Category: News
Ignite Reflects On Entrepreneurship Programmes
While the journey to recovery may still be a long road ahead, Ignite Bermuda said they are confident that entrepreneurs are key to strengthening our economy. A spokesperson said, “At the beginning of 2020, Ignite Bermuda was looking forward to celebrating its first anniversary on March 26th. However, by the time the date rolled around the Ignite... Read more of this article
Video: June 12th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Airport to re-open for regular commercial flights on July 1st, people urged to provide feedback on proposed cannabis law, “Sheepscape Keepsake” naming fundraiser, police donate grocery vouchers to families, new aiport logo unveiled, no new Covid-19 cases in Bermuda for 11 days, OBA suggest dedicating Heroes Day to frontline workers, BHW to host... Read more of this article
Public Bus Service To Resume Full Schedule
The Department of Public Transportation has advised that “the bus service will resume operations under the full bus schedule starting Monday, 15 June.” A spokesperson said, “The requirements for onboard physical distancing, hygiene, and mask-wearing will continue. As a reminder, all passengers must wear a face mask when traveling... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: June 11 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
Covid-19 Pop-Up Testing Sites At MarketPlace
[Updated] The Ministry of Health has teamed up with the Marketplace to provide Covid-19 Pop-Up Testing Sites. In an online post, the Government said, “The Ministry of Health has teamed up with The Marketplace to provide #COVID19 [#Coronavirus] Pop-Up Testing Sites [MarketPlace Stores]. View the schedule for June 2020:” Update 7.44pm: A... Read more of this article
“Stop The Disconnect” Discussion On June 14
“Stop the Disconnect” — a virtual discussion on violence against women in Bermuda — will be held on Sunday [June 14] at 8.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Echoing the words of Tawana Tannock, Managing Director, of Skuld Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association [BDA] Ltd, ‘The murder of Anna Skeeters, the most extreme act of domestic... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19
[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [June 11] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video is below, with the press conference scheduled to start at 5.45pm. Update 7.15pm: Minister Zane DeSilva’s full statement follows below: Good afternoon, There are... Read more of this article
BCAA Approves Longtail Aviation Cargo Plane
The Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] announced it has approved the addition of a B747-400F Freighter to Longtail Aviation’s fleet. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] announced the addition of a B747-400F Freighter to Longtail Aviation’s fleet and the Bermuda Aircraft Registry following approval and issuance... Read more of this article
CURB Support Efforts Towards Racial Justice
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] said they ”stand with the Government, and these new entities, in their efforts to bring about racial justice, and will happily share our experience and expertise of nearly two decades of advocacy.” A spokesperson said, “CURB welcomes the announcement of Premier David Burt recently, promising... Read more of this article
Video: ‘Taking Off’ Highlights New Airport Logo
Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the new logo for the LF Wade International Airport. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As we get closer to entering phase four and reopening the existing... Read more of this article
BHW To Host Bermuda Carnival Virtual Weekend
BHW will be hosting a Bermuda Carnival Virtual Weekend from this Thursday [June 11] through to Monday, June 15th. A spokesperson said, “Are you ready?! The BHW Ltd. team trusts that you are, because finally, this secret we have been holding back can be released! “It has been too long Bermuda Carnival family. We have missed each and every... Read more of this article
OBA: Dedicate Heroes Day To Frontline Workers
National Heroes Day should be dedicated to all the frontline workers who have helped get Bermuda through the Covid-19 crisis, according to Shadow National Security Minister, Ben Smith. Mr. Smith said, “There were so many people who sacrificed so much to make sure Bermuda came through this pandemic. It is impossible to thank them all but the Police,... Read more of this article
