Archive for February, 2024

Weather Forecast For Thursday February 29

Thursday February 29 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 6:47am and sunset will be at 6:16pm. High tide will be at 11:03am and 11:32pm, while low tide... Read more of this article

Minister Burch On Housing Trust Statements

Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch says that the Bermuda Housing Trust audited financial statements represent “yet another clean and unqualified audit for the Housing Trust conducted by the Auditor General.” Speaking today in the House of Assembly, Minister Burch said, “I am pleased to have been able to table earlier today... Read more of this article

PIVIO Lifestyle Program Deadline Is March 1

The Department of Health [DOH] is advising the public that the registration deadline for the PIVIO Lifestyle Medicine Program is March 1. A Government spokesperson said, “PIVIO, a comprehensive health improvement program is a well-established lifestyle education initiative, centering its approach on plant-based nutrition, physical activity, stress... Read more of this article

BPS To Re-Deploy Parish Officers On March 4

The Bermuda Police Service advised that “commencing Monday, March 4th, 2024, a number of Parish Officers will be re-deployed to general patrol duties.” A police spokesperson said, “This re-deployment will last until Tuesday, April 30th, 2024 and is part of continued efforts to make Bermuda safer. “This means there will be limited... Read more of this article

Outstanding Teen Awards To Be Held On May 11

After a hiatus caused by the pandemic, Teen Services will host the Bermuda Outstanding Teen Awards [OTA] on May 11th, and “nominations are open to senior students aged 17 to 19 who have demonstrated remarkable abilities and characteristics.” A spokesperson said, “Teen Services is proud to announce the return of the Bermuda Outstanding... Read more of this article

2024 Parish Garden Competition Launched

The Department of Health and the Grow.Eat.Save Programme in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources is launching the 2024 Bermuda Parish Garden Competition, themed ‘Let’s Grow Together’ A Government spokesperson said, “This initiative encourages residents and organizations... Read more of this article

Skyport Excited By Enhanced Race Experience

The Skyport Magic Mile, powered by Pacers, has today introduced an enhanced experience for participants and spectators of the annual youth running event set to take place on Saturday, March 2 at the Flora Duffy Stadium at the National Sports Centre. Organisers have extended the registration deadline to Friday March 1 at 6pm. A press conference at the... Read more of this article

Prospect Primary Marks Black History Month

Prospect Primary celebrated Black History Month with a ‘Living History Museum,’ with visitors learning of a number of notable figures. Government House posted the images below and said, “Prospect Primary celebrated Black History Month with their first Living History Museum since Covid. Students and staff highlighted the impactful... Read more of this article

Enrolment Opens For Entrepreneurship 101

Registration is open, and enrolment has begun for ‘Entrepreneurship 101’, an entrepreneurship education course hosted by the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC]. A spokesperson said, “The Entrepreneurship 101 course provides new and aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to start their businesses... Read more of this article

23 Triathletes To Compete In Florida Event

The Bermuda Triathlon Team are preparing for the Clermont Draft Legal event at Lake Louisa State Park in Florida, with twenty-three athletes set to compete. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Triathlon Team is gearing up for an exhilarating challenge as they prepare to embark on a journey to the prestigious Clermont Draft Legal event, set to take... Read more of this article

Bermuda Advance To Jr Davis Cup Main Draw

The ITF Junior Davis Cup continued in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, with Bermuda taking on Jamaica. The Bermuda team made a strong showing to advance to the main draw after defeating Jamaica 3-0. Tristan Petitt started the day by winning the 1st singles match 6-2, 6-4 over Malique Adlam. Zachary McGuire followed up with a straight-set singles victory... Read more of this article