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The Bermuda Select Under-12 team recently competed in the Norwich City 2024 Mina Cup UK. A BFA spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is pleased to report on the performance of the Bermuda Select Under-12 team during the Norwich City 2024 Mina Cup UK. While the team faced mixed results, their overall performance showcased their […]

The sixth week of continental bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Nifty Rollers defeat the Sunset 25 – 2, the Under Dawgs defeat New Hope 24 – 3, while the league leaders Spicenix defeated The Invaders 23 – 4, and the Odd Balls defeated the Cubs 19 – 8. High Scratch Games […]

Bermudian clothing brand Pressure ‘Til We Perish has launched a special line of pink t-shirts to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Brand owner Vincent Darrell explained that a portion of the sales would go directly to the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre charity. “This campaign truly reflects the community Pressure ‘Til We Perish is building […]

Joseph Cechini and his Mercersburg Academy boy’s cross country teammates competed in the Mercersburg Cross Country Invitational. Cechini finished 3rd in the boy’s varsity 5K race clocking a time of 17:23.7. The Mercersburg Academy boy’s finished second with a combined time of 1:31:01.5. Related Stories BNAA Fort Scaur Cross Country Results Outerbridge Finishes 12th In […]

October 14 saw 62 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 2,170.00 BD. 62 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $35.75 per share. 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 […]

[Written by Dale Butler] This “stirring Southern drama” received great reviews abroad and five stars and 100 roses from Bermuda audiences who have flocked to see this excellent full-length movie [1 hour 58 minutes], which was based on a true story. Produced by Bermuda’s own Wendy Tucker-Tannock, written and directed by Lynn Dow, with composer […]

The annual Round the Sound Swim saw participants battle through the waters of Bermuda this weekend, with swimmers competing across distances from 0.8K to 10K. Tyler Smith emerged as the overall champion in the 6K event, while Katherine Wheddon led the 4K race, showcasing determination and stamina in one of the island’s most anticipated aquatic […]

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 14] include assent and notification of planning applications registered. Assent Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Assent Notice ID: GN0941/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 14 October, 2024 No. The Assent Of The Acting Governor Was Given On The 11th Day Of October 2024 To The […]

In two separate incidents, a 35-year-old man “suffered a suspected stab wound to the upper torso,” and a 52-year-old man was reportedly assaulted with a machete. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 1:00am on Sunday, October 13, 2024, police responded to a reported assault at the Zen Lounge, Somerset Road, Sandys Parish. Upon arrival, officers were […]

Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert held a press conference this morning [Oct 14] to discuss the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities [UNCRPD]. Minister Furbert’s full statement follows below: Good morning to my differently abled community and Bermuda, Thank you to all who have gathered here with […]

“Resurfacing the entire island is a monumental task that requires considerable investment. We are dedicated to making steady progress,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. “Our goal is to improve Bermuda’s roads for the safety and convenience of all who use them,” he stated. Minister Burch continued: “Paving roads is a partnership between […]

Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] announced that their MRI machine is “now fully operational following recent recovery efforts after Hurricane Ernesto’s impact.” A spokesperson said, “With essential services restored, BHCS is ready to accept clients for MRI procedures.” Dr. Ewart Brown, Chairman of BHCS, remarked, “We are delighted to inform the community that our MRI services […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Tyrah Parris. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Tyrah Parris. “She is described as brown complexioned, 5 feet 2 inches tall of slim build, weighing approximately 110 pounds, with black […]

The Bermuda Health Council is offering two training sessions to help healthcare organizations comply with the upcoming Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA]. A spokesperson said, “As Bermuda prepares for the full implementation of the Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA] on January 1, 2025, the Bermuda Health Council is offering two training sessions to help healthcare […]

The Swan’s Charity 5K race is set to take place on Sunday, October 20 at John Smith’s Bay, supporting the Crossroads Warriors Community Club. A spokesperson said, “This weekend is the Swan’s Charity 5K race – Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024. This race runs along the scenic route of South Shore and Harrington Sound Road, starting […]

The Bermuda Football Association announced a new schedule for recently postponed matches. A spokesperson said, “The FA Cup Preliminary matches postponed from Friday, October 11th will take place Monday, October 14th at Goose Gosling Field. 7:00pm – R Hood vs Young Gunz SFC 9:00PM – Tuff Dogs vs Vasco “Take note of the teams playing times; […]

Arch Capital Group Ltd. appointed Nicolas Papadopoulo as CEO and Board member, effective immediately, following Marc Grandisson’s retirement. A spokesperson said, “Arch Capital Group Ltd. [NASDAQ: ACGL, Arch, our or the Company] today announced that Nicolas Papadopoulo has been named Chief Executive Officer and is joining the Board of Directors effective immediately. Papadopoulo has held […]

The Bermuda Karting Association’s inaugural race day saw exciting races and standout performances from top drivers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Karting Association [BKA] ignited the engines and the excitement at its inaugural race day held at the Bermuda Motor Sport Park in St. Davids on Sunday. With a vibrant atmosphere and fierce competition, the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nadia Arandjelovic Laws’ ambition to be the “master of her fate” and take greater control of her life led her to leave Bermuda with her young family two years ago and relocate to Bali, Indonesia. Ms Arandjelovic Laws had long dreamed of becoming a digital nomad. However, she admits the lifestyle […]

The Bermuda Junior Badminton Tournament was held on Saturday [Oct 12]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Junior Badminton organised the first ever national tournament to encourage players across the island to compete in badminton and grow the popularity of the sport. “The 2 day tournament was held at Somersfield Academy and was organised by Emma Moran-Lee […]

Crowds of enthusiastic spectators filled the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday [Oct 12], as the Bermuda national football team faced Dominica in the Concacaf Nations League, with local fans coming out to support the team, with the energy from the fans growing even stronger as the Bermuda team secured an impressive 6-1 victory. Related Stories Photos: […]

“Together, we can build a society where every person has the dignity of a home and the opportunity to thrive,” declared the Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors Tinee Furbert at Friday’s Homelessness Conference, emphasizing the need for urgent and collective action in addressing homelessness on our island. A Government spokesperson said, “The conference, […]

The 2024 comet class internationals championship regatta concluded off the Corsica River Yacht Club, in Maryland. Six Bermuda sailors and their crew took to the water for the final two races, taking the series to eight races. The defending champion Jack Swikart, defended his title with 12 points, Jessica Gruskos was second with 16 points, […]

The Bermuda Volleyball Association announced the Women’s National Team Program is sending a team to compete in the 2024 ECVA Senior Women’s Championships. The team travels to Antigua on Thursday, October 17th, led by Head Coach Shaela Rae and Assistant Coach Kayla Grant. Six teams have confirmed their participation for the upcoming ECVA Women’s Volleyball […]

Bermuda’s Under-12 National Football Team began play in the Norwich City Mina Cup UK with one win, two draws and one loss. The team lost to Feyenoord 3-1 in its opening match. Bermuda then played Arsenal to a scoreless draw. In its third match, Bermuda defeated Cambridge United 3-0. Bermuda finished the day with a […]

Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] held its annual bazaar on Friday [Oct 11] and Saturday [Oct 12] with a Carnival theme, offering activities like face painting, a photo booth, an inflatable slide, Bingo, baked goods, refreshments, and many fun family games. Related Stories Photos & Video: Mount Saint Agnes Bazaar Photos: Pumpkin Decorating Display At […]

The Bermuda National Library [BNL] announced that the “scheduled reopening of the Youth Library, initially set for October 14, has been postponed due to ongoing remediation.” A spokesperson said, “The Youth Library staff will continue to host the following programs in the Meeting Room at the Main Library: Saturdays: Saturday Storytime, Book Babies, Girls’ Club, […]

Effective Monday [Oct 14], until further notice, “rolling single-lane closures will be implemented between Burnt House Hill and Longford Road to facilitate emergency underground cable repair works undertaken by BELCO.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to notify the motoring public of upcoming road traffic changes on Middle Road in Warwick […]

Christopher Webson and Helena Carvelli-Astwood from Department of National Drug Control [DNDC] earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for September. “As we continue to prioritise social investments, the dedication demonstrated by Mr. Webson and Ms. Carvelli-Astwood is crucial to ensuring our public officers feel confident and equipped and that the services the Government delivers meet the community’s […]

The 2024 Comet Class Internationals Championship Regatta continued off the Corsica River Yacht Club in Maryland. Six Bermuda sailors and their crew took to the water for another three races, taking the series to six races. The defending champion Jack Swikart, is the overall leader with 10 points, he had another two wins, and a […]

Bermudian footballer Jasmine Spence scored the winner for Newport Pagnell Town Women in their 4-3 victory away to Dussindale and Hellesden in the Adobe Women’s FA Cup third-round qualifying match today [October 13]. Spence, who scored her sixth goal in four games, netted her side’s fourth goal in the fifth minute of added time to […]

Monday, October 14 is expected to see mostly sunny day turns cloudy with a few showers overnight, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be […]

Jamin Hodgkins kicked nine points for Luctonians in their 38-29 defeat away to Redruth in the National 2 West – the fourth level of the English rugby union pyramid yesterday [October 12]. Hodgkins, who played for Bridgend in the Welsh Indigo Premiership last season, kicked three conversions and one penalty. The full-back, a former Bermuda […]

Bermudian ice hockey player Blake Montgomery delivered an impressive display for the Lincoln Stars in their 3-0 win at home to the Waterloo Blackhawks in the United States Hockey League [USHL] yesterday [October 12]. Montgomery, who was drafted by National Hockey League [NHL] team the Ottawa Senators in June, was named as one his team’s […]

“The FCDO works closely with the Home Office, who lead engagement with the Crown Dependencies on beneficial ownership transparency,” Minister of State Stephen Doughty said. During the British Parliament’s session on October 10th, MP Ellie Chowns asked the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, “pursuant to the Answer of 25 July 2024 […]

Nahki Wells scored a hat-trick to help the Bermuda national football team defeat Dominica 6-1 in the Concacaf Nations League at the Flora Duffy Stadium yesterday [October 12]. Knory Scott, Zeiko Lewis and Jai Bean also found the net for coach Michael Findlay’s side. Wells, playing his first game for Bermuda since March last year, […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph claimed a 3-2 win away to Spokane Velocity in the United Soccer League [USL] League One yesterday [October 12]. Lyam MacKinnon scored a brace, and Leonardo Castro also found the net for Greenville. Spokane’s Josh Dolling pulled a goal back from the penalty spot. A former Saltus Grammar School student, Wright […]

Zemira Webb’s Southern University women’s football team won their first conference game of the season after defeating Alabama A&M University 2-1 at home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, last weekend. Webb’s side conceded early on when Czaske Deane scored in the seventeenth minute but fought back through a penalty by Iyanla Bailey-Williams in the 39th minute […]

The 2024/25 Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s League season got underway at the National Sports Center, with a women’s league double-header and a single men’s division match. Women’s Division In the opener the Renegades shut out the Teachers 12 – 0, the Renegades got tries from Jessica Cassidy, and Michelle Croghanm while Laura Mulligan kicked a […]

Sunday, October 13 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 58%. Sunrise will be at 7.21am and sunset will be at […]

Ryan Outerbridge and his Franklin Pierce men’s cross country teammates finished 4th in the 12th Annual Bruce Kirsh Cross Country Cup. The course, known for its challenging 2,000-meter loop featuring 90% grass and 10% dirt roads, welcomed top collegiate athletes across multiple divisions. Franklin Pierce finished with 121 points clocking a combined time of 2:13:00. […]

Bermudian sailors are competing at the Annual Internationals Comet Sailing Regatta at the Corsica River Yacht Club in Maryland this weekend. Six local sailors and their crew are taking part in the competition, which started yesterday [Oct 11] and finishes tomorrow [Oct 13]. The sailors in action are Rudy Bailey and his crew George Bailey, […]

The Gender Diversity and Inclusion Committee [GDI], on behalf of the Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA], will be hosting a weekend honoring Women in Sport. A spokesperson said, “The GDI committee is tasked with acknowledging, honoring and promoting Women in Sport; as athletes, coaches, officials and administrators. The BOA is excited to host two events scheduled […]

Jeane Nikolai has been appointed to the post of Permanent Secretary for the Ministry to the Cabinet Office. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter announced the appointment of Ms. Jeane Nikolai to the post of Permanent Secretary for the Ministry to the Cabinet Office. “As the Permanent Secretary, […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] Men’s Tennis teammate’s returned to action competing in the 2024 ITA DI Men’s Carolina Regional Championships hosted by Duke University, in Durham, North Carolina. In his consolation first round match, Mallory lost in a third set tie-breaker to Johan Van Wijk, from Gardner-Webb University. Gardner-Webb won the first […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced domestic senior football schedule changes. A spokesperson said, “The FA Cup match scheduled for Sunday, October 13th between St Davids vs FC Rhino will be moved to either Sunday, November 10th or Monday, November 11th [final date TBD] 2pm at St. David’s Oval. Premier Division Changes “Due to Bernard’s […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute’s [BUEI] Silver Screens series is set to continue with the showing of ‘She Came to Me’ on Tuesday, October 15 at 2.00pm in the Tradewinds Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “BUEI Silver Screens continues at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute with the screening of ‘She Came to Me’ on Tuesday, October […]

Kamau Leverock played for Gujarat Greats in the Legends League Cricket [LLC] against Konark Suryas Odisha at the Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar, India, today [Oct 11]. Konark Suryas Odisha won the match by seven wickets. Leverock batted at No 6 for the Greats, who batted first, and scored five runs off three balls before being […]

Myeisha Sharrieff and her Howard University women’s swimming and diving teammates packed The Burr for the third year in a row for the Battle at the Burr III, facing crosstown rival Georgetown in the most anticipated dual meet of the season. Sharrieff and her teammates fell by a score of 133 – 90. Sharrieff led […]