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Supporters of Bermuda’s football team — many dressed in the team’s jersey — made their way to the Flora Duffy stadium this afternoon [March 25] to cheer on the team as they played against Guyana as part of the Concacaf Nations League, which saw Guyana claim a 2-0 victory. Fans greet Nahki Wells after the […]

The Bermuda football team matched up against Guyana this afternoon [March 25] where they were defeated by a score of 2 – 0. The Concacaf report said, “Guyana capped off a great performance with a 2-0 victory against Bermuda at the Dame Flora Duffy Sports Complex in Devonshire on Saturday afternoon in Group B League […]

Bermuda has been visited by another tall ship, with the Tenacious — one of the few tall ships in the world built to be fully inclusive for people with disabilities– arriving in Hamilton today [March 25]. The Sail Training International website said, “Tenacious is the largest wooden tall ship of her kind in the world. […]

The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Monday [March 27] and Bills listed on the schedule include the Stamp Duties Amendment Act 2023, Miscellaneous Fees and Penalties Act 2023, Electronic Communications [Regulatory Authority Fees] Amendment Regulations 2023, Electricity [Regulatory Authority Fees] Amendment Regulations 2023, Merchant Shipping [Fees] Regulations 2023, Gaming Amendment Act 2023, […]

Sunday, March 26 is expected to see some early sunshine, then turning cloudy, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 7.15am and sunset […]

The police are investigating the “sudden death of a female” who “was found unresponsive in waters at Southlands beach” on Friday and said that “foul play is not suspected at this time. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is investigating the sudden death of a female following reports that she was found unresponsive […]

[Updating] The Bermuda Senior Men’s National Football Team is set to play against Guyana this afternoon [March 25] as part of the Concacaf Nations League [CNL], with kick off set to take place at 3.00pm at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium and we will provide live updates as able. We are generally not permitted […]

The Pink Robins edged the Ravens 2 – 1 in the lone Bermuda Field Hockey match at the National Sports Center. The Pink Robins went ahead in the 6th minute when Jennifer Hamilton scored a field goal, five minutes later it was 2 – 0 when Elizabeth Stewart scored from a penalty corner. The Ravens […]

The police have confirmed that a man has died following an “altercation involving several men” in Sandys this morning. A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:35am on Saturday, 25th March 2023, police were dispatched to a report of an altercation involving several men, on Somerset Road, near to the junction of Hook and Ladder Lane, Sandys. […]

Peter Bromby edged Paul Fedden 2-1 at Spanish Point Boat Club. Fedden was first to score when he defeated Bromby 61-44 in the 1st game, but Bromby stormed back in the 2nd when he defeated Fedden 54-44. It was Bromby who prevailed in the 3rd game when he sealed the victory, taking it 57-51. Aaron […]

Cody Rego began competing in the 2023 WEF 11 Bainbridge CSI4*/CSI2* in Florida. Rego and Ironman won the WIHS Hunter Phase CALI Class, and the pair also finished second in the Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search 2* Class. Related Stories Video: Philip Correia On Winning FEI Silver Medal Terceira Wins Class In The Netherlands […]

Scott Roy shot a round of 7-over par 78 to win the Bermuda Moongate Tour 3rd round at a breezy Port Royal Golf Course. Roy won by one stroke over Chris Smith, and Dwayne Pearman, while Gordon Cox and Roger Brangman both finished a further stroke back. 2023 Moongate Tour Round 3 Leaderboard 78 Scott […]

Daniel Phillips was back in action competing in Santo Domingo as the J200 International Tennis Tournament moved into the third round. In his third round singles match, Phillips was defeated in straight sets 6-2, 6-3 by Charlie Robertson from Great Britain. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus Open Photos, Video, Results: Tennis […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday Shipping Schedule: Week Starting March 25th. On Saturday the Spirit of Discovery and the Riviera cruise ships and the Tenacious wooden sail training ship are expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Julie C […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] Close to 150 burgeoning young cricketers have been taking part in the Bermuda Cricket Board’s [BCB] Pee Wee ‘Have A Go’ Cricket programme, suppprted by insurance company Athene. The local sport’s governing body have been hosting the programme during the month of March, with sessions taking place each Saturday — final session […]

Enstar Group  has agreed to repurchase 1,597,712 non-voting convertible ordinary shares of Enstar held by Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. A spokesperson said, “Enstar Group Limited announced today that it has agreed to repurchase 1,597,712 non-voting convertible ordinary shares of Enstar held by Canada Pension Plan Investment Board [CPP Investments] for a price of $213.13 […]

March 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,187.54, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 66 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 ‘Active And […]

The old metal exhaust stack for the decommissioned BELCO engines –  that are over 50 years old –will be pulled down on Saturday. A spokesperson said, “As a part of BELCO’s Asset Retirement Project, the old metal exhaust stack for the decommissioned BELCO engines, that are over 50 years old, will be pulled down on […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 24] include acting appointments. Deputy Governor Mrs. Pearl Joseph Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0277/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 24 March 2023 Government Notice No. Constitution Of Bermuda In accordance with section 18 [2] of the Constitution, Her Excellency […]

Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert provided an overview of the Government’s five-year National Plan for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities, Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 24], the Minister said, “At the heart of the National ID Plan and its priorities are adults with intellectual disabilities and their families. This means […]

The Ministry of Transport “remains committed to improving public transportation services across the island,” Minister of Tourism Wayne Furbert said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 24] the Minister said, ”The availability of reliable and efficient public transportation is vital to the economy, our community’s quality of life and the visitor experience demanded of […]

The Cabinet recently approved amendments to the Tourism Investment Act 2017, Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell said, adding that the purpose is to permit the Minister “greater discretion under the Act in the grant of relief to developers and those investing in attractions, restaurants and hotels.” Speaking in the House of Assembly […]

The Bermuda and Fire Rescue Service extinguished a vehicle fire in Smiths. A spokesperson said, “At 0412hrs [4:12am] a call was received via 911 reporting a fire at Cameron Close, Smiths Parish. Two fire appliances with a total of 8 personnel responded. “First appliance arrived at 0422hrs [4:22am] and upon arrival Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service […]

Saturday, March 25 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 7.16am and sunset […]

The legislation tabled today in the House today sets the minimum hourly wage for Bermuda at $16.40, Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, adding that the “Order is due to take effect on 1 June 2023.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 24] the Minister said, “The Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage] […]

“The Department of Child & Family Services [DCFS] held a three-day conference this week,” Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [March 24]. The Minister said, “March is social work month and the 2023 theme set by the US National Association of Social Workers is “Social Work […]

The official launch of the fundraising drive for the latest big project by Habitat for Humanity of Bermuda was recently held. A spokesperson said, “Bacardi hosted the official launch of the fundraising drive for the latest big project by Habitat for Humanity of Bermuda. The event was by invitation, and guests were treated to cocktails […]

West End Development Corporation [WEDCO] announced the return of Destination Dockyard for the Summer season. A spokesperson said, “A total of four, monthly events will be held on The North Lawn in Dockyard from 6pm to 9pm, with the first to kick off on Thursday May 18, 2023. The following dates will be Thursday June […]

[Written by Dale Butler] The Bermuda Musical & Dramatic Society [BMDS] took on the daunting task of shifting gears from adult actors to students to deliver six ten minute plays “written, rehearsed and performed in only 24 hours.” Unbelievable. Playwriting itself is not easy and learning lines when you have weeks to do so can still […]

“The 2023/24 budget for the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service includes funding for the recruitment of 24 additional firefighters,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly today [March 24]. The Minister said, “An advertisement seeking applicants for the available positions closed on March 1st. The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service […]

Senator Arianna Hodgson clarified her statement in the Senate, noting that the increases in Government fees will  “result in $3.3 million in additional funds, not $21 million as stated.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Junior Minister of Finance, Senator Arianna Hodgson, is today clarifying a statement she made in the Senate yesterday [March 23, 2023].” Senator […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Dwayne Robinson] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] Government has said it is putting forward legislation with more protection for the taxpayer than previous deals. A good headliner but are the taxpayers in Southampton being considered? There were discreet meetings held with the residents by Gencom, however constituents left still feeling […]

There is ample talent in Bermuda – locals simply need to be given adequate opportunity to show their skills and abilities. That’s the word from Cathy Lord, a retired veteran professional with more than three decades’ experience in the [re]insurance industry. Ms Lord spoke yesterday [Thursday, March 23] at a special live LinkedIn event hosted […]

Auditor General Heather Thomas today released a Report on the administration of Bermuda’s Travel Authorization program. A spokesperson said, “This report is her third public interest report supporting Parliament in its examination of the Government of Bermuda’s continuing response to the coronavirus [COVID-19]. “This report focuses on the Government of Bermuda’s actions taken between March […]

Bermuda made an appearance on the World Wide Fund for Nature’s Global Hour Bank leaderboard, reflecting the island’s commitment to participate in Earth Hour activities tomorrow [March 25]. A spokesperson said, “In an effort to create ‘The Biggest Hour for Earth,’ the World Wide Fund for Nature has created a Global Hour Bank to calculate […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] “Every morning in Africa, a gazelle wakes up, it knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve. It doesn’t matter whether you’re the lion or a […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Icons from karting, street biking, dirt biking and powerboat racing will be inducted into the Bermuda Motorsports Hall of Fame at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute on Sunday [March 26]. The Bermuda Karting Club [BKC], the Bermuda Motocross Association [BMA], the Bermuda Power Boat Association [BPBA], and the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing […]

Two Bermuda Netball Association Under 17 matches took place, the first match of the evening saw Storm defeat the Dandy Stars 45 – 21. Best attacker Anisa Seon led the Storm with 31 goals, while Jaelyn Rewan-Lambert, and Jamir Hatherley both added 5 goals each, and Rihanna Reddicks scored 4 times, Deontae Scott was named […]

Daniel Phillips had a mixed day while competing in Santo Domingo as the J200 International Tennis Tournament moved into the second round. Playing in the singles, Phillips took on Gabriel Porras from Guatemala. He advanced to the third round in a three set battle, coming from a set down to win 3-6, 6-3, 7-5. He […]

‘Lines Continued’ in the Edinburgh Gallery at the Bermuda Society of Arts in City Hall, Hamilton brings together three artist members of the same family, Catherine Lapsley, her son Peter Lapsley and his wife Andrea Sundt. A spokesperson said, “‘This exhibition is open to the public from March 10 – 28. Featuring works that are a […]

Sandys Boat Club needed just one point to be reasonably sure of retaining the league title – the only way for them to potentially lose the title, was for Watford Sports Club to defeat RAA 5-0 in their last match of the season. Warwick captain Steven Bremar got them off to a flying start when […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kyle Lightbourne admits travel restrictions to the United States for players unvaccinated against coronavirus has led to him freshening up his Bermuda squad for their upcoming Concacaf Nations League matches. The Bermuda coach’s side face Guyana at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday (March 25) before travelling to the Dominican Republic […]

Madelyn Moore and her Virginia Tech teammaters broke their school record in the 200 yard freestyle relay. Moore along with Sarah Shackelford, Caroline Bentz and Emma Atkinson finished out night two of the NCAA Championships, earning All-American Honorable Mention in the women’s 200 yard freestyle relay, placing 11th at 1:27.89 and setting a new school […]

Northlands the seal has left Bermuda and safely arrived in Connecticut where he will continue his rehabilitation at Mystic Aquarium with the goal of being releasing in the colder waters of the northern Atlantic Ocean. A spokesperson said, “A juvenile gray seal rescued in Bermuda has arrived at Mystic Aquarium for the next leg of its […]

Liam Flannery represented Team PB Performance during the Peaks 2 Day Cycle Stage Races in the UK. Flannery finished 33rd overall, with a combined time of 5:05:16.8, he finished 15:16.6 behind overall winner Oliver Peckover. During Stage 1 – Road Race, Flannery finished 41st, he stopped the clock in a time of 2:06:05.0 and he […]

Friday, March 24 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 7.18am and sunset will be at […]

The popular food-focused Eater media channel has featured Bermuda fishermen and chefs and their work in the effort to fight the invasive lionfish. The Eater story said,”In the Atlantic Ocean, lionfish are an invasive species that eat many fish in local waters. Bermuda-based fishermen and chefs have found a way to help curb that: “We’ve […]

Daniel Phillips is back in action in Santo Domingo for another J200 International Tennis Tournament. Playing in the singles first round, he took on Nikola Jovic from Serbia where he advanced to the second round in straight sets 6-1, 6-1. Phillips then teamed up with Se Hyuk Cho from South Korea in the doubles, the […]

Minister of Economy & Labour Jason Hayward today congratulated the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] on holding its second annual Bermuda Risk Summit on March 6-8, 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “The 2023 Bermuda Risk Summit attracted 450 attendees, including 150 from overseas, and the short-term economic impact, including lodging, transportation, food and beverage, retail, […]

Harrington Sound Primary School were crowned overall champions at the Bermuda School Sports Federation Primary School Track and Field meet. Harrington Sound claimed a convincing victory in the Girls Division. They finished with an impressive 131, well ahead of Warwick Academy in second with 82 points and Dalton E. Tucker Primary in third with 69 […]