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Essential Workers Covid-19 Testing Schedule

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:35:49 +0000

The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new schedule for essential workers requiring Covid-19 testing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new swabbing schedule for essential workers requiring COVID-19 testing. “Effective now through Friday, May 1, essential workers can schedule their appointment […]

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KEMH Treats Injured Ship Crew Member

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:04:10 +0000

A  crew member of the MS Regal Princess arrived on the island for urgent medical treatment, and “the sole crew member receiving treatment was tested and found negative for COVID-19, and all Bermuda medical personnel and individuals providing transport practiced stringent COVID-19 safety guidelines to ensure no possible spread of the virus.” A Government spokesperson […]

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Video: Govt Announce ‘Phased Reopening’

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 01:30:56 +0000

[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [April 29] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update: Premier David Burt tweeted, “We have received 636 more Covid-19 test results. […]

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Online Covid-19 Tool ‘HealthIQ’ Released

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Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 12:22:27 +0000

The Health Council announced the release of HealthIQ, which they said is a “simple online tool that will help us as a community in our efforts to progress from phase one through phase four of Covid-19 restrictions.” A spokesperson said, “Each member of the public is encouraged to go to HealthIQ.bm and enter information about […]

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Open Airways Medication Assistance Fund

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Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:01:49 +0000

In celebration of the World Asthma Day, Open Airways launched the Medication Assistance Fund, which is aimed at providing financial assistance to anyone with asthma or COPD who is experiencing economic hardship during the Covid-19 pandemic so that they will be able to purchase their prescribed inhalers to control their asthma or COPD. A spokesperson said, […]

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US “Cinderella Horse” Who Charmed Bermuda

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Published On :: Sat, 02 Nov 2019 17:00:12 +0000

It’s been 60 years since the “Cinderella Horse” rode his way into America’s heart as well as Bermuda’s. Snowman’s unlikely tale has been called “the greatest ‘nags-to-riches’ story since Black Beauty”, and with good reason. A one-time Pennsylvania plow horse, Snowman was purchased for $80 in 1956 while en route to the slaughterhouse. His new […]

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FEI Jumping World Challenge Start Delayed

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Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 20:52:28 +0000

[Updated] The organizers of the 2020 FEI Jumping World Challenge [JWC] – originally scheduled for tomorrow [Feb 15] – have decided to delay the start of competition due to the expected weather conditions. A spokesperson said, “Due to the unfavourable weather forecast for Saturday, the organizer have decided to delay the start of the FEI […]

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12-Year-Old Kamali Tucker Excited For Ag Show

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Mar 2020 13:46:37 +0000

Each year when the Ag Show rolls around Kamali Tucker is filled with excitement, as the 12-year-old likes meeting up with friends and checking out the exhibits and other entertainment, but for this passionate equestrian the real joy is in competing in horse jumping. The Bermuda High School [BHS] student admits the atmosphere at the […]

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FEI Jumping World Challenge Postponed

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 19:15:47 +0000

The third competition of the FEI Jumping World Challenge, as well as the BEF Support Show, both scheduled to be held on Sunday, March 29, have been postponed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Due to the uncertainty surrounding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and in support of the recommendations of the Bermuda […]

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Equestrian: Dressage Championship Cancelled

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 10:00:39 +0000

The 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from August 4 to August 9, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The United States Equestrian Federation announced that the 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from […]

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Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Offered

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:45:34 +0000

Sompo International Holdings has partnered with Traliant to offer discounted sexual harassment prevention training to Sompo International’s qualified commercial management liability clients. The company said, “Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, has partnered with Traliant, a provider of award-winning compliance training, to offer discounted sexual harassment […]

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AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of Argus Group

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 15:05:06 +0000

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating [Long-Term ICR] of “a-” of Argus Insurance Company Limited and Bermuda Life Insurance Company Limited. Both companies are subsidiaries of Argus Group Holdings Limited. Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of Argus Group at “bbb-”. The […]

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AM Best Upgrades Somerset Re Credit Ratings

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 11:00:08 +0000

AM Best has upgraded the Financial Strength Rating to A- [Excellent] from B++ [Good] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “a-” from “bbb+” of Bermuda-based Somerset Reinsurance Ltd. The outlook of these Credit Ratings has been revised to stable from positive. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Somerset Re’s balance […]

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Pensions To Be Paid, Cheques Delivered

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Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 21:19:59 +0000

Pension benefits automatically paid by direct bank deposit will still be made next week as normal and pension cheques will be processed and delivered by mail tomorrow before the island wide lockdown takes place on Saturday morning. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Social Insurance wishes to advise the public of the following: “Pension […]

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Punishers Crowned Bermuda Bowl Champions

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Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 03:25:04 +0000

The Punsher’s and Black Shark$ took to the TN Tatem Middle School Field to play in Bermuda Bowl VIII. In the end the Black Shark$ picked up the big win 25 – 0. The Bermuda Bowl MVP was Kirstin Saltus with 1 interception and 2 sacks. Related Stories Bermuda Flag Football League Underway Arkansas Defeats […]

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“Fish Fry” Postponed Due To Weather Forecast

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Published On :: Sat, 01 Feb 2020 13:00:19 +0000

The Bermuda Transport Museum “Fish Fry”, which was scheduled for this Sunday, has been postponed due to a forecast of inclement weather. The BTA posted on social media stating, “Due to a forecast of high winds & rain this Sunday [Feb 2], the Bermuda Transport Museum ‘Fish Fry’ is postponed. Our new date is Sunday, […]

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Thomas & Tucker To Be Honoured At Dinner

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 14:32:45 +0000

The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will be commemorating Black History Month by honouring two notable Bermudians –  Ruth Thomas and Gil Tucker – on February 29th. A spokesperson said, “Following the success of last year’s events, Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will once again be celebrating Black History Month by honouring two notable Bermudians. “The dinner […]

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HSBC & TEDS Annual Feeding Programme

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Published On :: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 19:00:02 +0000

In partnership with The Eliza DoLittle Society [TEDS], an estimated 400 staff members of HSBC Bermuda are getting set to volunteer to help cook hot meals at St. John’s Church Hall and distribute grocery hampers to members of the community. A spokesperson said, “In partnership with The Eliza DoLittle Society, HSBC Bermuda’s workforce strive to […]

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Meal Pick Up Plan Aimed To Help Restaurants

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:27:58 +0000

In light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative aimed at keeping restaurants operating, with a “plan to have customers order meals online and pick up curbside. ” A spokesperson said, “Today the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative with the assistance of the City of Hamilton and the […]

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Wild Edible Herbal Classes Offered Via Zoom

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 10:26:27 +0000

Wild Herbs N Plants of Bermuda is getting set to hold ‘Wild Edible Herbal Classes’ via Zoom from Sunday, April 26 through Tuesday, April 28. A spokesperson said, “We have been doing our wild edible herbal tours for going on three years now, and many people have asked if we are going to be doing […]

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Former Champion Expected At Ride-Out Event

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Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:31:20 +0000

Steve Plater – former British Superbike Champion, Isle of Man TT winner, and multiple North West 200 and Macau Grand Prix winner – is flying in to participate in Bermuda’s biggest Ride-Out and Auto Show, according to organisers. During his visit to Bermuda, he will take part in the 2019 Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge Charity […]

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Bermuda Charge Event Postponed Until 2021

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 11:42:23 +0000

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Charge 2020 International Road Race has been postponed until 2021. Bermuda Charge: 2020 International Road Race Postponed A spokesperson said, “The unpredictable status of international travel and public gatherings, combined with the disruption Covid-19 has caused for many of our teams and partners, has ultimately brought about […]

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Court: Cruise Passenger Seeks Speedy Trial

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Sep 2018 12:05:12 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A cruise ship passenger who pled not guilty to sexual assault was back in court  hoping to get his trial pushed up to next week. The 27-year-old New Jersey man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, must remain in Bermuda until his case is heard. He is alleged […]

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Court: Man Charged With Sex Assault On Minor

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Published On :: Mon, 29 Oct 2018 20:32:19 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] In Magistrates Court today [Oct 29], a 57-year-old man was charged with multiple sex offences relating to a minor while in a position of trust, with the offences said to have spanned a number of years, back to 2008. The man, who cannot be named at this stage due to legal reasons, is […]

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Sex Offender Management Bill Tabled In Senate

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Published On :: Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:38:26 +0000

A Bill which seeks to “enhance the effective oversight and management of sex offenders” and “establish a sex offender register” was tabled in the Senate on Friday [Nov 9]. The Bill — officially titled the ‘Criminal Code [Sex Offender Management] Amendment Act 2018′ — “seeks to amend the Criminal Code Act 1907 to enhance the […]

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Keri Ebright Dedicates Effort To SOAR

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Published On :: Thu, 24 Jan 2019 13:15:16 +0000

A recent participant in the Bermuda Triangle Challenge dedicated her efforts “in memory of Connie Furtado and in honour of those who SOAR: Survivors Of Abuse and Rape.” Keri Ebright said, “The Bermuda Triangle Challenge is over – my legs feel it. I was grateful to be able to complete the full marathon challenge for […]

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Child Sex Offender Melvin Martin To Be Released

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Published On :: Mon, 04 Feb 2019 22:51:27 +0000

Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons issued a public notice of the “impending release of child sex offender Melvin Edmund Stuart Martin, who will be released from Westgate on 10 February, 2019.” The 33-year-old sex offender was convicted of multiple counts including sexual exploitation of a young person while in a position of trust, making child pornography, […]

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Child Sex Offender To Be Released On Sunday

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Published On :: Sat, 09 Feb 2019 22:45:22 +0000

Child sex offender Melvin Edmund Stuart Martin is scheduled to to be released from prison this Sunday [Feb 10], with the Government having previously issued an advisory of his impending release. The 33-year-old sex offender was convicted of multiple counts including sexual exploitation of a young person while in a position of trust, making child […]

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Court: Minors Sentenced To 5 Years In Prison

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 20:20:38 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess + Updated] “Please just leave the children alone.” That was the earnest plea from Supreme Court Justice Carlisle Greaves as he was sentencing sex offender David Minors to five years in prison for charges including sexual exploitation of a minor by a person in a position of trust and showing the boy […]

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Police Confirm: 60-Year-Old Sandys Man Arrested

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 21:06:55 +0000

The police have confirmed the arrest of a 60-year-old Sandys man in “connection with a sexual assault.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the arrest of a 60-year-old Sandys man in connection with a sexual assault. “He was subsequently released on Police bail and an investigation into the matter is now […]

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Sex Offender Junius Caines To Be Released

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Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2019 10:15:47 +0000

[Updated] The Attorney-General has issued a “public notice of the impending release of sex offender Junius Carman Caines who will be released from Westgate on 24 June, 2019.” “Mr. Caines, a 50-year-old black male who will be residing in Pembroke Parish, was convicted and incarcerated for serious sexual assault,” the Government added. Photo provided by […]

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Child Sex Offender Jomar Caines To Be Released

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Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2019 18:06:49 +0000

The Minister of Legal Affairs and Attorney-General Senator Kathy Lynn Simmons today [Aug 7] issued a public notice of the impending release of child sex offender Jomar Akbar Caines, who will be released from Westgate today. A spokesperson said, “Pursuant to section 329H of the Criminal Code 1907, the Minister is empowered to disclose information […]

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Sex Offender Heman Viera To Be Released

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Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 15:59:22 +0000

Attorney General Kathy Lynn Simmons issued a public notice of the impending release of sex offender Heman Ledrew Viera, who will be released from Westgate on November 8th, 2019. Photo provided by the Ministry: A spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, has today issued a public notice […]

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Pedal For Paralympics Fundraiser On January 12

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Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 11:00:07 +0000

The Bermuda Paralympic Association [BPARAS] will be hosting a charity cycling event dubbed ‘Pedal for Paralympics’ on Sunday, January 12 starting at 9.45am from Dockyard and finishing at Ferry Reach Park. Registration costs $25 if done prior to the event or $30 if done on the day of the event; all participants who raise $100 […]

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Photos & Videos: 2020 Pedal For Paralympics

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Published On :: Sun, 12 Jan 2020 15:19:02 +0000

[Updated] The Bermuda Paralympic Association [BPARAS] is hosting a fundraising cycling event today [Jan 12], with participants riding from Dockyard to Ferry Reach Park to help raise funds for the island’s para-athletes. The event getting underway in Dockyard this morning: The cyclists were joined along part of the route by Paralympian Jessica Lewis, who was […]

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Hopkins Named To Class Of Academic All-Stars

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Published On :: Sun, 29 Mar 2020 09:39:14 +0000

USA Cycling has named the Fall 2019 Class of Academic All-Stars and for the second year in a row, Bermuda’s Kaden Hopkins has made the list. In order to be named to the Academic All-Star class, athletes must compete at one of the USA Cycling National Championships and have a term GPA of at least […]

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Police Urge People To Stop Pedal Cycling

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Published On :: Sun, 05 Apr 2020 18:46:54 +0000

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, there has […]

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471 Pound Bluefin Tuna Caught & Served

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Published On :: Sun, 04 Feb 2018 00:12:17 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] On Friday, a fisherman who caught a huge bluefin tuna in the morning had it served to him at dinner later that night. David Soares says he was by himself in his boat the Kerry D around 10am off of Challenger Banks when he felt a tug on his line. Fish […]

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Collaboration To Reduce Lionfish Population

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Published On :: Tue, 13 Mar 2018 19:10:38 +0000

It is often said that good things come in groups of three, and that might be the case for a trio of research projects aimed at reducing a threat to Bermuda’s marine biodiversity: the invasive lionfish. BIOS said, “While many invasive species disrupt natural ecosystems by spreading disease or competing for food and habitat, lionfish […]

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Fishing In Seasonally Protected Areas Prohibited

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2018 14:38:17 +0000

The Ministry of Home Affairs is reminding commercial and recreational fishers, that fishing in the Seasonally Protected Areas — also known as the “Hind Grounds” and “Grouper Grounds” — will be prohibited from 15 April to 14 August 2018 in order to protect spawning Red Hinds and Black Groupers. “It should also be noted that […]

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Red Hind Aggregation Areas Open For Fishing

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Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2019 15:36:24 +0000

The Red Hind aggregation areas within the seasonally protected areas will be open to fishing from today [Aug 15]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs wishes to advise the public that the Red Hind aggregation areas within the seasonally protected areas will be open to fishing from today [15 August, 2019]. “However, […]

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Relicensing Period For Fishing Vessels Extended

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 18:50:52 +0000

Vessel safety inspections for commercial fishing vessels have been suspended and the relicensing period for commercial fishing vessels has been extended, and the new deadline will be April 30th 2020. A Government spokesperson said, “As a safety measure to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spread, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources is closed to […]

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Scott Barnes Wins On Daytona Motor Speedway

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 31 Dec 2018 15:41:32 +0000

Scott Barnes concluded competing at the World Karting Association’s Daytona Kart Week at the Daytona Motor Speedway, making an excellent showing to finish on top of the podium in the Stock Honda 125 Class during the second day of racing. Barnes clocked an 8 lap winning time of 20:26.765, with his fastest lap being the 7th […]

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Karting Race Day Called Off Due To High Winds

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Published On :: Sun, 05 Jan 2020 15:30:49 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club announced that racing today [Jan 5] has been cancelled due to the high winds. In a post on social media, the Club said, “Due to today’s high winds, Race Day #5 has been cancelled. We will resume Race Day #6 next Sunday January 12th.” The Bermuda Weather Service issued a Gale […]

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19 Invited To Bid On Airport Solar Development

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 03 Feb 2017 16:41:15 +0000

The RFQ process for the solar project at the airport finger yielded 29 submissions, 19 met the criteria and were invited to bid, with the project attracting potential bidders from Bermuda, Canada, Spain, USA, Germany, UK and Australia. This was stated by the Minister of Economic Development Dr Grant Gibbons in the House of Assembly […]

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RA Seek Feedback On Solar Net Metering

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:39:31 +0000

The Regulatory Authority said they recently intervened in the electricity market with regard to solar net metering, via the issuance of an Emergency General Determination in relation to BELCO. “As part of this process, the Authority is now consulting on solar net metering and invites comments and input from the public and all interested parties,” the RA […]

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Solar Panels Installed At Museum In Dockyard

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Published On :: Wed, 24 May 2017 00:33:22 +0000

UK-based renewable energy investment company Low Carbon, the official renewable energy partner to Land Rover BAR, announced the completion of a partnership project to install solar panels at the National Museum of Bermuda, thereby reducing the museum’s carbon emissions. The solar panel installation was funded through a partnership with Low Carbon, Land Rover BAR and […]

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Solar Panels Installed At Washington Mall

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Published On :: Tue, 10 Oct 2017 14:00:09 +0000

An investment in solar energy will help tenants at Bermuda’s premier shopping mall and office complex save money, Washington Properties said today. As part of a major upgrade of Washington Mall, owners Washington Properties are installing bi-facial solar panels on the roof of one of their buildings. Paul Slaughter, Director and General Manager of Washington Properties […]

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Consultation On Feed-In Tariff Methodology

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Published On :: Sun, 29 Apr 2018 23:12:20 +0000

Consultation on the method to calculate the rate paid to Renewable Energy Metering Scheme participants is underway, the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda announced today. The Feed-in Tariff is paid by BELCO to compensate people who are connected to the electricity network and who generate electricity via renewable energy systems such as solar panels and wind […]

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BELCO Ordered To Pay Distributed Generators

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Published On :: Sun, 19 Aug 2018 21:48:11 +0000

[Updated] BELCO has been ordered by the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [the Authority] to pay all distributed generators for the electricity they feed-in to the BELCO grid according to RA officials. A spokesperson said, “Until now, some consumers who feed-in their excess power from distributed generation to BELCO’s grid have not yet been paid. Payment […]

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