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Everen Specialty Limited announced that Jerry Rivers, Senior Vice President, and Chief Operating Officer, will retire on March 31, 2025. John Talarico, Everen Specialty’s Chair, stated, “On behalf of the Board of Directors, the management team, and all of Everen Specialty’s employees, I want to thank Jerry for his dedicated service over the past 19 […]

The Rotary Clubs of Bermuda recently held a cleanup at the Riddles Bay Mangrove Reserve, while also inspiring the island’s Brownies to “become stewards of the environment.” A spokesperson said, “This year, the Rotary Clubs of Bermuda have been cited for their interest and continued concern about the environment. Rotarians held a most successful cleanup […]

October 16 saw 2,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $65,800.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 6.3% at $38.00per share, while the other 2,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing up 3.3% at $31.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,609.02, up […]

On #PurpleThursday, October 17, the public is encouraged to wear purple “as a mark of solidarity with those who have / are experiencing domestic abuse and then share a photo on social media.” A spokesperson said, “October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month [DVAM] to highlight the social and public health crisis of domestic abuse, which […]

Bermuda’s entrepreneurial talent will shine at the Rise & Scale: Bermuda Business Accelerator Pitch Forum, where nearly 20 innovative founders will showcase their achievements live from the HSBC Bank Bermuda Harbourview Centre on October 17th. A Government spokesperson said, “The global spotlight will be on Bermuda as the Rise & Scale: Bermuda Business Accelerator Pitch […]

The MarketPlace Christmas Parade will be held in Hamilton on Sunday, December 1st. A spokesperson said, “The MarketPlace is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Christmas Parade to the City of Hamilton. The parade marks the official kick off to the holiday season and is scheduled for Sunday, 1 December 2024. This year’s parade […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward addressed the STEP Bermuda Conference 2024, “reaffirming Bermuda’s world-class reputation in trusts, estates, and wealth management.” A spokesperson said, “The conference held on October 15-16th at the Bermuda Under Water Exploration Institute [BUEI] offers a unique opportunity to gain cutting-edge insights and expert perspectives in trusts, estates, and […]

The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] is advising the public of a website which contains “fraudulent information.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] has been made aware of a website which contains fraudulent information: https://www.stillmancriptobrazil.com/ “The Authority notes that Stillman Crypto Brazil Ltda, states that it has headquarters in Bermuda. However, there […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 16] include notification of planning applications registered, public notification and acting appointments. List of Planning Applications Advertised on October 16, 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0952/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 16 October, 2024 The applications shown below […]

Cire Bean, Dwight Jackson and Rolfe Commissiong will be joining Bernews at 8.00pm this evening [Oct 16] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The video will be live streamed below, as well as on Bernews YouTube, Twitter, and LinkedIn pages. Related Stories Video: Pastor Bean & Minister Weeks Video: BNV […]

The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard is inviting the public to join in celebrating 40 years of supporting Bermudian art with a show featuring some of the island’s leading artists on Sunday [Oct 20]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre celebrates 40 remarkable years dedicated to supporting Bermudian art. We invite everyone to join […]

Andrew Armstrong scored twice for his University of Dayton Men’s Soccer team and also earned Atlantic 10 Conference rookie of the week honours. The Atlantic 10 Conference said, “Armstrong scored a brace and chipped in an assist in Dayton’s 7-1 win over George Washington last Saturday. The freshman forward only needed 64 minutes to record […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

Thursday, October 17 is expected to be mostly cloudy with a few showers, clearing overnight, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 89%. Sunrise will be at 7.24am […]

WindReach celebrated the 25th anniversary of its purpose-built activity center in Warwick with a gala dinner and dance at The Pier 6 Complex in Hamilton on Saturday evening. A spokesperson said, “The large crowd, including donors, supporters, board members, past and present staff and participants were treated to a four-course dinner followed by an evening […]

The film Thoughts Become Things by Stephan Johnstone and Marq Rodriguez, featuring Bermudian Gombey culture, has been selected for showing at four international film festivals, winning awards along the way. A spokesperson said, “Thoughts Become Things, a captivating short poetry film that delves into the African and Native American ancestral dreams of a young Gombey, […]

Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport Owen Darrell “celebrated Bermuda’s outstanding achievements as hosts of the Concacaf Nations League, where the Gombey Warriors demonstrated exceptional skill, sportsmanship, and unity over the past few days.” A Government spokesperson said, “In their first match on Saturday, October 12, 2024, Bermuda defeated Dominica with an impressive 6-1 victory, […]

The Bermuda Motocross Association [BMA] will host its season opener on Sunday, October 20th at the Southside Motocross Track. The event will feature races in various classes, with riders competing for the top spot on the podium. Gates open at 12 PM, with races starting shortly after. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for kids […]

Muuvment, a Bermuda social impact company, launched Muuvment IQ, a generative AI tool that streamlines sustainability strategies for professionals. A spokesperson said, “Muuvment, a social impact company based in Bermuda is excited to offer Muuvment IQ, an expert-trained, generative AI sustainability product that leverages a rich, proprietary knowledge base of sustainability expertise and ESG best […]

Bermudian footballer Rahzir Smith-Jones scored in Binfield’s 4-1 win away to Dulwich Hamlet in the third round of the Velocity Cup yesterday [October 15]. Smith-Jones, who plays in midfield or attack, scored his side’s second goal in the first half. Berkshire-based Binfield play in the Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One. Related Stories […]

WISTA Bermuda is marking the 50th anniversary of WISTA International. A spokesperson said, “WISTA Bermuda, which provides regional skill-building and networking opportunities for women in the shipping sector, celebrated WISTA International’s milestone anniversary and re-committed to the bold vision of WISTA International to advance equity in the maritime industry. WISTA Bermuda was ably represented at […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has shared a frequently-asked questions [FAQ] factsheet explaining “how patients are cared for and by whom at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH].” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board has posted a FAQ on its website that explains how patients are cared for and by whom at King Edward VII Memorial […]

[Written by Dale Butler] The history of Bermuda’s efforts to erase homelessness has not been fully documented, but one day someone will document the long and winding road it has taken, with many Bermudians, organizations, and the Government attempting to get a handle on it and complete the task. The new group HOME, led by […]

Thirty-four Bermudians have successfully obtained their heavy truck driver’s license through the Government’s Heavy Truck Driver’s License Training Programme. Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, “I am proud to announce that 34 Bermudians have successfully obtained their heavy truck driver’s licenses following the completion of the Heavy Truck Driver’s License Training Programme. “This […]

[Written by Dale Butler] Leopards Club was the venue on Saturday, October 12 for entrepreneur and live music impresario Mickey Robinson to host an eager audience that has been supportive of his ventures since he started in 2022. We were treated to a delicious meal by Chef Raymond Dowling of Quality Catering and a seamless […]

Bermuda women’s national team player LeiLanni Nesbeth has helped the Chicago Red Stars reach the National Women’s Soccer League [NWSL] play-offs. The attacking midfielder, who has made 16 appearances this season, joined the Red Stars on a three-year contract at the start of the season. Their play-off berth was secured after the Washington Spirit beat […]

[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] This Mental Health Month, the Minister of Health has reminded us of the importance of regular physical activity – a half-hour per day to boost physical and mental health. This is based on the body/mind connection, a reality not yet fully appreciated in western medicine. Any holistic approach which […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a dive into Bermuda’s rich history, with a rendition of Sea Venture shipwreck, Bermuda’s national motto ‘Quo Fata Ferunt’ and a nod to the Bermuda Triangle The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally […]

Under the watchful eye of Bermudian Olympian, Peter Gray the Bermuda Dressage Group hosted their first show of the season at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Logan Flood riding Wild Things Island Adventure won the intro test C class with a score of 77.00%, Nik Samle and Lollopop finished second with a score […]

October 15 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,487.16, 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: Oct 14 2024 BSX Rings The Bell For Financial […]

The Bermuda Police Service, in recognition of October as “Cyber Security Awareness Month,” is once again reminding the public to stay vigilant and take preventive measures to protect themselves from the many forms of cybercrime. A police spokesperson said, “With October designated “Cyber Security Awareness Month”, the Bermuda Police Service is once more reminding the […]

The Ministry of Health has set Flu Express dates for October 19, 22, and 23, offering free shots for seniors and $20 for others. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health announces new Flu Express dates. The Hamilton Health Centre is on Saturday, October 19th, from 10 am—2 pm [for seniors 65 and older]; […]

Stephen Dickinson participated in the prestigious 2024 Solo Welsh sailing championships and the NCSA super series event, held at Tata Steel Sailing Club. Dickinson delivered an impressive performance, securing second place overall with a net score of 11 points. Over the course of two days, participants faced winds that varied in direction and strength. Despite […]

[Updating] Bermuda is taking on Dominica this evening [Oct 15] in Concacaf football action at the Flora Duffy Stadium. The match follows Bermuda’s 6-1 victory over Dominica on October 12. You can watch the live video here on YouTube, and we will update as able below. Your screen will automatically refresh with the latest updates: […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 15] include permanent resident certificate, Bermudian status, acting appointments, cancellation of registration, and notice of intended marriage. Permanent Residents Certificate – Section 31ZA Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Permanent Resident Certificate – PRC 31ZA Notice ID: GN0949/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 15 October, 2024 […]

The first-ever National Pickleball Championships will be held at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium from November 18 to 22. A Pickleball Association of Bermuda [PAB] sanctioned event, players can register for up to three events, but only playing one [skills] level per doubles event. “We’re excited to announce that Burrows Lightbourn will be collaborating with […]

Karting driver Scott Barnes expressed pride in his performance after competing against some of the top L206 class drivers in the United States at the Cup Karts North America [CKNA] Grand Nationals 8 at the weekend. Barnes, who raced in the Masters class, made his debut in the prestigious event in New Castle, Indiana. In […]

Metro UK has highlighted the late Bermudian actor Earl Cameron in an article titled “My friend Earl Cameron broke the British colour bar in TV and film.” The Metro UK story said, “On a beautiful summer’s day in August 2017, I felt excited and honoured to be among the family and friends celebrating the 100th […]

The Fordham University men’s swimming and diving team opened its 2024-25 season with a dominant victory over Manhattan College at the Col. Francis B. Messmore Aquatic Center. The Rams won nearly every event, securing a 156.5-83.5 win. Brian Desmond contributed to the team’s success, winning the men’s 50-yard backstroke with a time of 24.09. He […]

The Bermuda ball hockey winter league season got underway with a double-header at the PCC Hockey Rink, with 25 goals scored. ACT 10 Appleby 8 In the opener ACT defeated Appleby 10 – 8. Adam Mattatall led ACT with 4 goals, while Mike Travis, Townie Jackson, and Ian Beaudoin all added 2 goals each. Nathan […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Rylan DeSilva described representing the Bermuda Under-14 side at the recent Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series in Trinidad and Tobago as a “dream come true.” The 14-year-old helped Bermuda reach the final of the regional tournament, where they narrowly lost to Barbados in a penalty shootout. Reflecting on the experience, […]

The Bermuda National Gallery recently opened ‘Meditations on Form: Jewellery by Melanie Eddy’, its first-ever jewellery exhibition, generously sponsored by Butterfield with support from the Bermuda Foundation. The exhibition highlights the sculptural designs of Bermuda-born, London-based jeweller Melanie Eddy. “It’s a full circle moment to be having my first solo exhibition back here in Bermuda […]

In a comeback victory at the BAA Field, Robin Hood defeated Young Gunz SFC 5-2. After falling behind early, Robin Hood rallied with two goals each from Samuel Carolo and Ian Coke. Player/coach Cecoy Robinson also contributed a goal to secure the win. Dominique Williams was the sole scorer for Young Gunz SFC, netting both […]

Two men injured in separate incidents, Minister Tinee Furbert speaks at Homelessness Conference, Ministry advances road paving efforts, Minister Tinee Furbert on UNCRPD, spectators supporting Bermuda team and Junior Badminton Tournament are some of the stories in this morning’s [Oct 15] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes an overview of the latest Bermuda news, […]

Junior Minister Kim Swan accepted an invitation from the Executive Board of the Vasco da Gama Club to attend a cocktail reception in celebration of the Club’s anniversary. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday October 12th, 2024 Junior Minister Kim Swan accepted the invitation of the Executive Board of Vasco da Gama Club to participate in […]

The project to “enhance safety and stability on Scaur Hill, Sandys Parish” continues, with the work having started late last month and expected to take approximately six months to complete Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch previously stated: “The 230-foot retaining wall along Scaur Hill has been structurally undermined and urgently needs replacing. “The […]

BELCO announced that the Company’s “transmission upgrade project, necessary to replace 40% of the underground transmission cables, will resume this year and will continue until all the work is completed.” A spokesperson said, “The project is necessary to replace 40% of the underground transmission cables, many of which are over 50 years old. The upgrades […]

Harness racing driver Kiwon Waldron competed at both Hollywood Gaming Dayton Raceway and Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. At Dayton, Waldron drove Sweet Tell in race 14, a pace class. The pair finished 10th with a time of 1:59. Later, at Harrah’s Hoosier Park, Waldron and Boujeeful competed in race 12, also a pace class. […]

AM Best affirmed Golden Tree Reinsurance Limited’s B++ [Good] Financial Strength Rating and “bbb” [Good] Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating, both with a stable outlook. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ [Good] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb” [Good] of Golden Tree Reinsurance […]