Author Archive: Bernews5

MS Nautica Cruise Ship Visits Island

The MS Nautica cruise ship arrived in Bermuda on Saturday [Sept 14] and a ceremonial welcome reception and plaque exchange was held. A Government spokesperson said, “The MS Nautica arrived in Bermuda on Saturday, September 14, with 626 passengers on its inaugural voyage. It was scheduled to dock in St. George’s first, followed by Hamilton,... Read more of this article

Videos: C36 By-Election Nomination Day

Nomination day was held today [Sept 19] for the upcoming by-election in Constituency 36 Sandys North, which will take place on October 4th and will see four candidates — the FDM’s Marc Bean, OBA’s Carl Neblett, PLP’s Reverend Dr. Emily Gail Dill, and Independent Cire Bean — all standing for election. Bernews stopped by the nomination day... Read more of this article

Women’s Pan Am Hockey Challenge Schedule

Bermuda will host the Pan American Field Hockey Challenge at National Sports Center, and a look at the schedule is below. 2024 Women’s Pan American Cup Challenge Schedule Saturday September 21st 1:30 pm Peru vs. Guyana 3:45 pm Paraguay vs. Brazil 6:00 pm Mexico vs. Bermuda Sunday September 22nd 1:30 pm Peru vs. Brazil 3:45 pm Mexico vs. Guyana 6:00... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Sept 19 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 19] include boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered and acting appointments. Board Appointments Investment Business Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0871/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication... Read more of this article

Financing Closes For Fairmont Renovations

[Updated] Westend Properties announced that the “financing for the renovation of Bermuda’s iconic Fairmont Southampton has closed today” and “capitalisation for the entire Southampton project is estimated at more than $550 million.” “While we have had the financing commitments to fully fund this redevelopment in place... Read more of this article

Emergency Lane Closure On Somerset Road

The Ministry of Public Works advises the public of “an emergency lane closure on the westbound lane of Somerset Road, near Scaur Hill in Sandys Parish, due to the failure of a retaining wall adjacent to the roadway.” A Government spokesperson said, “The lane closure will take effect today, Thursday, 19 September 2024, and will remain... Read more of this article

Video: Minister Hayward Press Conference

[Updated] Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference today [Sept 19] to update on Bermuda’s 1st Quarter 2024 GDP and Economic Performance. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Update 1.30pm: Minister Hayward’s remarks: Good day to members of the media and the listening public. Quarterly... Read more of this article

Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Available

“The seasonal influenza [flu] vaccine is available for priority groups through their doctor or the Flu Express,” the government announced today A Government spokesperson said, “The Flu Express is for persons 12 years and older. The cost is $20.00 per shot for adults and children – cash only or pay online. Seniors [65 and older]... Read more of this article

Govt Learned ‘Vital Lessons’ From Cyber Attack

“One year on, Bermuda stands more resilient, having learned vital lessons from the attack,” the Government said as they reflected on the first anniversary of the cyber attack. A Government spokesperson said, “On the evening of Wednesday, September 20th, 2023, the Bermuda Government’s IT systems faced a cyberattack, causing significant... Read more of this article

Traffic: Road Closure For Vehicle Removal

Part of Harbour Road in Paget Parish will be closed between 10:00am and 12:00pm today [Sept 19] to “allow for the placement of a crane to extract a submerged vehicle from Hamilton Harbour.” Bermuda Police Service Statement A police spokesperson said, “Please be advised that between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. today, efforts will be... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 18 2024

September 18 saw 3,382 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $125,134.00 BD. 3,382 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $37.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,571.99, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related... Read more of this article

Butterfield Reducing Base Interest Rates

The Bank of Butterfield & Son Limited announced that it is reducing its base interest rates on loans and mortgages by a quarter of a percentage point [0.25%]. A spokesperson said, “The change in base rates applies to Bermuda dollar residential mortgages, consumer loans, corporate loans and USD loans. The rate reduction on loans takes effect... Read more of this article