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Swimming: Desmond Helps Fordham Win

Swimming: Desmond Helps Fordham Win

Brian Desmond and his Fordham men’s swimming & diving teammates took part in their second meet of the season, competing against Monmouth Hawks at the Messmore Aquatic Center. The Fordham team came away with a 169-111 victory. Desmond finished 4th competing in the men’s 200 yard freestyle touching the wall in a time of 1:49.08. During the men’s... Read more of this article

Video: October 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Video: October 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Four people shot at Robin Hood as customers flee as multiple shots fired, Zantae Dill called to the Bermuda Bar, Kaisha Wilson called to the Bermuda Bar, U.S. Consulate confirm vaccine policy starts November 8, PLP to live stream Delegates Conference tonight, Shaquille Young competing in ‘Dad Bod’ competition, Victoria Park bandstand to... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Vaccine, Emoji & Airplane

Wallpaper Wednesday: Vaccine, Emoji & Airplane

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an emoji wearing a mask with a Bermuda flag and holding a vaccine syringe, set against a travel backdrop, with the concept a nod to the policy the United States is implementing on November 8th, 2021 requiring foreign nationals to be fully vaccinated. The design is also available... Read more of this article

Information Commissioner’s ‘Monthly Roundup’

Information Commissioner’s ‘Monthly Roundup’

The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] has released the latest edition of their ‘Monthly Roundup.’ The ICO said, “The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] welcomes you to the September 2021 issue of our Monthly Roundup. The ICO is an independent public office that promotes and enforces the Public Access to Information [PATI] Act 2010... Read more of this article

30 Minute Video: Oct 26 ZBM Evening News

30 Minute Video: Oct 26 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... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 26 2021

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 26 2021

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 26] include large group exemptions, acting appointments, and notice of intended marriage. Large Group Exemption ShotoCup Kata Classic Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN1072/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 26... Read more of this article

Zantae Dill Is Called To The Bermuda Bar

Zantae Dill Is Called To The Bermuda Bar

Appleby has announced that Zantae Dill was called to the Bermuda Bar on October 15 before Chief Justice Narinder Hargun. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is delighted to announce that Zantae Dill was called to the Bermuda Bar on Friday 15 October before Chief Justice Narinder Hargun. “Zantae received her Bachelor of Law and Psychology from the University... Read more of this article

Assistance In Printing Of SafeKey Certificates

Assistance In Printing Of SafeKey Certificates

The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors “will assist with the printing of SafeKey certificates for seniors and disabled persons who do not have access to assistance to print their own.” Ministry of Social Development and Seniors posted the graphic below on social media, saying: “The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors... Read more of this article

Victoria Park Bandstand To Get ‘Major Facelift’

Victoria Park Bandstand To Get ‘Major Facelift’

The Victoria Park bandstand — which dates back to 1889 — is set to ”undergo a significant paint job” and get a “major facelift” with the work expected to take seven weeks to complete. A spokesperson said, “A revered City landmark is about to get a new lease on life. The Victoria Park bandstand will undergo a significant... Read more of this article

Court Circular: ‘Transitional Increase Of Services’

Court Circular: ‘Transitional Increase Of Services’

The Registrar for the Courts of Bermuda has released Court Circular No. 16 of 2021, regarding a transitional increase of Court services. The official circular, dated October 25th, says, “Given the steady decline in active Covid-19 cases, the Court will commence transitioning to re-opening to providing full services. “It should be noted that... Read more of this article

Vaccinations Available At Hamilton Health Centre

Vaccinations Available At Hamilton Health Centre

Covid-19 vaccinations are available, by appointment only, at the Hamilton Health Centre every Tuesday from 2 – 4 pm. The Bermuda Government posted the graphic below on social media, saying: “Starting today, Tuesday, October 26, Covid-19 vaccinations are available at the Hamilton Health Centre, 67 Victoria Street, every Tuesday from 2 – 4 pm. “These... Read more of this article

Halloween-Themed Heartbeats Lecture Series

Halloween-Themed Heartbeats Lecture Series

The Department of Culture will host a special Halloween-themed Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series titled ‘Haunting Bermuda: Chilling Stories from the Isles of Devils’ on Friday [Oct 29]. A Government spokesperson said, “This Friday, the Department of Culture will host a special Halloween-themed Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series... Read more of this article