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Video: Govt Press Conference On Hurricane
[Updated] The Bermuda Government held a press conference today [Sept 15] to provide updates regarding Hurricane Paulette, with Premier David Burt and Minister of National Security Renee Ming speaking. We will have more information, later on, however the best way to stay informed is via our ongoing live updates on Hurricane Paulette here, and you can... Read more of this article
BELCO Restore Power To Over 20,000 So Far
As of 1.00pm today [Sept 15], power has been restored to approximately 20,000 customers with work continuing to reconnect the remaining approximately 5,000 without power. A spokesperson said, “Hurricane Paulette has now moved away from Bermuda and BELCO Crews are working to restore power across the island. “As of 1:00 pm today, power has been restored... Read more of this article
Pembroke Parish Council Awards Scholarships
Nyree Burgess, Daquae Davies, Ayala Doars, and Hailey Wade have all been awarded scholarships by the Pembroke Parish Council. A spokesperson said, “The Pembroke Parish Council recently presented four Pembroke residents with tuition funding towards their studies at Bermuda College. “Nyree Burgess received a full tuition scholarship of $6,000... Read more of this article
Students Recognised For Academic Achievement
Bermuda College recently recognised 40 students who were named to the President’s and Vice President’s Lists for academic achievement with a presentation on campus. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College recently recognised forty students who were named to the President’s and Vice President’s Lists for academic achievement. “An evening... Read more of this article
Clarien Resumes Normal Operations On Wed
Clarien Bank will resume normal business operations tomorrow [Sept 16] following closures due to Hurricane Paulette. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank will resume normal business operations on Wednesday, September 16 following closures due to Hurricane Paulette. A thorough assessment of all facilities and systems has been completed to ensure... Read more of this article
HSBC Bank Bermuda To Reopen Today At 1pm
HSBC Bank will reopen its Harbourfront, Somerset and St. Georges branches today [Sept 15] at 1.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Subject to EMO guidance, HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will reopen its Harbourfront, Somerset and St. Georges branches today Tuesday, 15th September at 1:00 pm. Our Church Street branch will remain closed until Wednesday, 16th September. “We... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Post Hurricane Paulette
Hurricane Paulette passed over Bermuda early Monday morning, with the slow moving storm striking the island as a Category 1 hurricane, causing widespread power outages across the entire island. Last night, Premier David Burt said, “After a night and day of high winds, driving rain and exceptional waves, we are on the other side of Hurricane Paulette,... Read more of this article
Regiment Soldiers Help With Hurricane Clean Up
Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers were yesterday out on the roads as part of the recovery effort for Hurricane Paulette. The soldiers fanned out across the island to assess damage, clear roads, and ensure other emergency service and utility workers could travel freely. Captain Kenji Bean, the officer in charge of land operations, said three Immediate... Read more of this article
Butterfield To Reopen On Tuesday Afternoon
The Bank of Butterfield will reopen to serve customers from 1.00pm to 4.00 pm tomorrow [Sept 15]. A spokesperson said, “ The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advises the public that, provided Government has given the all clear for road travel, its Banking Centres in Bermuda will reopen to serve customers from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on... Read more of this article
Five Active Storms Currently In Atlantic Area
As Hurricane Paulette moves away from the island, four more storms – Hurricane Sally, Tropical Storm Vicky, Tropical Storm Teddy, and Tropical Depression Rene – are also swirling in the Atlantic area, marking the first time in 49 years there have been five storms in the Atlantic. Video snippet via NOAA: The National Oceanic & Atmospheric... Read more of this article
Clarien Bank Will Remain Closed Tomorrow
All Clarien Bank Limited offices will remain closed tomorrow [Sept 15] in order to “allow authorities to facilitate storm cleanup and power restoration following Hurricane Paulette.” A spokesperson said, “In the interest of safety, all Clarien Bank Limited offices will remain closed on Tuesday, September 15 to allow authorities to... Read more of this article
Motorcycle Accident On Harbour Road
There was a vehicle motorcycle accident this evening [Sept 13] on Harbour Road, and the public is “urged to stay off the roads as winds continue to increase into the night. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service has advised that there has been a single vehicle motorcycle accident on Harbour Road between Manse Road and... Read more of this article
