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Police: 25-Year-Old Man Dies After Being Stabbed

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2018 05:07:16 +0000

[Updated] A man was rushed to King Edward Memorial Hospital early this morning [Aug 27] after being stabbed during an incident in Southampton, according to police. Police Media Relations Manager Dwayne Caines said, “The Bermuda Police Service responded to a report of an incident that took place at 12:10am on Monday outside of Southampton Rangers […]

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Video: Police Confirm Death Of Danshun Swann

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2018 15:36:12 +0000

[Updated] The police held a press conference this afternoon [Aug 27] regarding the fatal stabbing of 25-year-old Danshun Swann early this morning in Southampton. Earlier today, Police Media Relations Manager Dwayne Caines said, “The Bermuda Police Service responded to a report of an incident that took place at 12:10am on Monday outside of Southampton Rangers Sports Club. “Upon police […]

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Two Men Arrested, Released On Police Bail

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 31 Aug 2018 19:53:42 +0000

The two men that were arrested in connection with the murder of 25-year-old Danshun Swann were released on police bail on Thursday evening, the police have confirmed. Mr Swann was fatally stabbed during a fight involving a group of males outside Southampton Rangers Sports Club on August 27th. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police […]

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Mother: ‘Please Help Police To Find The Killers’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 20:03:15 +0000

Crime Stoppers Bermuda released a video as part of their appeal for witnesses or information regarding the murder of Taylor Grier, and Taylor’s mother has urged everyone to “help the police to find the killers of our young men” as “there should be no more mothers having to bear this pain.” In July of this […]

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Police Confirm: Man Dies Following Shooting

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:02:07 +0000

[Updated with video] A 33-year-old man has died following a shooting in the Rambling Lane area in Pembroke early this morning [Dec 10], the police have confirmed. Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said, “Police and other first responders attended a report of a firearms incident that took place outside of a residence on Rambling Lane […]

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Video: Murder Victim Named, Man Arrested

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 10 Dec 2018 20:47:38 +0000

[Updated: Police have identified the murder victim as 33-year-old Paul Johnson, and confirmed that a 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting.] The police are holding a press conference this afternoon [Dec 10] regarding the fatal shooting this morning. “Police and other first responders attended a report of a firearms incident […]

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Video: Police On Murder Of Ronniko Burchall

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 30 Dec 2018 21:04:41 +0000

[Updated] The police are holding a press conference this afternoon [Dec 30] on the shooting of a 30-year-old man in St David’s. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 5.09pm: The police have confirmed the shooting victim, 30-year old Ronniko Burchall, has died. The police […]

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Victim’s Mother: ‘The Pain Is Indescribable’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 26 Jan 2019 13:30:41 +0000

The “pain is indescribable,” Keishaye Steede said in her victim impact statement which read out in court after her son’s killers were convicted in Nottingham Crown Court in England. Lyrico Steede was only 17-years-old when he was murdered by a group of teenagers in England last year. The five teenagers were sentenced yesterday, with the […]

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Murder Victim’s Mother Appeals For Peace

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 02:00:22 +0000

The mother of Lyrico Steede has spoken out on the one year anniversary of his attack, thanking god for helping to sustain her over the past year and saying how blessed she was to have shared 17 years with her son. Keishaye Steede also said her “heart goes out to the families enduring the same, if not […]

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Police Appeal: Information On Taylor Grier Murder

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2019 01:07:54 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is renewing the appeal for information regarding the murder of Taylor Grier, who was fatally shot on Court Street in Pembroke on July 27th, 2018. Crime Stoppers video appeal released in October 2018: A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Grier was fatally shot on Friday 27th July 2018, one year ago […]

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Police Investigation Into Murder Continues

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Dec 2019 18:19:49 +0000

The police are reminding the public that the investigation into the murder of Paul Johnson is still an active enquiry, and are urging anyone with any information to please come forward. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service reminds the public that the investigation into the murder of Paul Johnson is still an active enquiry. […]

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Police: Please Do Not Pass Video Clips On

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 29 Dec 2019 15:54:55 +0000

Noting they are aware of videos circulating showing the “incident which claimed the life of Ronniko Burchall,” the police have urged people to not pass the videos on, and to contact the police or CrimeStoppers if you have information about the murder. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of two video […]

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Police: No Homicides Were Recorded In 2019

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 16:14:50 +0000

Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley today advised that “2019 was the first time in over 20 years that no homicides were recorded in Bermuda, with the belief that this position could actually be even longer subject to examination of archive crime records.” Commissioner Corbishley stated: “2019 saw tremendous work by the BPS and the Government’s Anti-Gang […]

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Police Execute Warrant After Shooting Incident

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 22:58:16 +0000

Following this morning’s shooting, police executed a warrant at a residence in Pembroke, with three people taken into custody – two were released at the scene and the third individual was arrested and released on police bail. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that following this morning’s shooting incident, police officers […]

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Police Execute Warrants, Two Men Arrested

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 13:21:23 +0000

Police executed two warrants at separate residences in Pembroke, with a 23-year-old man arrested in connection with the armed robbery at Gold Standard, while an 18-year-old male was arrested in relation to the shooting of a 22-year-old man on Happy Valley Lane on February 13th. A police spokesperson said, “At around 4:30 pm on Tuesday […]

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Police Warn About Fake MarketPlace Website

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 21:15:16 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning the public about a fake website claiming to represent The MarketPlace that is “deceiving residents with an alleged $250 gift card giveaway.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a fake website claiming to represent The MarketPlace that is deceiving residents with an alleged […]

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Police Warn Public About Fake Websites

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 17:23:06 +0000

Police are warning the public about fake websites that “offer enticing promotions which require the entrant to provide their credit card details or other personal information,” with fake websites purporting to be connected with both MarketPlace and Lindo’s attempting to scam people. A police spokesperson said, “Members of the public are strongly advised to be wary […]

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Police Confirm: Man Dies Following Shooting

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 11:59:33 +0000

The police have confirmed that one of the men who was shot yesterday afternoon has died. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the death of 28-year-old Clarke Fox. “Mr. Fox succumbed to injuries sustained in a firearms attack shortly before 2:45 pm yesterday, Tuesday March 17th, at the corner of Court […]

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Police: Be Wary Of Counterfeit BDA $100 Notes

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:25:08 +0000

The police are advising residents to “be vigilant regarding counterfeit BDA $100 notes” noting that one of the counterfeit notes was recently tendered at a local bank. A police spokesperson said, “Residents are advised to be vigilant regarding counterfeit BDA $100 notes. “One of these counterfeit notes was recently tendered at a local bank. The counterfeit […]

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Police Warn About “Mystery Shopper” Scam

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 19:01:06 +0000

The police have warned people that the ‘mystery shopper’ scam —  which tries to lures social media users by offering purported employment as a mystery shopper — has resurfaced, with the police urging residents to be wary of it. A police spokesperson said, “It appears the so called “mystery shopper” scam has resurfaced and the […]

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Two Corrections Officers Have Been Arrested

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 22:15:43 +0000

Minister of National Security Wayne Caines today [March 26] confirmed that two Corrections Officers were arrested and are in police custody. Minister Caines said, “I have been advised of the arrest of two officers who were allegedly attempting to convey illicit substances into the Bermuda Department of Corrections, Farm Facility. “The matter is currently being […]

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Police Warn About Fake Website Phishing Scam

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2020 12:17:17 +0000

The police are warning about a “fake website claiming to represent cellular and internet services company Digicel Bermuda.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service has been made aware of a fake website claiming to represent cellular and internet services company Digicel Bermuda, inviting individuals to participate in a survey, pay a delivery charge […]

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Corbishley: Man ‘Deliberately Coughed On’ Police

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:19:20 +0000

[Updated] Four police officers had to be quarantined after being “deliberately coughed on” by a person they arrested, Police Commissioner Stephen Corbishley said. In a video posted on his social media account, Commissioner Corbishley said, “Quite a serious incident last night when four BPS officers involved in the arrest and transportation of an individual back to […]

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Police: Advice On How To Avoid Scammers

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:39:49 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service recently had a Q&A with Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro on the issue of potential scams, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Q: Why is this pandemic an opportunity for scammers and criminals? A: Unfortunately, criminals are very opportunistic. They see a vulnerable population out there that they can prey upon. People may […]

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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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Court: Man Denies Coughing On Police

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 12:22:41 +0000

A Pembroke man is out on bail after pleading not guilty to coughing on police officers. Taahir Augustus, 26, was charged with two counts of assault as well as driving while impaired, and failing to give an officer a sample of breath when asked. Mr Augustus was pulled over in Paget for suspicion of being […]

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Police Investigating Credit Card Fraud Incidents

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:43:56 +0000

The Bermuda Police Service’s Financial Crime Unit is investigating credit card fraud, with at least three establishments reporting that goods were purchased locally using stolen credit card information, resulting in losses of approximately $15,000. A police spokesperson said, “Financial Crime Unit is currently investigating credit card fraud that occurred earlier this year, prior to shelter […]

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Police Confirm: Man Shot In Warwick

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 22:03:11 +0000

[Updating] Police can be seen in the Warwick area this evening [May 8], with crime scene tape visible, and unofficial information indicating that there was a shooting. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 7.05pm: A police spokesperson said, “Police are investigating a confirmed firearms incident which occurred […]

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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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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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Technical Appendix to Air Demand in a Dynamic Competitive Context with the Automobile

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 18:20:12 GMT

This technical appendix from the TRB Airport Cooperative Research Program, ACRP Web-Only Document 38: Technical Appendix to Air Demand in a Dynamic Competitive Context with the Automobile , supplements ACRP Research Report 204: Air Demand in a Dynamic Competitive Context with the Automobile with more detailed documentation of the research effort, including greater technical detail on the analytical models created for the research and their application.


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TRB Webinar: Load-Carrying Geosynthetic-Reinforced Bridge Abutments

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 21:00:27 GMT

Construction of load-carrying geosynthetic-reinforced bridge abutments are surging worldwide. The design directly supports the load of bridge girders without the need of deep foundation. TRB is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM Eastern that will provide an overview, comparison, and discussion of methodologies used in the design of such bridge abutments. They have the potential of alleviating the “bump at the bridge,” expediting construction, and requiring comparatively smal...


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TRB Straight to Recording for All: Landscape Design Practices for Roadside Water Management

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 05:40:06 GMT

TRB released a straight-to-recording series in April that presents highlights and findings of the NCHRP Domestic Scan 16-02 on Landscape Design Practices for Roadside Water Management . This scan investigated how transportation agencies are applying principles and practices of green infrastructure (GI) for roadside water management to mitigate adverse impacts of flooding, drought, and temperature extremes affecting their infrastructure. The videos are available on-demand at no charge. Presenters: Garrett...


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Featured Centennial Paper: Bicycle Transportation Committee

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 06:39:14 GMT

The TRB Standing Technical Committee on Bicycle Transportation has been in existence for about 45 years, founded in 1974 as the Bicycling and Bicycles Committee. We had an early name change to the Committee on Bicycling and Bicycle Facilities shortly after our birth and became the Bicycle Transportation Committee in 1996. The committee's existence closely parallels the history of bicycle transportation research in the United States. Very little was done prior to the mid-1970s, when a surge of interest in...


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Guidebook for Assessing Collaborative Planning Efforts Among Airport and Public Planning Agencies

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 11:50:20 GMT

Public-use airports, metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), and local land-use/ transportation planning agencies all have independent yet interrelated planning processes bound by legal and policy requirements to ensure compatibility. This means that they should work cooperatively to solve joint transportation challenges in the most effective and efficient manner. The TRB Airport Cooperative Research Program's ACRP Research Report 216: Guidebook for Assessing Collaborative Planning Efforts Among Airp...


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Bicyclist Facility Preferences and Effects on Increasing Bicycle Trips

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 05:20:34 GMT

Cyclists and noncyclists have a wide range of perceptions of on-street bicycling facility designs — including sharrows, bike lanes, and buffered bike lanes — along a variety of roadway types, with and without curbside automobile parking. The TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program's NCHRP Research Report 941: Bicyclist Facility Preferences and Effects on Increasing Bicycle Trips provides insights from communities where on-road cycling for transportation is less common, particularly in the South...


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Buy America Requirements for Federal Highway Projects

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 11:55:49 GMT

The Federal Highway Administration's “Buy America Act” requires federally funded highway projects to use only steel, iron, and manufactured products produced in the United States. The TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program's NCHRP LRD 80: Buy America Requirements for Federal Highway Projects summarizes the intent and application of the provision. It also summarizes the procedure that FHWA has implemented for granting waivers and the impact that court interpretation of such waivers has had on t...


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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 093: We’re Sick of the Beer Flu

By www.weerdworld.com
Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 08:49:25 +0000

Hello Internet! In This Episode: Erin and Weer’d talk (briefly!) about the COVID-19 cancellations, but more extensively about Florida Gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum and his, shall we say, interesting night in a South Beach Hotel; the Other Staffers are dealing … Continue reading →


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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 094: Sure Would Be Nice To Have A Gun Now, Wouldn’t It?

By www.weerdworld.com
Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 09:00:55 +0000

Hello Internet! In This Episode: Erin and Weer’d talk about the ammo and gun shortage in reaction to COVID-19, as well as an innovative strategy for keeping people working and happy; David tells us how to swage your own bullets; … Continue reading →


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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 096: Weer’d Won’t Play Magic With Erin

By www.weerdworld.com
Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 09:00:37 +0000

Hello Internet! In This Episode: Erin and Weer’d talk about some of the latest restrictions due to the COVID-19 lockdown, and then discuss how it’s affected the latest Magic: the Gathering expansion; David talks about some of the challenges you … Continue reading →


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Existing and Emerging Highway Infrastructure Preservation, Maintenance, and Renewal Definitions, Practices, and Scenarios

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:45:15 GMT

The National Cooperative Highway Research Program's NCHRP Web-Only Document 272: Existing and Emerging Highway Infrastructure Preservation, Maintenance, and Renewal Definitions, Practices, and Scenarios provides appendices to NCHRP Report 750, Volume 7: Preservation, Maintenance, andRenewal of Highway Infrastructure .


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RFP: Homelessness: A Guide for Public Transportation

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:43:45 GMT

TRB's Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) has issued a request for proposals to develop a guide for public transportation agencies and concerned stakeholders on effective approaches and best practices that are responsive to people who are experiencing homelessness. This project is intended to help public transportation agencies preserve the quality of their services and facilities, while respecting the rights and mobility needs of people experiencing homelessness, including the need for safe plac...


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UNWTO Predict $30 – $50B Global Tourism Loss

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 16:00:04 +0000

The COVID-19 outbreak may cause an “estimated loss of $30 to 50 billion in international tourism receipts,” the United Nations World Tourism Organization [UNWTO] said, with Asia and the Pacific likely to be the worst affected regions. A statement from the global organisation said, “UNWTO has revised its 2020 prospects for international tourist arrivals to […]

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‘Fast-Moving, Difficult-To-Predict Developments’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 18:54:51 +0000

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], which is conducting a work-from-home trial today [March 17], has commented on the impact of the  global coronavirus pandemic, saying it presents “a cycle of fast-moving, difficult-to-predict developments.” An email sent out by BTA Interim CEO Glenn Jones said, “By now you will have seen the Bermuda government’s coronavirus travel […]

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American Airlines Suspend All Bermuda Flights

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:04:09 +0000

Further flight-service reductions for Bermuda were announced by American Airlines [AA], Delta Air Lines, and British Airways [BA], the BTA confirmed today. The BTA said: AA has suspended all service to Bermuda through May 6 Delta will suspend flights from New York [JFK] and Boston March 21–24, but maintain daily service to/from Atlanta BA has […]

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BTA: ‘Help Us Measure The Economic Impact’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:55:36 +0000

The Bermuda Tourism Authority is calling all Bermuda businesses to help them assess the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on local businesses. A spokesperson said, “Are you a business owner or manager? If so, we need your help. “The Bermuda Tourism Authority, Chamber of Commerce, Bermuda Economic Development Corporation and Bermuda Employers Council are working […]

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Carnival Cruise Line Extends Pause In Service

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 14:42:36 +0000

Carnival Cruise Line said they will phase in a resumption in their North American service beginning on August 1 with eight ships from Miami, Port Canaveral and Galveston, and pause operations in all other North American and Australian markets through August 31. A statement from the company said, “Carnival Cruise Line issued the following update to […]

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Hearing: The State of the Aviation Industry: Examining the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 07:50:59 GMT

The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a hearing on May 6, 2020.


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TRB Webinar: Traffic Trends and Safety in a COVID-19 World

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 07:42:39 GMT

In the days of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), we are seeing a reduction in overall traffic volumes and crash-related injuries and fatalities. What are the nuances of this situation, and what lessons can we learn to advance transportation safety research and practice? TRB is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM Eastern that will explore the impacts of COVID-19 on traffic crashes and overall highway safety conditions. This webinar is cosponsored by the Pacific Southwest Regio...


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Collision Causes Traffic Delays In Paget

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 12:40:05 +0000

Traffic delays are expected in Paget this morning [Jan 8] due to a collision on Middle Road. A Police spokesperson said, “There is a two vehicle collision at the junction of Frith Farm Road and Middle Road in Paget. Traffic delays are expected. Westbound traffic is now being diverted onto Harbour Road via Manse Road.” […]

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