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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting August 31
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, August 31st. On Sunday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Monday the Carnival Venezia and the Vision of the Seas cruise ships and the Gaz Amaris oil products tanker will arrive, and on Wednesday the Insignia and... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 30 2024
August 30 saw 118 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $2,405.00 BD. 118 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $20.27 per share. The BSX finished at 2,571.99, even on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the... Read more of this article
Eleven Somersfield Students Achieved IB Diploma
Somersfield Academy announced that all 11 students who pursued the full International Baccalaureate [IB] Diploma this year have successfully achieved their diplomas. A spokesperson said, “The school is the only in Bermuda to offer the Middle Years IB Programme, which also saw pass results from 100% of students. This marks a significant accomplishment... Read more of this article
ESTU And BELCO Labour Dispute Resolved
The labour dispute between the Electricity Supply Trade Union and BELCO has been resolved. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] and the Electricity Supply Trade Union [ESTU] today announced that the ongoing labour dispute between the ESTU and BELCO has been resolved. “Over the past weeks, representatives... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For August 30 2024
The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 30] include patent applications and trademark applications. Patent Applications Advertised Before Registration No. 12 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Patent Applications Notice ID: GN0811/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 30 August,... Read more of this article
City Partners With Mastercard: Taste Of Bermuda
The City of Hamilton said they are “excited to partner with Mastercard on this year’s Taste of Bermuda” adding that “as the major sponsor, Mastercard’s Flavours program will bring a unique culinary experience to the festival.” A spokesperson said, “This exciting partnership underscores the festival’s growing... Read more of this article
Road Closure On St. David’s Road Extended
The Ministry of Public Works advised of “the continued road closure on St. David’s Road in St. George’s Parish, specifically at the Stokes Point Bridge bend.” A Government spokesperson said, “Initially planned for a shorter duration, this closure will now extend through to Friday, 20 September 2024, to facilitate ongoing... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Saturday August 31
Saturday August 31 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6:53am and sunset will be at 7:43pm. High tide will be at 7:24am and... Read more of this article
BPSU General Secretary Labour Day Message
[Labour Day message from BPSU General Secretary Bro Kevin Grant] Labour Day serves as an acknowledgment and celebration of the tireless efforts made to protect workers’ rights over the years. Those who fought for these rights laid the foundation for the many benefits that are enjoyed by all workers today. Vacation leave, sick leave, maternity... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 29 2024
August 29 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,571.89, 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 Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 8 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 7 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article
PLP & OBA Statements On AG, Changes & More
The PLP and OBA both released statements pertaining to the announcement of the Attorney General position, politics and more. OBA’s Scott Pearman’s Statement Scott Pearman — the Shadow Minister for Legal Affairs — said, “Will the last person to leave the Burt Administration please turn off the lights? “There is... Read more of this article
Carl Neblett On PLP Candidate Announcement
[Updated] Carl Neblett — the OBA candidate for the Constituency 36 Sandys North by-election – noted that the by-election is “just over a month away and the island waiting in anticipation of who will run on behalf of the Progressive Labour Party and “it announces that Owen Darrell will be the candidate for Pembroke East.” Carl... Read more of this article
