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The Government plans to eradicate the problem of feral chickens on the Island by 2015.
Minister of Public Works Michael Weeks said “an Integrated Pest Management Plan” had been developed to fix the problem.
At the press conference, the minister said...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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Work is being done to increase the height of two crosswalks in Hamilton as a safety measure for pedestrians.
Crossings on North Street and Dundonald Street are in the process of being raised, the City of Hamilton announced yesterday.
Weather permitti...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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A hike in pension contributions will take a little more out of pay cheques, effective this month.
According to Department of Social Insurance, the new weekly rate has increased from $60.80 to $64.14 — divided equally between employer and employee at ...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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The US has handed over a cheque for more than $600,000 to Bermuda for its help in stopping an illegal internet pharmacy operation.
US Consul General Grace Shelton presented Premier Paula Cox with a cheque for $672,225 in a Cabinet Office ceremony yes...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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The Supreme Court’s overturning of two public school principal transfers has been hailed by the Bermuda Public Services Union as a breakthrough for greater dialogue.
Chief Justice Ian Kawaley ruled that the Ministry of Education broke with an expecte...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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Education
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Crowds of bargain hunters packed White & Sons Ltd yesterday as the store opened to clear its inventory.
But long lines caused by a lack of open cash registers sent many customers out frustrated and empty-handed.
And while customers waded through long...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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Owain Johnston-Barnes
Bermuda Public Services Union says it has a duty to advocate for migrant workers even if they’re not union members.
President Kevin Grant said foreign workers considering moving to Bermuda can learn their labour rights and other key information throu...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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Tim Smith
A 32-year-old man with a history of swearing at police was yesterday jailed for 30 days after he committed the offence again.
Michael Douglas was told the sentence would run concurrently with the three-month term he’s already serving for threatening ...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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Bermuda could regain its place as a tourism industry leader within the next three years, according to veteran hotelier Mike Winfield.
But the single most important factor for a successful rebirth is everyone working together.
Mr Winfield, who retires...
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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An Opposition proposal to introduce “crime mapping” to Bermuda was last night dismissed by the ruling party.
But the One Bermuda Alliance hit back saying that the Government was presiding over “the worst period of violent crime” in Bermuda’s history....
DATE: Aug 16, 2012
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Politics
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