Category: News
US Consul General Commends President Trump
U.S. Consul General Lee Rizzuto has congratulated U.S. President Donald Trump for his Nobel Peace Prize nomination. The U.S. Consul General states: “Our world has been through a difficult period. We count on our leaders to guide us. President Trump has had a clear vision for peace. “He has constantly been attacked for difference of opinions yet,... Read more of this article
Video: PLP Announce Hodgson & Morris
[Updated] The PLP is holding a press conference this morning [Sept 9] where they are expected to announce additional candidate[s] for the upcoming 2020 General Election, which will be held on October 1st, 2020. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 11.25am: The PLP announced that Arianna Hodgson... Read more of this article
Video: Entrepreneur Series: Pacheco & Sons
The MarketPlace has released their third episode of their “MarketPlace Entrepreneur Spotlight” video series — which highlights local entrepreneurs who sell their locally made or grown products through their stores — with the latest episode spotlighting Roger Pacheco and Pacheco & Sons Farm. Mr Pacheco explains that the company was... Read more of this article
Megan Thomas Appointed CEO Of Hamilton Re
Hamilton Insurance Group Ltd announced the appointment of Megan Thomas as Chief Executive Officer of Hamilton Re Ltd., the Company’s reinsurance and insurance platform in Bermuda. “Thomas will report to Group CEO Pina Albo and be based in Bermuda. Pending requisite immigration and regulatory approvals, her anticipated start date will be in... Read more of this article
50% Payroll Tax Break For Taxi Operators
“Recognizing the challenges faced by taxi operators, the Government will provide a 50% Payroll Tax break to assist the sector,” Premier David Burt said. Speaking at last night’s [Sept 8] press briefing, Premier Burt said, “Among many sectors that were severely impacted by Covid-19 was the Taxi industry. The shelter in place and... Read more of this article
Video: Sept 9th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Historic Land Losses Commission hearings begin, two new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda including one child, OBA announce Thomas Harvey & Nicky Gurret as candidates, Sir Dudley releases ‘Protek Ya Life’, BHT opens newly renovated Westcott Cottage, Nancy Anne Miller’s Hurricane Humberto poem published, One provides free internet speed... Read more of this article
Photos: Smith Group Back-To-School Giveaway
The Smith Group of companies hosted its inaugural annual back-to-school community giveaway this past Saturday, September 5th, 2020. A spokesperson for Smith Group of Companies said, “We are humbled and grateful for the opportunity be able to assist our community during these difficult times; seeing the smiles on the faces of the children and their... Read more of this article
2,140 Test Results, Two Positive, First Child
The Government is holding a press conference this evening [Sept 8] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video is below. Update 7.36pm: Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Between Sunday and today there were 2,140 test results received by the Ministry... Read more of this article
BHT Opens Newly Renovated Westcott Cottage
The Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT] announced the official opening of Westcott Cottage, a newly renovated property in the Ferguson Park, St. David’s seniors housing community managed by the BHT. A spokesperson said, “During a ceremony held on Friday, August 28, Premier David Burt joined Lt. Col. David Burch, BHT Chairman John Barritt, Deputy Chairman... Read more of this article
BPS: ‘Exercise Caution When Out Socialising’
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is urging members of the public to exercise caution when out socialising and pay particular attention not to leave their drinks, alcoholic or otherwise, unattended. A police spokesperson said, “Summer may almost be over, but there are still lots of parties taking place, not to mention nightclubs being frequented with... Read more of this article
2020 Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs
The 2020 edition of the Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs publication from the Department of Statistics has been released. Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert said, “The Employment Briefs provides a broad count of all filled jobs in the Bermuda labour market by selected demographics, industrial and occupational groups. “They examined... Read more of this article
Video: OBA Announce Harvey & Gurret
[Updated] The OBA is holding a press conference today [Sept 8] where they are expected to announce additional candidate[s] for the upcoming 2020 General Election, which will be held on October 1st, 2020. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The OBA announced that Thomas Harvey will run in Constituency... Read more of this article
