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The medal presentation for archery was held today [July 13] at the Island Games in Guernsey, with Bermuda archer Bernard Wade III standing on the podium twice, having won silver and bronze medals. Mr Wade’s two medals make up two of the seven Bermuda has won so far, as the men’s team tennis won bronze, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda tennis team will return home with three bronze medals after a successful NatWest International Island Games campaign in Guernsey, the Channel Islands. Shelby Madeiros, in the women’s singles, and Gavin Manders and James Finnigan, in the men’s doubles, won bronze to add to the men’s team’s third-place finish in […]

Two women and 14 men have taken their places at Warwick Camp as members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment. A spokesperson said, “Two women and 14 men are the latest rookie soldiers to take their places at Warwick Camp as members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment. “Recruits aged from 18 to 50 signed up for […]

The Corporation of St. George’s will be holding a Pre-Cup Match Extravaganza on Friday, July 21 at 6.00pm at King’s Square in St. George’s. Mayor Quinell Francis announced: “It is both my honour and pleasure, on behalf of the residents and businesses of the Town of St. George, to invite our fellow Bermudians, residents, and […]

The Economic Development Department announced that eight Bermudians – Esaiah Lister, Dallas Scott, Melody Bean, Olivia Washington, Owen Millett, Tim Augustus, Zaire Lodge, and Trey Simons – have enrolled in the second annual global Fintech Education Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that eight Bermudians have enrolled in […]

Butterfield is offering a free money management and financial literacy class next week for full-time college and university students between the ages of 18 and 30. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield 101 Money Management Programme will be held on Thursday, 20 July, from 5:30p.m. on the second floor of Butterfield’s Head Office. Retail banking professionals […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [July 13], with the list indicating that there are forty-three bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 43 runs cancelled this morning, 31 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

The Governor hosted a dinner at Government House with most of the former Aides-de-Camp [ADCs] and their spouses to celebrate 50 years of Bermudians serving as Aides-de-Camp to the Governors of Bermuda. Government House posted the photos online below, and said, “Celebrating 50 years of Bermudians serving as Aides-de-Camp to the Governors of Bermuda. “On […]

The Bermuda Red Cross will hold a town hall meeting on climate change this evening [July 13] at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s from 5.30pm until 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Red Cross town hall meetings on climate change are your chance to ask the critical questions, gather information and take responsibility for our island’s future. […]

On Tuesday, July 18, starting at 12.00pm, the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport will have a series of celebration activities to recognize the achievement of Bermuda’s Special Olympians at the World Games in Berlin last month. A Government spokesperson said, “Nineteen athletes participated in a range of sports, including athletics, bowling and tennis, among […]

Students from Vauvert Primary School in Guernsey have made Bermuda-themed posters to decorate the team’s hotel as they continue to compete at the Island Games. The effort put into the posters is clear from the obvious studying done by the children, with the posters highlighting facts about the island, including that we collect rain on […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward held a press conference to formally release the November 2022 Labour Force Survey Report from the Department of Statistics, with the report stating that Bermuda’s unemployment rate was recorded at 3.1%. Minister Hayward said, “Good Afternoon/ Today I am pleased to formally release the November 2022 Labour Force […]

Bermudian golfer Daniel Augustus was back in action on the Moonlight Golf Tour in Florida. Augustus shot a round of 2-under par 69 at the Eagle Dunes Golf Club Sorrento, Florida to finish 12th; he finished 4 strokes behind the winner Juan Guerra from the Dominican Republic. Related Stories Augustus Competes In APGA Championship Bermuda […]

The 2023 Rugby Americas North [RAN] Men’s Under 19 Tournament got underway at the University of West Indies’ Mona Bowl in Jamaica. It was a mixed day for Bermuda in the men’s Under 19 Pool B, as they opened up with a 48 – 0 win over Guyana. Bermuda would then face the host Jamaica […]

The Bermuda High School [BHS] announced the results of its 2023 International Baccalaureate Diploma cohort. New Head of School, Ms. Carol A. Swainson commented, “I am pleased to share this excellent set of exam results for our Class of 2023. 100% of our students have achieved their IB Diplomas, which is well above the worldwide pass […]

A Beating of the Retreat Ceremony was held on the Cabinet Office Grounds in Hamilton last night [July 12]. A Government spokesperson previously said, “This colourful pageant of military music, popular tunes, and precision drill is performed by the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band and Corps of Drums, Bermuda Islands Pipe Band and the Bermuda Highland […]

More than 20 young people are learning, working and having fun together in the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s summer camp for its Junior Leaders. A spokesperson said, “The two-week programme operates both as a culmination of training efforts for those who have been in the organisation for some time and as a launch pad for others […]

The Ministry of Public advised that “North Shore Road, at the eastern end of the Aquarium will undergo trenching works from One Communication and a lane will be closed for motorists. ” A Government spokesperson said, “The works will commence on Tuesday, July 18th, 2023 through Friday, July 21st, 2023. Motorists when traveling will have to […]

“Domestic workers, whether full-time or part-time and living in or out of their employer’s home, are entitled to receive the minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40 as of 1 June 2023,” the Ministry said today. A Government spokesperson said, “With the implementation of the national minimum hourly wage and considering the number of queries received […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s tennis players are expected to bring home more medals after a superb day of competition at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey, the Channel Islands, today [July 12] Shelby Madeiros, in the women’s singles, and Gavin Manders and James Finnigan, in the men’s doubles, will compete in the semi-finals of […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda sailor Nicole Stovell is firmly in the medal hunt going into the final day of the ILCA 6 class after another solid display in difficult conditions at the Guernsey Yacht Club today. Stovell is in third place after eight races with a net total of 28 points. Fourth-place Maria Gornes […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda golfer Ebonie Cox leads the way in the women’s individual competition after two rounds at the L’Ancresse Links Golf Course at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey, the Channel Islands. Cox, who carded a first-round score of 73 yesterday, followed up by shooting 79 today for a total of 152. She […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] are “partnering to develop the BCB’s sustainability goals.” A spokesperson said, “The BCB is Bermuda’s national sporting body for local and international cricket and KBB is one of Bermuda’s most established environmental charities whose impact reaches across Bermuda and beyond. “Both charities are working closely […]

The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports Owen Darrell met with Bermuda football legend Shaun Goater, which was “was an opportunity for the Minister to discuss local football, youth development and sports in general with one of Bermuda’s most recognizable athletes.” Minister Darrell said, “The public will know that Mr. Goater famously played as a […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 12] include acting appointments, liquor licence, notification of planning applications registered and assent. Commissioner Of Corrections Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0586/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Corrections Publication date: 12 July 2023 Government Notice Number: ___________ Acting Appointment – Commissioner Of Corrections […]

“A suggestion was put forward by the West End Warriors for the Government to re-evaluate the scoring of the Sandys area, which the Government agreed to consider,” Premier David Burt said at the Town Hall meeting held by the West End Warriors last night [July 11]. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Premier, the Hon. […]

A “male in his 50s was taken into police custody” following an assault at Pembroke Parish residence “involving a male and female who are known to each” other, with the female victim taken to hospital for treatment for a head wound and subsequently released. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], has commenced an […]

During the 14th edition of the International Conference of Information Commissioners [ICIC], the Bermuda Information Commissioner was re-elected to the ICIC’s Executive Committee, with the renewed term set to runs until 2026. Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez was delighted with the announced result. She stated, “This re-election, and the participation of two individuals from our Office on […]

Bernard Wade III has won his second medal at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey after winning bronze in the men’s recurve head-to-head knockout today. Wade, who claimed silver in the WA men’s 1440 recurve on Monday, beat Jason Le Page of Guernsey, 6-5 in the bronze-medal match. This marks the third medal for Bermuda […]

Helix Underwriting Partners, announces they have “entered into an equity investment agreement under which Arch Capital Holdings has become a minority shareholder in the Bermuda-based agency.” A spokesperson said, “The transaction further solidifies the strong trading relationship between Helix and Somers Re Ltd. [Somers], which began in April 2021 with the launch of the Excess […]

Over 40 people attended the BEDC’s graduation dinner for the 5th Cohort of the Enterprise Bermuda [E.B.] incubator program. The event, which was held on July 4th, opened with a welcome message by the Chairman of the Board, Jache Adams who shared words of encouragement to the graduating cohort. He stated, “You each dedicated 12 […]

Sancho Smith has earned the KPMG 2023 Scholarship, which is valued at $20,000 per annum for a total of up to three years. A spokesperson said, “After a rigorous selection process, KPMG in Bermuda has chosen Sancho Smith to receive the KPMG 2023 Scholarship. Sancho received the award because he represents the firm’s values of excellence, […]

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] have a record number of Bermudian students for the annual BILTIR Intern Programme. A spokesperson said, “This year, BILTIR member companies are welcoming twenty-nine students from across the island, beating last year’s record of twenty-six. The students will join BILTIR companies for 10 weeks of paid work […]

J’Nai Butterfield-Steede scored helping New Mills FC draw 2 – 2 with Wythenshawe FC. Coming on as a second-half substitute in their preseason friendly, Butterfield-Steede scored for his team in the 69th minute to make it 2 – 1 as he cut in from the right and curled his effort into the back of the […]

“As this issue is a devolved responsibility of the Government of Bermuda, the UK Government is therefore supportive of Bermuda’s own efforts to diversify its economy and encourage investment,” British MP David Rutley said. During the British Parliament’s session on July 10th, Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell asked the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and […]

Ingine today announced its partnership with QuoVadis to “enhance the choice of cloud-based IT solutions offered to organisations in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Ingine will now offer a complete suite of cloud solutions to new and existing customers as a managed service to help them fully digitalise their workplace through tighter integration with existing applications, […]

The Town of St. George said they are “proud to mark a significant milestone on this memorable day, July 12, 2023″ as they “commemorate the 411th anniversary of the momentous event that laid the foundation for our charming Town of St. George. ” A spokesperson said, “This day, back in 1612, saw the arrival of […]

Essent Group Ltd. has completed its acquisition of Agents National Title Holding Company and Boston National Holdings from Incenter LLC. A spokesperson said “Essent Group Ltd. announced today that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Agents National Title Holding Company [Agents National Title] and Boston National Holdings LLC [Boston National Title] through its […]

HSBC Bermuda is celebrating Sharon Jacobs and Debbie Lewis as they reach their 55th and 45th anniversaries of employment with the Bank. A spokesperson said, “As Cup Match approaches and excitement builds both within HSBC Bermuda and across the island, the Bank has further cause for celebrations, as it recognizes two of its longest serving employees. Last week, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s two football teams remain on course for medals at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey, the Channel Islands. The men’s under-23 and women’s teams finished their group phases with nine points from three games, coming top of their pools and advancing to the semi-finals on Thursday. The under-23 side […]

[Written by BHS student Iona van Niekerk] From June 10th to 12th, a seminar was held by former Real Madrid CF football fitness coach Javier Mallo and Real Madrid CF doctor Elena Isla to help coaches in Bermuda with training young athletes. 25 youth football coaches, physical education teachers, physiotherapists, and fitness trainers signed up […]

The Bermuda National Gallery [BNG] is hosting an lineup of artist-led events this summer, including workshops in silverpoint drawing, mixed media collage and fashion illustration; along with a talk by British artist Rana Begum. A spokesperson said, “Events begin this coming Saturday, July 15, with a two-hour silverpoint drawing workshop led by Dr Charles Zuill. […]

Heineken and Burrows, Lightbourn Ltd. introduced Heineken Silver, a new beer that offers an amazingly smooth taste and refreshing finish for beer enthusiasts on the island. A spokesperson said, “Heineken and Burrows, Lightbourn Ltd. are thrilled to introduce Heineken Silver, a new beer that offers an amazingly smooth taste and refreshing finish for beer enthusiasts […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 11] include notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, acting appointments, notice of intended domestic partnership and notice of intended marriage. Clean Air Act Bermuda Commercial Laundry Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Intention to Construct a Controlled Plant Notice ID: GN0582/2023 Public Authorities / […]

Wednesday, July 12 is expected to be sunny periods with chance of a few showers, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at 6.21am […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [July 11], with the list indicating that there are thirty-two bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 32 runs cancelled this morning, 33 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

The PLP said they join “Bahamians around the world in celebrating the Bahamas 50th Independence Day. A spokesperson said, “The historical links between our islands date back to 1648 when the first European settlers in the Bahamas were 70 disaffected Bermudians fleeing religious and political persecution brought there under the leadership of the onetime Governor […]

The Bermuda Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [SPCA] has announced that rescue dog Xena has “finally found her forever home.” The Bermuda SPCA posted the video below online, saying, “We are thrilled to announce that Xena has finally found her forever home! Thanks to the hard work, dedication, and love from our […]

Students at The Berkeley Institute have participated in The Sustainable Living Project, with their project being displayed at Masterworks. A spokesperson said, “Students in Ms. Diamond Outerbridge Learning Support Classes at The Berkeley Institute have participated in The Sustainable Living Project. “It builds on previous projects which have centered around two classroom themes; futurism and […]

Bermudian Tiffany Slaton has been appointed as the head coach of the Indiana Tech Archery program. The Indiana Tech Warriors website said, “Tiffany Slaton has been tabbed as the head coach of the Indiana Tech Archery program, Director of Athletics Jessie Biggs announced.” “Tiffany brings a wealth of knowledge and competitive experience to our Archery […]