Category: News
Food Up 10.3% Annually, Down 0.1% Monthly
The average cost of lettuce went up 59.1%, pasta went up 57.3%, and eggs went up 56.6% on a year to year basis, while on a month to month basis, the average cost of frozen spare ribs decreased 15.3%, boneless pork loin decreased 13.0% and apples decreased 5.6%. This is according to the recently released December Consumer Price Index which said that... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: March 16 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
Four Arrested And $1.9M In Cannabis Seized
Four people have been arrested after warrants were executed at a business and residences, and a container shipment and cannabis “with an estimated street value of $BDA 1.9 million” was seized. A police spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, March 15th, 2023, The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], conducted a joint Operation with H.M. Customs. “The... Read more of this article
West End Warriors Plan To Hold Motorcade
The ‘West End Warriors’ group will be holding another motorcade on Saturday [March 18] starting from the West End School at 2.30pm. The event poster says, “We will never concede! Stop the closure of West End Primary. West End Primary School belongs to our community! Support this important Bermudian Institution, join our motorcade!... Read more of this article
Pineapple, Black Cherry & Mango Dark n Stormy
In addition to the original Dark ‘n Stormy, Goslings has added three new flavours — Pineapple Dark ‘n Stormy, Black Cherry Dark ‘n Stormy, and Mango Dark ‘n Stormy — with all four available in newly designed cans. “This may be the most significant innovation during my time at Goslings” said E. Malcolm Gosling, 7th Generation... Read more of this article
St George Corp Releases Strategic Plan Draft
The Corporation of St. George’s Town Plan Steering Committee announced the completion of their work on the Draft Strategic Town Plan and invites the public to download a copy for review from the Corporation’s website. A spokesperson said, “The strategic plan reflects the needs of a living town that is one of the oldest in the Western Hemisphere,... Read more of this article
BTA Launches ‘House Of Bermuda’ In England
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has debuted the “House of Bermuda” at the Hoxton, Southwark in England, which offers an “immersive experience” with “local Bermudian experts.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has officially debuted the ‘House of Bermuda’ exclusively for trade, media,... Read more of this article
Photos: Empowered Shopping Village Event
Empowered Shopping Village and Heritage Worship Center recently held a free event in ‘celebration of women.’ The event included free consultations, information on leading health issues with presenters sharing information on health practices, a variety of local vendors and more. Related Stories Photos &... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Decreased 1.7% In December 2022
After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 6.3% in December – the overall volume of retail sales decreased 1.7% when compared to December 2021, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the December 2022 Retail Sales... Read more of this article
‘Keys To The Rock’ Launches Season 2
Keys to the Rock [K2TR], a Bermuda real estate podcast hosted by industry professionals Daniel Woods and Ben Rego, is aiming to “educate the Bermuda public about all things real estate,” with the premiere of season two recently released. A spokesperson said, “Keys to the Rock is Bermuda’s only real estate podcast, hosted by industry professionals... Read more of this article
Café Lido Restaurant Re-Opening Today
The Lido Complex at Elbow Beach is re-opening, with Cafe Lido Restaurant opening today [March 16] and the Sea Breeze Lounge & Terrace set to open in April. A spokesperson said, “This Thursday, March 16th sees the much-anticipated re-opening of Lido Complex at Elbow Beach. The opening will occur in stages with Cafe Lido Restaurant opening first... Read more of this article
Susan Jackson: ‘Govt Should Welcome Them’
The “government should be welcoming them with open arms” as “CC&L is a testament to Bermuda as a vote of confidence in our future” Shadow Transport Minister Susan Jackson said after it was announced that the Canadian company CC&L will purchase 49.9% of Skyport for $128.5 million. Ms Jackson said, “When a prominent... Read more of this article
