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Bermuda School Of Music’s ‘Joy To The World’

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Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 20:31:19 +0000

The Bermuda School of Music will present ‘Joy to the World’ on Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14 at St. John’s Church in Pembroke. A spokesperson said, “Director Marjorie Pettit presents an evening of joyful and uplifting Holiday favorites both old and new for this year’s “Joy to the World”. The concert features the […]

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Somerset Brigade Band To Host Festival of Music

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Jan 2020 17:22:40 +0000

Under the patronage of Premier David Burt, the Somerset Brigade Band will present their annual “Festival of Music” on Saturday, February 8th at 7.30pm at St. James Church Hall, as they also celebrate their 90th anniversary. The event will feature vocalist Mrs. Melinda Jennings, trumpet soloist Mr. Conrad Roach, and the Somerset Brigade Band; and […]

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Video: Local Musicians Urge Us To Stay Inside

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 20:45:18 +0000

The Bermuda Government released a video featuring some of the island’s best known musicians urging us to stay inside. The video features Shine Hayward, Joy Barnum, Tricray Astwood, Adrian Jones, Olivia Hamilton, and Robert Edwards. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we are doing our best to provide timely and accurate […]

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Lili Bermuda Launches “Nautilus” Fragrance

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:53:12 +0000

Lili Bermuda launched Nautilus, its latest fragrance for men, at their Hamilton flagship store last night. “Guests sampled the new fragrance inspired by the colors, sounds and energy of a summer Bermuda storm. Nautilus reflects the supernatural energy of crashing waves, which have sculpted so perfectly our idyllic Bermuda landscape. Nautilus is a gift from […]

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Duke’s Bermuda Suit Now In English Museum

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2019 09:31:35 +0000

It went out of style so very long ago that it might well be referred to as a museum piece. But a lounge suit purchased by the Duke of Windsor [1894-1972] at Bermuda’s old flagship department store Triminghams in 1940 actually fits that description quite literally. The Duke bought the single-breasted wool suit along with […]

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Four People In Custody, Other Arrests Planned

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 20:43:54 +0000

There are four people in custody that police believe were “involved in the shootings,” Police Commissioner Stephen Corbishley said, adding that “there are other arrests planned.” The Commissioner’s comments follow after the spate of gun violence on Monday, which saw the police respond to four separate firearms incidents in 24 hours. According to the police, the […]

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Police: Firearms Used Are ‘Not New Weapons’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 16:36:50 +0000

The police confirmed that ballistic testing revealed that the firearms used in recent incidents “are not new weapons and have been linked to previous matters.” A police spokesperson said, “As the investigations into the recent firearms incidents continue, the Bermuda Police would like to thank the community for their willingness to assist by providing information […]

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OBA’s Smith: ‘Police Budget Must Be Protected’

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Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 13:18:57 +0000

“Following the recent spate of shootings, the police budget must be protected if they are to be able to combat gang crime,” Shadow National Security Minister Ben Smith said today. Mr. Smith said, “Recently, I expressed my concerns about reports reaching me that the Bermuda Police Service budget could be cut by as much as […]

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BCCL To Host Open House On March 14

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 11:36:35 +0000

The Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning [BCCL] will be hosting an open house on Saturday, March 14 from 9.00am to 11.00am. A spokesperson said, “BCCL is a private school for students who have a language-based learning difference, beginning at age six. Prospective parents are welcome to attend and learn more about BCCL’s personalized learning approach. […]

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Saltus & Warwick Moving To Virtual Learning

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:12:51 +0000

In light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, both Saltus Grammar School and Warwick Academy have made the decision to move classes to virtual platforms. A Saltus spokesperson said, “Saltus has made the decision to transition to a virtual learning platform as of tomorrow, March 17, 2020. “Attendance and all classes will continue remotely through our school’s […]

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Saltus Deputy Head “Optimistic” About Exams

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 10:51:12 +0000

Saltus Deputy Head of School Jon Beard is “optimistic that Bermuda’s private schools will work with the exam boards to ensure that local students are able to complete the requirements” as the education system contends with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “International end of academic year examinations have been a casualty of the […]

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Impact Mentoring Academy Virtual Open House

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:22:00 +0000

Impact Mentoring Academy [IMA] will be hosting a virtual open house for parents and students from April 28 to April 30. A spokesperson said, “Impact Mentoring Academy will be hosting a virtual open house this week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. “The single-gender academy has been in full swing even through the Covid-19 ‘Shelter in […]

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Saltus Graduates Receive Surprise Visits

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 10:42:07 +0000

Saltus students who make up the graduating class of 2020 recently received visits from the school’s staff members. A spokesperson said, “With the situation of the pandemic still unfolding, the graduating class of 2020 have missed some rites of passage such as prank day, final assembly, and the graduate walk. “Despite this, faculty saw this […]

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Tarik Hill Jailed For ‘Horrific Campaign Of Abuse’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2019 13:28:32 +0000

After being found guilty of multiple charges including false imprisonment, bodily harm and rape, Tarik Hill, 35, was sentenced in a UK Court to a custodial term of 15 years and an extended licence period of five years. A statement from the UK Met Police said, “A man has been sentenced to jail after carrying out a sustained […]

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Court: Man Accused Of Trespass With Machete

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2019 20:43:57 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A Sandys man will have to appear in Supreme Court after being accused of allegedly trespassing on a home in St George’s with a machete. Keith Smith, 51, did not have to enter a plea to a charge of entering a Mullet Bay Road home in February 2019, and causing actual […]

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Famous For 15 Minutes To Feature Local Plays

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 14 Aug 2014 21:03:04 +0000

The Famous for 15 Minutes Playwriting Festival is getting set to celebrate its 12th year, with all proceeds to go towards the BMDS Charitable Trust, which gives out bursaries to students studying in Theatre Arts. This year’s event will run from August 28 – 30 and from September 3 – 6, 2014, with six original 15-minute […]

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‘Just For Laughs’ Show Returns To Bermuda

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 10:45:09 +0000

The 9th edition of Bermuda’s annual funny event ‘Just For Laughs Bermuda’ will be held from January 7 to January 10, 2015 at Fairmont Southampton’s Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre. A spokesperson said, “Just For Laughs Bermuda returns in January 2015 with a stellar line-up of talent. The 9th edition of Bermuda’s annual funny event will be hosted […]

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Saltus To Present ‘Our Country’s Good’ Play

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 06 Feb 2015 10:40:30 +0000

The Saltus Grammar School production this year is ‘Our Country’s Good’ by Timberlake Wertenbaker and it will be held in Alumni Hall in the Saltus Secondary Department, February 26th-28th. It is an Olivier Award winning play described as being about “a very dark period in British history”. A spokesperson said, “We hope you enjoy this […]

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Video: Bermudian Featured On House Hunters

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:00:25 +0000

[Updated] Just like in the words of the song, California dreaming was becoming a reality when Bermudian Danyel Thompson and her family arrived on the US West Coast from North Carolina. But for Ms Thompson the fulfilment of that dream had to include a bricks-and-mortar component: a family home. The TV reality show House Hunters […]

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Tucker’s Point Hosts Real Estate Industry Fete

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2019 10:25:24 +0000

Buddy Fleming, Director of Sales and Marketing, at Tucker’s Point Real Estate, welcomed the Bermuda real estate community and its esteemed partners to a reception at the Tucker’s Point Harbour Court Private Residences Thursday evening, September 12, 2019. The event celebrated the ongoing partnership between Tucker’s Point Real Estate and local brokerages and is slated […]

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‘Bermuda Style’ House For Sale For $37.5 Million

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 18:00:00 +0000

If you happen to have a spare $37.5 million and are interested in a luxury ‘Bermuda-style house’ in Palm Beach, Florida, you are in luck, as a 7,526 square foot, 5 bedroom, 8 bathroom house has been listed for sale. The waterfront property — set on a 26,638 square foot lot — features retractable glass […]

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‘Bermuda Style’ House Sells For $6M In Florida

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Dec 2019 11:01:19 +0000

A luxurious property in Florida – billed as being a ‘Bermuda-style house’ — recently sold for over $6 million, with the 5,302 square foot house featuring a saltwater swimming pool and a whirlpool spa and more. According to a story in the Palm Beach Daily News, Palm Beach resident Richard M. Charlton paid a recorded $6.17 million […]

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Column: Why I Never Use Airbnb’s Smart Pricing

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:16 +0000

[Column written by Ade Brown] One of the most common questions I get asked is whether or not to use Airbnb’s pricing tips. Don’t! This is a very common mistake that new hosts make, even myself. I fell victim to Airbnb’s pricing band. While using smart pricing was great in getting my calendar filled, it […]

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Covid-19: Bermuda Housing Trust Preparation

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:29:19 +0000

In light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT] is taking steps to protect their 194 tenants living in five properties located across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “At the Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT], we are constantly monitoring the risk that Covid-19 might represent to the 194 tenants living in our five properties […]

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Bermuda Housing Corporation Cashier Hours

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:15:33 +0000

The Bermuda Housing Corporation has opened its Church Street offices for payments only. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Housing Corporation has opened their Church Street offices at the Seven Arches building at 44 Church Street in Hamilton for payments only. The opening hours are 10.00am to 2.00pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday weekly until further notice. […]

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Intro to Organizational Business Coaching

By fisher.osu.edu
Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 19:28:38 +0000

One of the reasons I enjoy the MAcc program so much is because it allows me the flexibility to take elective classes that spark my professional interests. As a student who one day aspires to be the CFO of a company, I wanted to take extra HRM (human resource management) classes to understand more about … Continue reading "Intro to Organizational Business Coaching"


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It’s not just studying and networking!

By fisher.osu.edu
Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 21:31:16 +0000

You would think that graduate students are all studying, networking and no fun (the last part was kind of exaggerated, but you know what I mean). However, we do have those days where we would gather and goof around. A couple of weeks ago, after our midterms, our SMF class along with our professors, decided to … Continue reading "It’s not just studying and networking!"


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Weekend Adventures in Columbus

By fisher.osu.edu
Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 17:49:50 +0000

This past weekend in Columbus was a blast as I had one of my friends from undergrad visiting, braving the cold coming up from Atlanta. Showing him around campus and the city was a great time. Columbus makes it easy for me to be a great host and show a guest an action packed weekend. … Continue reading "Weekend Adventures in Columbus"


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Fisher Red Carpet Weekend: Tour de Columbus

By fisher.osu.edu
Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 18:06:42 +0000

One of the biggest questions many of my non-Ohioan classmates had when they were considering Fisher for their MBA was “What is there to do in Columbus?”  The answer to that question reveals that Columbus is a vibrant and thriving city with something for everyone.  But don’t take my word for it, why not come … Continue reading "Fisher Red Carpet Weekend: Tour de Columbus"


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Global Business Expedition (GBE) – Panama

By fisher.osu.edu
Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:32:30 +0000

Over spring break, I had the opportunity to travel to Panama with my GBE (Global Business Expeditions) class that was led by two of our supply chain faculty members.  I was the only full-time MBA student that made the trip but was joined by students in the Working Professional MBA, Master of Business Logistic Engineering … Continue reading "Global Business Expedition (GBE) – Panama"


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Why is it called “Fisher” College of Business?

By fisher.osu.edu
Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 13:09:41 +0000

When you first started looking at our program, you may have asked yourself why we are called the Fisher College of Business. Then you probably shrugged and forgot all about it. Well, I’m here to answer that burning question for you. Like many business schools, we are named after a benefactor who contributed a significant … Continue reading "Why is it called “Fisher” College of Business?"


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Land Rover BAR Bermuda Sustainability Report

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 21 Dec 2017 14:02:46 +0000

Six months after returning to the UK from Bermuda – where the team were based for the 35th America’s Cup – Land Rover BAR are now sharing their learnings and achievements in the Bermuda Sustainability Report, saying that “large sporting events present a unique opportunity to leave a lasting legacy and a positive impact in […]

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NZ Nominated For Laureus World Team Of Year

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 17 Jan 2018 01:00:53 +0000

The New Zealand America’s Cup team — which won the coveted trophy when Bermuda hosted the event in 2017 — has been nominated for the Laureus Team of the Year award, with the sailors nominated alongside teams including NBA Champions Golden State Warriors, Super Bowl champions New England Patriots, and Champions League winners Real Madrid. The […]

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Road Sobriety Checkpoints From August 1 – 4

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2019 10:00:39 +0000

The Police are advising the public that there will be road sobriety checkpoints in eight parishes from August 1st to August 4th. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service would like to advise the public that the next series of road sobriety checkpoints [as specified in the Official Gazette Notice Wednesday, July 24th] will […]

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Ten Arrested On Suspicion Of Impaired Driving

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 21:52:46 +0000

Ten motorists were arrested on suspicion of impaired driving during the past holiday weekend. A police spokesperson said, “Ten motorists were arrested on suspicion of impaired driving over the Cup Match holiday weekend, with road sobriety checkpoints conducted in eight parishes from the evening of Thursday, August 1st until the evening of Sunday, August 4th. […]

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Driver Arrested After Collision On Causeway

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 07 Dec 2019 12:50:32 +0000

The driver of a car involved in an early morning collision with a truck on the Causeway on Friday [Dec 6] was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst impaired. A police spokesperson said, “The incident occurred at around 6:30am, when a car driven west on the causeway by a female occupant, collided with a truck […]

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Arch To Acquire Ventus Risk Management

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:26:39 +0000

Arch Insurance North America [Arch] announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ventus Risk Management [Ventus], a technology and analytics-driven managing general underwriter [MGU] that specializes in providing coastal commercial property insurance solutions to small and mid-sized enterprises. Ventus was founded in 2016, with the aim of using its proprietary technology to […]

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IGI Receives Approval For Tiberius Deal

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 11:40:14 +0000

International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. [IGI] announced that it has received regulatory approval from the Bermuda Monetary Authority in connection with its previously announced business combination with Tiberius Acquisition Corp. [Tiberius],  a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company. A spokesperson said, “This approval, received on January 28, 2020, is one of necessary steps towards successfully completing […]

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EXOR In ‘Discussions’ Over Possible Acquisition

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 14:41:29 +0000

EXOR has confirmed that it has “entered into exclusive discussions” regarding a possible acquisition of PartnerRe. A statement on their website said, “EXOR confirms that it has entered into exclusive discussions with Covéa regarding a possible all-cash acquisition of PartnerRe. “These discussions are ongoing and there is no certainty that they will result in a […]

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Multi-Strat Enters Agreement With Canopius

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:44:10 +0000

Multi-Strat Holdings said they are pleased to announce a majority acquisition of the company by Canopius Group Limited [Canopius]. “Canopius is a global specialty [re]insurer headquartered in London. One of the top five businesses at Lloyd’s, Canopius writes in excess of $2bn premium annually. The Group is domiciled in Jersey and operates in the UK, […]

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Court: Man Denies Murder Of Marcus Gibbings

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:07:21 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Cleveland Rogers denied a murder charge in Supreme Court today [Nov 1]. The defendant pleaded not guilty of the premeditated murder of Marcus Gibbings on or about October 25, 2006. Mr Gibbings, who was from Trinidad, was found stabbed to death in an apartment in Devonshire. His next court appearance is set […]

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Commissioner: ‘Help Us Stop This Violence’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 14:57:18 +0000

[Updated with video] “Bermuda has seen 5 shootings in the past two weeks,” Police Commissioner Stephen Corbishley said, adding that to “fully tackle gang violence requires the absolute support of communities.” Commissioner Corbishley said, “Bermuda has seen 5 shootings in the past two weeks. This has overshadowed the previous year where for the first time for […]

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Two Suspects Arrested, One Surrendered

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 17:34:26 +0000

The police executed a warrant at a residence in St. Georges last night, two suspects were taken into custody and a third suspect surrendered to the Hamilton Police Station. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service yesterday, Saturday 21st March, executed a warrant at a residence on Wellington Back Road, St. Georges at around […]

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Police: Crime Prevention Tips For Businesses

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 20:52:57 +0000

With many businesses closed and others operating on reduced hours, there are fewer ‘eyes on the street’ to notice and report suspicious activity to police, said Detective Chief Inspector Arthur Glasford of the Bermuda Police Service [BPS], Serious Crime Department. Detective Chief Inspector Glasford said, “As such, the BPS urges business owners to consider the […]

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Arrest For Curfew Breach, Suspected Possession

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:23:44 +0000

A man who initially failed to stop for police was arrested for breaching the Shelter in Place regulations and suspicion of possession of a controlled drug. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 11:00pm on Friday 17th, April, police officers on uniform mobile patrol were travelling west on St John’s Road, Pembroke when they observed a […]

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Economic and Social Sustainability at Airports

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Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2019 05:17:11 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Conference Proceedings on the Web 23: Economic and Social Sustainability at Airports is a compilation of the presentations and a summary of the ensuing discussions at May 7-8, 2018, forum in Washington, D.C. The meeting brought together individuals from airports, airlines, academia, consulting, local and regional government, general sustainability professionals, and others. The forum included sessions on social sustainability, economic sustainability, key...


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Economic and Social Sustainability at Airports

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2019 05:17:11 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Conference Proceedings on the Web 23: Economic and Social Sustainability at Airports is a compilation of the presentations and a summary of the ensuing discussions at May 7-8, 2018, forum in Washington, D.C. The meeting brought together individuals from airports, airlines, academia, consulting, local and regional government, general sustainability professionals, and others. The forum included sessions on social sustainability, economic sustainability, key...


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Road travel toolkit during coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 05:12:20 GMT

Communication Toolkit for Transportation Partners to Inform Road Travelers , released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention


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TRB Webinar: Evaluating Goals Under the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:34:14 GMT

Is your organization aiming to increase the participation of minority-and women-owned businesses in state and local transportation projects? TRB will conduct a webinar on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM Eastern to discuss how to meet the goals set by the U.S. Department of Transportation Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (USDOT DBE). State and local transportation projects that receive federal funding are mandated to go through the triennial DBE goal-setting process. Make your next goals...


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Evaluating the Suitability of Roadway Corridors for Use by Monarch Butterflies

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:00:58 GMT

The charismatic and familiar monarch butterfly serves as a flagship species for pollinator conservation, and gives rights-of-way entities opportunities to engage a diverse array of stakeholders who are invested in not only restoring monarch numbers to sustainable levels, but also mitigating many other environmental and economic issues. This pre-publication draft of the TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program's NCHRP Research Report 942 Pre-Pub: Evaluating the Suitability of Roadway Corridors fo...


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