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[Written by Stephen Wright] Johnny Barnes, the Bermuda Racing-owned thoroughbred, who enjoyed a successful four-year racing career, has died aged 11. Named after the island’s legendary well-wisher, who died aged 93 in 2016, the four-legged Johnny Barnes was the first horse purchased by Bermuda Racing for €310,000 [about $415,000] in December 2013. Trained by the […]

Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch says that the Government is “fully aware of the impact that the recent heavy rainfall has had on our roadways” and that the Ministry is “actively addressing this issue.” Minister Burch said, “We are fully aware of the impact that the recent heavy rainfall has had on our […]

The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [June 7], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the National Heroes Day Celebrations 2023, Special Olympics 2023, Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage] Order 2023 and Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage Entitlement] Regulations 2023, and the Bermuda Monetary Authority Annual Report 2022. The Order of […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 6] include acting appointments, public notification & notification of planning applications registered. Acting Appointment :- Director Of Public Prosecutions Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0495/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 06 June 2023 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Director […]

Wednesday, June 7 is expected to be sunny day, increasing cloud overnight, with the high to be near 26°C/79°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 67%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset will […]

Kaden Hopkins and his Vendee U teammates concluded competing in the 68th Ronde de l’Oise in France. Stage four was a 158.9km race between Breuil-le-Sec and Liancourt, Hopkins crossed the line 40th clocking a time of 3:41:54, he finished 48 seconds behind the stage winner Frank Van Den Broek. After four stages, the Bermudian cyclist […]

The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] will “promote Bermuda’s burgeoning Financial Technology [FinTech] sector at the Money 20/20 Europe conference.” A spokesperson said, “Money20/20 Europe focusses primarily on the future of payments and financial services and is being held this year in Amsterdam, Netherlands from June 6–8.” David Hart, CEO, BDA said, “The BDA’s presence […]

A Bermudian sailor who died “after he was pursued by a white mob in one of the UK’s worst outbreaks of racist violence” back in 1919 will have a a permanent headstone placed on his grave. A BBC story said, “A sailor who died after he was pursued by a white mob in one of […]

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission [SEC] has filed charges against two of the most prominent crypto companies in the world, with today’s charges against Coinbase following after the charges it filed against Binance yesterday. Coinbase A statement from the SEC about the Coinbase matter said, “The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Coinbase, Inc. […]

An Argus subsidiary has entered into an agreement  to purchase a 36.9% shareholding in the BF&M insurance company for $100 million, with Argus noting that “we would not expect this transaction to result in BF&M changing its service, contracts or personnel.” In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings Limited said it […]

‘Same World,’ an exhibition by Masterworks’ 2023 Artist in Residence Jordan Carey, has opened, with two upcoming workshops on Sunday, June 11 and Saturday, June 17. A spokesperson said, “This past Friday, June 2, Same World, an exhibition by Masterworks’ 2023 Artist in Residence Jordan Carey, opened in the Rick Faries Gallery. The exhibition highlights […]

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] will host the “Mapping the Future: North East Hamilton Plan & the Approved Residential Scheme Guidelines” seminar on Tuesday, June 13 from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Join us for an enlightening seminar as we delve into the exciting prospects that lie ahead for the North East Hamilton […]

The Bermuda Innovation & Technology Association [BITA] is partnering with Bermuda Asset Management [BAM] and BridgingTheGap Ventures for an “inspired blue economy experience” at the upcoming SDG Disrupter Summit, with 50 free spots for young people between the ages of 17 and 35. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Innovation & Technology Association is proud to partner […]

Dr Lisa Boden has been appointed as the new Head of the Royal Dick School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. The University of Edinburgh website said, “A leading specialist in veterinary public health and population medicine has been appointed as the new Head of the Royal [Dick] School of Veterinary Studies. […]

Keisha Allen-Smith appeared as one of the keynote speakers in the recent global Black Mental Health Virtual Speaker Series held as part of Mental Health Awareness Month. The two-day event, Progressing From Stigmas to Solutions, was presented by the Black Speakers Network and Speak Black Woman. Ms Allen-Smith, whose presentation, Reduce Stress and Energise Your […]

Property Speciality insurer and reinsurer IQUW has announced the appointment of ex-Validus Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Edward Noonan as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the IQUW Holdings Bermuda Board. A spokesperson said, “Noonan has over 40-years’ experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry and is the Executive Chairman of Core Specialty and served as […]

The Pan American Qualifying Squash Championships got underway with Bermuda’s Noah Browne, Anaya Smith, and Taylor Carrick all taking to the courts. In his first round match that took 25 minutes to complete, Carrick lost in three straight games 11-6, 11-5, 11-6 to Jose Tomas Gallegos from Chile. Smith also lost in his first round […]

Bermuda’s Star Sailors League team will return to Grandson, Switzerland this week to train for the 2nd edition of the Star Sailors League Gold Cup. During the five days of training, the Team will be put through their paces by Australian sailing champion/racing coach Alex Gough, who is an experienced RC44 and TP52 sailor. The […]

Christian Ebbin and his St. George’s School Sailing teammates finished third in the ISSA Mallory National Championships in the U.S. Ebbin — sailing the St. George’s A Division boat — finished with 90 points after winning two of the 15 races held, with Ebbin finishong in the top ten in all but one race. Related […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A local women’s cricket team – the Bermuda Triangle Gems – tested themselves against overseas competition at the recent Georgia Women Cricket Association’s tenth annual T20 tournament. Seven players from Warwick Workmen’s Club women’s team – Chantel Oosthuizen, who captained the side, Karen Hodgson, Yasla Simmons, Antoinette Robain, Tracey Jackman, Rebecca […]

Cole Brauer won the Bermuda One-Two Yacht race, with Ms Brauer singlehandedly sailing 635 nautical miles from Rhode Island, claiming a commanding victory on this leg, with the next sailor not expected to finish until tomorrow. As of this writing the tracker indicates the next closest yacht in the race — which saw 24 yachts […]

The police perform 315 F checks along Crow Lane between 9:45pm Saturday and 12:10am Sunday, and ”there were 400 motorist engagements resulting in four arrests for outstanding warrants, four traffic tickets issued for no driver’s licence, one arrest on suspicion of possessing a controlled drug, and one arrest for possession of drug equipment.” A police spokesperson […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine hopes for a speedy return to the MIR Racing Finetwork Cup after sustaining an injury in a training incident in Murcia, Spain, last month. The 13-year-old damaged a finger on his left hand in practice when he came off his motorcycle, and it fell onto his […]

Mounting of the solar panels at the National Sports Centre being partially completed, construction of the inverter room being completed, and LED lights at the Hockey Field, Aquatics Centre, and the North Field being installed are some of the recent upgrades at the National Sports Centre, Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the final women’s team selected to represent Bermuda at the 2023 NatWest International Island Games, which will be held next month in Guernsey. Goalkeepers Zakhari Turner Samantha Davies Defenders Victoria Davis Sierra Fisher Jaden Masters Zemira Webb Taznae Fubler Koa Goodchild Danni Watson Midfielders Jya Ratteray-Smith Keunna Dill Eva […]

“This year’s STEAM Academy will be a captivating circus-themed adventure, where P4-M1 students will have the opportunity to design and build their very own circus games using a wide array of exciting tools and technologies such as woodwork, circuitry, 3D printing, and laser engraving and more,” said Mr. Neville Zuill, Lead Teacher of the 2023 […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club and Lili Bermuda’s collaborative fragrance, ‘Island Rose’, has been named the Best Hotel Scent by Elle Magazine, who described the scent as a “representation of what a vacation in Bermuda would be like.” Nerisha Penrose, Beauty Commerce Editor, ELLE Magazine, said of the perfume: “There’s a hint of citrus that […]

According to the most recent Official Notices, the Bermuda Police Service will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints starting on Friday, June 16th, with the checkpoints set to take place in St. George’s, Hamilton, Smith’s, Devonshire, Pembroke, Paget, Warwick, Southampton and Sandys. The full Road Sobriety Checkpoint [No. 4] Notice follows below [PDF here] Related Stories […]

The Ageing and Disability Services [ADS] office will be closed for walk-ins on Friday [June 9] from 11:00am, as they host the Elder Abuse Awareness Senior’s Tea. A Government spokesperson said, “The ADS main telephone line [441] 292-7802 will be operational. Please leave a message if required and you will be contacted as soon as […]

Bermuda Sloop Foundation [BSF] is welcoming back former Captain Chris Blake to Captain Spirit of Bermuda in the 2023 Marion Bermuda race next month. A spokesperson said, “Captain Chris Blake, OBE, is a master mariner with over 45 years’ experience in the maritime industry, sailing tall ships such as the Pelican of London and Royal […]

The Bermuda Blood Donor Centre announced that “people who spent time in the UK, France and certain other countries between 1980 and 1996 will now be able to donate.” A spokesperson said, “The change comes after research indicated there were negligible risks of transmission through blood donation. The US and Australia ended a similar criteria […]

Tuesday, June 6 is expected to see some early cloud, becoming brighter by afternoon, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am and […]

The Run for Memories 5K will raise funds for local charity Action on Alzheimer’s and Dementia on Sunday [June 11]. The event features a 5k run, competitive walk and non-competitive run/walk and starts and finishes at East End Primary School in St George’s. Action for Alzheimer’s and Dementia was founded in 2012 to provide support […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kallan Richardson is known for excelling in the classroom, graduating from Berkeley Institute and Bermuda College as a dual enrollment student aged 16 last year before earning an ABIR/Arch scholarship to attend St John’s University in Queens, New York. Richardson has also demonstrated his athletic prowess, finishing sixth in the Bermuda […]

The Government has issued a Request for Proposals [RFP] for “architectural design and support services in providing planning, design and other support services for the Morgan’s Point development project.” The document [PDF] said, “The purpose of this Request for Proposals [RFP] is an invitation by Morgan’s Point Development Company Limited [MPDC] to prospective proponents to […]

Bermuda’s Regiment and the laws about same sex marriage were some of the topics covered as the UK Lords Committee recently held a debate on the “Assessment of the current relationship with the Overseas Territories,” with the almost hour long debate spanning a myriad of topics. Related Stories Survey: 83% Oppose Becoming Independent OT Student […]

BELCO advised that with hurricane season beginning on June 1st, the “Company has and is taking all the necessary steps to prepare should the island be impacted by a storm this season and encourages the public to prepare as well, specifically as preparations pertain to the trimming of trees.” A spokesperson said, “Ensuring that trees […]

52 goals were scored this weekend in Futsal League action, with the Force Navy team the early leaders, while Force Black and Blue teams are tied for second place. Youth Futsal League Week 1 Results A spokesperson said, “The Futsal League showcased the emerging talents and competitive spirit of these young players. With 52 goals […]

Bailey’s Bay, St. David’s Cricket Club, Somerset Cricket Club, and Flatt’s Victoria all recorded victories in this weekend’s Premier and First Division cricket action. Premier Division Bailey’s Bay Win by 5 Wickets Western Stars 122/9 Bailey’s Bay 126/5 At the Sea Breeze Oval, Western Stars batted first and were restricted to 122/9 in their allotted […]

The Warwick Football Academy was formed last month with the merger of the Warwick Academy Football Club and the Warwick Archers Youth Football Club, and  Richard Todd has been appointed their full-time Technical Director, effective September 1st. A spokesperson said, “The new Academy will provide football experiences for boys & girls from introductory programs at […]

Nia Christopher led her Eagles F.C. Women’s teammates to a 3 – 2 victory in a USL W League Top of the Table Clash with McLean in the U.S. The Eagles took the lead in the 3rd minute, Christopher then scored for her team in the 17th minute, and the Bermudian footballer then scored her […]

The Comet Season resumed off the West End Sailboat Club with the Marsha L Regatta, with Dale Brangman and his crew Tajahri Rogers claiming the victory with 4 points, after winning two of the four races and finishing second twice. Gladwin Lambert and Stefan Maybury were second also with 4 points, they won two races […]

Kaden Hopkins and his Vendee U teammates continued competing in the 68th Ronde de l’Oise in France. Stage three was a 189.9km race between Andeville and Le Plessis-Belleville, Hopkins crossed the line 14th clocking a time of 4:30:253, the same time as the stage winner William Tidball. Hopkins — after three stages — has moved […]

Nicholas Narraway and Panzy Olander won the Bermuda Bicycle Association’s Road Race this weekend. The race started and finished at the TN Tatem Middle School and saw riders head west over Lighthouse Hill, heading east on South Shore to St Paul’s Lane before heading west again. Narraway claimed the win in his first race since […]

An event to showcase various aspects of Complementary and Alternative Medicine approaches to healthcare was held today [June 4] at the National Sports Centre in Devonshire. Dr. Kuni Frith previously said, ““The World Health Organization acknowledges the increased demand for Complementary and Alternative Medicine [CAM] and has issued the following definition of CAM ‘the sum […]

The Government should hold a two-day summit with “all industry stakeholders around the table to create new regulations for all public transportation,” Shadow Transport Minister Susan Jackson said, adding that “regulations dating back to 1952 need updating” and it “is time to revitalize the industry and bring all the realities of the daily operations into the […]

CedarBridge Academy held their inaugural 5K Fun Walk this morning [June 4] with participants starting in Flatts and walking to CedarBridge Academy in Devonshire. A spokesperson previously said, “CedarBridge Academy feels that activities like this are critical for cultivating strong relationships between stakeholders and students. Furthermore, this event will allow members of the public to […]

Monday, June 5 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 89%. Sunrise will be at 6:12am and sunset will be at 8:23pm. High […]

[Updated with photos + 360°] The 12th annual “You Go Girl” race was held this morning [June 4] on Front Street in Hamilton with runners — many wearing costumes — taking part in the event which raises money for the Women’s Resource Centre. A 360° look at runners gathering The 49-minute live video replay is […]

Pennsylvania State University have highlighted Bermudian swimmers Emma and Jack Harvey, who both attend the University, after the talented siblings won multiple events in the Bermuda National Championships. The University’s wesbite said, “Penn State swimmers Emma [five first-place finishes] and Jack Harvey [four] won a combined nine events in the 2023 Bermuda National Championships Friday-Sunday […]