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The police have confirmed the sad news that a male motorcycle rider has died following a collision in St George’s this evening [June 20]. This, unfortunately, marks the 10th road traffic fatality of 2023 and this month has been especially tragic, with five people dying following collisions, two of which happened today, as the police previously confirmed […]

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 Ministry of Public Works advised that “due to the inclement weather last week, the ongoing Marsh Folly Road rock cut repair works had to be extended to Friday, June 30th, 2023.” A Government spokesperson said, “The repair work will continue to require a lane closure. The lane closures shall only commence during construction working […]

Noting that his “contributions to the labour movement in Bermuda were beyond measure,” the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] said they mourn the passing of Ottiwell Simmons. Mr Simmons at the 2018 Throne Speech A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Industrial Union mourns the passing of our former President and iconic leader of the labour movement, Brother […]

“There were no major incidents of anti-social behaviour” throughout the National Heroes’ Day holiday weekend, the police said today. A police spokesperson said, “Throughout the National Heroes’ Day holiday weekend, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] proactively monitored various social events, such as the carnival themed parties, as well as liquor licensed premises in the City […]

Wednesday, June 21 is expected to see sunny periods with a couple of showers around, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am […]

[Written by Carla Seely] The amount of money you have at your disposal is not always dependent on how much you earn. Whether you make a lot of money or you don’t, it’s all about how you choose to spend it that can make all the difference in the future. Earlier in the week, my husband […]

Soldiers have been swapping rifles for chainsaws as the Royal Bermuda Regiment ensures its readiness for relief work in the event of a hurricane. A spokesperson said, “At least 100 people from the battalion – including command and logistics elements – can be expected to launch into action after a major storm but the number […]

The Premier’s Concert will take place on Sunday [June 25] at at the Earl Cameron Theatre, City Hall. A Government spokesperson said, “Several local artists are set to take centre stage this weekend for the 2023 Premier’s Concert. And the public is encouraged to attend the annual event to support the island’s creatives. “Happening on […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 20] with the list indicating that there are fourteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 14 runs cancelled this morning, 28 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

The Deloitte Open Tennis tournament continued at the Pomander Gates Tennis Club, with only six matches able to be completed due to the inclement weather. In a battle of college students in the women’s open singles as Shelby Madeiros defeated Alexcie Burrows who retired down 1 – 0 in the second set after falling 6-1 […]

Due to a water outage, the Department of Workforce Development will close its office at 23 Parliament Street, Hamilton, to walk-in customers at 12.15pm today [June 20]. A Government spokesperson said, “The issue is being addressed, and the Department of Workforce Development apologizes to its customers for any inconvenience caused. Regular office hours will resume tomorrow.” […]

Jack and Kate Swikart put their names on the Edward Cross Long Distance Race trophy following their victory in the annual race. A total of 24 boats went to the startline, however  the race started with Stephen Dickinson, defending champion Benn Smith, and Maxwell Curtis all ruled Over the Start Line before the horn off […]

Aspen Insurance Holdings has appointed Robert Tartaglia to the newly created position of SVP, Chief Operations Officer, Insurance, starting on 3rd July. A spokesperson said,”Robert has over 20 years of complex global operations, IT, and transformation experience in insurance and reinsurance, including Global COO at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, Chief Broking COO at Aon, and […]

BMS Re, the specialty reinsurance arm of the global broking group BMS, today announced the appointment of Brendan O’Brien as Vice President. A spokesperson said, “Based in Bermuda, O’Brien will report to Chris McDowell, CEO of BMS Re Bermuda. “O’Brien will support BMS Re’s alternative risk transfer initiatives as well as contribute to the traditional […]

BF&M Limited today reported a net income of $10.5 million for the three months ended 31 March 2023, marking a significant improvement compared to a restated net loss for the comparative period in 2022 of $3.0 million. This marks the first quarter the Company is reporting under IFRS 17 and IFRS 9, the respective new accounting […]

The Bahamas National Swim Meet has concluded with Bermuda’s swimming team making a very impressive showing to claim a total of 50 medals; 16 gold, 17 silver and 17 bronze. Bermuda’s team included Elanna Fulton, Tallulah Parkinson-Bonard, Noah Maranzana, Violet Smith, Finn Moseley, Caleb Ingham, Flynn Watson-Brown, Connor Hupman, Brian Desmond, Thomas Cechini, Imojen Judd, […]

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] announced an upcoming info-session and open house style event titled “Fuelling Entrepreneurial Success: A Deep Dive into the BEDC Economic Empowerment Zone [EEZ] Initiative.” A spokesperson said, “The event, taking place this Thursday, June 22nd, 2023, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Somerset Incubator Hub, Forth House, 68 Somerset […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] More than $9,000 has been raised to help Russ Ford, a former nurse who helped increase HIV/Aids awareness in Bermuda in the 1980s, through bucket collections throughout the island. Mr Ford, the founder of Agape House, recently returned to the island after receiving care at a specialist hospital unit in Arizona […]

Noting that the OBA “support this bill which makes consequential amendments to the Public Access To Information Act 2010 and the PATI Regulations 2014,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said he is ”concerned that there has not been adequate discussions with all of the stake holders involved, especially small businesses.” Speaking in the House of Assembly, Mr. […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Laura Repose has won Bermuda’s first medal at the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin after claiming bronze in the women’s 800 metres. A team of 19 athletes are representing Bermuda at the Special Olympics, which started on Saturday [June 17], in athletics, bowling, equestrian, swimming and tennis. It is the […]

The police have confirmed the sad news that a man has died following a collision in Sandys early this morning [June 20]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:37am on Tuesday 20th June 2023, police were dispatched to a report of a collision on Malabar Road, at the junction with Heydon Road, Sandys. “Initial information suggests […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A local environmentalist has stressed the importance of cleaning household water tanks and addressed the thought that the Bermudian rooftop always sufficiently cleans rainwater for consumption. Jawonday Smith, who addresses the topic in a video he posted on YouTube, graduated from the University of the West of England in Bristol with […]

The Bermuda National Trust heritage awards were recently presented, honouring a number of groups and individuals for their work to “promote Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust’s annual heritage awards were presented on 15 June. The awards, sponsored by Butterfield & Vallis, recognise individuals, organisations, groups and schools that have […]

Executives from Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] have been representing Bermuda’s life insurance and reinsurance sectors at international conferences attended by leading industry experts and regulators in Paris and Seattle, Washington. A spokesperson said, “Executive Director Christine Patton, Executive Adviser Curtis Dickinson, Steve Hales, the Chief Executive Officer of Resolution Re and […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda under-19 national rugby team are heading to Gibraltar in preparation for the Rugby Americas North Under-19 Tournament in Kingston, Jamaica, next month. A squad of 18 players, coached by Anthony Cupidore and Christopher Naylor, will train together in Gibraltar and play matches against Bahia 89, a team from Spain, […]

One Body in Christ Movement For God’s Purpose has created a video tribute to Bermuda National Hero Dr. Pauulu Kamarakafego. A spokesperson said, “For the past two years One Body in Christ Movement For God’s Purpose, [an Island Wide Liturgical Dance and Creative Arts Ministry] has been inspired to celebrate and honour one National Hero […]

The Pure ‘White Party’ event was held on Sunday evening [June 18] in Hamilton, with the event held as part of the ‘Carnival in Bermuda’ festivities. You can view all our coverage of National Heroes Day here, and you can view all our coverage of Carnival in Bermuda by clicking here. Related Stories Photos: Carnival In Bermuda J’Ouvert Event Photo/Video/360 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dage Minors returned to action by winning the 1,500 metres at the New Balance Battle Road Twilight Series at Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts, on Saturday [June 17]. Competing for the first time since injuring his right knee during the last leg of the Swan’s Running Club Legends Race Series on […]

City Hall car park became an epicenter of revelry as the ‘Jam’ J’Ouvert celebration kicked off early this morning [June 19], with the event, which commenced at 3:00 am and continued until 9:00 am, seeing an exuberant crowd of revelers immersed in the energetic atmosphere of Carnival in Bermuda. You can view our first set […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jaydon Roberts and Robin Selley will represent Bermuda at the World Archery Youth Championships in Limerick, Ireland, next month. Roberts, 17, and Selley, 15, will become the first local archers to compete at the Championships, which run from July 3 to 9. “Our juniors are on the countdown to attend the […]

Tuesday, June 20 is expected to see more sun than cloud, with a few rogue showers around, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be […]

Boudicca took top honours in the Marion Bermuda Race, finishing the 705 mile race from Massachusetts today [June 19] in a record setting time of two days, 17 hours, 26 minutes, 27 seconds. The Marion Bermuda race website said, “In the early morning light on Monday, Richard Moody’s Boudicca crossed the Marion Bermuda Race finish line […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Tyler Smith has reflected on his performance at the World Triathlon Cup Huatulco in Mexico, where he finished 25th on Saturday [June 17]. The Bermudian finished the sprint-distance race – 750-metre swim, 20-kilometre bike and 5km run – in 55min 45sec. His splits were 9:01, 28:57 and 16:32. “Really enjoyed racing […]

The Carnival in Bermuda festivities are underway, with a large crowd of people enjoying themselves at the ‘Jam’ J’Ouvert celebration, which started at 3.00am this morning [June 19] at City Hall, with revelers enjoying tremselves until the event concluded at around 9.00am. You can view all our coverage of the National Heroes Day here, and […]

The annual Portuguese Festival of the Holy Spirit was held in St. George’s this weekend, with people from around the island coming to attend the festivities, which started on Friday and continued until Sunday. The Festival of the Holy Spirit started centuries ago in the Azores, and is still celebrated today by Portuguese citizens and […]

Take a ‘virtual visit’ to a nature reserve named after one of Bermuda’s National Heroes with the video, photos and 360° panoramas below providing a visual journey of the Gladys Morrell Nature Reserve in Sandys. When announcing her as a National Hero back in 2015, the Government said, “Many will remember Gladys Morrell as one […]

Bermuda is celebrating National Heroes Day today [June 19], honouring those who have made “significant positive contributions to the growth and development of society,” including Dame Lois Browne-Evans, Dr. E.F. Gordon, Dr. Pauulu Kamarakafego, Sir Henry Tucker, Mary Prince, Gladys Morrell, Sir E.T. Richards, and Sir John Swan. “A National Hero is someone who beyond […]

The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s National Championships continued with a road race, with Kaden Hopkins, Caitlin Conyers, Steven Smith, Cameron Morris, and Annabelle Miller all winning their divisions. Hopkins pulled away from the field on the first lap in the open male division, clocking a winning time of 2:14:55.802, Conor White was second stopping the clock […]

Bermuda swimmers were back in the pool  at the 2023 Bahamas National Swimming Championships in Nassau and continued to impress, winning another 16 medals. Up first was the 400m freestyle. In the girls 13-14 age group, Arabella Newport Derbyshire won the silver medal in a time 4:55.06, Marleigh Howes claimed the bronze medal in a […]

Bermuda Special Olympians began competing in Germany as the Special Olympics World Games competitions got underway. Tennis player Bridget Marshall took top the court three times falling in all three matches, Marshall fell 4 – 1 to Sonia Yanushok of Isreal, Marshall then went down 4 – 3 to Anumal Tomy of Bharati, and in […]

The second annual Eunice V. Sharpe Memorial Award will be presented on Wednesday [June 21] at the Francis Patton school’s transition ceremony. A spokesperson said, “Established in 2021 by the Baha’is of Hamilton Parish, with the endorsement of the school and the family of the late Mrs. Sharpe, the award commemorates the 100th anniversary of […]

The Youth Futsal League has had an eventful week, with a total of 54 goals scored. The spokesperson said, “As the league enters its final stages, the matches have become even more intense and closely contested. The games continue to be held on Sundays at the National Sports Centre’s Hockey Pitch, kicking off at 1:30pm. […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Erica Hawley admits she was “happy and surprised” with her best finish in a World Triathlon Cup race after finishing eleventh in Huatulco, Mexico, on Saturday [June 17]. The Bermudian finished the elite women’s sprint distance race – 750-metre swim, 20-kilometre bike and 5km run – in 1hr 1min 52sec. Her […]

The Deloitte Open Tennis Tournament got underway at the Pomander Gates Tennis Courts. On day one, Victoria Stephens came from a set down to defeat Nadhira Durham 1-6, 6-3, 6-2 in Women’s Open Singles action, while in Men’s B Singles action Numair Khan defeated Kyan Hands in straight sets 6-1, 6-4. Women’s Open Singles 6 […]

Chare Smith led Uphill Castle to victory over North Newton Cricket Club in the UK. Uphill Castle won the toss and sent North Newton to bat, they bowled them out for 77 after 25.1 overs. M Barham was the top scorer with 15 not out, while Smith was the pick of the bowlers returning figures […]

A police officer has been transported to hospital following a collision in Paget this evening [June 18]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:17pm on Sunday 18th June 2023, police motorcycles were on mobile patrol in the area of Trimingham Hill, Paget, when one of the officers were involved in a single vehicle collision. “The officer […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A squad of 77 athletes from 11 sports will represent Bermuda at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey, Channel Islands, next month. The opening ceremony takes place at the Osmond Priaulx Playing Field in Saint Peter Port on Saturday, July 8. More than 2,000 athletes from 24 member islands will […]

The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advised of “impacts to bus service on National Heroes Day, Monday 19 June 2023 due to extensive road closures required for Bermuda Carnival.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Holiday bus schedule will be in effect and although several routes will be impacted, major impacts are expected for Routes 10 […]

Monday, June 19 is expected to see scattered thunderstorms, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 95%. Sunrise will be at 6:12am and sunset will be at 8:28pm. […]