Archive for September, 2024

Dame Flora Duffy On T100 Tour And More

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy said she is excited to be heading into unfamiliar territory as she prepares for her first T100 Triathlon World Tour race for two years. The five-time Olympian, who competes in the fifth leg of the eight-race series in Ibiza, Spain, tomorrow [September 28], is entering a new phase of her career and is enjoying... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Saturday September 28

Saturday, September 28 is expected to see a bright start, increasing cloud, showers move in late night, 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 NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 7.11am and sunset will be at 7.06pm.... Read more of this article

Black Pony Gallery Selling Azores Artwork

The Black Pony Gallery is selling artwork in the temporary exhibition, Alternative Voices: A Perspective on Contemporary Art from the Azores, which is on display at the National Museum of Bermuda in Dockyard. The exhibition is in honour of the 175th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese Immigrants to Bermuda with a specific feature on the contemporary... Read more of this article

Kiwon Waldron Continues Competing In Indiana

Harness racing driver Kiwon Waldron competed in a full slate of races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. In the morning qualifiers, Waldron piloted New Guy In Town to a fifth-place finish in the second trot class race with a time of 1:59.4. He later finished seventh in the fourth pace class race aboard Candy’s Real Crush, clocking in at... Read more of this article

Road Closures In Hamilton This Sunday

There will be road closures on Sunday [Sept 29] due to the Department of Health’s Celebrating Wellness event. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton advises the public of the following road closures in support of the Department of Health’s Celebrating Wellness event, taking place on Sunday, September 29, 2024: Front Street from Queen... Read more of this article

Domestic Abuse Awareness Event Next Week

As part of the global observance of Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, Bermuda will officially launch its month-long campaign to raise awareness and promote community engagement in tackling the issue of domestic abuse. Under the theme, “Empowering Communities to Break the Cycle of Abuse,” the campaign will focus on uniting individuals, families, and... Read more of this article

City Christmas Boat Parade Set For Dec. 7

The City of Hamilton will be holding the City Christmas Boat Parade on Saturday, December 7, from 6.30pm to 9 pm. A spokesperson said: “A highlight of the holiday season, this beloved event promises an evening of festive fun for the entire family! “The City invites the public to join us at the City’s Viewing Village and Kids Zone – both free... Read more of this article

Premier On Government’s Fiscal Performance

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt provided an update on the Government’s fiscal performance in the House of Assembly today [Sept 27]. The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, following my statement last week where I announced a $25 million investment package focused primarily on social and community programmes, I rise... Read more of this article

Minister On Bus & Ferry Digital Fare System

“It has now been eleven weeks since the introduction of Digital Fare Media for public transportation across Bermuda, including both ferries and buses,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said, adding that they “have seen an average influx of 500 to 700 new users each week.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 27] the... Read more of this article

Minister Provides Update On Education Reform

“Since my last Ministerial Statement, we have made significant progress in our transition from a 3-tier to a 2-tier education system. This includes phasing out middle schools and establishing Parish Primary and Signature Senior Schools,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 27], the Minister... Read more of this article

Premier Presents Public Service Strategic Plan

Premier David Burt presented the Public Service Strategic Plan for the Period 2024 to 2027 today [Sept 27], which “will be implemented over the next three years, until December 2027.” Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Premier said, “This new Public Service Strategy transitions to an operational plan to improve and enhance the delivery... Read more of this article

Photos/Video: Woodland Centre Groundbreaking

A groundbreaking celebration for the Woodland Grove Care Centre took place yesterday [Sept 26], marking a key milestone in the development of the new facility. A spokesperson said, “Members of the community, including donors and contractors, came together to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Woodland Grove Care Centre last night. “Friends... Read more of this article