Category: News
Minister Confirms Three Covid Related Deaths
“Today, I am sad to report three Covid related deaths,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said this evening. “My heartfelt sympathy goes out to their family and loved ones,” the Minister added. “Reporting one death is sad, but reporting three deaths at one time is truly upsetting and a disturbing reminder of how serious the coronavirus... Read more of this article
West Indian Association Launches Appeal
The West Indian Association of Bermuda has launched an appeal to help the victims of the volcanic eruption in the island of St Vincent. A spokesperson said, “The hearts and prayers of the West Indian Association [WIA] [Bermuda] go out to our brothers and sisters in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. “The WIA [Bermuda] is launching an appeal... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 29 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
3-Month Extension Of Closed Job Categories
Citing the impact of the pandemic on employment, the Department of Immigration advised that the moratorium on new work permits for closed categories has been extended for an additional three months until July 31st. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Labour seeks to inform the public of the three month extension of the closed job... Read more of this article
Video: Holistic Wellness Panel Discussion
Minister Tinee Furbert and a panel of Holistic Wellness Professionals are holding a Holistic Wellness Community Chat this afternoon [April 29] to discuss the importance of holistic health and community well-being, and you can watch live below. The scheduled panelists are: Dr. Ayesha Peets-Talbot, Physician specialising in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics... Read more of this article
Police Aware Of & Will Attend Planned Car Rally
The police said they are aware of a post circulating inviting people to attend a car rally on Sunday [May 2] to “to protest government’s Covid vaccine initiative,” and said that they will attend to “ensure a smooth flow of traffic, that all safety guidelines are being observed and there are no breaches of any laws or regulations.” A... Read more of this article
Video: US President Biden Mentions Bermuda
[Updated] Marking the second time he has mentioned the island during a speech this month, U.S. President Joe Biden mentioned Bermuda during his Presidential Address to Congress last night [April 28], claiming that “a lot of companies also evade taxes through tax havens in Switzerland and Bermuda and the Cayman Islands.” Speaking last night... Read more of this article
BELCO On December 2020 Island Wide Outage
BELCO provided an update on the island wide power outage that occurred in December 2020, with the company saying they have “taken the necessary steps to prevent a similar future outage.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO or the Company] today provided an update on the December 18, 2020 outage report that... Read more of this article
BEU Extends Condolences To Bean Family
The Bermuda Entertainment Union [BEU] has extended its condolences to the family of Clarence ‘Tootsie’ Bean. A spokesperson said, “It is with profound sadness that we, the Executive Committee, Trustees, and Members of the BEU, extend our deepest condolences to our Bro. Shelton Bean and his entire siblings for the loss of their father,... Read more of this article
Green Family Donate Additional $50,000
The Green family have made a second donation to the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic Fund and are “making an urgent call for residents to get vaccinated.” A spokesperson said, “The Green family have made a second donation to the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic Fund and are making an urgent... Read more of this article
‘She Leads’ Programme Accepting Applications
Applications are now being accepted for the “She Leads: A Real World Readiness Programme” for young women who have just completed their penultimate year of high school at Cedarbridge Academy, The Berkeley Institute or BHS. A spokesperson said, “BHS and HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited [HSBC] are pleased to announce that they are now accepting submissions... Read more of this article
Video: April 29th Bernews Morning Newsflash
12 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, 31 people in hospital with 7 in ICU, active cases continue to decline, President Joe Biden mentions Bermuda, Bermuda Half Marathon Race set to take place, S&P affirms Bermuda’s A+ ratings, scholarship deadline extended to April 30, landlords asked to assist as best they can and Green Family donate... Read more of this article
