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The Corporation of St. George’s revealed the lineup for the New Year’s Eve celebration in the Town of St. George on December 31st, saying they are “placing emphasis on high quality entertainment in a community setting.” The Rt. Worshipful Mayor, George Dowling, III, announces, “Towne traditions are an important element of the Towne’s cultural identity. […]

Elijah Daley was once again back in action competing in the Ontario Junior International 2022. On day two, Daley competed in two events, advancing to a B final and also recording a personal best. Daley competed in the men’s 18 & under 100 SC meter backstroke B final clocking a personal best time of 57.26. […]

The public is advised that the Main Library on Queen Street and the Youth Library on Church Street will be closed on Saturday [Dec 24] and Saturday, December 31. A spokesperson said, “The Management and Staff wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.” Related Stories Marla Smith: A Librarian For The Digital […]

Holland America cruise line will be visiting Bermuda in 2024, stopping in the island as part of transatlantic journeys. A statement from the company said, “New for 2024, Bermuda is back on two transatlantic itineraries from Fort Lauderdale: Nieuw Statendam crosses in April with visits to Bermuda, France, Guernsey and Belgium en route to Rotterdam, […]

“Everyone is encouraged to “act responsibly and remember to reduce, reuse and recycle to help minimise the amount of waste generated by this event” at the Christmas Day celebrations at Elbow Beach. A spokesperson said, “Christmas Day at Elbow Beach, which is organized by the community, has become a family-friendly tradition for many locals, expats […]

Arnolds has provided information about their opening hours during the Christmas holiday. Arnold’s Family Market & Maxi Mart Supermarket: Saturday, December 24 – 8am – 10pm Sunday, December 25 – Closed Monday, December 26 – 8am – 9pm Tuesday, December 27 – 8am – 9pm Wednesday, December 28 – 8am – 10pm Arnold’s Discount Warehouse […]

A partnership between the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute, Habitat for Humanity and the Anglican Church will see the old St. James’ Church rectory in Sandys renovated and used as a residential facility which will  also “provide 24-hour, state-of-the-art treatment for those requiring mental health services.” Anglican Bishop of Bermuda Rev. Nicholas Dill, Habitat Bermuda Chair Sheelagh […]

The island is lighting up with holiday cheer as the island gets set to celebrate Christmas, and you can take a look at some of the festive lights in the west end below. We will have additional galleries of the lights in other locations throughout this week, and you can view all our coverage of […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A local couple enjoyed an “early Christmas present” as they joined millions of revellers in Buenos Aires to celebrate Argentina’s World Cup triumph. When Bermudian Mark Wheddon and his wife, Silvia Lozada — who is from Argentina — decided to visit Buenos Aires for the festive season, little did they know their […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 21] include acting appointments, notice of hearing, PATI contracts and notification of planning applications registered. Acting Appointment :- Senior Magistrate & Coroner Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1202/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 21 December 2022 Government Notice No. _______ […]

The Bermuda Stock Exchange will be closed for the festive holidays. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advises that the BSX will be closed for Public Holidays during the Christmas and New Year period as follows: Monday, 26th December 2022 and Tuesday 27th December 2022; re-opening on Wednesday, 28th December 2022. Monday, 2nd […]

The City of Hamilton advises the public that garbage collection in the City over the Christmas and New Year public holidays will operate on a reduced schedule. A spokesperson said, “As per the public notice issued, the last garbage collection before Christmas will be on Saturday, December 24th. All garbage should be placed outside by […]

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 6.2% in September – the overall volume of retail sales decreased 1.8% when compared to September 2021, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the September 2022 Retail Sales Index. “September’s volume […]

Willie Clemons and his Braintree Town teammates advanced to the fourth round of the FA Trophy following a victory over Farnborough. The two teams played to a 2 – 2 draw, and the game went to penalties with Braintree Town winning 5 – 4; Clemons was selected to take a penalty and scored. Related Stories Football: […]

White Mountains Insurance Group announced that Ark Insurance Holdings, its specialty property and casualty reinsurance and insurance subsidiary, has sponsored the formation of a reinsurance sidecar to provide collateralized reinsurance capacity for its global property catastrophe portfolio. A spokesperson said, “Outrigger Re Ltd., a newly-formed Bermuda company registered as a special purpose insurer and segregated […]

Led by Sensei Cyril Whitter III, members of the Jiujitsu Club of Bermuda out of the Aries Sports Center competed in the Grappling Industries Event in Atlantic City in New Jersey, making a strong showing to win multiple medals. The Bermuda group competed in Brazilian jiujitsu gi and no gi categories across youth, juvenile and […]

Bermuda’s Delray Rawlins was interviewed by the Cricket Life Stories YouTube channel, with Rawlins showed what his winter training program looks like. The video’s description says, “An insight in the world of professional cricket training, as Sussex CCC all-rounder Delray Rawlins showed us what his winter training program looks like.” Related Stories Video: Rawlins & […]

The Bermuda ILCA4 Open National Championships took place in Granaway Deep, in challenging conditions. A total of 9 sailors braved the conditions and completed 5 races in some strong breeze, which was the qualifier for the 2023 ILCA 4 Youth Under 18 World Championship, which will take place in Greece in July 2023. Azhai Smith […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kole Hall scored a late equaliser for Chester against fellow Vanarama National League North side Farsley Celtic to send the FA Trophy tie to penalties last night [Dec 20]. Unfortunately for the Bermuda forward, who netted in the 87th minute after coming on as a 65th-minute substitute, he was denied from […]

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade ranked 10th in the world, Mark Tomlinson completes leadership training, Susan Jackson urges safety over holiday, Abandoned Boats Project removes 55 vessels, Kazumi Tabata Karate Open, Keshun Burrows: “Drawing is my relaxing zone” and Wallpaper Wednesday: Sandy Christmas tree are some of the stories in this morning’s [Dec 21] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a mini Christmas tree on a Bermuda beach. 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 both sizes […]

The 2023 edition of the Private Client Global Elite Directory recognised lawyers across four of Appleby‘s global offices. A spokesperson said, “Lawyers from across four of Appleby’s global offices have been recognised in the 2023 edition of the Private Client Global Elite Directory. “Cayman Islands partner and Global Head of Private Client and Trusts, Carlos […]

Symetra Financial Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, has established Symetra Bermuda Re Ltd. A spokesperson said, “Working with regulators in the U.S., Japan and Bermuda, Symetra Financial Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, today announced that it had established Symetra Bermuda Re Ltd. to reinsure certain […]

AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A+ [Superior] and a Long-Term Credit Rating of “aa-” [Superior] to PartnerRe Insurance Solutions Bermuda Ltd.. The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings is stable. PartnerRe Ins Solutions BM Ltd is a newly added member of PartnerRe Ltd. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect PartnerRe […]

[Written by Opposition Leader Cole Simons] The Progressive Labour Party Government’s 2023-24 Pre-Budget Report tells Bermuda a graphic story of their intended direction and priorities. Unfortunately, the picture they paint is unrealistic, and Bermuda deserves better. Looking through the lens of reality, not the distorted lens of the PLP, will show a vastly different picture. […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The boxing community has paid tribute to top referee Steve Smoger who officiated some of the biggest fights on the island in recent years. He died aged 72 yesterday. Smoger, a Hall of Fame referee, worked more than 200 title fights involving some of the most decorated names in the sport, […]

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced that Albert Benchimol will retire at the end of 2023, and he will be succeeded as President and CEO by Vincent Tizzio. A spokesperson said, “AXIS Capital Holdings Limited [AXIS] announced today that, following a career in [re]insurance and banking that has spanned more than four decades – including ten […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 20] include appointments, contracts valued at over $50,000, assent and cancellation of registration Appointment :- Children’s Officers Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN1198/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 20 December 2022 Official Gazette No.______________ Appointment Of Children’s Officers Effective January […]

Elan Daley concluded competing in the Ontario Junior International 2022 in Canada. On day three, Daley won a gold and a silver medal, while also swimming personal best times. Daley captured the gold medal competing in the women’s 18 & under 100 SC meter freestyle A final, clocking a personal best time of 53.35. She […]

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 […]

Wednesday, December 21 is expected to see some occasional sunny spells, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 7.16am and sunset will be […]

The Abandoned Boats Project –  a joint initiative between Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and the Government — has removed 55 abandoned and derelict marine vessels from local waters since May 2022. A spokesperson said, “The project, which aims to clean up the local marine environment, reduce environmental hazards and minimise safety risks for boaters and […]

Shadow Transport Minister Susan Jackson reminded the motoring public “to be responsible and not drink and drive.” Ms Jackson said, “With holiday and end of year parties in full swing, and merriment at every turn, I urge the motoring public to be responsible and not drink and drive. “This time of year, friends are generous […]

Inspector Mark Tomlinson of the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] successfully completed eleven weeks of command and leadership training at the National Police College of Jamaica. A police spokesperson said, “The course, which is the 86th batch of the Staff and Junior Command Course [SJCC], has trained and equipped middle management officers with contemporary policing skills […]

Bermudian boccia Yushae DeSilva-Andrade is closing out 2022 being ranked 10th in the world and 3rd in the America’s region. DeSilva-Andrade said, “This is my first full year of competition since Covid, I can’t believe I finished it number 10 in the world and third in the America’s region. “This is so surreal to me because I […]

The Tabata-Ha Open and Shotocup, a local martial arts promotion, hosted the Kazumi Tabata Karate Open on Sunday [Dec 18]. A spokesperson said, “On Sunday December 18th 2022, local martial artists came together to compete at the Kazumi Tabata Karate Open hosted by The Tabata-Ha Open and the Shotocup a local Martial arts Promotion. The […]

The Bermuda 2022 Junior Squash Nationals took place at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club, with Kaiden DeSilva, Taylor Kyme, Mason Smith, Leilani Carpol, Rose Paulos, Owen Rosorea, Gabby Turchiaro, Andrew Cox, and Hailey Moss all winning their divisions. Boys under 9 1st Place Kaiden Desilva 2nd Place Cameron Shailer 3rd Place Colin Feldman Girls […]

Ki-Juan Minors concluded competing in the Holiday & Horse International Jumping event in Florida. Competing in the 3 foot 6 inches High Performance & Performance Hunter Class, riding Pop Music, Minors finished 3rd. Minors and Pop Music finished 8th competing in the USHJA International Hunter Derby [Hunt & Go] Class 2nd round. Related Stories Results, […]

Sebastian Kempe concluded competing in the 5th Portugal Grand Prix – Round 1. Competing in the ILCA 7 Fleet with 60 competitors over a seven-race regatta, the Bermudian sailor finished 19th overall with a net score of 112. Kempe’s best finish in the seven races was 11th in race six. Related Stories Bermuda Sailors Continue In […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Keshun Burrows feels happy, calm and almost “zen-like” when he has a sketchbook before him and a pencil in his hand. The 36-year-old was diagnosed with epilepsy when he was 15 and suffers from grand mal seizures, which cause a loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions. Creating art, however, is […]

Chare Smith and his Kyabram Fire Brigade Cricket Club teammates continued competing in the John McMahon Shield A Grade League against Moama Cricket Club in Australia. Moama Cricket Club won the toss and elected to bat, they scored 177/8 in their allotted 45 overs, Fraser Buchanan was their top scorer with 47, while Brenton Campbell […]

Elan Daley continued competing in the Ontario Junior International 2022, winning a silver and a bronze medal, while also swimming two personal best times, during the second day of action. Daley claimed her third silver medal of the event when she finished 2nd in the women’s 18 & under 50 SC meter freestyle A final clocking […]

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 […]

St George’s-based concept store Merch has launched their little + local campaign “to remind the public that shopping on island and at small, independent businesses can have a huge impact on the local economy.” A spokesperson stated “When Merch first launched at the end of 2017, we hoped to encourage a bit of a renaissance […]

Aina Curated — an Architecture and Creative Interiors Boutique — has successfully raised capital through the Bermuda Investor Community. A spokesperson said, “The Community hosts Bermuda’s first fully digital angel investment platform bringing local investment opportunities to qualified individual investors. “Aina Curated is an Architecture and Creative Interiors Boutique founded with over 17 years of […]

“The 2023 cruise ship season projections are very promising, and we are on course to return or potentially exceed pre-pandemic levels. Our team is preparing for 224 calls with seven scheduled next month commencing with the arrival of the Norwegian Gem on January 4,” said Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert. Minister Furbert added, “Next year, […]

A staff donation drive at the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has collected more than 350 items of clothing and supplies for the residents of six nursing homes across the island. A spokesperson said, “The donations will be distributed to residents with the greatest need and include a wide range of items, from toiletries, nightclothes and […]

Ki-Juan Minors was back in action competing in the Holiday & Horse International Jumping event in Florida. Competing in the 3 foot 6 inches High Performance & Performance Hunter U/S Class, riding Pop Music, Minors finished 2nd. Minors and Pop Music finished 4th competing in the 3 foot 6 inches High Performance & Performance Hunter […]

A 41-year-old man was arrested and a firearm, several rounds of ammunition, and a quantity of illegal drugs were seized. A police spokesperson said, “A firearm was last week taken off the street by officers as the Bermuda Police Service launched an operation dubbed ‘Operation Limelight.’ Officers executed warrants at a number of locations, mainly […]

Junior Minister of Finance Senator Arianna Hodgson provided an update on economic matters in the Senate, speaking on the latest report from the Fiscal Responsibility Panel, the Government’s mid-year financial performance, and the Government’s Pre-Budget Report. The Junior Minister’s full statement follows below: Madam President, It is an honour to today provide an Economic & Fiscal Update […]