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The Bermuda Field Hockey Federation League season resumed at the National Sports Center. In the lone game of the night, the Ravens and Budgies Grey played to a scoreless draw. Related Stories Hockey: CAC Qualifiers Schedule Update Dragons & Hawks Draw At The Sports Center Field Hockey: Pirates Defeat The Dragons Dragons & Islanders Draw […]

Lonely Planet has featured Bermuda in an article titled “The top 7 hikes in Bermuda.” The Lonely Planet website said, “Bermuda might not be the first country that comes to mind when you think about hiking destinations. However, the beaches, cliffs, mangrove swamps and pockets of jungle in nature reserves that dot this 24-mile-long island […]

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of NEWGT Reinsurance Company, Ltd. [NEWGT] [Bermuda]. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect NEWGT’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well […]

The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club recently hosted the Argus International Gig Regatta in the St. George’s Harbour. A spokesperson previously said, “The competition will be fierce, with two days of all-male and all-female crews racing in staggered heats. This is the first time in four years that local crews have the opportunity to test their […]

“Today is a milestone day,” Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] CEO and President Dr Michael Richmond said, as “for the first time in BHB’s history, we have a BHB-wide electronic medical record.” Dr Richmond said: “I’m happy to state that BHB’s new electronic medical records system, called PEARL, is now being used across BHB in inpatient […]

Sunday, October 30 is expected to see plenty of sunshine developing after an early shower or two, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise will be […]

Madelyn Moore and her Virginia Tech women’s swimming and diving teammates competed against Ohio State, losing 115.5 – 55.5. During the women’s 100 yard freestyle, Moore touched the wall in a time of 51.64 finishing 7th. The Bermudian swimmer was also a member of the Virginia Tech women’s 400 yard medley relay B team which […]

The second round of the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship was held at the Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton, yesterday [Oct 28]. A spokesperson said, “The second round of the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship was suspended by darkness at 7:01 p.m. with Jarryd Dillas and Tano Goya left to finish at Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton […]

The Flu Express has been moved to Bull’s Head Car Park today [Oct 29] due to potentially inclement weather. A spokesperson said, “Today’s Flu Express [Oct 29th] has been moved to Bull’s Head Car Park in view of the potentially inclement weather. The time will remain the same at 10:00-2:00 pm.” Related Stories Bermuda Hosts […]

Brian Desmond and his Fordham Men’s Swimming & Diving teammates kept their good start to the season going, defeating Marist in their meet in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. For the second straight meet, it came down to the final race for the men, as they won 140-136. Desmond competed in one event, he swam the anchor leg […]

Asia-Leigh Hollis continued competing in the Level 6: Seminole Lake Tennis Tournament. Hollis took to the court for the girls 18 & under Consolation Division. She advanced to the Consolation Final after she defeated Leela Sivanesan in a three-setter. Hollis won the first set 7-5, Sivanesan won the second set 6-2 and in the third set […]

Daniel Augustus competed in the APGA Tour Charlie Sifford Centennial in Texas, finishing tied for seventh after a two-round total of 3-over par. The Bermudian golfer shot a first round 1-over par 73 before shooting a second round 2-over par 74. He shot a combined four birdies, 29 pars, and seven bogeys. Mr. Augustus said, […]

Bermudians will have plenty to cheer about when the WTS Bermuda Triathlon takes place on November 6th, with three Bermudian triathletes included in the start list for the Elite Fields, with Tyler Smith listed in the Men’s Elite Field, while Dame Flora Duffy and Erica Hawley are set to compete in the Women’s Elite Field. Dame Flora […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday October 29th. On Sunday the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship, the Enchantment of the Seas cruise ship and the Cadiz Knutsen LNG tanker will arrive, and on Tuesday the […]

Bermuda Police Service Commissioner Darrin Simons and his Senior Leadership Team congratulated Det. Cst. Steve Palmer after 35 years’ service. The Bermuda Police Service tweeted the photo below, saying: “This morning, Commissioner Simons & his Senior Leadership Team congratulated Det. Cst. Steve Palmer after 35 years’ service. DC Palmer was presented with a retirement plaque to […]

The Bermuda Hockey Federation will hold a Fundraising Golf Tournament at Belmont Hills Golf Course on Sunday, November 20. Teams of four are invited to wear the colours of their favourite World Cup football team. A prize will be awarded to the best-dressed foursome. The tournament has a shotgun start at 12.30 pm and includes raffles […]

Everest Re Group, Ltd. reported its third quarter 2022 results, noting that “Everest’s diversification strategy and underwriting discipline were key to mitigating our exposure to one of the industry’s largest hurricane losses in U.S. history.” Third Quarter 2022 Highlights Net Operating Loss of $205 million, and Net Loss of $319 Million driven by an active […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Three Bermudian mixed martial artists will test their mettle at the World Kickboxing and Karate Association [WKA] World Championships in Prestatyn, Wales, next week. Krista Dyer, Che Durham and Kallan Todd will represent the Bermuda Sanshou Association [BSA] in the Glory and K1 categories at the four-day championships, starting on Monday […]

October 28 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,436.96, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 68 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 BSX Will […]

“Pembroke residents connected to Government water service lines should expect scheduled interruptions to their piped water supply over a four month period starting Tuesday, 15 November, to allow for the complete replacement of the infrastructure,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “As the significant upgrades to Bermuda’s water and sewage infrastructure continue, the […]

The Ministry of Public Works released a road traffic notice for the Bermuda Triathlon Association International Carifta Triathlon Bicycle Road Race on 12 and 13 November 2022. The full road traffic notice follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Road Traffic Notice For Carifta Triathlon SheROX Triathlon Traffic Closures on Sunday Road Closures On Sunday Due […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 28] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered and cancellation of registration. Ombudsman Mr. Junior C.D. Watts Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1023/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 28 October 2022 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Ombudsman For […]

Saturday, October 29 is expected to see cloudy at first, brighter afternoon, showers early and late, 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 SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise will be at […]

Wilton Reinsurance Bermuda Limited donated $40,000 to several Bermuda charities. Each of the charities was nominated to receive support by the employees of Wilton Re Bermuda, many of whom cited a personal connection to or having had a direct personal impact by these philanthropic organizations.” Max Betteto, Travis Trott, Taiyana Allen, Shaun Reape- chair for […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy finished fifth in her first Ironman 70.3 World Championships in St George, Utah. Duffy, a wild-card entry, was in second place during the bike and run before showing signs of fatigue, finishing in 4hr 13min 33sec, with splits of 24:21, 2:21:29 and 1:25:04. She had only completed one half-distance […]

Premier David Burt expressed his support for the Bermudian golfers who are taking part in the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championships. Premier Burt tweeted the photos below, saying: “Was great to attend Port Royal Golf Course & show my support for MP Kim Swan as he makes his debut at the Bermuda PGA Championship & for Bermudians […]

The Department of Marine and Ports Services is advising the public that the 2022/2023 winter ferry schedule will come into effect on Monday, October 31st 2022. A Government spokesperson said, “For ferry scheduling information, please visit www.marineandports.bm.” The Winter Ferry Schedule follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Temporary Suspension Of Rockaway Ferry Stop ‘Bermudian’ Ferry […]

World Occupational Therapy Day was marked yesterday [Oct 27] with a theme of “Opportunity + Choice = Justice.” A spokesperson said, “‘Occupational Therapy Day was first launched on 27th October 2010. Since then, it has become an important date in the occupational therapy calendar to promote and celebrate the profession internationally, according to the World […]

Professional footballer Mia Fishel has won the Mexico Liga Mx Female Golden Boot Award. Fishel is the first foreign-born player to win the Golden Boot in the history of Mexico’s Liga MX Femenil. The American-born player scored 17 goals en route to the award, including a brace in Tigres Femenil’s 5-2 win Tuesday to finish […]

The First Friends Nursery & Preschool made a special Halloween visit to the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club today. A spokesperson said, “Today, the First Friends Nursery & Preschool chugged along Front Street to Pitts Bay Road aboard the big red train for a special Halloween visit to Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. Members of […]

Two people were removed and one person was added with changes made to the areas of Youth, Culture, Sport, Transport and the Cabinet Office as the Premier announced changes to Cabinet yesterday, and a more in-depth look at the adjustments is below Specific Changes The changes made by the Premier involved five people in total; two people […]

Noting it is “the third largest market after the US and Canada,” the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] said they have “seen major success in the UK market covering key media, marketing and trade sectors” and they aim to “increase the number of visitors to the island from the UK in the coming months.” A spokesperson […]

Nia Christopher and Leilanni Nesbeth continue their scoring streaks, with both Bermudian footballers scoring to help their college teams win. Christopher’s goal marked her 13th of the season, while Nesbeth’s was the second-fastest goal of the season for her team. The two footballers are prolific goal scorers, and in an international match for Bermuda earlier this […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy will pursue her first long-distance title at the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in St George, Utah, today. Among the pre-race favourites, Duffy has only completed one half-distance race in her glittering career, a narrow victory over Emma Pallant-Browne at Ironman 70.3 South Africa in January 2020. The Olympic […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] provided an update about the first BHB-wide electronic medical record system, which is set to go live this Saturday [Oct 29]. A spokesperson said, “The system has been called PEARL [Patient Electronic & Administrative Records Log] by staff. PEARL is an electronic medical record system that makes patient information, from medical history […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Karting fans can enjoy a driver’s perspective while reaching speeds of 65 miles per hour by riding aboard a custom-built two-seater shifter kart. Piloted by Scott Barnes, the island’s top driver, the high-octane experience will be available to the public at the Rubis Southside Raceway in St David’s. A two-year project […]

[Written by Don Burgess] Treasured memories of fishing with her father, Richard, led Lauren Allen to write a children’s book about her experiences. She started working on An Itch to Fish one year ago with help from the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation summer programme. Ms. Allen, 24, said, “It was inspired by fishing trips that […]

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Oct 28] with the list indicating that there are seven bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ombudsman On Bus Service Communications Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule Minister: Minibuses To Provide Transportation Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday […]

Today [Oct 27] marks the 11th anniversary of of Saving Children and Revealing Secrets [SCARS] being granted charitable status and the organisation extended their thanks to all involved and said they “will never cease in our efforts to protect the innocence of our future generations.” A spokesperson said, “Today marks 11 years of Saving Children […]

The first round of the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship was held at the Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton, today [Oct 27]. A spokesperson said, “The field of 132 players are playing for a $6.5 million purse, and the champion will receive $1.17 million and 500 FedExCup points. The second round will begin at 7:35 a.m. Leaders in […]

This November, the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art invites members of the public for an in-depth look at the life and work of artist Alfred Birdsey. A spokesperson said, “Birdsey: Stories and Sentiments – A Retrospective opens in the Masterworks Museum Butterfield Gallery on Monday, November 14th, 2022. “With a career spanning over five decades, […]

An Honours and Awards Ceremony was held at Government House, with Queen’s Certificates and Badges of Honour presented, and Commissions and a Warrant presented to members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment. Government House said, “Last night at Government House Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie, hosted an Honours and Awards Ceremony at which Queen’s […]

The Government of Bermuda London Office is inviting Bermudian students and recent graduates in the UK to attend the annual ‘Bermuda Dinner and Dialogue’, to be held in London and Nottingham this year. A spokesperson said, “Hosted by the Premier, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP the dinners present a unique opportunity to engage […]

Police officers “will be patrolling throughout the western, central and eastern parishes monitoring the various Halloween related activities.” A police spokesperson said, “With Halloween observed on Monday this year, the Bermuda Police Service is aware of a host of scheduled activities and parties across the island, including several this weekend. “Patrons attending Halloween parties are […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 27] include permanent resident certificate, Bermudian status and public notification. Permanent Resident Certificate – PRC 31B Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Permanent Resident Certificate – PRC 31B Notice ID: GN1017/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 27 October 2022 Notice is hereby given that application […]

Friday, October 28 is expected to see mostly cloudy, occasional rain or showers, chance thunder, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 7.32am […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Oct 27] with the list indicating that there is one bus run cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There was 1 run cancelled this morning, 41 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

The Bermuda Olympic Association will be hosting an event entitled “Women in Formation” to celebrate Women in Sport in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Olympic Association will be hosting an event entitled “Women in Formation” on Saturday November 12th at Tucker’s Point, to celebrate Women in Sport in Bermuda. “This special event will include […]

The Department of Health is recognizing World Occupational Therapy Day today [Oct 27] by highlighting the services offered by the occupational therapists working under the department. A spokesperson said, “October 27th is World Occupational Therapy Day, which allows us to highlight the different types of occupational therapy [OT] and feature some of the incredible clinicians […]

US Sailing — the national governing body for sailing in the U.S. — released the report requested by the Bermuda Race Organizing Committee following the tragic death of Colin Golder during the 2022 Newport Bermuda Race. Mr Golder, a U.S. citizen who was the captain of the 42-foot sloop Morgan of Marietta, died after going […]