Archive for October, 2023
Footballer Jacob Madeiros Scores Hat-Trick
Footballer Jacob Madeiros had another successful weekend, this time scoring a hat-trick in a 3-0 victory over KOSA United. The win extended his South Carolina based Bluffton Rush team’s lead at the top of the table to 4 points. Looking ahead, Bluffton Rush is set to travel to Statesboro this coming Saturday to face Tormenta FC. Related Stories Jakeem... Read more of this article
Minister On Domestic Violence Awareness Month
“October has been a month of reflection, remembrance, and resilience in Bermuda, as we’ve collectively recognised Domestic Violence Awareness Month,” said the Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert. “Earlier this year, we proudly implemented the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference [MARAC] Model in Bermuda. By bringing... Read more of this article
Minister Wilson Attends Free Health Screening
Today [Oct 30], in celebration of World Stroke Day, the Minister of Health Kim Wilson participated in the free health screenings at the hospital, with BHB noting that she had her blood pressure and blood sugar taken, and had a stroke risk score card completed. Minister Kim Wilson is being screened by Krystal Gordon, a BHB nurse educators Related... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Oct 30 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Ministry: ‘Work Permits In Bermuda’ Document
The Ministry of Economy and Labour has created a document entitled “Supporting Business Development and Expansion – Work Permits in Bermuda,” which they said “aims to simplify, promote, and explain the work permit types available for businesses looking to domicile in Bermuda or expand their operations.” A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Two People Injured In Collision In Devonshire
Two people were injured in a collision involving a van and a motorcycle in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 6:20 a.m. on Saturday, October 28th, 2023, police responded to a reported serious two vehicle collision, involving a van and a motorcycle, at the junction of Chaingate Hill and Middle Road in Devonshire. “Upon... Read more of this article
Admiralty House Redevelopment Survey
Age Concern Bermuda has launched the first phase of the Community Engagement Process for the redevelopment of Admiralty House. A spokesperson said, “Following the press conference two weeks ago where Age Concern announced that they have been granted a conditional offer to develop Admiralty House by the Bermuda Government’s Ministry of Public... Read more of this article
BTA Launches Hospitality And Tourism Guide
The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced the launch of its “ground-breaking Hospitality and Tourism Career Guide” saying “this first-of-its-kind resource opens doors to the vibrant world of hospitality and tourism through its signature online platform, BTA+.” A spokesperson said, “Designed for individuals of all ages and... Read more of this article
BPS To Conduct Checkpoints Starting On Friday
The Bermuda Police Service will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints in all nine parishes starting on Friday evening. A police spokesperson said, “Motorists are advised that the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints in all 9 parishes starting this Friday evening, 3rd November through Thursday, 9th November... Read more of this article
Cherie-lynn Whitter Named Public Service Head
Cherie-lynn Whitter has been appointed as the Head of the Public Service, the Government announced today. A Government spokesperson said, “Following the recommendation of the Public Service Commission [PSC], Mrs. Cherie-lynn Whitter has been appointed as the Head of the Public Service. “Mrs. Whitter assumes the role following the retirement... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Tuesday October 31
Tuesday, October 31 is expected to be see a mix of clouds and sun early, then becoming cloudy later in the day, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 7:35am and sunset will be at... Read more of this article
Passport Processing Resumes, Delays Expected
The Department of Immigration has resumed processing passport applications, noting that there were over 450 outstanding passport applications in process before the cyber-attack last month, so ”until the application backlog returns to normal levels, the processing timeline may take up to 20 weeks.” A Government spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
