Category: News
30 Minute Video: Dec 2 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... Read more of this article
$200,000 In Repairs Made To Salvation Army
Two Salvation Army residential buildings have been remodeled and refurbished, the central building has been repaired, and renovations to the men’s shelter on North Street have been completed, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said today. The Minister explained that to date just over $200,000 has been spent – split three ways between Jim... Read more of this article
Police: Neko Cann ‘Wanted For Questioning’
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Neko Cann who is “wanted for questioning in relation to a number of criminal matters,” with the police noting he is “not considered dangerous to members of the public, but anyone knowing his whereabouts is urged to contact the police.” A police spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Five More Positive Covid-19 Test Results
There have been five more positive Covid-19 test results, two are imported, two are classified as local transmission with known contact, and one is under investigation. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 498 test results received by the Ministry of Health yesterday [1 December 2020], and five were positive for Covid-19. “Two of... Read more of this article
OBA: Agreement With Workers, But Not Gencom
“There are two matters at play that the OBA finds disturbing,” Cole Simons said in reference to the $11 million cost for Fairmont Southampton worker’s redundancy pay, with the OBA Leader saying that it appears workers signed the agreements but the Government is “either unable or unwilling to secure an agreement” from Gencom... Read more of this article
‘How We Move Forward Depends On Actions’
“How we move forward will depend on the actions each of us take over the next two weeks,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “between now and the middle of December will be critical in determining if we are able to continue to move around freely or go backwards and introduce further restrictions on activities.” The island has... Read more of this article
SJD World Launches New Online Shop
Graphic designers Stephan Johnstone and Anna Dill — the creatives behind award-winning brand SJD World — today announce the launch of their new online shop, a project they say was “years in the making”. Founded 16-years-ago by Mr Johnstone, SJD World’s team have worked to balance their time between servicing clients and designing their... Read more of this article
‘Not Looking To Quarantine Travellers Until Day 8′
“The Government is not looking to quarantine travellers until Day 8,” Health Minister Kim Wilson said, with the Minister adding that it “would be hugely detrimental to our already struggling tourism sector.” The Minister — who was addressing an online petition calling for the extension of the quarantine period for arriving... Read more of this article
Lacey To Step Down From Tourism Authority
Karla Lacey will step down as the Chief Operating Officer at the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] later this month. A spokesperson said, “Karla Lacey will step down from her role as Chief Operating Officer at the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] later this month, after nearly seven years as a founding member of the organisation’s executive. “Lacey... Read more of this article
Third Point Re Donates $325,000 To Non-Profits
Third Point Reinsurance has made donations totaling $325,000 to registered non-profits in Bermuda, the USA and the UK as part of an employee matching initiative. A spokesperson said, “Third Point Reinsurance Ltd. [Third Point Re], a specialty reinsurer, has announced donations totaling $325,000 to registered non-profits in Bermuda, the USA and... Read more of this article
Videos: Historic Land Losses Commission
[Updated] The Government of Bermuda is holding another hearing today [Dec 2] on the “commission to review the question of historic losses of land in Bermuda,” and you can tune in and watch live below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 1-hour & 24-minute replay is below Update: Part II | The live broadcast has concluded and the... Read more of this article
Bermudian Fatally Shot By Georgia Police
Alonzo Leroy Landy, 32, was fatally shot by law enforcement officials in Fayette County, Georgia, USA, according to multiple American news reports and a statement from Georgia officials. A statement from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said, “On Sunday, November 29, 2020, the GBI was requested by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office to conduct... Read more of this article
