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[Written by Stephen Wright] Emma Harvey and Madelyn Moore won medals on the final night of the swimming competition at the Central American and Caribbean Games in San Salvador, El Salvador. Harvey, who won silver in the women’s 50 metres backstroke on Saturday, finished third in the 50 butterfly in 27.11sec to take bronze. Her […]

Daniel Augustus was back in action on the Moonlight Golf Tour in Florida. Augustus shot a round of 3-over par 74 at the Eagle Dunes Golf Club Sorrento, Florida to finish T9th. The Bermudian golfer finished 6 strokes behind the winner Nicholas Diebel. Related Stories Bermuda Stroke Play Championship Results Bermuda Amateur Stroke Play Championships […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward made it three wins from three at the World Boccia Challenger in Santiago, Chile, yesterday [June 29]. DeSilva, competing in the BC1 Division, won 10-1 against a Canadian opponent. Meanwhile, Hayward won his match 8-3. Both players return to action today. Related Stories DeSilva & Hayward […]

Fidelis MGU said they are “delighted to be able to congratulate Fidelis Insurance Group on its initial public offering [IPO] with the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker FIHL.” Richard Brindle, Chairman and CEO of Fidelis MGU, said: “It has been an incredible year for the Fidelis brand culminating now with the listing of […]

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [June 30] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the Successful Negotiations with Government’s Largest Union Partners, Human Rights Commission-2022 Annual Report and Update on the United Nations Joint Programme: Building Back Equal Through Innovative Finance for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment. The Order […]

July 1st 2023 marks the 60th Anniversary of Rawlinson & Hunter in Bermuda [R&H]. A spokesperson said, “Established as a Chartered Accountancy and financial advisory services firm, R&H has served the International and Bermuda business community for over half a century, opening its doors in 1963.” Francine Mason, Senior Partner said “I am honoured to […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society has been awarded a grant of £50,000 [$62,800], funded by the UK Government through the Darwin Plus Local programme, to support its Micro Forest Project. A spokesperson said, “Launched in November 2021, the Micro Forest Project has cleared invasive species and replaced them with a mix of endemic and native plants […]

The second annual Bermuda Climate Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency, in partnership with KBRA, “attracted 119 separate companies with a total combined assets under management of ~$4.16 trillion,” the BDA said. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Climate Summit attracted 335 delegates, including 101 from overseas, and not only ensured Bermuda remained globally […]

Consumers paid 4.7% more in March 2023 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the March 2023 CPI from the Department of Statistics. “In summary, during March 2023, consumers paid 4.7 […]

Janhoi Bean Wilson and his Golcar Cricket Club 1st XI teammates defeated Delph and Dobcross Cricket Club by 121 runs in Huddersfield Cricket League action in the UK. Golcar won the toss and elected to bat, they scored 239/9 in their allotted 50 overs, J North was the top scorer with 81, Bean Wilson was […]

One Communications sponsored a Kids Zone at Harbour Nights last night [June 28] with families enjoying the event, which included games, music, dancing, characters and more. A spokesperson previously said, “This will be the second year the Company has sponsored the family-oriented event, aiming to bring joy, laughter and endless fun to the children and […]

A new community working group, Parents Advocacy Group for Education [PAGE], has been established to “become a voice for parents and concerned community members on educational practice in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “The new group is seeking a pause in aspects of primary education reform, while they also work to increase parent engagement with public […]

“I am proud to advise that the Economic Investment and Residential Certificate [EIRC] Policy continues to benefit Bermuda’s Economy by helping to support continued economic activity,” said the Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward, regarding the latest updates on the policy’s success to date. “The objective of the EIRC is to fully harness Immigration […]

“It is totally unacceptable that the Premier and colleagues have put people at risk by cutting back emergency service,” OBA MP Michael Dunkley said, adding that “thankfully they have reinstated the coverage due to pressure from the Opposition and many emergency professionals. ” Mr. Dunkley said, “The statement by the Minister of National Security is […]

[Opinion column written by MP Derrick Burgess] The PLP continues to have the people of Bermuda at the heart of it’s agenda. The Government made a commitment to strengthen social protections and provide relief to families. Strengthening Social protections In May of this year the Government released a policy paper highlighting elements of it’s Financial […]

The Eastern Schools Alliance said they “remain concerned about the ongoing primary school consolidation process.” A spokesperson said, “We, as concerned parents, do not oppose reform of the school system. We agree that the system needs to be improved to achieve equitable educational outcomes for all of Bermuda’s children. We simply want to ensure that […]

FoodHub will be hosting another Hiring Blitz at their new St. George’s location on King’s Square this Friday [June 30] and Saturday [July 1] from 10.00am to 6.00pm. A spokesperson said, “We’re looking to hire Waiters, Bartenders, Dining Room / Catering Manager, Baristas, Cleaners and more.” To learn more visit FoodHub.bm. Related Stories Athene Life […]

Bermuda has been featured in the Changing Seas television series in an episode titled “Bermuda: Life at Ocean’s Edge.” Changing Seas is a public television series produced by South Florida PBS in Miami, Florida and is now in its 15th season. The Changing Seas website said, “Bermuda is not only the shipwreck capital of the […]

Norwegian Joy arrived earlier than their scheduled arrival time on Tuesday [June 27] due to a crew member in need of medical attention . A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Tuesday 27th of June, 10:15 am – Bermuda Radio received a telephone call from Meyer Agencies informing that the Norwegian Joy would be arriving […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward continued their winning starts to the World Boccia Challenger in Santiago, Chile, yesterday [June 28]. DeSilva-Andrade, who won her opening BC1 Division game against an Argentinian opponent 9-0 on Tuesday, won her second match against a Brazilian opponent 4-1. She takes on a Chilean opponent today. […]

The Bermuda Under 23 League season continued with the Devonshire Cougars and BAA playing to a 3 – 3 draw at the BAA Field. Devonshire Cougars took the lead in the 10th minute through an own goal, and BAA responded with an equalizer in the 18th minute when Hunter Outerbridge scored. In the 48th minute, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kallan Todd has been hailed as a “superstar in the making” by Garon Wilkinson, the Bermuda Sanshou Association [BSA] president, after winning two titles at the World Kickboxing and Karate [WKA] World Championships in Bali, Indonesia, last week. Todd retained his K-1 junior title in the 95kg-plus division and won the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda swimmer Jack Harvey had a busy day in the pool competing in the men’s 50 metres backstroke and 200 freestyle at the Central American and Caribbean Games in San Salvador, El Salvador, yesterday [June 28]. Harvey, who came third in his 50 backstroke heat in 26.57sec, finished eighth in the […]

Gabriella Arnold competed in the Tour of America’s Dairyland in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In stage one action, Arnold finished 19th clocking a time of 1:16.47.9 representing LA Sweat. Related Stories Horsfield Competes At Whistler Canada Cup Bermuda National Time Trial Championships Flannery Competes In Loughborough Cycling Hopkins Continues Competing In France Caitlin Conyers Competes In Tour […]

Dame Flora Duffy — who already gave Bermuda a Guinness World Record listing as smallest country in the world to win a Summer Olympic gold medal — has acheived another record in the publication, who have now classified her as having the “most wins of the triathlon World Championships [female].” The listing says, “The most […]

Appleby has been named a finalist for International Legal Team of the Year at the 2023/24 STEP Private Client Awards. A spokesperson said, “The awards, which will take place in London on 21 September, aim to celebrate excellence among private client solicitors, lawyers, accountants, barristers, bankers, trust managers and financial advisers.” Cayman Islands partner and […]

June 28 saw 27 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $372.00 BD. 10 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $27.00 per share, while another 17 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $6.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,074.28, even on […]

The technologists at the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre successfully completed a comprehensive refresher course in Mammography Positioning Training. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [the Centre], the leading provider of breast imaging, accredited by the Canadian Association of Radiologists Mammography Accreditation Programme [CAR-MAP], is thrilled to announce that its team of technologists […]

The 2023 Deloitte Open Pickleball Tournament recently concluded, with some 120 entrants — ranging from 10 to 78 years old — taking part in the event. A spokesperson said, “Congratulations to all our semi-finalists and finalists! Especially those who made multiple appearances on Championship Monday – including Alvaro Triana who took home two first place medals. […]

Bermuda Education Network [BEN] and students from two public primary schools moved their lessons to the Botanical Gardens last Thursday, June 22nd for a day of outdoor learning. A spokesperson said, “The idea of a Discovery Day was conceived by Purvis Principal, Enid Furbert Jacobs who enlisted Bermuda Education Network [BEN] to organize activities for […]

The Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] hosted a workshop to “highlight the benefits of neurodiversity in the workplace.” A spokesperson said, “The June 15 event, which featured neuroplasticity expert Julia Harper, PhD, was part of ABIC’s drive to promote diversity, equity and inclusion [DEI] in Bermuda’s International Business [IB] community. “Neurodiversity describes variations in […]

The Highland Spring Junior Tennis Tournament returns to Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club starting on July 10, with matches scheduled to run until July 14. A spokesperson said, “Featuring age categories from 12 & under through 18 & under, the sanctioned tournament will also include a developmental green dot ball event for players under […]

Tomorrow [June 29], the Department of Youth & Sport is encouraging all interested young people to attend the Zone-In 18+ networking event. A spokesperson said, “It all gets underway at 6.00pm, at the Young Men’s Social Club’s Blue Diamond Lounge. Social media sensation Shawn ‘Mr. Fotogenik’ Simmons will lead an interactive discussion followed by DJ […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 28] include boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered, acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Board Criminal Injuries Compensation Board Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0544/2023 Amended Notice ID: GNO104/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 28 June 2023 The […]

Thursday, June 29 is expected to see early sunny periods, risk of a few showers developing later, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 28] with the list indicating that there are twenty bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 20 runs cancelled this morning, 30 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

Chare Smith and his Uphill Castle Cricket Club teammates defeated West Monkton Cricket Club by 10 wickets, in Somerset Cricket League Division 1 action. Batting first West Monkton was bowled out for 143, Richie Bellringer was the top scorer with 28, Ashley Allen was the pick of the Uphill Cricket Club bowlers with figures of […]

“Clearwater Middle School students produced a captivating film about the life and legacy of Mary Prince and the Ministry is delighted to recognize the extraordinary creativity of these young minds,” said Minister of Education Diallo Rabain. A Government spokesperson said, “Under the guidance of their Social Studies Teacher, Ms. Shimane Furroze, several M1 – M3 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward made winning starts to the World Boccia Challenger in Santiago, Chile, yesterday [June 27]. Andrade, who claimed silver at the World Boccia Cup in Montreal in May, won her opening BC1 Division match 9-0. Hayward won his men’s division match 16-0. Related Stories DeSilva-Andrade Ready For […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian Jason Rhind, who has carried out humanitarian work in Ukraine for more than a year, has spent the past nine months assisting military training units in the country after it was invaded by Russia. The former Royal Bermuda Regiment soldier is working and living with the 68th Jaegar Brigade, which […]

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 09/2023 in regards to the Cabinet Office. A spokesperson said, “On 21 June 2023, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 09/2023, Cabinet Office. The Applicant had submitted a Public Access to Information [PATI] request to the Cabinet Office for its records on tech companies BPMS Ltd, Innofund Ltd, Innofund […]

Dr. Matthew McAdams, Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, will be the guest speaker at the Bermuda HealthCare Services and Brown-Darrell Clinic quarterly “Docs for Dinner” event on June 29th at 6:30 p.m. at The Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club. A spokesperson said, “Dr. McAdams will speak on […]

Bermuda’s athletes made a triumphant return home following their impressive performance at the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin, Germany that saw them win 11 medals. The Bermuda team claimed a total of two gold, one silver, and eight bronze medals, which surpassed the eight medals they won at the previous Special Olympics in Abu […]

The 2023 Deloitte Open Pickleball Tournament continued at the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club. In men’s doubles 4.0 & above action Mark Cordeiro and Noah Browne defeated Matt Dragonetti and Courtland Boyle, while Matt Dragonetti and Christine Todd defeated Dominic Powell and Tori Powell in mixed doubles 4.0 & above action. Mixed Doubles 3.5-3.99 [Group […]

A video is circulating showing an incident that took place yesterday morning, and the police have explained that the person “appeared to have been experiencing a mental health episode.” A spokesperson said, “Whilst on patrol duty in the Crawl area, North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish on Tuesday, 27th June 2023, police officers encountered a male […]

The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an image of shimmering lights and boats in St. George’s Harbour. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You […]

“We have been working to eradicate the fallout issues and odours that have been experienced by our neighbours since the commissioning of the NPS and taking a systematic and calculated approach to resolving the issues,” BELCO said. BELCO President Wayne Caines said, “At BELCO, our entire team cares about the challenges our neighbours have faced […]

Premier David Burt and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain “will attend a public meeting in Sandys” next month to “discuss the concerns raised by the West End Warriors for Legacy Group,” the Government has confirmed. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier, the Hon. E. David Burt, and Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, will attend […]

Yesterday [June 26], Premier David Burt and Future Leaders Bermuda held a press conference to announce the 17 students selected to participate in the 2023 Future Leaders Summer Induction Programme. Premier David Burt said, “Good Afternoon to the Future Leaders team, students, and members of the media. Welcome to the Cabinet Office for the launch […]

Wine Diva Select will be holding two wine tasting events next month. A spokesperson said, “Wine lovers, get ready for an unforgettable evening of sensory indulgence with Wine Diva Select. Jo-Rena, Bermuda’s Wine Diva has announced the latest series by Wine Diva Select. Each experience, starting in July, will take you through an in-depth tasting […]