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92% Of Hotel Inventory Closed, 1900 Not Working
Due to the global Covid-19 pandemic, 92% of the hotel inventory across the island is closed which means that 1,900 people in the tourism industry workforce who would have been working in those hotels are now not working, Interim BTA CEO Glenn Jones said. Mr Jones — who was announced as the Interim CEO earlier this month one day before Covid-19... Read more of this article
OBA: Would Support Bi-Partisan Commission
“I would support the creation of a bi-partisan Commission to create a strategy for the economic recovery of Bermuda once the Covid-19 crisis is over,” Shadow Finance Minister Pat Gordon-Pamplin said. Ms Gordon-Pamplin said, “While it is right and proper that Government concentrates on ensuring the health and safety of Bermuda and its citizens,... Read more of this article
‘Consider The Increasing Cybersecurity Risks’
Given the increasing number of organizations and individuals working from home to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 virus, the Ministry of National Security has recommended a number of security practices. Minister of National Security Wayne Caines said, “With global and local attention focused on Covid-19 it’s important to also consider the... Read more of this article
Traffic Delays At Community Advisory Points
The Bermuda Police Service “advised that Community Advisory Points have resulting in traffic delays, which are caused by people who have no reason to be on the roads,” the Premier said. Police previously advised that in an effort to prevent the spread of Covid-19, that they, along with the Royal Bermuda Regiment, will be conducting ‘Community... Read more of this article
Police Appeal: Help Locate 71-Year-Old Man
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 71-year-old Robert Douglas. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 71-year-old Robert Douglas. “The My Lord’s Bay Lane Hamilton Parish resident was last seen at around 4:00 p.m. yesterday, Tuesday 24th March,... Read more of this article
Ted Weisberg: ‘Beautiful Place To Be Trapped’
Calling Bermuda “a beautiful place to be trapped,” businessman Ted Weisberg appeared on the Fox Business television programme last week, where he mentioned that he was “trapped” on the island due to flight cancellations. Appearing on FOX Business last week, Mr Weisberg said, “I am trapped in Bermuda. My wife is Bermudian... Read more of this article
Flora Duffy On Postponement Of Olympics
Bermudian triathlete Flora Duffy says that “it is a tough pill to swallow” hearing the Olympic Games will be postponed due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, but said “given the current situation in the world, it is the right call” and urged everyone to ”stay inside and do your part to stop the spread.” In an online... Read more of this article
BTA Launch Platform To Showcase Businesses
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has launched an online platform to support local businesses that have moved quickly in the wake of COVID-19, innovating what they do to remain viable and continue serving customers. “Couriers and restaurants are offering kerbside, takeout and home delivery. Yoga instructors are promoting classes online. How-to... Read more of this article
Huckleberry Launches ‘Drive Through’ Menu
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Huckleberry at Rosedon Hotel transitioned to offering a drive-through/takeout service, with the restaurant launching its new menu. To avoid the spread of the coronavirus, Huckleberry asks all guests to remain in their vehicles. A spokesperson said, “All meals are prepared by our staff who have now been living and... Read more of this article
Covid-19: Corporation Of St. George Advisory
St George’s Town Hall and Somers Garden are closed, public restrooms will be closed today, wi-fi and music in King’s Square has ceased, the Corporation of St. George will continue to collect trash as per the normal schedule and the CSG offices are closed, but staff have access to email. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George [CSG]... Read more of this article
Video: WestJet Flight From Toronto Arrives
The WestJet flight from Toronto arrived last night [March 24], bringing a number of students back to the island. The passengers on it, which would be locals not any visitors, have to self-quarantine on arrival. The airport is now closed to commercial passenger planes, one of many airports around the world that has limited service as the world seeks... Read more of this article
Column: Continue To Excel In Education
[Opinion column written by Cole Simons] As parents, grandparents, and students, we must work collectively to ensure that we have a positive outcome during these challenging times. We all must make a contribution to ensure that the delivery of education remains as seamless as possible and that our students are positioned to continue to excel in education. In... Read more of this article
