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Ascendant Donates $100,000 To Eliza DoLittle
Ascendant Group is donating $100,000 to The Eliza DoLittle Society to help bring some relief to those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. An Ascendant spokesman said: “Ascendant has a long and proud history of philanthropy in Bermuda. During these unprecedented times, as Bermuda contends with the coronavirus, our charities committee met to determine... Read more of this article
Premier Tweets About Buzz, Buzz Responds
[Updated] Premier David Burt had strong words for Buzz Cafe on Twitter, calling any claim they would open “nonsense”, telling them to “COOL OUT”, and tweeting that he apologises for his tone, but that this is a very serious situation and “we all have to work together to save lives.” Premier Burt tweeted saying, “I’ve... Read more of this article
Video: Bermuda Doctors Thank The Public
The Bermuda Medical Doctors Association is commending members of the public for doing their part in the fight against the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, saying that by staying at home, we are helping to keep the community safer. Dr. Henry Dowling, “On behalf of the Bermuda Medical Doctors Association, we want to thank you for doing your part to fight... Read more of this article
Regiment Help Enforce “Shelter In Place” Rules
Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers have completed their first weekend since “shelter in place” rules to combat Covid-19 were introduced. The new regime – a 24-hour lockdown except for essential trips – was enforced by RBR manned checkpoints and mobile patrols over the hours of darkness. RBR Commanding Officer Major Ben Beasley said soldiers were... Read more of this article
ICO On Access To Info During National Crisis
“During this crisis, future access to public information and record keeping may not be at the forefront for leadership. Appropriately, their critical focus is on the immediate safety and health of Bermuda,” Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez said, adding that “senior leadership must ensure that public authorities create, retain and... Read more of this article
Confirmed Cases In Bermuda Remains At 37
Five additional test results were received today, all of which were negative for Covid-19, so the confirmed positive cases in Bermuda remains at 37, with 14 people having recovered, while six people are hospitalized. A Government spokesperson said, “Five additional test results were received today, all of which were negative for COVID-19. This... Read more of this article
Audio: Bermuda Band Urges Us All To “Sit Off”
“In this crazy time, the message for you, everyone in Bermuda you know what you have to do… sit off, just sit off, everybody stay at home, there is no need for you to roam. No going out until we get the all clear, we keeping social distance, so we staying right here….sitting off.” That is the message from Bones, Bermuda’s blues... Read more of this article
Shelter in Place Guidelines: Shopping & More
The Government has released guidelines for the Shelter in Place period, providing information on what businesses can open, delivery, shopping guidelines for the public and more. The full guidelines are below: Guidelines for Deliveries, Grocery Stores, Pharmacies and Gas Stations under section 9 [1] and [2] Introduction: The Government’s objective... Read more of this article
Government Advisory For Debt Collectors
“As Bermuda responds to the challenges of the COVID-19 global pandemic, exercising social and corporate responsibility is key,” the Government said. “The Government has kept its commitment to provide relief to eligible residents by way of an unemployment benefit, as well as other measures designed to reduce financial stress during these... Read more of this article
Fireminds Create 1/2 Mile Measuring Online Map
Fireminds has created an online tool to help people find out where their 1/2 mile limit for exercise is, with an easy to use website allowing people to click where they live on a map to create a circle showing the 1/2 mile span. The 1/2 mile limit is mandated by the Emergency Powers Regulations which states that people can go “for a walk or run,... Read more of this article
Police Urge People To Stop Pedal Cycling
Noting that “there has been increased pedal cycle activity seen on the roads today,” the police have reminded people “that pedal cycling is prohibited during the Shelter in Place as “exercise has been restricted to a half mile from your home on foot.” The police posted on social media saying, “Good afternoon all,... Read more of this article
US Consul Urge People To Book Flight Today
The U.S. Consulate is urging U.S. citizens and all others who may need to travel to the United States to purchase tickets today for the flight on Tuesday, April 7, saying that there “are no other outbound flights planned.” A spokesperson said, “The U.S. Consulate General urges U.S. citizens, and all others who may need to travel to... Read more of this article
