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Office, Computer Supply Stores To Be Allowed
Premier David Burt has asked the Governor to further amend the Shelter in Place regulations to add office supplies, computers, and computer supply stores to the list of permitted businesses. Premier David Burt said, “As I’ve mentioned previously, the gradual easing of some restrictions will be done in a way that limits the risk of transmission.... Read more of this article
BBA Virtual Grand Prix Stage 1 Results
Conor White and Caitlin Conyers have taken the early lead as the BBA Virtual Grand Prix got underway. The three day stage race saw the competitors compete in a 17.5km time trial. White completed the course in a time of 22:59, with Alex Miller second clocking 23:45, Conyers was third overall stopping the clock in a time of 24:35, with Liam Flannery rounding... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting April 25
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday April 25th. On Sunday the Oleander container ship is expected, and on Thursday the Bermuda Islander container ship will arrive. The weekly shipping schedule, which is subject to change, follows below [PDF here]: Related... Read more of this article
Covid-19: BTA Provide Free Zoom Backgrounds
With more people now working from home due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has provided free Zoom backgrounds for use in meetings and group chats. The report on the BTA website said, “New social distancing guidelines and an increase in working from home have made video chatting and conferencing with friends, family,... Read more of this article
Wild Edible Herbal Classes Offered Via Zoom
Wild Herbs N Plants of Bermuda is getting set to hold ‘Wild Edible Herbal Classes’ via Zoom from Sunday, April 26 through Tuesday, April 28. A spokesperson said, “We have been doing our wild edible herbal tours for going on three years now, and many people have asked if we are going to be doing anything soon. “Due to the pandemic,... Read more of this article
BA Charter Flight Brings 97 Residents & Supplies
A British Airways air bridge flight arrived in Bermuda last night [April 24] bringing 97 Bermuda residents back home and also delivering medical supplies, including thousands of Covid-19 test kits and N95 masks. “The plane brought 97 Bermudians back to the island together with further medical supplies, including COVID-19 testing kits and other... Read more of this article
Column: Eating Well During Shelter In Place
[Column written by Dr. Annabel Fountain] Bermuda is now under a 24 hour ‘Shelter in Place’ until May 2nd. There have been concerns about gaining access to food and other necessities. However, despite this state of emergency, the government has reassured us that supply chains have not been disrupted; food and medication will be available... Read more of this article
Video: April 25th Bernews Morning Newsflash
BA charter flight brings 97 residents and medical supplies, MarketPlace provides special pay increase, the last official update – as of April 23 — still lists 99 confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, Government release modelling numbers for Covid-19, Deloitte donates $50,000 to support efforts, Loren and Butterfield meal programme expanded, Wild... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 24 2020
April 24 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $30,250.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing even at $30.25 per share. The BSX finished at 1,542.73, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report... Read more of this article
Govt Release Covid-19 Modelling Scenarios
The Government has released the modelling numbers for the Covid-19 pandemic, with the Minister of Health stressing that the numbers cannot be interpreted as predictions of what will occur, as the ”point of the model is not to predict the future, but to influence it – to help us prepare for it and choose a good course of action.” According... Read more of this article
United Wellness Offering Virtual Classes
United Wellness is offering free virtual classes tomorrow [April 25] to help people sheltering at home during the Covid-19 pandemic to exercise. A spokesperson said, “A group of local instructors of Zumba and Strong Nation have joined forces to share their passion for fitness and movement with our community in Bermuda and around the world. “This... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 24 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 30... Read more of this article
