ANNOUNCEMENTS
Public urged to conserve water
The Ministry of Works and Engineering encourages members of the public to make every effort to conserve water at this time. Additionally, residents should monitor tank levels regularly to determine if and when they will require water.
War vets urged to check list of names
The Ministry of Works and Engineering is making a final appeal to all veterans who served in the First World War and Second World War to ensure that their names are included on the new War Memorial that is under construction on the grounds of Cabinet Office.
Principal's remarks at the Berkeley Institute prize giving
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30: Thanks to all of you for your presence here this morning.Throughout this academic year the school team, and in particular our Year Heads and Advisors, have ensured that all of our students know our school’s Mission Statement.
E-waste drop-off location moved to Marsh Folly
TUESDAY, JULY 6: E-Waste Recycling Day will be held on Saturday, July 10, from 9am to 5pm. Because of major work that is currently underway at that facility, the E-Waste drop-off location has been changed to the Marsh Folly Compound.
Works and Engineering closures on Wednesday
TUESDAY, JULY 6: Members of the public are advised that on Wednesday, July 7, 2010, the Ministry of Works and Engineering will be holding its Annual Summer Fun Day team building initiative at Clearwater Beach, Southside, St. David’s, from noon onwards.
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U.S. Consulate announces fee increases
TUESDAY, JULY 6: The U.S. Department of State is raising fees associated with passport and immigrant visa services to meet the increasing cost of delivering consular services.
East end trash collection interrupted
TUESDAY, JULY 6: The Ministry of Works and Engineering advises that there has been an interruption in residential waste collection in the EASTERN zones today.
Tynes Bay closes for one week
TUESDAY, JULY 6: The Ministry of Works and Engineering wishes to advise the public that effective Wednesday, July 7, 2010, the Tynes Bay Waste-to-Energy Facility will be closed for approximately one week due to an equipment malfunction.
A dozen outlets back Media Council
THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2010: A dozen media outlets are now behind the establishment of the self-regulating Bermuda Media Council. The initiative was launched by our five entities — Inter-island Communications, DeFontes Broadcasting, Bermuda Broadcasting, the Bermuda Sun and The Royal Gazette.
Petsafe heated pet beds recalled
FRIDAY, JULY 9: Radio Systems Corporation of Knoxville, Tennessee, has issued a recall of power adapters for heated pet beds because of a potential fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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Statement regarding allegations of assault by police officers
FRIDAY, JULY 9: I speak to you in my role as Service Discipline Officer and I wish to make a few statements in relation to the allegations being made by Troy Smith in today’s Royal Gazette and on the ZBM news last night.
New roundabout in Hamilton parish
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21: The Ministry of Works and Engineering advises the motoring public that effective today, the new roundabout at the junction of Wilkinson Avenue and North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish has been put into operation.
Cup Match trash collection schedule
FRIDAY, JULY 23: The Waste Management Section of the Ministry of Works and Engineering advises that the schedule for household garbage and recycling collection will change over the Cup Match public holiday.
Cup Match marine advisory
TUESDAY, JULY 27: The Bermuda Police Service Marine Unit would like to remind the boating public to take the necessary precautions while exercising care and caution during the Cup Match weekend.
BELCO oil spill update
TUESDAY, AUGUST 3: BELCO has given top priority to cleaning up a neighbouring property following Sunday’s 600-700 gallon oily water spill.
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