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The Appleby law firm confirmed they are “reorganizing and streamlining some of our business support departments” and there is “the possibility of no more than six support role redundancies.” Brad Adderley, Bermuda Managing Partner: “We are in the process of reorganizing and streamlining some of our business support departments, with the possibility of no more […]

Veterans In Action is getting set to present ‘Legend,’ a Bob Marley tribute concert, on Saturday, February 4 at the BAA Gymnasium. The event will feature Ras Shiloh, Ras Solomon, Troy Anthony, Dilinjah, Jugglin’ J, 3 The Hardway, Blackstar, DJ IBreeze of King Jyrus, and MC Rizla Matic. The event poster says, “Doors open at […]

The Bermuda National Gallery is currently seeking applications for its 2023 Internship Programme. A spokesperson said, “Sponsored by Butterfield, the three-month paid programme provides on the job training in all aspects of museum operations for students age 18 to 25. With a new intake every quarter, the gallery is currently seeking applications for its Spring, […]

The Bermuda School Sports Federation [BSSF] will host its annual all-star football matches after missing the last two editions due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The matches will be held on Saturday at the Flora Duffy National Stadium starting at 10:00am with the middle school girls all-star match. The primary boys will take the field at […]

The sixth annual Legends Race series will start on Sunday, February 12th, 2023 with the Ed Sherlock 8k Race. A spokesperson said, “Swan’s Running Club will be running the sixth annual Legends Race series starting on Sunday, February 12th, 2023 with the Ed Sherlock 8k Race. “Participants of the series must complete 3 out of […]

Daniel Phillips was back in action in Costa Rica competing in the second week of the J60 San Jose International Tennis Tournament. In his singles quarter-final match, Phillips took on Michael Kouame from France, with the French player winning in straight sets 7-6, 6-1. In the doubles semi-finals, Phillips and his partner Jacob Olar from […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board said they welcome job applications from University and College students for the summer months. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is dedicated to ensuring the highest quality healthcare through service, education and leadership. Bermudian students who are already attending university or college are encouraged to join our family for the summer […]

Northshore Magazine has featured Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in an article titled “Art and Amenities Make Bermuda’s Hamilton Princess an Ideal Escape.” The story says, “Arriving at the Princess Hotel in Hamilton, Bermuda, was a royal experience—the stately flamingo pink building towers above its surrounds and the harbor, and inside bellhops and well-dressed guests […]

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Fidelis Insurance Holdings announced a change in company secretary. The full filing stated: “Please be advised of the following change of Company Secretary: Ms. Patricia Roufca has resigned as company Secretary of Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited and Mr. Mike Cottell has been appointment as the new Company Secretary […]

The registration deadline for Raleigh Bermuda’s 2023 Venturers’ Scholarship Programme is on January 31, 2023. A spokesperson said, “Young Bermudians ages 17 – 24 years old are highly encouraged to apply now! If accepted into the programme, the Venturer Scholarship-Based Programme will subsidize local training and a local/overseas expedition cost with a value of up to […]

There will be detours for route 10 and 11 buses on Saturday [Jan 21] between 7.00am and approximately 5.00pm. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advises that there will be detours for route 10 and 11 buses due to trench work requiring the closure of North Shore Road Devonshire in the […]

The Bermuda Police Service updated their contact e-mail address for Parish Police Officers. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is advising residents that the contact e-mail address for Parish Officers has been updated and is now a single point of contact. “To get in touch with any of the Parish Officers, members of […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 19] include public notification, acting appointments, boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. Advertisement Of Petition Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0075/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Attorney-General’s Chambers Publication date: 19 January 2023 Advertisement Of Petition In The Supreme […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian Muay Thai fighters Ashton Bell and Tyler Kerr will head to the home of the ancient combat sport to compete at the Thailand Cup next month. They received an invite from the WBC Muaythai to fight at the inaugural Amazing Muay Thai Festival in Hua Hin – about 124 miles southwest […]

Friday, January 20 is expected to see cloudy and damp start, brighter afternoon, showers at night, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at […]

There was a collision involving two motorcycles on Middle Road in Paget this evening [Jan 19] and the police said “early information indicates that two persons were hurt and that their injuries may be serious.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 5pm today, Thursday 19th January 2023, a collision involving two motorcycles was reported on Middle […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Jan 19] with the list indicating that there are twenty-seven bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 27 runs cancelled this morning, 26 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

Support Public Schools Bermuda continued their efforts to distribute $60,000 worth of new school supplies to all 18 public primary schools, visiting another group of schools yesterday. A spokesperson previously said, “Support Public Schools Bermuda [SPS.bm] has been empowering Bermuda’s public school teachers and students with ‘wish list’ classroom supplies since 2018. “Celebrating their fifth […]

“The Bermuda Government recognises the importance of providing our people with opportunities and how they play an integral part in the continued development and success of Bermuda,” said Minister of Education Diallo Rabain. “The Ministry of Education Scholarships and Awards demonstrates our commitment to supporting Bermudian students and their ability to pursue post-secondary education.” Minister […]

Bermuda swimmer Taylor White, who competes for Bentley University, was named the Northeast-10 Conference Female Rookie of the Week. The organisation said, “In a pair of dual meets, White was unbeaten in five individual races. She was first to the wall in the 1,000 yard freestyle [10:59.65], the 200 backstroke [2:12.11] and the 100 butterfly […]

Benn Smith began competing in the 2023 US Open Sailing Series Ft. Lauderdale in Florida. Competing in the ILCA7 Fleet among 28 sailors, Smith finished in 8th place after 5 races. Smith finished with 27 net points, and bis best finish came in the 4th race when he crossed the line in 3rd place. Chapman Petersen […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] has highlighted the BZS Micro Forest Project, which has an aim to plant 1,500 native-compatible and endemic plants each year for three years. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is an education, conservation and research charity with the environment at its core. And big things are happening for […]

The Bank of Butterfield’s Reid Street Saturday Banking hours “will be temporarily suspended until 4 March to allow time for annual training and infrastructure investment initiatives.” A spokesperson said, “We apologise for any inconvenience caused. To access your accounts, please use our Butterfield Online, ATM and mobile banking services.” Related Stories Bank Of Butterfield Adjusts Rates […]

Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s B Company were armed with shields and batons when they took part in public order training over the weekend. The exercise, which included mock rioting, bolsters the RBR’s ability to provide support in the event of disorder or violent protest. Major Duncan Simons, Officer Commanding B Company, explained: “One […]

The Bermuda Government has released the latest Covid-19 figures, with the island recording two coronavirus-related deaths, bringing the total to 157 since the pandemic began in 2020. There are now 38 known active cases, with 13 of the 38 people in hospital — one of whom is in the ICU — and a total of […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 18] include cancellation of registration, boards appointments, permanent resident certificate, Bermudian status, cancellation of registration and acting appointments. Bermuda Monetary Authority American Unity Group Ltd Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN0069/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 18 January 2023 […]

Thursday, January 19 is expected to see sunshine returns, turning cloudy overnight, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be at 7.20am and sunset will […]

Hamilton Princess confirmed that Century Casinos “will no longer participate in developing a casino at the resort” and noted that they “paused our search for a new operator while we await a clearer roadmap from the Bermuda Casino Gaming Commission on a viable path forward.” Peter Hoetzinger, President & Co-CEO Century Casinos, Inc., said: “We joined […]

Link [LGBTQ+ Insurance Network] will be launching a new chapter in Bermuda on Thursday, January 26, with an event set to take place at AXA XL on Bermudiana Road from 5.00pm to 7.30pm. The Eventbrite website said, “Join colleagues from across the market as we come together to launch the Bermudian chapter of Link, the […]

There will be a road closure on Woodlands Road due to the Butterfield & Vallis 5K race on Sunday [Jan 22] morning. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that there will be a road closure on Woodlands Road in Hamilton & Pembroke parishes, for the yearly Butterfield & Vallis […]

The ‘Dan Wootten Tonight’ show on Britain’s GB News network was not very flattering about Prince Harry’s statement that Camilla, now Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, suggested that Prince Harry “take the job of governor-general of Bermuda.” The broadcast on GB News, which is often described as ‘right leaning’, covered some of the statements in Prince […]

The conversation in the Bahamas over the trip to Bermuda in October of last year continues, with the Bahamian media reporting that Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard said “in the absence of receipts from the Progressive Liberal Party regarding repayment to the Public Treasury for a controversial Bermuda trip last year, he cannot be […]

James Batten, Katie Blundy and Carl Meyer were called to the Bermuda Bar. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is pleased to announce Associates James Batten, Katie Blundy and Carl Meyer were called to the Bermuda Bar on 19 and 20 December 2022 before Chief Justice Narinder Hargun. “James works primarily on insolvency and restructuring, corporate governance […]

The Whitney Institute Middle School came from behind to defeat Saltus Grammar School 2-1 in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Under 13 Knockout Cup Football Final. Carter Thomas fired Saltus into the lead in the 18th minute. The Whitney goalkeeper got his hands onto Thomas’ effort but was unable to keep the ball […]

Mikal Dill and Stephan Dill represented the Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls track and field team at the Mondo College Invitational at the JDL Fast Track in Winston-Salem on Saturday. Mikal finished 10th in the long jump with a jump of 6.31m and 6th in the triple jump with a jump of 12.92m, while Stephan […]

The police are reminding people “to be vigilant regarding inappropriate online behaviour by unknown individuals who aim to obtain nude personal images on social media.” A spokesperson said, “Local residents, especially parents, guardians and school aged children, are reminded to be vigilant regarding inappropriate online behaviour by unknown individuals who aim to obtain nude personal […]

Another military aircraft stopped on the island, with the U.S Air Force stopping by the L.F. Wade International Airport again this week. It is not unusual for military aircraft to make brief stops on the island for refueling or other purposes, and for our past coverage of military aircraft on the island, here. Related Stories Photos & […]

Arcadian Risk Capital has entered into a Direct and Facultative [D&F] Property binding arrangement with Aviva Insurance Ltd. UK. A spokesperson said, “Arcadian Risk Capital Ltd. [Arcadian], a Bermuda-based Managing General Agent [MGA] and part of the ‘Class of 2020′, announced that it has entered into a Direct and Facultative [D&F] Property binding arrangement with […]

Uphill Castle Cricket Club announced the signing of Bermuda’s Chare Smith for the 2023 season, noting that he will join the UK-based team in April after he concludes playing in Australia. The club tweeted the graphic below, saying, “Uphill Castle Cricket Club are delighted to announce the signing of Chare Smith for the 2023 Season. The […]

Sanaa Rae Morris made her debut for the Howard University women’s track & field at the Rod McCravy Invitational, hosted by the University of Kentucky. Competing in the women’s 60 meter, she finished 49th clocking a time of 8.17. Clocking a time of 25.86, Morris finished 30th competing in the women’s 200 meter dash and […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian poet Rhys Campbell delved deep into his own struggles with mental health when creating his first collection of work. Animate [A Poetry Collection] features more than 40 poems written by Mr Campbell, who published his debut release, From the Pink Sands – a Bermuda-themed poetry booklet – last year. The 25-year-old […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Gombey set against a backdrop of brightly colored peacock feathers. 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 can download […]

Island Trading recently donated a set of outdoor furniture to the Habitat for Humanity ReStore. A spokesperson said, “Island Trading is delighted to give back whenever possible, and Habitat for Humanity of Bermuda is such an important charity. Their Habitat for Humanity ReStore located at 4 Front Street in Hamilton is focused on repurposing new […]

The second annual Bermuda Risk Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA], in partnership with the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] and EY, will begin on March 6 with a keynote conversation with Premier David Burt followed by a group CEO panel. A spokesperson said, “Sophie Roberts, Head of The Insurer […]

“Today I am pleased to report that the price at the pump for Gasoline has fallen 5.2 cents from the price cap put in place in February 2022,” announced Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt. Premier Burt continued, “As a result of Russia’s war in Ukraine, consumers worldwide faced record-high gas prices; however, the […]

The Progressive Labour Party extended their condolences to the family of the late Dennis ‘Danny’ Farias. A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party offers our sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Dennis [Danny] Farias. Mr. Farias was a PLP member and stalwart, who ran for elected office twice under the Progressive Labour Party banner. […]

Bermuda’s entrepreneurs are being featured alongside business founders from around the world in the Resilient Entrepreneurs with Two Four One podcast, designed and hosted by two Bermudian women, with season two now available. A spokesperson said, “The podcast, Resilient Entrepreneurs with Two Four One, can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google with the […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 17] include boards appointments and notification of planning applications registered. Board Bermuda Economic Development Corporation Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0060/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 17 January 2023 The Minister of Economy and Labour is pleased to make […]

Support Public Schools Bermuda will distribute $60,000 worth of new school supplies to all 18 public primary schools., A spokesperson said, “Support Public Schools Bermuda [SPS.bm] has been empowering Bermuda’s public school teachers and students with “wish list” classroom supplies since 2018. “Celebrating their fifth year in 2023, on January 17th and 18th SPS.bm will distribute […]

Sakari Famous — who competes for McNeese University, — won the high jump title at the LSU Purple Tiger meet, extending her indoor winning streak to five meets. “Sakari Famous, the reigning SLC indoor champion in the women’s high jump, captured defended her LSU Purple Tiger title with the win for the second straight year […]