Archive for June, 2024
30 Minute Video: June 28 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
Weather Forecast For Saturday June 29
Saturday June 29 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 6:15am and sunset will be at 8:30pm. High tide will be at 2:59am and 3:41pm, while low tide... Read more of this article
Minister Updates On Dementia Care Pilot Program
Minister of Social Development and Senior Tinée Furbert provided an update on the six-month Dementia Care Services Pilot Programme, saying that “a result of the positive outcomes obtained during this dementia care services pilot programme, the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors has extended the pilot for an additional 6 months,... Read more of this article
Minister Weeks On Safety Over The Summer
“As the weather continues to warm up, I would like to provide a few key reminders, safety tips, and words of caution to help us navigate the season as we all spend more time outside,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly today [June 28]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, today... Read more of this article
Minister Updates On Abandoned Vehicle Cleanup
Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert provided an update on the progress made on removing abandoned vehicles from various locations around the island. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 28] the Minister said, “I stood in this very same spot on 8th March and spoke about abandoned vehicles. I am honoured to be able to stand again to update... Read more of this article
U19 Female Players Travel To Leeward Islands
The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] via an MOU with the Leeward Islands Cricket Board [LICB], was invited to submit four U19 female cricket players who are attending a 10-day training camp and team selection trial for the Leeward Islands U19 women’s team from June 16 to June 27th. A spokesperson said, “The opportunity was facilitated by the BCB... Read more of this article
Consultation On Pesticides Regulations Launched
Minister of Health Kim Wilson announced the launch of a public consultation on pesticides regulations, saying this “marks a significant step towards ensuring the safe and responsible use of pesticides in Bermuda.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 28], the Minister said, “While pesticides offer undeniable benefits in various... Read more of this article
Age Concern Launch Hardship Program
Age Concern is seeking community donations for its hardship program supporting seniors which is “specifically tailored to alleviate the financial strain experienced by seniors.” A spokesperson said, “Age Concern, a leading charitable organization dedicated to supporting seniors in need, is calling upon the community to rally behind... Read more of this article
ICO Decision On Bermuda Police Service
Acting Information Commissioner LaKai Dill issued Decision 18/2024 about the Bermuda Police Service. A spokesperson said, “On 18 June 2024, Acting Information Commissioner LaKai Dill issued Decision 18/2024, Bermuda Police Service, which considered the Department’s failure to issue an internal review decision on a PATI request for emails of... Read more of this article
Road Closure For Liberty Triathlon Announced
The Ministry of Public Works announced road closures and traffic control measures for the Bermuda Triathlon Association Liberty Triathlon on Sunday [June 30]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists and residents of the upcoming Bermuda Triathlon Association Liberty Triathlon, scheduled for Sunday,... Read more of this article
17-Year-Old Arrested After 18-Year-Old Stabbed
A 17-year-old male suspect is in police custody after an 18-year-old male was stabbed, with the 18-year-old “transported by ambulance to KEMH where at last check, he continued to receive treatment for his injuries which are considered life threatening,” the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:35 p.m. on Thursday,... Read more of this article
Bermudians Featured In UK Pride Guide
Pride in London will take place this Saturday [June 29] and Bermudians are featured in the official guide, including CEO of Pride in London Christopher Joell-Deshields, Tiffany Paynter, and Taj Donville-Outerbridge. A spokesperson said, “Pride in London will take place on Saturday, June 29, 2024. The event’s 2024 campaign, #WeAreEverywhere,... Read more of this article
