Hashtag: #Covid19
Bermudian In US Diagnosed With Covid-19
[Written by Don Burgess] Gerry Collins hasn’t lost faith despite being diagnosed with Covid-19. The 67-year-old Bermudian moved to Grantville, Georgia in mid-February and has battled several different diseases over the past few years but remains upbeat in his circumstance. This includes being separated from his wife Michelle, who is stuck in Bermuda. Gerry... Read more of this article
17 Cases | 8pm – 6am Curfew To Be Imposed
[Updated] Premier David Burt is holding a press conference this evening [March 27] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 6.57pm: As a super brief summary, the Premier confirmed two more cases, so we now have a total of 17, said that 400 more test kits are expected... Read more of this article
Govt: Advisory For Bermuda Residents Abroad
The Ministry of Tourism and Transport said they are “aware of Bermuda residents abroad who ordinarily reside on the island and are in need of advice or assistance.” A Government spokesperson said, “To that end, please note the following information: “Residents in the US and UK seeking to return home are advised to go here, complete... Read more of this article
Govt Dispels Rumours About Grocery Stores
The Government “condemned and refuted rumors circulating in the community falsely claiming that grocery stores would be closed today.” A government spokesperson stated, “The government is committed to preventing the community spread of Covid 19 and with providing the public with accurate factual information. “Despite this, there... Read more of this article
Advisory: TCD Vehicle Licensing Procedures
Government has issued an advisory about vehicle licensing procedures, saying that “in an effort to assist, the Ministry of Tourism and Transport advises the public to adhere to the following updated instructions and procedures.” A spokesperson said, “Vehicle owners that hold a valid TCD vehicle examination pass certificate and required... Read more of this article
‘97% Of Country’s Hotel Inventory Is Closed’
“Based on what we’ve measured so far, 97% of the country’s hotel inventory is closed,” BTA Interim CEO Glenn Jones said, adding that “the impact on jobs goes far beyond the hotel sector. Our partners in restaurants and retail are similarly burdened during this crisis. Tour operators, experience providers and transport businesses... Read more of this article
Covid-19: BCB 2020 Cricket Season Update
As a result of the current pandemic Covid-19, the Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board has been meeting [virtually] to discuss possible changes in operation for the 2020 cricket season. A spokesperson said, “Once the Bermuda Government advises the public that we can go back to operations as normal, notice will be given on the start of season as... Read more of this article
Harry’s Restaurant Offers Takeaway, Curbside
Harry’s Restaurant at the Waterfront is offering takeaway and curbside collection from 12.00pm to 8.00pm from Monday to Saturday in order to help avoid the spread of Covid-19. Visit www.harrys.bm for the takeaway menu or call 292-5533 to place an order. The restaurant can also be reached via WhatsApp at 441-538-0709 and by email at harrysreservations@thewaterfront.bm. As... Read more of this article
Argo To Hold General Meeting In Virtual Format
Argo Group International Holdings announced that due to the coronavirus pandemic, the company will not hold its 2020 Annual General Meeting in person and will instead be holding it in a virtual format only. “The Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2020, in a virtual meeting format only. In addition, the time of the Annual... Read more of this article
8 More Covid-19 Cases Confimed, Total Of 15
[Updated] Premier David Burt is holding a press conference this evening [March 26] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below and we will be updating here. Update 7.01pm: We will update with the Premier’s full statement as able, but in the meantime, he confirmed 8 more... Read more of this article
Video: Private Jets Bring Students Back Home
[Updated with video] The island’s corporate community are coming together to help bring students currently stranded in the U.S. back home, with local businesses set to charter two special flights from Atlanta today to enable a number of students and family members to return home. A BDA spokesperson said, “The corporate community and the... Read more of this article
Butterfield Bank Offer Special Seniors Hours
Beginning on Monday, March 30, Butterfield will provide limited banking services from Rosebank Centre on Bermudiana Road, and they will reserve two hours — from 9:00am to 11:00am — to serve seniors exclusively at that location. A spokesperson said, “Beginning on Monday, 30 March 2020, Butterfield will provide limited banking services... Read more of this article
