ECONOMY
Pink Beach construction works to get underway following groundbreaking
On Saturday, Premier Michael Dunkley, Tourism Minister Shawn Crockwell, and Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy attended an informal groundbreaking at the Pink Beach Club.
'5 reasons why we should host 2017 America's Cup' - Bermuda vs. San Diego
Candidates to host the America's Cup in 2017 are down to Bermuda and San Diego. Bermuda Sun's Don Burgess and San Diego U-T's Bill Center state their respective cases.
Casino lessons from Atlantic City
Ardent casino supporters concede that a casino, if legislation passes and one is built here, would not be a panacea to the island's economic woes.
Economic report: Cargo on the move
Freight container volumes have increased after hitting a 15 year low last year.
Economic report: 'Grey tsunami’ looms - and you’ll be picking up the tab
Bermuda's populace is getting older - a fact that will have significant implications for the future economic health of the island.
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The long road to economic recovery
There are some signs of economic recovery in Bermuda but the way back from the recession will continue to be a slow and arduous trek.
Don't make us pay for grocery bags, say public
Survey: Nearly two thirds of voters (64.3%) are opposed to any moves to charge a small price for bags at grocery shops if they do not bring their own.
Ombudsman Victoria Pearman issues 2013 annual report
Ombudsman for Bermuda Victoria Pearman on Friday announced that the Annual Report for 2013 will be available on June 30.
Grocery discount meeting ‘fruitful’
Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy described discussions at a stakeholder meeting regarding the future of the grocery store discount initiative as, "fruitful and frank."
Tax break ‘sends right message to developers’
Plans to give tax breaks to boost major development projects in Bermuda have been welcomed by construction firms.
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Minister: We’ll work with grocers on continuing discounts
Minister Michael Fahy on Wednesday said that his ministry will work with grocery stores to encourage more affordable options for grocery shoppers.
Survey: voters rate economic conditions as ‘only fair’
More than half of all voters rate current economic conditions as only fair, while nearly 4 in 10 rate them as poor, according to a Profiles of Bermuda survey.
Dunkley: No turning back on gambling referendum
Premier Michael Dunkley on Friday said the House will move forward in approving gambling for Bermuda and there was no need for a referendum.
Too many broken promises for St Georgians
The Club Med site in St George’s has been plagued by false dawns and broken promises in recent time.
Casino plan: Don't bet on it - yet
Senior St George's figures have urged caution over the announcement of a potential hotel and casino development in the Old Town.
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