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Kiwon Waldron was back in action at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, as the harness race season continued. In his first race of the night, Waldron in the bike of Six Sticks Of Gum in race 3 in the pace class finished 5th clocking a time of 1:57 flat. Race 12 was in the trot […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, October 12th. On Saturday the Yankul Silver discharge vessel is expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Joy cruise ship and the Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship will arrive, and on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Vision […]

Gabriella Arnold competed in the Kentucky Open Road racing series 3rd race in Ewing, Kentucky. Arnold, competing in the women’s pro race finished 8th crossing the line in a time of 2:07:24. Related Stories Conor White Races In Gravel Championships Cyclists Continue Competing In Saint Martin National Criterium Championships Results Top Riders Set For National […]

The ICS Tires Cobra Puma Junior Championships are set to be played October 21st and 22nd at the Ocean View Golf Course. The age groups for this year’s tournament are girls open, boy’s 11-13, boy’s 14-16, and boy’s 17-18. The format for the tournament is individual stroke play. Related Stories BGA Bermuda Mixed Foursomes Final […]

October 11 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], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock […]

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 11] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. Director, Transport Control Department Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0939/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Transport Control Publication date: 11 October, 2024 NO. Acting Appointment Director Of Transport Control Department […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] men’s tennis teammates began competing in the DI 2024 ITA DI men’s Carolina regional championships hosted by Duke University, in Durham, North Carolina. In his round of 64 men’s singles match, Mallory was defeated in straight sets 6-4, 7-5 by Matias Iturbe from UNC Charlotte. Related Stories Photos: […]

Bermuda College Foundation received a $100,000 donation from CariGenetics to create research and clinical genetics labs at Bermuda College. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College Foundation [the Foundation] is pleased to announce the $100,000 donation from CariGenetics Limited [CariGenetics] to fund the renovation of two decommissioned Bermuda College [the College] classrooms into one research laboratory and […]

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 3.2% in June – the overall volume of retail sales index decreased 2.3% when compared to June 2023, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the June 2024 Retail Sales […]

The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] has announced that its latest commemorative stamp series, Bermuda Inspired Alternative Christmas Trees, is now available for purchase. A Government spokesperson said, “The new stamps feature alternative Christmas trees created by the talented members of the Garden Club of Bermuda. Stamp imagery features trees that were crafted out of local […]

Second spring senior bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Pinsplitters fall 4 – 0 to the Blue Angels, the Star Lites defeat the Islanders 3 – 1, and the New Comers defeat the Drifters 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: Teddy Swainson 250 Michael Vassell 242 Nathan Stevens 235 Handicap Series: Willoughby […]

Botelho Wood Architects has appointed Krystal Rodrigues and Lisamarie Masters as partners. A spokesperson said, “The partners of Botelho Wood Architects – Germano Botelho, Ted Wood, and Jason Mackertich – are pleased to announce the appointment of two new partners: Krystal Rodrigues and Lisamarie Masters. “We celebrate these individuals for their demonstrated leadership and valuable […]

October 10 saw 300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $10,725.00 BD. 300 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 1.4% at $35.75 per share. The BSX finished at 2,487.16, up 1.09% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 10] include acting appointments, trademark applications and notice of intended marriage. Director Of Public Prosecutions, Mr. Carrington Mahoney Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0935/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Department of Public Prosecutions Publication date: 10 October, 2024 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Director […]

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 […]

Friday, October 11 is expected to be mostly cloudy with rain/showers, easing towards evening, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7.20am and […]

The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] has appointed LaKai Dill as the new Deputy Information Commissioner, effective October 1, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Information Commissioner’s Office is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. LaKai Dill as the new Deputy Information Commissioner, effective 1 October 2024. Ms. Dill had been acting in the post until […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour is reminding employers and work permit holders of the eligibility criteria for classifying an individual as a ‘sponsored dependant’ under the Work Permit Policy 2017. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour takes this opportunity to remind employers and work permit holders of the eligibility criteria […]

The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] has announced that the Economic Investment Residential Certificate [EIRC] initiative has surpassed $500 million in investments. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency is pleased to announce that the Economic Investment Residential Certificate [EIRC] initiative has surpassed $500 million in investments. “This milestone reinforces Bermuda’s position as a […]

The Bermuda Rugby Football Union has appointed James Clarke as its full-time Rugby Operations Director. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Rugby Football Union is excited to announce the appointment of James Clarke as the new full-time Rugby Operations Director. This significant role marks the first full-time rugby officer since the pre-COVID era, when Patrick Calow […]

The Department of Corrections celebrated the recovery and success of Right Living House graduates Tio Weeks and Winslow Williams during National Recovery Month. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Correction and the Ministry of Justice recently celebrated the success of two outstanding graduates of the Right Living House [RLH] programme, Mr. Tio Weeks and […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Saatchi Trott, the Bermuda under-14 national team footballer, believes his versatility is his greatest strength and is equally comfortable playing in defence and attack. The 13-year-old was used primarily as a marauding right or left back during the recent Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series in Trinidad and Tobago, where Bermuda […]

BELCO today advised that the Company is prepared for any potential impact from the Hurricane Milton and encouraged residents to also prepare for the storm. BELCO Managing Director Shelly Leman said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised that the Company is prepared for any potential impact from the Hurricane Milton and encouraged residents […]

Bermuda marked a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of the Woodland Grove Care Centre, the island’s first purpose-built hospice and eldercare facility. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda took an important step forward with the groundbreaking of the Woodland Grove Care Centre, the island’s first purpose-built hospice and eldercare facility, which promises to provide a haven […]

The Ministry of Public Works is informing the public that a section of South Road and Point Finger Road in Paget will have a single-lane closure to accommodate sewer trench work. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the public that a section of South Road and Point Finger Road […]

Dementia Bermuda is set to hold a Rugby Warm-Up Masquerade Party at Front Yard on November 1 from 7.00pm to 1.00am. The event will feature karaoke by Emily Ross from 8.00pm to 10.00pm and DJ Dan Manaia from 10.00pm to 1.00am. Early bird tickets are $20 until October 18, $25 online, and $30 at the […]

The Village Gathering event, originally scheduled for Saturday [Oct 12] from 4.00pm to 5.30pm at the Victor Scott School, has been postponed until October 19. A spokesperson said, “Given feedback received from relevant authorities, we are postponing the Village Gathering until Saturday, October 19.” Related Stories Interactive Village Gathering On October 12 Group To Release […]

The Head of the Public Service Cherie Whitter announced the appointment of Gabrielle Cann to the post of Director of Labour. A Government spokesperson said, “As the Director of Labour, Ms Cann will work under the direction of the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Economy and Labour. “Ms. Cann has worked in a variety […]

Commercial bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Pin Heads defeat the Spare Parts 3 – 1, Too Legit To Split defeat the Strike Force 3 – 1, while Who Gives A Split got by Sweet Life 3 – 1, and Butt & Vallis defeated the Secret Weapons 3 – 1. Men’s High […]

The Ministry of Health says that there has been an increase in reported cases of fever and respiratory symptoms on the island. A Government spokesperson said, “The Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit [ESU] at the Ministry of Health is alerting the public to an increase in reported cases of fever and respiratory symptoms, including Covid-19, the […]

The Government issued a traffic notice for the Bermuda Bicycle Association Jen and Friends Time Trial Road Race scheduled on Sunday [Oct 13]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that the Bermuda Bicycle Association Jen and Friends Time Trial Road Race will occur on Sunday, October 13th, 2024, […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that its Under-12 National Team is “embarking on a historic journey to compete in the prestigious Norwich City Mina Cup UK.” A spokesperson said, “The team will depart this evening, October 9th, 2024. This marks a significant milestone for the BFA’s youth development programme, showcasing the exceptional talent emerging […]

Gabriella Cechini — representing Mercersburg Academy — finished second competing in the Lehigh University’s Paul short cross country run 2024. Competing at the Lehigh University-Goodman campus, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Cechini clocked a personal best time of 18:29 over the 5k distance. Related Stories Armstrong Advances To Meet Of Champions Outerbridge Named Male Athlete Of The […]

Bermudian Christian Ebbin helped Tulane University achieve an impressive victory in sailing at the Open Atlantic Coast Championship Round 1B on St Mary’s River in St Mary’s City, Maryland, last weekend. The freshman and his team-mate Sabrina Anderson inspired Tulane to their fourth regatta win of the autumn. Ebbin and Anderson led Tulane by finishing […]

October 9 saw 436 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $12,057.00 BD. 36 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing at an even $2.00 per share, while the other 400 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing even at $30.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,460.35, even on […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 9] include notification of planning applications registered. List of Planning Applications Advertised on October 9, 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0929/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 09 October, 2024 The applications shown below are available for […]

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 10 is expected to see early cloud and a chance of one or two showers, brighter thereafter, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise […]

Bermuda Olympian Jack Harvey and his Penn State swimming and diving teammates got their season underway with a sweep of Navy 172-128 at Lejeune Hall. Harvey, Sean Honey, and Cooper Morely finished second, third, and fourth respectively in the men’s 200 yard backstroke; Harvey touched the wall with a time of 1:47.47. Harvey led off […]

The Bermudian Queens Rock Academy will host an event aimed at fostering self-awareness and building self-esteem among young girls from October 21 to 25 at the Women’s Resource Centre. With the theme, “A Journey of Resilience, Creativity, and Culture,” the [Her] Story Girls Club event is for girls aged 11 to 15 and hopes to […]

It was a mixed day on the beach for the under 23 teams from Bermuda as they continued competing in the 2024 NORCECA beach volleyball tour in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The Bermuda men’s team of Alexander Southern and Braedon Cooke, and the women’s pairing of Kaylee Trott and Hailey Trott took to the courts […]

The Association of Tennis Professionals [ATP] has approved a slot in their 2025 calendar for an ATP Challenger tour event to take place in Bermuda during the last week of March. A spokesperson said, “The event will be produced and executed by Same-Group Bermuda, LLC. Same-Group organizes sporting and arts events and also manages professional […]

Saltus announced the retirement of Board Chair Gil Tucker after 13 years, appointing E. Michael Leverock as his successor and celebrating Tucker’s significant contributions to the school and Bermuda community. A spokesperson said, “After an impressive 13-year tenure as Board Chair and 27 years as a Board Trustee, Saltus is announcing the retirement of Gil […]

Reggie Lambe made his Needham Market debut as he and his teammates defeated South Shields 3 – 0, with the Bermudian footballer scoring on his debut. The club’s match report said, “Needham Market record their first home league win at step 2 with a comfortable 3-0 victory over South Shields. “Kevin Horlock’s side made 2 […]

Appleby welcomed new pupils Skye Burrows, Mya Gibbons and Akira McDonald to its long-standing legal trainee programme in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The two-year programme which provides pupils with training across the firm’s Corporate, Dispute Resolution and Insurance departments involves three 4-month seats in the first year and one 12-month seat in the second year. Pupils are assigned a senior attorney as a […]

The Bermuda Football Association announced an addition to Senior Men’s National Team Squad for CNL 4.0 October window, noting that the BFA has extended an invitation to Leroy Lewis to join the squad from Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club. Coach Findlay said, “Due to the recent 4th Round Draw of the the FA Cup in the […]

Team Bermuda will compete in the 2024 edition of the Backyard World Team Championship, set to take place on Saturday, October 19. A spokesperson said, “After the successful staging of Backyard Ultra running events in 2022 and 2023, sponsored by Monument Re, Team Bermuda is set to take part in the Backyard World Team Championship […]

David Maycock and LeVinc Samuels made a great start to the 2024 PANAM Bowling Champion of Champions, which is being contested at the VIDENA Bowling Center of La Villa Deportiva Nacional [VIDENA] in Lima, Peru. On day one in the doubles, Maycock and Samuels finished 5th after 8 games with a total of 3,081 pins, […]

Daniel Phillips and his Arizona State men’s tennis teammates continued competing in the DI big 12 / SEC tennis challenge hosted by Baylor University, in Waco, Texas. In the doubles, Phillips and Nicola Cigna went down 8-7 to Alexander Frusina, and Jake Kennedy from Auburn University. In the singles, Phillips defeated Damien Nezar from the […]