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The Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League resumed this week with a high-scoring double-header at the PCC Hockey Rink, where 15 goals were scored across two matches. ACT 7, BDA Spirits 3 ACT earned a 7-3 victory over BDA Spirits behind a strong offensive showing that kept them in third place and within reach of the […]

SailGP provided an overview of the upcoming season, which will include 13 teams and 13 events, including a race in Bermuda, and millions of dollars in prize money for the season. A spokesperson said, “SailGP is back – and the 2026 Season promises to be faster and closer than ever. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering […]

Bermudian swimmer Rhys Insley contributed to a dominant victory for the Canisius University men’s swimming and diving team, which defeated Little Three rival St. Bonaventure 208-86 at the Reilly Center Pool. Insley secured a second-place finish in the men’s 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 58.69 seconds. His performance led a 2-3 finish for the […]

Bermuda footballers Justin Donawa and Keziah Martin made their debuts for Hereford in their FA Trophy fourth-round defeat at home to AFC Fylde today [January 10]. The match finished 2–2 after regulation time, with the visiting side edging the contest 4–3 in a penalty shootout. Winger Donawa recently joined Hereford from Brackley Town, while midfielder […]

Sunday, January 11 is expected to see early sunny spells with a shower or two developing later, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be […]

Footballer Willie Clemons scored for Leiston in their 4-1 win at home to Kettering Town in the Southern League Premier Division Central today [January 10]. The Bermuda national team midfielder netted his side’s second goal after turning home in a corner in the 82nd minute. Clemons was named his side’s man of the match. Related […]

Footballer Nahki Wells provided an assist as Luton Town secured a 2-1 home victory over Stevenage in Sky Bet League One today [January 10]. The Bermuda striker, who joined Luton from Bristol City last summer, set up Gideon Kodua for Luton’s decisive goal in the 64th minute. The win lifts Luton to seventh in the […]

The PGA Tour officially announced the 2026 FedExCup Fall schedule, which features eight events, including the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at the Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton, Bermuda in October. A spokesperson said, “The PGA TOUR revealed Friday its schedule for the 2026 FedExCup Fall, an eight-event slate that plays a critical role in finalizing […]

Ascot Group celebrates its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of growth, innovation, and global impact in specialty insurance, including its presence in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Ascot Group, a global leader in specialty insurance, proudly marks the start of its year-long 25th anniversary celebration, commemorating a legacy of partnership, innovation, and resolute commitment to clients […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, January 10th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, and on Thursday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive. The weekly shipping schedule, which is subject to change, follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Shipping […]

The Government has issued an expression of interest for “mural paintings of bus shelters with cultural significance.” The Government website said, “Are you a talented artist, community group or a school with a passion for community art and cultural storytelling? We invite you to participate in an exciting three-year initiative to transform bus shelters into […]

Somerset Trojans extended their lead in First Division standings with a victory, while North Village Rams rallied to defeat Devonshire Cougars in Premier Division action at Bernard Park. Somerset Trojans 1, Wolves 0 Somerset Trojans broke a late deadlock to secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Wolves. Following a scoreless first half, Kymani McNeil scored […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] will be closed to visitors on Monday, 12 January, from 12:00 p.m. [last admission at 11:00 a.m.] until 9:00 a.m. Thursday, 15 January. A Government spokesperson said, “This closure will facilitate essential maintenance work on the North Rock Tank. This phase of the project […]

The 2026 SailGP season will see a record 13 teams compete for the Rolex SailGP Championship across multiple high-stakes events, including one in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The 2026 Season will see a record number of teams take to the SailGP startline. More teams, more competition and heaps more action. “Here’s our guide to the 13 […]

Liberty Specialty Markets has appointed David Saillen as chief underwriting officer for Europe, effective immediately, with responsibility for underwriting performance across the region. A spokesperson said, “Liberty Specialty Markets [LSM], part of Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Saillen as chief underwriting officer [CUO] Europe, effective immediately. Based in […]

January 9 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,174.32, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 48 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 […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [January 9] include notice of intended marriage, notification of planning applications registered and cancellation of registration. Maritime Marriage: Neil Appleton & Karen Simpson Notice type: Legal Notice Notice sub type: Notice of Intended Marriage [Maritime] Notice ID: LN0041/2026 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 09 […]

Netball Bermuda has confirmed the fixtures for its junior and senior tournaments, both of which will take place at Bernard Park tomorrow [January 10]. The Juniors Merle Parfitt Hustle Tournament will open the day’s action, featuring young players competing across three divisions — under-10, under-13 and under-16. Each age group will contest a series of […]

At non-alcoholic cocktail competition will be held on January 30th at The Loren at Pink Beach. A spokesperson said, “Discovery Wines & Spirits will spotlight the growing demand for premium alcohol-free cocktails at Zero Proof. A Non-Alcoholic Experience, taking place on Friday, January 30, 2026, at The Loren at Pink Beach. For the first time, the property […]

The Terceira’s Family of Stations awarded two brand new Honda scooters to two lucky customers, with Treshun Smith and Laurie Darrell winning the giveaway. A spokesperson said, “The Terceira’s Family of Stations has done it again — spreading holiday cheer across the island with its highly anticipated 2025 Christmas Bike Giveaway, awarding two brand new Honda SH […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] announced that the Senior Men’s National Team training squad has been identified as part of the ongoing preparations for the upcoming international cricket calendar. A spokesperson said, “Members of the selected training squad have been contacted and are invited to attend an important team meeting scheduled for 15 January 2026. […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board today announced that it will start replacing old x-ray equipment in the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre on Monday 12 January. A spokesperson said, “This is part of the BHB’s replacement and upgrade project of its older diagnostic equipment, which was announced in March last year. New CT, MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine and x-ray […]

92-year-old Bernice Juxon-Jones has earned a Master of Philosophy degree in Medieval German from Swansea University. A statement from the University said, “A lifelong passion for learning has driven Bernice Juxon-Jones to continue her studies into her retirement. Now at the age of 92 she has just been awarded a Master of Philosophy degree in […]

Bermuda’s Campbell Patton delivered a strong performance at the 2026 ILCA Oceania & Australian Open & Youth Championship, finishing 11th in the 40-boat ILCA 7 fleet. The Hobart regatta tested 191 competitors over six days on the River Derwent, with short, sharp waves and shifting tides challenging even the most experienced sailors. Training out of […]

Nicholas Christopher, who is starring as Soviet chess champion Anatoly Sergievsky in the Broadway revival of Chess, has been featured in an interview with Playbill, reflecting on his career, background and approach to performance. Despite headlining a major Broadway production, Christopher he said he maintains a light perspective on the profession. “I don’t take what […]

Spectators attending the Butterfield Mile on Front Street will have an added attraction on Friday [January 16], with a mascot race set to bring entertainment to the evening’s festivities. The race will take place at 6.45pm, following a performance by the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band, and will feature a short dash of 200 metres along […]

A number of educational events are set to take place over the coming months, including Ashay: What’s It All About? Lunch and Learns, the Ashay Clubs for children at St. Monica’s Church, and the Mobile African Foundation Timeline art installation at the Bermuda Society of Arts. The Ashay: What’s It All About? Lunch and Learn […]

The 2026 Bermuda Restaurant Weeks will feature more than 50 participating restaurants offering two-course lunches and three-course dinners priced between $35 and $69. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Restaurant Weeks [RW2026], led by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], returns for its 16th year from January 16 through February 16, 2026, inviting residents and visitors to experience […]

Better Would – a collaborative installation by Bermudian artist Kimberley Fisher with photography by Ish Yakub Corday and Blair Raughley Masters – will have an opening reception on January 16, an artist talk on January 22, and a family workshop on February 14. A spokesperson said, “Better Would is an art installation by Kimberley Fisher, […]

[Opinion column written by MP Zane DeSilva] To some the housing issue is “somebody else’s problem,” but to us, housing is about whether a senior can afford to stay in the home or neighbourhood they helped build. It’s about whether a young family can put down roots instead of bouncing from rental to rental, and […]

Bermudian swimmer Taylor White helped Bentley University’s women’s swimming and diving team earn a 189-101 victory over St. Michael’s College at the Dana Center. White, a senior from Warwick, contributed points in both individual and relay events as Bentley recorded another dual-meet win. She won the Women’s 500-yard freestyle, touching first in 5:20.28 to secure […]

Connecticut Public has highlighted Bermuda’s historical ties to Native American communities in an article entitled “The Hidden History of Indigenous Slavery in New England and Beyond.” The Connecticut Public story said, “Growing up, Dominique Williams visited her grandmother every weekend. And on each trip, she was greeted by a piece of her past, a name […]

Brit Group Holdings Limited will begin writing Property D&F in Bermuda through Brit Re. A spokesperson said, “This will see Brit Re write US and Global Property D&F from January, with a focus on US-based complex risks. Core appetite will include industrial, manufacturing and realty risks, among other industry verticals. “The new offering will be […]

January 8 saw 1,247 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $25,934.85 BD. 1,247 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 7.5% at $21.50 per share. The BSX finished at 3,174.32, up 0.47% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the 2025 Q2 Balance of Payments & International Investment Position publication. The Minister explained, “Bermuda’s trade with non-residents resulted in a $532 million surplus for the second quarter of 2025, down $34 million from a year ago. “Transactions related to trade in goods led to a contraction of the […]

A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the aggravated burglary at a Hamilton Parish residence, A police spokesperson said, “A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the aggravated burglary that occurred during the early morning hours of January 1, 2026, at a residence in Hamilton Parish. “Following a thorough and ongoing […]

Walk to Calvary Bermuda has officially launched its 2026 casting call. A spokesperson said, “Walk to Calvary Bermuda, the island’s longest-running cultural faith experience, is officially launching its 2026 Casting Call, inviting Bermudians of all ages to step into the story and become part of one of Bermuda’s most powerful Good Friday traditions. “Rehearsals will […]

Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons praised members of the Bermuda community and local media for their swift cooperation in assisting police during yesterday’s [January 7] search for an 8-year-old boy in Sandys Parish. Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “It is important to comment and commend the way several members of our Bermuda community, as […]

Bermuda College is “encouraging new and returning students who need help funding their studies to apply now for financial aid ahead of the upcoming application deadlines for the spring term.” A spokesperson said, “Financial assistance is available to students pursuing academic [credit] programmes, as well as those enrolled in professional and career advancement courses offered […]

Friday, January 9 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 7.21am and sunset […]

Ben Claridge is expected to return to the island to defend his title in the Butterfield Mile elite women’s race on Front Street next Friday [January 16]. The Briton, who won the last year’s race in 4min 10.76sec, is among the field listed in the Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge Official Programme. Also returning are Americans […]

The Bermuda National Athletics Association hosted the opening Carifta Games Trial Meet at the Flora Duffy Stadium. The event marked the start of the qualifying window, with several athletes coming close of the standards required for the regional showpiece. Several competitors produced encouraging performances, with a number getting nearer to booking their place at the […]

Anna Vess is expected to return to the island to defend her title in the Butterfield Mile elite women’s race on Front Street next Friday [January 16]. The American, who won last year’s race in 4min 52.92sec, is among the field listed in the Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge Official Programme. Also returning are Britain’s Ellie […]

The Bermuda Football Association has released the schedule for this weekend’s matches. The weekend kicks off with a double-header at Bernard Park tomorrow [January 9]. In the First Division opener, sixth-placed Wolves face league leaders Somerset Trojans at 7pm. That match will be followed by a Premier Division game between North Village and Devonshire Cougars […]

Bermudian ice hockey player Blake Montgomery has called for the University of Wisconsin Badgers men’s team’s supporters to head to the Kohl Centre tomorrow [January 9] for a “Chuck-A-Puck” charity event as they face Alaska-Anchorage. Freshman forward Montgomery, who recently helped the second-ranked Badgers reach the Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off championship game, is using his […]

Cricketer Kamau Leverock has once again been drafted for the Legends League Cricket in India. The all-rounder has been selected for the Pune Panthers, where he will join a star-studded squad led by West Indian Kieron Pollard. The Panthers’ line-up also includes all-rounder Dwayne Bravo and Sri Lankan batter Upul Tharanga. The tournament, which features […]

Friends of Hospice, the charity that has provided support to Agape House Bermuda’s only hospice for the past 31 years, has officially changed its name to Compassionate Care Partners to “better align with its mission and organizational growth.” A spokesperson said, “The new name embraces the care ethos that the organization opted to select, The […]

The Bank of Butterfield repurchased for cancellation 150,968 common shares in December 2025. The filing with the BSX stated, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited informs the Bermuda Stock Exchange that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the Bermuda Stock Exchange Listing Regulations, the company repurchased for cancellation 150,968 common shares at an average […]

The Department of Parks has announced that vendor applications are now open for the 85th Annual Agricultural Exhibition, taking place at the Botanical Gardens in Paget from April 23–25. The Government posted the graphic online below, saying, “The Department of Parks is pleased to announce that vendor applications are now open for the 85th Annual […]

January 7 saw 9,196 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $204,224.00 BD. 656 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 2.0% at $49.00 per share, while another 8,500 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 11.1% at $20.00 per share. 40 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks […]