ENVIRONMENT
KBB given annual grant by Ministry of Public Works
The Ministry of Public Works on Thursday awarded an annual grant of $61,000 to the KBB to support programmes that reduce littering and illegal dumping.
Falling Off the Rock is a soaring success
Bermuda's image as a destination for the young and adventurous will take a giant leap on Saturday as the fourth annual Falling off the Rock cliff jumping gathering kicks off.
Sweltering on the bus
A total of 18 of the fleet of 112 buses have defective climate control leading to safety fears as drivers wilt in the heat, Raymond Hainey reported on Friday.
Are we poisoning the reefs?
Up to a million gallons of raw sewage is pumped into the sea around Bermuda each day, according to a blueprint for a greener Bermuda published on Tuesday.
New fee to protect dwindling marlin stocks
A new $450 licence to help environmental watchdogs police catches of threatened species by sport fisherman has been introduced.
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Relocation aims to save endangered killifish
A total of 49 killifish were relocated from Evan's Pond in Southampton to a pond at Riddell's Bay in a bid to save the endangered species.
Recycling efforts paying off
Government announced on Wednesday that crushed glass from recycling is being used in construction projects.
Cameras to show us a turtle-eye-view
For the first time in Bermuda scientists are able to watch green turtles interact and feed in their natural environment - using video cameras strapped to the animals' backs.
Islander hopes to bring solar powered car to Bda
Crystal Simmons hopes to bring the first solar-powered kit car to Bermuda by the end of the year.
Thousands without power after BELCO engines fail
Thousands were left without power on Sunday after two load sheds were triggered at BELCO's Central Plant.
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BELCO: Power cuts were not deliberate
BELCO's president on Monday called accusations that recent power cuts were deliberate 'preposterous and irresponsible'. BELCO is investigating the cause of the outages.
Ever seen a jackfruit in Bermuda?
A rare tree has borne fruit on the island, it was reported in the Bermuda Sun on Friday.
Preparation work begins on fenced dog parks
Clearing work has begun on the first of the island's three proposed dog parks, Simon Jones reported on Friday.
Rescued dog Venom dies
Neglected pit bull Venom, whose story captured hearts last year, has died at the SPCA after developing serious intestinal problems and a heart condition.
Stink over beach toilets subsides after clean up
Restroom facilities at Clearwater Beach have been "atrocious" for much of the summer, an angry local said on Tuesday.
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