Bermuda News Updates

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- KATHRYN ELIZABETH HIGHE ofPEMBROKE Parish (Divorced) andANDREW THOMAS CORREIA ofSMITH’S Parish (Divorced)

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: HAFID JAMES & MELISSA LEVY

April 3, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- HAFID TYRONE JAMES ofDEVONSHIRE Parish (Single) andMELISSA SHERRIE LEVY ofWARWICK Parish (Divorced)

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: STEPHANIE ALTIER & JONATHAN PASTORE

April 3, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- STEPHANIE LYNN ALTIER ofVermyn, PennsylvaniaU.S.A. (Single) andJONATHAN RALPH PASTORE ofVermyn, PennsylvaniaU.S.A. (Single)

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Photos: Humpback Whales In Bermuda Waters

April 3, 2025

March and April see humpback whales traveling to their more northern feeding grounds, often passing by Bermuda as they do, with the photos below capturing some of their activity. A Government spokesperson previously said, “As humpback whales travel from the warm Caribbean waters to their northern feeding grounds in North America, Greenland, and Iceland, Bermuda’s […]

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DailyMale Clinic Awaits Arrival Of Screening Van

April 3, 2025

[Written by Patrick Bean] The DailyMale Men’s Health Clinic is anxiously awaiting the arrival of a purpose-built van for use as a mobile health clinic. Among items revealed in the charity’s first annual report were details regarding the purchase of a customised vehicle from overseas at a cost of a little more than $66,000. The […]

Bernews / News

Hospital Updates On Available Bed Capacity

April 3, 2025

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] today provided an update on their available bed capacity. CEO & President, Scott Pearman comments: “Following the initial crisis, our surge response included opening up additional space and doubling patients in two of the larger ACW acute care unit rooms on each floor. A really big thank you to our staff […]

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Miles Outerbridge Wins 100m And 200m Races

April 3, 2025

Miles Outerbridge delivered a sensational performance at the Florida State University Relays High School Track and Field Meet, winning both the 100m and the 200m races. Competing for Montverde Academy, Miles Outerbridge claimed first place the 100m in a time of 10.47, and also race to victory in the 200m in a time of 20.83. […]

News / Royal Gazette

Government keeps wary eye on Trump tariffs

April 3, 2025

The Trump Administration has made good on its vow with a salvo of tariffs against trade partners as well as rivals of the United States.
Bermuda features on the list of Donald Trump’s “reciprocal” tar…

Marmoush and Strand Larsen solid options to replace injured Haaland

April 3, 2025

Premier League action returned midweek, amid news that Manchester City star striker Erling Haaland will be on the sidelines for between five and seven weeks with an ankle injury.
Fantasy managers will…

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For April 3 2025

April 3, 2025

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 3] include notification of planning applications registered. List of Planning Applications Advertised on April 3, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0349/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 03 April, 2025 The applications shown below are available […]

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Govt Launch Cost Of Living Website And Survey

April 3, 2025

The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched www.costofliving.gov.bm and a public survey, stating that “responses will directly inform policy development and the Government’s approach to addressing cost drivers such as food prices, energy costs, and housing affordability.” A Government spokesperson said, “As Bermuda continues to confront the global and local pressures of inflation and affordability, […]

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Public Service Welcomes Six New Apprentices

April 3, 2025

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has welcomed six new apprentices into its Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Programme, an “initiative designed to train Bermudians for technical and hard-to-fill roles within the Public Service.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Public Service is committed to investing in new talent to develop a first-class workforce. “The new recruits […]

Arman Newton steps up Cedarberry Bowl title bid

April 3, 2025

Arman Newton carded the lowest round to move within four shots of leader Oliver Betschart in the penultimate round of the Cedarberry Bowl at Tucker’s Point Golf Club on Thursday.
Newton (155) shot a t…

Fifteen Bermudian women attend conference in Dubai

April 3, 2025

Bermuda took centre stage last week as Tinee Furbert, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, led a delegation at the International Women’s Leadership Conference in Dubai.
The event was hos…

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Asia Hollis Leads Wheaton College To Victory

April 3, 2025

Tennis player Asia Hollis continued her impressive form, securing another two victories to lead her Wheaton College women’s tennis team to a 7-0 victory over Clark University in New England Women’s & Men’s Athletic Conference play. Hollis teamed up with Laila Haraj-Sai in the number two doubles spot, where they delivered a decisive 6-0 triumph […]

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Government Statement On New USA Tariffs

April 3, 2025

The 10% tariff listed for Bermuda by the Trump administration “is not expected to have any significant direct impact on Bermuda, as the island exports very few goods” the government said today, however they added that while the USA’s new tariff regime “may not have a significant direct impact, its impact on other jurisdictions and […]

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OUTBermuda Announces 2025 Pride Theme

April 3, 2025

OUTBermuda announced the theme for 2025 Bermuda Pride will be “Pride is Protest. Pride is Power. Pride is Us.” A spokesperson said, “OUTBermuda has announced the official theme for Bermuda Pride 2025: “Pride is Protest. Pride is Power. Pride is Us.” Since its inception in 2019, Bermuda Pride has become an annual tradition—an opportunity for Bermudians […]

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Bermudian Women Attend Conference In Dubai

April 3, 2025

Minister Tinee Furbert recently led a delegation of 15 Bermudian women to the International Women’s Leadership Conference in Dubai. A Government spokesperson said, “The event was hosted by African business leader Madame Ibukun Awosika. Under the theme “Women in Leadership: Living the Dream,” the 2025 conference welcomed over 600 influential women from around the world, including […]

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Column: Nesbitt On Electricity, Billing & More

April 3, 2025

[Opinion column written by the FDM’s Ricardo Nesbitt] If you’ve noticed your BELCO bill creeping up again, you’re not alone. Another fuel adjustment rate increase has been approved, adding more pressure to households and businesses already struggling to keep up. Global fuel prices have actually dropped over the last year. Diesel is cheaper. Heavy fuel […]

News / Royal Gazette

Furbert, Wolffe share progress on youth policy

April 3, 2025

Bermuda’s youth will soon be able to elect other young people to represent their interests, the chairman of the National Youth Policy working group said today.
Theo Wolffe said the National Youth Coun…

Government / Official Gazette

List of Planning Applications Advertised on April 3, 2025

April 3, 2025

The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal (https://planningenergov.gov.bm/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService#/home), or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm week days at the Department of Planning, 5th Floor, Dame Lois Browne Evans Building, 58 Court Street, Hamilton HM 12. Any person wishing to object must do so within 14 days of the date advertised.

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Weather Forecast For Friday April 4

April 3, 2025

Friday, April 4 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7.03am and sunset will be at […]

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Bermuda Is Love ‘LoveLocalFood’ Campaign

April 3, 2025

This April, Bermuda Is Love is launching the #LoveLocalFood campaign to highlight the importance of Bermuda’s local food system. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Is Love invites you to reflect on the meaning of food, the land that sustains us, and the future we want to build. Food is not just a commodity; it is the […]

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AXA XL Announces Bermuda Office Promotions

April 3, 2025

AXA XL has announced the promotions of Kaisey Blackman, Charmaine Cann, Keisha Eve, Carla George, Rical Showers, and Laurie Thompson in its Bermuda office, effective April 1. Kaisey Blackman, Charmaine Cann, Carla George and Rical Showers A spokesperson said, “AXA XL is pleased to announce the promotions of the following employees in its Bermuda office […]

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Minister Rabain Addresses Planning Concerns

April 3, 2025

Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain addressed stakeholders’ concerns about improving Bermuda’s planning system. Minister Rabain said, “Since being appointed Minister on March 7, I have been struck by the volume and urgency of planning-related concerns that have come my way. “I’ve received emails, WhatsApp messages, and countless conversations with people […]

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Dave Morgan Named Next Deputy Governor

April 3, 2025

Governor Andrew Murdoch announced the appointment of Mr. Dave Morgan as the next Deputy Governor of Bermuda. A Government House spokesperson said, “His Excellency the Governor, Andrew Murdoch, today announced the appointment of the next Deputy Governor of Bermuda, Mr Dave Morgan. “Dave will take over from the current Deputy Governor, Tom Oppenheim MBE, and […]

News / Royal Gazette

Exceptional athletes feature on new sports cards

April 3, 2025

Five cards showcasing exceptional athletes have been released by the Bermuda Police Service.
To date, the cards series features 20 different local sports.
The cards, which are produced by the BPS in c…

News / Royal Gazette

It takes a village to … take back a much-loved facility

April 3, 2025

A recreational area in Devonshire that was taken over by loiterers has been given back to the community thanks to area residents working with police and the Government.

Sandys Dock, just west of D…

Axa XL Bermuda staff celebrate promotions

April 3, 2025

Six employees in the Bermuda office of Axa XL are celebrating promotions.
Axa XL is the P&C and specialty risk division of top global insurer Axa.
A company spokeswoman said: “Axa XL is known for …

News / Royal Gazette

Pressure eases at hospital amid bed capacity crisis

April 3, 2025

King Edward VII Memorial Hospital remains on alert but has eased to level 2 following an improvement in bed capacity.
Scott Pearman, the chief executive and president of Bermuda Hospitals Board, said…

News / Royal Gazette

From Falklands to Bermuda: the new Deputy Governor

April 3, 2025

A senior diplomat has been announced in the role of Deputy Governor of Bermuda.
Andrew Murdoch, the Governor, said Dave Morgan would take over the post held at present by Tom Oppenheim.
Mr Morgan is e…

News / Royal Gazette

Spate of bike thefts in three months prompts police warning

April 3, 2025

Motorcycle owners have been hit hard this year, with police reporting more than 200 cases of vehicles stolen in the first three months of 2025.
Officers recovered 99 stolen bikes between January 1 and…

Lindsay Roos appointed CEO Bowring Marsh Bermuda

April 3, 2025

Lindsay Roos has been named CEO, Bowring Marsh Bermuda, the Bermuda-based international placement specialist of Marsh, the top insurance broker and risk adviser.
Ms Roos succeeds Christopher Reeves, w…

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208 Motorcycles Reported Stolen In First Quarter

April 3, 2025

“For the period January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] received an alarming 208 motorcycle theft reports,” the police said today, adding that “99 of those motorcycles have been recovered by the BPS.” Chief Inspector, Robert Cardwell stated, “The Tactical Division has carried out a detailed analysis of the reported thefts. […]

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Ariel Re Appoints Rohan Pai As CFO

April 3, 2025

Ariel Re has appointed Rohan Pai as Chief Financial Officer, with the company noting that he “will be based in Bermuda and will oversee Ariel Re’s financial reporting and treasury functions, supporting the company’s continued development and commitment to being the Premier Manager of Reinsurance Risk.”. A spokesperson said, “Ariel Re, a global reinsurance business […]

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BOTA Celebrates Occupational Therapy Month

April 3, 2025

The Bermuda Occupational Therapy Association [BOTA] is inviting the public to help mark Occupational Therapy Month by wearing blue on April 9, with their 2025 scholarship campaign set to launch on May 1. A spokesperson said, “April is Occupational Therapy Month. The Bermuda Occupational Therapy Association serves as a unifying body, uniting occupational therapy practitioners, […]

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BNT’s 50th Palm Sunday Walk Set For April 13

April 3, 2025

The Bermuda National Trust’s 50th annual Palm Sunday Walk is set for April 13, featuring a scenic five-mile route through St. David’s. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust’s [BNT] much-loved Palm Sunday Walk is back for its 50th year, offering an unforgettable journey through the stunning landscapes and hidden treasures of St. David’s. As […]

News / Royal Gazette

Simmons: youth antisocial behaviour ‘deeply concerning’

April 3, 2025

The circulation of videos showing schoolchildren fighting, and an incident in which a school official had to intervene during a dangerous altercation at the Transport Control Department, prompted a ca…

News / Royal Gazette

Ministers set up meetings for needy neighbourhood

April 3, 2025

The Government will host several town hall meetings to hear concerns from Devonshire communities plagued with infrastructural concerns.
Residents of Mary Victoria Road, Alexandra Road and Cedar Park w…

News / Royal Gazette

Science of cannabis to be explored at health forum

April 3, 2025

A summit will be held this month exploring the science of cannabis, its interaction with human genetics and how personalised medicine can shape the future of health and wellness.
The event, “The Scien…

Nila Samuels strikes beauty in Bermuda loss to ten-man Haiti

April 3, 2025

Bermuda 1 Haiti 4

Nila Samuels struck a spectacular stoppage-time goal for Bermuda in defeat by ten-man Haiti at the Concacaf Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers in Toluca, Mexico.
Samuels’s goal, the …

Bernews / News

Parsons Earns Top 10 Finishes At Towson Meet

April 3, 2025

Za’Kayza Parsons and her University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] women’s outdoor track & field teammates began their outdoor season at the Towson Invitational. Parsons showcased her sprinting ability, demonstrating her consistency across both events. In the women’s 200m preliminaries, Parsons finished 10th overall, clocking a time of 25.49 seconds. Parsons also competed in the […]

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WMP Acquires Enterprise Solutions

April 3, 2025

White Mountains Partners [WMP] announced that it has acquired a majority interest in Enterprise Electric, LLC d/b/a Enterprise Solutions [Enterprise Solutions], a leading provider of specialty electrical contracting services. A spokesperson said, “White Mountains Partners [WMP], a White Mountains operating company, announced that it has acquired a majority interest in Enterprise Electric, LLC d/b/a Enterprise […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 2 2025

April 3, 2025

April 2 saw 6,109 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $119,433.00 BD. 4,909 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 0.1% at $16.99 per share, while the other 1,200 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing even at $30.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,563.99, even on the day. […]

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Kempe & Penruddocke Racing On Day Three

April 3, 2025

Bermudian sailors Sebastian Kempe and Adriana Penruddocke returned to action on day three of the Troféo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by Fergus Hotels on the Bay of Palma, Spain, yesterday [April 2]. Kempe in ILCA 7 Fleet Kempe, competing in the 174-boat ILCA 7 fleet, is in 50th position with 114 net points. In the first […]

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Erica Hawley Climbs World Triathlon Rankings

April 3, 2025

Erica Hawley’s strong start to the year has been reflected in her rise in the elite women’s World Triathlon Rankings. Hawley has climbed ten places to 75th position, having finished ninth in the World Triathlon Cup Napier in New Zealand last month and seventh in the Americas Triathlon Cup Miami last weekend. She is ranked […]

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Thompson Scores For AFC Bournemouth

April 3, 2025

Footballer Kenni Thompson scored in AFC Bournemouth Women’s 7-0 win at home to Southampton Women in the National League Division One South West yesterday [April 2]. The Bermuda winger netted her side’s fourth goal with an angled shot in the fourteenth minute and also created their second with a cross in the sixth. Bournemouth, who […]

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MP Robinson On Bermuda Tourism Authority

April 2, 2025

“I once again call on the Minister of Tourism to break his silence on the Government’s plans for tourism and the Bermuda Tourism Authority as it seems to be crumbling from the top,” Shadow Tourism Minister Dwayne Robinson said. Mr Robinson said, “The public has now heard conflicting reports of the internal issues within the […]

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‘The Science Behind 4Twenty’ Summit On April 19

April 2, 2025

The Bermuda Cannabis Association and CariGenetics will host ‘The Science Behind 4Twenty’ summit on April 19th. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Cannabis Association, in partnership with CariGenetics, is proud to announce the launch of The Science Behind 4Twenty, a public education summit set to take place at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] on 19 April […]

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Minister DeSilva On Tenant Concerns At BHC

April 2, 2025

In addressing the concerns raised by Mary Victoria Road and Alexandra Road residents, Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva said, “I have been made aware of and acknowledge the concerns expressed by Bermuda Housing Corporation [BHC] tenants regarding policies, treatment, and maintenance issues. “As the newly appointed Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and […]