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The schedule for the 84th Annual Agricultural Exhibition has been announced, with the always popular annual event taking place at the Botanical Gardens from April 24 to 26, with gates open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. In the Lower Ring, continuous entertainment runs from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., featuring school choirs, solo […]

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. A spokesperson said, “Net income for the first quarter of 2025 was $53.8 million, or $1.23 per diluted common share, compared to net income of $59.6 million, or $1.34 per diluted common share, for the previous quarter and $53.4 million, or $1.13 per diluted common share, for the […]

The Michael Preece Softball Diamond hosted a Bermuda Softball Association triple header where a total of 78 runs were tallied across three games. The Paraquet Flyers initiated the evening with a decisive 24-6 victory over the Hakuna Matata Lions. Edgar Guerrero spearheaded the Flyers’ offense, achieving three hits in five at-bats, including a double and […]

Boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons will aim for his seventh successive professional victory when he faces American Tahlik Taylor in Concord, North Carolina, next month. Simmons [6-0-0] will be favourite to continue his winning streak against Taylor [7-28-2] when they meet in a light heavyweight four-round bout at the Concord Event Centre on May 17. “And […]

Three young Bermudian footballers have gained valuable international experience, representing the Steven Gerrard Academy [SGA] Under-18 Nottingham at the Mediterranean International Cup [MIC] tournament in Girona, Spain. Kai Sampson, Jaaziah Van-Lowe and Nijae Aberdeen featured for the SGA Under-18 at the recent competition. The MIC Cup includes youth teams from across the world, with matches […]

The Bermuda national cricket team defeated the Bahamas by ten wickets in the North America Cup at the Jimmy Powell Oval yesterday [April 23]. Bermuda, who have finished third in the table with two wins and two losses, have qualified for the semi-finals on Saturday. Having won the toss, the Bahamas were bowled out for […]

Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell held a press conference this afternoon [April 23] to provide an update on a new trial bus route in the East End. Minister Darrell’s remarks: Good morning everyone, Thank you for being here today as we continue our work to create a more accessible, reliable and inclusive […]

Minister Jache Adams toured the Botanical Gardens ahead of the 84th Annual Agricultural Exhibition, set to open this Thursday [April 24]. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister of Public Works and Environment, the Hon. Jache Adams, JP, MP, toured the Botanical Gardens as final preparations continue for the 84th Annual Agricultural Exhibition, which officially […]

Bermuda’s 2025 Carifta Team is set to return home this evening [April 23] on American Airlines Flight 308 from Miami. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport wishes to inform the public that Bermuda’s 2025 Carifta Team will be arriving home this evening on American Airlines Flight 308 from […]

Planet Math’s 2025 Math+A+Thon is energizing students across Bermuda with hands-on learning experiences, having already visited 16 schools as it continues its island-wide tour. A spokesperson said, “Just over two months into the 2025 Planet Math Math+A+Thon, and the excitement continues to build as the initiative engages students across Bermuda in dynamic, hands-on math experiences. […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is advising that a single lane closure will be in effect on Glebe Road Bridge over Palmetto Road in Pembroke Parish. A Government spokesperson said, “The lane closure is scheduled to take place from Monday, 28 April to Wednesday, 30 April 2025, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 23] include boards appointments and contracts. Board Gender Affairs Council Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0422/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 23 April, 2025 The Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is pleased to make the following […]

Thursday, April 24 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 6.40am and sunset […]

Mia Fishel scored her first goal since recovering from a serious knee injury in Chelsea Women’s 4-0 win at home to Crystal Palace Women in the Women’s Super League today [April 23]. Fishel, whose father is Bermudian, netted her first goal in more than a year with a deft touch from close range in the […]

Bermuda cyclist Charlotte Millington produced an impressive display in the junior women’s individual time-trial at the Pan American Road Championships in Punta del Este, Uruguay, today [April 23]. Millington finished eleventh, completing the 13.1-kilometres course in 21min 25.38sec along the scenic Rambla Lorenzo Batlle Pacheco. “Congratulations to Charlotte on a strong performance in her debut […]

Rotary District 7230 leaders and delegates visited Bermuda to host a leadership training conference and celebrate local youth achievements. A spokesperson said, “The District Governor of Rotary District 7230 and a delegation of nine past District Governors, District Secretary, District Governor Elect, and DG Nominee joined local Assistant Governor Peronia Brown and Rotary Presidents to […]

Bermudian sailor Sebastian Kempe surged up the leaderboard on the third day of the 56th French Olympic Week in Hyères, while Adriana Penruddocke was also in action. The prestigious event features 727 sailors from 56 nations. As winds intensified throughout the day, ranging from 10-15 knots to 20-30 knots, both Penruddocke in the 76-boat ILCA […]

The 38th annual Convex End-to-End returns on May 3, inviting participants to walk, cycle, or volunteer while supporting five local charities. A spokesperson said, “One of Bermuda’s biggest and best-loved charity events is back for its 38th year! The 2025 Convex End-to-End will take place on Saturday, May 3rd, and everyone’s invited to walk, cycle, […]

The St George’s Rotary Club recently donated toiletries to the St George’s Salvation Army as part of a service project. It was the first time the St George’s Salvation Army provided toiletries to their clients, with the presentation taking place at the St George’s Salvation Army church hall. Shammara Simmons, the president St George’s Rotary […]

UK investor and former Dragon’s Den star Jenny Campbell will speak at the Bermuda’s Women Mean Business: Level Up event on Friday, 6th June, at HSBC’s Front Street location. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda will play host to UK investor, CEO, and former Dragon’s Den star Jenny Campbell, who will deliver the keynote address at the […]

Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc, announced a new divisional structure for its US and Bermuda operations and new leadership appointments. A spokesperson said, “The changes, effective today, follow the appointment of Simon Wilson as Chief Executive Officer of Markel Insurance in March and are part of a long-term strategy to simplify […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment issued a traffic advisory in advance of the Bermuda National Triathlon will take place on Sunday, April 27. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment wishes to inform motorists that the Bermuda Triathlon Association, Bermuda Sports Lab – National Championship Standard Distance Triathlon will […]

BELCO  advised that the “deadline to apply for the Company’s scholarship opportunities that are available to Bermudian students is quickly approaching on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.” A spokesperson said, “The scholarships available include: BELCO STEM Education Awards [$2,500 to $20,000 for one year] – This scholarship is open to students studying for an undergraduate degree in […]

Bermuda’s talented young swimmers continued to impress on the final day of pool competition at the Carifta Aquatics Championship in Trinidad, with Thomas Cechini continuing his outstanding showing, claiming his third medal of this championship. Cechini — who had already won two bronze medals — entered the 15-17 boys 400 LC meter freestyle final with high hopes. He […]

Bermudian Ryan Outerbridge has been named Northeast-10 Conference [NE10] Track Athlete of the Week. A statement from his university said “Ryan Outerbridge of the Franklin Pierce Men’s Track and Field team has been named the NE10′s Track Athlete of the Week after a strong showing at MIT’s Sean Collier Invitational. “Outerbridge posted the best Steeplechase […]

Conyers announced a “series of well-deserved promotions that highlight the legal talent and dedication within our firm.” “Newly promoted Directors are William Cooper and Davina Hargun. Anne Campbell, Britt Smith, Sarah Lusher have been promoted to Counsel. Satjivan Aujla, Sophia Collis, Kathleen McBeath and Lauren Pereira have been promoted to Senior Associate.” Conyers Chairman and Director Christian Luthi […]

The Scooter Mart Motor Fest presented by Bermuda Charge, will rev into action on Sunday, June 29, from 2pm to 7pm along Front Street. A spokesperson said, “Now in its seventh year, the highly anticipated festival showcases Bermuda’s unique blend of motor culture, creativity, and community spirit. Organised by Bermuda Charge, the event promises an unforgettable […]

Bermudian footballer Jutorre Burgess has won the Harborough Town first team’s Young Player of the Season award. “A rising star whose talent, dedication, and impact lit up the pitch all year,” read a Harborough social media post about Burgess’s accolade. Harborough, who are fifth in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Central Division, are away […]

“I call on all employers, immigration agencies, and work permit holders to work in partnership with the Department of Immigration to ensure compliance,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, adding that “a revised 2025 Work Permit Policy will be released in the coming weeks.” Minister Hayward said, “As we navigate the intricacies of […]

Kaden Hopkins, Nicholas Narraway and Charlotte Millington are representing Bermuda at the Pan American Road Championships in Punta del Este, Uruguay. Millington will compete in the junior women’s individual time-trial and road race; meanwhile, Hopkins and Narraway will race in the elite men’s individual time-trial and road race. Travelling with the team are Wenda Roberts, […]

Troy Douglas has been named the new head coach for athletics at the Inspire Institute of Sport in India. The organization said, “We’re excited to welcome World Championship medalist Troy Douglas to TeamIIS as our new Head Coach for Athletics. Troy has been a top sprinter on the global stage and a performance coach at […]

The Michael Preece Softball Diamond hosted a high-scoring double-header as the local softball league season progressed. A total of 75 runs were scored across the two games. In the first game, Bat & Bougie defeated the B&V Sliders 21-9. Liam Evans led Bat & Bougie’s offense, going 4-for-5 with a triple, a home run, and […]

Week 28 of the continental bowling league season at Warwick Lanes saw significant shifts in the standings as top teams competed. Second-place Nifty Rollers recorded a decisive 26-1 victory over seventh-place New Hope. League leaders Under Dawgs continued their strong performance, defeating fourth-place Astronauts by a score of 16-10. This result maintains Under Dawgs’ position […]

Logan Jiménez has received his Scottish Schools’ Football Association Under-18 international at Hampden Park in Glasgow. Jiménez played for Scottish Schools Under-18 in their recent home matches against English Schools’ Under-18, which the Scots won 6-2, and a 1-1 against Australia School Under-18. Reflecting on the honour, Jiménez told Bernews.“I was an amazing experience to […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a vibrant Bermuda hibiscus with the word ‘Bermuda’ elegantly displayed, set against a pink and white background. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp […]

[Opinion column written by Dr. Stephen Kenny] As a pediatrician, I regularly advise parents on sleep routines, nutrition and vaccines. But one of the most important — and sometimes unexpected — recommendations I make is to read aloud to children every day. It’s not just a feel-good bedtime ritual: it’s an evidence-based activity that supports […]

April 22 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,488.44, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 21 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 17 […]

There were 20 incidents involving kites and BELCO’s overhead network during the Good Friday holiday, with one incident causing a large electricity outage in Hamilton Parish. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today reported that there were 20 incidents involving kites and BELCO’s overhead network during the Good Friday holiday. “One incident […]

Buy Back Bermuda has opened the new 10-acre High Point Nature Reserve in Southampton, which was made possible by a $2 million donation. A spokesperson said, “Buy Back Bermuda is delighted to announce the public opening of the High Point Nature Reserve in Southampton. The purchase of this stunning 10-acre piece of land was possible […]

Bermuda Education Network [BEN] announced an expansion of its Horizons Programme – a collaboration with Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation, The AgraLiving Institute, Carter House and St. George’s Historical Society. A spokesperson said, “BEN’s Horizons Programme partners share a commitment to putting nature at the heart of learning and a number of new […]

The Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] has received a record-breaking 140 applications for its 2025 Education Awards. A spokesperson said, “The Association of Bermuda International Companies proudly announces that it has received a record-breaking 140 applications for its 2025 Education Awards, a testament to the growing interest among Bermudian students and career shifters in […]

The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating the person flying a kite in the St David’s/Clearwater area, as the “kite poses a threat to air traffic as it is being flown in the no fly zone surrounding” the airport. At approximately 5:30 p.m. this evening police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service […]

The Michael Preece Softball Diamond witnessed a high-scoring triple header as the local softball season continued. The opening game saw Western Stars Angels emerge victorious in a closely fought contest against the PHC Zebras, claiming a 12-8 win. Rickelle Smith was the standout player for the Angels, going 2-for-4 at the plate, including a triple, […]

The Bermuda national cricket team suffered a ten-wicket defeat to the United States in the North America Cup at the Jimmy Powell Oval in the Cayman Islands yesterday [April 21]. Having won the toss, Bermuda batted first and were bowled out for 70 runs from 16.3 overs. Delray Rawlins was the top scorer with 18 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Culture, Sport, and Transport, has praised Bermuda’s athletes for their impressive performances at the Carifta Games held in Trinidad and Tobago. Minister Darrell attended the prestigious regional competition where Bermuda secured two silver medals in track and field, and also won two medals in the swimming portion thanks […]

Bermuda footballer Kole Hall scored in Chorley’s 5-0 win against his former club Radcliffe at home in the Vanarama National League North yesterday [April 21]. Hall netted his side’s second goal moments before half-time with a powerful strike from the edge of the box. The 26-year-old forward also created his side’s third goal with an […]

Police have arrested five individuals and seized a “quantity of a controlled drug with an estimated street value of over one million dollars.” A police spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, the Police Drug Unit and Support Unit, in collaboration with the Customs Department, executed an operation based on the seizure of a quantity […]

Bermuda’s swimmers continued to make waves at the Carifta Aquatics Championship in Trinidad, at the National Aquatic Centre Couva. Thomas Cechini added a second medal to Bermuda’s tally at the Carifta Aquatics Championships in Trinidad, securing a bronze in the 15-17 boys 200m freestyle on the second night of finals at the National Aquatic Centre […]

Leopards Club International held its first Easter Fun Day on Saturday [April 19], bringing island families together for a heartwarming celebration. A spokesperson said, “On April 19, 2025, the Leopards Club International proudly hosted its inaugural Easter Fun Day— a joyful and heartwarming event centered around children aged 3 to 12 years old. True to […]

Helix Underwriting Partners has appointed Kevin Copeland as their Chief Financial Officer, A spokesperson said, “Helix Underwriting Partners Ltd [Helix], the multiline independent Managing General Agent [MGA] based in Bermuda, has appointed Kevin Copeland to the newly-created role of Chief Financial Officer [CFO], effective April 1, 2025. “Mr. Copeland, who has over twenty-five years of […]