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Students Say ‘Thank You’ To Health Workers
After Premier David Burt asked the island to take a moment to thank the health care workers tackling the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Warwick Academy students made cards in order to express their gratitude. Speaking at a press briefing last week, Premier Burt said, “I encourage everyone in Bermuda, over the next few days, to send a message for appreciation... Read more of this article
Soldiers Celebrate Easter On The Job
Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment yesterday [April 12] marked the holiday weekend with another round of duty on land and on sea. The Regiment manned checkpoints across the island and worked from forward operating bases, including one at Warwick Academy, as well as the headquarters at Warwick Camp – and for some of the soldiers based at the... Read more of this article
Photos: Helicopter ‘Familiarisation Flights’
[Updated with photos] Two helicopters from the Royal Fleet Auxiliary ship RFA Argus will “conduct familiarisation flights” across Bermuda. In an online post, the Bermuda Police Service said, “On Monday afternoon, two helicopters from Royal Fleet Auxiliary ship RFA Argus, will conduct familiarisation flights over a number of helicopter... Read more of this article
IMF: ‘Worst Economic Fallout Since Depression’
“We anticipate the worst economic fallout since the Great Depression,” International Monetary Fund [IMF] Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said, adding that the economic crisis is expected to hit vulnerable countries the hardest, such as the low-income nations. Ms Georgieva said, “I want to begin by wishing my personal best to... Read more of this article
Newsflash & Shelter In Place Weekend Reports
This past weekend saw the island’s confirmed number of Covid-19 cases increase to 57, the Shelter in Place continue and many of the island’s grocery stores announce that it is now mandatory to wear a face covering to enter their stores. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Updates: Covid-19 On Monday,... Read more of this article
Face Coverings Mandatory For Multiple Stores
[Updated] Effective on Monday April 13th, “facial coverings will be mandatory for all persons entering” Harrington Hundreds, Supermart, Somers Supermart in St. George’s, and the Lindo’s stores. A spokesperson said, “Beginning tomorrow, Monday April 13th, facial coverings will be mandatory for all persons entering Harrington Hundreds,... Read more of this article
Video: MSA Teachers, Staff Message To Students
After transitioning to remote learning due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the teachers and staff of Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] created a little movie featuring special messages to help encourage their students and their families. A spokesperson said, “The teachers and staff of MSA have put together a little movie featuring special messages to... Read more of this article
7 New, Total Of 57, Some At Seniors Home
The Ministry has received seven new positive test results, Bermuda’s total confirmed positive cases is now 57, and the Ministry has received “confirmation of COVID-19 in two residents and two staff members at the Matilda Smith Williams Seniors Residence” which “confirm spread of the virus within the facility.” Seven... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Monday April 13
Monday, April 13 is expected to see Intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 6:51am and sunset will be at 7:47pm. High tide will be at 1:12am and... Read more of this article
Police: ‘Individuals Continue To Flout Orders’
“Some individuals continue to flout these orders and venture out for no genuine reason and without approved exemption,” the police said, adding that some of the excuses include “I am taking hot cross buns to my daughter” and “I have to feed the feral cats.” Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes said, “Sadly,... Read more of this article
Sussex Cricket Hosts “Ask Delray Anything!”
While most sporting leagues worldwide continue to be suspended due to Covid-19, the Sussex Cricket team in the UK is using social media to interact with fans, and they recently featured a Q&A with Bermuda’s Delray Rawlins. The Sussex Cricket website said, “Thanks to everybody that sent in their questions for Delray Rawlins on social... Read more of this article
Video: April 12th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Happy Easter and please celebrate at home, 50 confirmed Covid-19 cases with 28 recovered, 8 in hospital and 4 deaths, Annapolis to Bermuda Ocean Race cancelled, police receive calls over ‘house parties’ and Bermudians on Coral Princess cruise ship return home are some of the stories in this morning’s [April 12] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews... Read more of this article
