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Trey Mallory had a mixed day as he and his UNC Wilmington men’s tennis teammates wrapped up the opening day action at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association [ITA] Carolina Regional at the Cary Tennis Park. Mallory fell in his opening match in the singles main draw in straight sets 6-1, 7-5 to Lucas Wayenburg from CCU. […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced the promotion of three staff members – Jakai Franks, Tashae Thompson, and Duncan Beveridge – within its Experience, Operations and Finance teams. A spokesperson said, “Tashae Thompson has been promoted to VP of Experience. In this role, she will be responsible for leading the organization’s efforts to increase visitor spending and […]

The Hog Penny Restaurant & Pub recently received an apology and $10 payment from a “prior pub patron” from Arizona in return for a mug that he apparently took 50 years ago, with Hog Penny saying the apology was “fully accepted.” The message accompanying the $10 said, “Please accept this $10.00 as payment for a […]

MP Jamahl Simmons and his team are getting set to host a virtual open mic and listening forum for constituency 33 residents on Thursday [Oct 27] at 7.30pm. In an online post, MP Simmons said, “Our C33 Team recognizes the massive dissatisfaction with the status quo. We are hosting a virtual open mic night for […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Charles Marshall, the island’s most decorated referee and former Bermuda Football Association president, has died. He was in his eighties. A statement by the BFA read: “Bermuda has lost a true son of the soil and a statesman. “The Bermuda Football Association sends condolences to the family and friends of Mr […]

The police have launched an investigation after a 31-year-old man collapsed in Queen Elizabeth Park in Hamilton, suffering from a stab wound to his leg. A police spokesperson said, “Detectives are appealing for witnesses to a stabbing incident that took place around 5:15pm Monday, 24th October 2022 at Queen Elizabeth Park [formerly Par-La-Ville Park] in […]

Beyond Plastic Bermuda announced the launch of its programme for Bermuda businesses, ‘Beyond Plastic Champions’. A spokesperson said, “The Beyond Plastic Champions programme is designed to recognise and encourage organisations in every industry on the island to take steps to reduce their single-use plastic usage. “In support of The Bermuda Government’s impending single-use plastic legislation […]

Rishi Sunak has officially become the United Kingdom’s new Prime Minister after meeting with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace. A BBC story said, “Rishi Sunak has become the new UK prime minister after meeting King Charles at Buckingham Palace. “In his first speech outside No 10, he says the UK is facing a “profound economic […]

Leilanni Nesbeth scored for Florida State as they defeated the University of Pittsburgh, with the Bermudian footballer scoring an impressive goal to help her team claim the 1-0 victory. The school’s match report said, “The No. 4 Florida State soccer team took down No. 20 Pitt 1-0 on the road on Sunday afternoon. “The Seminole […]

The Bermuda Karting Club 2022/23 race season continued at the RUBiS Southside Raceway. The Tag Senior Class saw Jason North in the winner’s circle in all three races, while Jonah Moniz won all three races in the Tag Junior Class. Scott Barnes won two of the three races in the L206 Senior Class, with North […]

Casey Truran and his Savannah College of Art and Design [SCAD] Equestrian teammates were named champions at the IHSA Region 5 Zone 5 Horse Show in the US. SCAD won the title with 44 points while the University of Florida was named Reserve Champion in the 11-team field. Truran finished 1st in the open over […]

A Bermudian online gift shop looking to inspire motivation in others and promote positivity has been launched. The R.I.S.E. [Resiliently Inspired. Strengthened and Encouraged] Motivational Gift Shop sells items, decorated with inspiring messages, such as water bottles, ceramic mugs, wine tumblers, purses, wallets, T-shirts, dresses and mini notebooks. It opened on October 10 to coincide […]

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Oct 25] with the list indicating that there are seventeen 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 […]

NEXT Bermuda’s Digital Assets Industry Forum and its members said they “strongly support Bermuda and the continuous development of its Digital Asset industry.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is the ideal home for Digital Asset businesses, which include but not limited to Exchanges, Insurers, Funds and Banks, which are committed to excellence and adhering to clear […]

October 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,493.27, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 68 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories BSX Will Be Closed On Monday For Holiday LOM Company Shares Purchased By […]

Graphic designer and digital creative Karee Luna will hold a panel discussion on October 27th designed to educate Bermuda’s community on NFTs. A spokesperson said, “Aimed at demystifying the digital, cutting-edge technology, this free event will take place on October 27 at the Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA] and is sponsored by The Argus Group, […]

The Ministry of Home Affairs announced that the Draft Blue Prosperity Plan consultation period is extended from November 12 to December 31, 2022, saying that the ”extension will give the public and key stakeholder groups more time to understand and provide feedback on how the Plan will shape the economic and environmental decisions around Bermuda’s marine […]

The City of Hamilton is reminding Bermuda’s boating community that the deadline to register to take part in the 2022 City Christmas Boat Parade is fast-approaching, with the deadline set for November 9th. A spokesperson said, “The City is thrilled to reveal that we are working with Kyle Swan of Swan Pyrotechnics Ltd. to bring […]

“Parents and guardians of public school students are reminded of the October 31st, 2022, deadline to apply for the Government’s $150 Relief fund,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education has received applications for 2,488 students. 2,276 applications have been approved by the Ministry and submitted to the Accountant General’s […]

Do you need some inspiration to get your entrepreneurial venture started? The BEDC has again partnered with Driven Society to bring Bermuda’s entrepreneurs InspireCon 2022. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, November 3rd, a line-up of international talent, including Arianna Rose & Soleil Laurent, Founders of the Equality Education, Brandon Pankey, Founder of Apex, and Songe […]

The “requirement for pre-arrival or pre-departure testing, arrival testing, and day 4 testing for all travellers will end” as of tomorrow [Oct 25]. The Government, who previously announced this, posted the reminder graphic below, saying, “As of 25 October 2022, the requirement for pre-arrival or pre-departure testing, arrival testing, and day 4 testing for all […]

The Minister of National Security Michael Weeks recently visited the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service’s airport operations division and Clearwater station recently, where he spent time with firefighters to hear about their work and to see them in action. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister also used the opportunity to meet with the overseas firefighters […]

Wine & Wordsmithy, fresh off the success of its inaugural event, has announced that its second event will take place on Friday, November 4th. A spokesperson said, “The venue will be Mitchell House – home of the St. George’s Historical Society Museum and the Featherbed Alley Printing Shop, currently celebrating its 100th year. The focus […]

Firearms training for armed police officers will take place from Tuesday through Thursday this week in Devonshire and “there may be loud noises during each exercise,” the police have advised. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is advising the public that firearms training for armed police officers will take place Tuesday, 25th October through Thursday, […]

Tuesday, October 25 is expected to see early cloud and showers around turns into a bright afternoon, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be […]

[Written by Berkeley Institute students] “Individuals are told to reduce our “carbon footprint,” and we should. But how many years of riding a bike to work would it take me to offset one F-15 flying for an hour?” Bruce E. Johansen. This is not a question that a typical 17-year-old thinks about, but on October […]

Horseshoe Road from the junction of South Road to Scenic Heights Pass will be closed for a neighbourhood block party on Saturday [Oct 29] afternoon. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that Horseshoe Road from the junction of South Road to Scenic Heights Pass will be […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is urging the public to learn the signs and symptoms of stroke, noting that Saturday [Oct 29] is World Stroke Day, and this week BHB’s Primary Stroke Centre team “wants to increase community awareness of this condition, which is on the rise in Bermuda.” “Every second counts when treating someone […]

The merchants of Court Street will host their Court Street Market Halloween Festival on Sunday [Oct 30] from 1.00pm to 6.00pm. The event flyer says, “Court Street Market presents a Halloween Festival on Sunday, October 30, 2022 from 1.00pm to 6.00pm. Over $1,500 worth of prizes. “Categories for costume competition: Best Costume Under 12 Best Costume […]

Two teenagers — on a motorcycle the police confirmed was stolen — were arrested after they failed to stop, which was followed by a police pursuit which went from Paget, through Devonshire into Smith’s parish,. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3pm Friday, 21st October 2022 police officers were involved in a pursuit of a suspected stolen […]

TROIKA Bermuda announced the audition details for their upcoming Work in Progress #8 production of the Broadway Hit Musical ‘Sarafina!’ A spokesperson said, “Sarafina! is a South African musical by Mbongeni Ngema and Hugh Masakela depicting students involved in the Soweto Riots, in opposition to apartheid. “TROIKA will be auditioning actors, singers, and dancers for the […]

The Customs Department is “introducing a new feature to improve transparency around importing goods to the island using the Customs Automated Processing System [CAPS].” A spokesperson said, “From today, Monday, 24th October, the department will email the importer on any Bermuda Customs Declarations [BCDs] in cases where the party submitting the BCD has a different […]

Rishi Sunak is set to become the United Kingdom’s next Prime Minister, with the 42-year-old to become the first person of color to hold the position. The Standard reported, “Rishi Sunak is to become Britain’s 57th Prime Minister after both Boris Johnson and Penny Mordaunt pulled out of the race to be the next Tory […]

The new, enlarged edition of Collected Essays on Bermuda’s History by Jonathan Land Evans is now available. Mr Evans explained, “The new, enlarged [and now with pictorial cover] edition of my Collected Essays on Bermuda’s History: a diverse compilation of scholarly research papers and journalism, which comprises a selection of 46 essays on a variety […]

Goslings has partnered with Bermuda artists Nhuri Bashir and Domico Watson to create a limited edition Black Seal Rum bottle,  offering a ”colourful and one-of-a-kind collage.” The Goslings Rum website said, “Goslings has partnered with Bermuda artists Nhuri Bashir and Domico Watson to create a limited edition Black Seal Rum bottle. “Their mixed media approach combined […]

Evolution Healing Centre is thanking the public for the response to its stroke rehabilitation survey, with a stroke education event planned for October 28. A spokesperson said, “Thank you for all the responses to our stroke rehabilitation survey which ended in September. The main aim of the survey was to collect data regarding stroke survivor’s […]

A clean up was held on Cooper’s Island by the Kiwanis Club of St George’s, who partnered with Keep Bermuda Beautiful, as part of the worldwide Kiwanis ‘One Day’ initiative. A spokesperson said, “One of Bermuda’s most picturesque parks was subject to invasion over the weekend. However, there was no need to call out the […]

Bermudian cyclists were back in action competing in the Caribbean Cycling Championships in the Dominican Republic, making yet another outstanding showing to claim a medal win. Caitlin Conyers won the bronze medal competing in the Women’s Elite Road Race finishing in a time of 1:59:47, while Gabriella Arnold finished 11th with a time of 2:02:49. […]

At sundown on the 25th and sundown the 26th of October, 2022 the Bermudian Baha’i Community will join millions of Bahá’is around the world in observing the “Twin Holy Days”, commemorating the birthdays of the Báb and Baháʼu’lláh, respectively. A spokesperson said, “The Báb is recognized as the Prophet-Herald of the Bahá’i Faith, who revolutionized […]

Compre has signed agreements to acquire the Irish subsidiary of Covéa, Medical Insurance Company DAC. A spokesperson said, “Compre, the Bermuda headquartered international legacy group,  announces it has signed agreements to acquire the Irish subsidiary of Covéa, Medical Insurance Company DAC [MIC], which provided general liability insurance covering professional medical malpractice risks. MIC entered into […]

The Bermuda Field Hockey Season resumed at the National Sports Center, with seven goals scored in the two games. Budgies Grey 2 – Budgies Red 3 In the opener, the battle of the Budgies was won by the red team who came from behind to win 3 – 2 over the red team. The grey […]

The Bermuda Flag football Winter League season resumed at the TN Tatem Middle School Field with yet another double-header that produced 131 points in the day. In the opener, the Chargers defeated the Ravens 46 – 12, while the Seahawks won the second game of the day defeating the Rhinos 41 – 32. Related Stories […]

The Mid Ocean Club has again achieved “Gold” level accreditation standard and has been nominated for three awards by Investors in People [IIP], a global organization that advises and conducts assessments of employers using IIP’s “we invest in people” framework, focusing on areas of employee engagement, communication, organizational culture and work practices. A spokesperson said, […]

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” of Everen Specialty Ltd. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of Everen Specialty Ltd. [Everen Specialty] [Hamilton, Bermuda] [formally […]

“The rumored protest scheduled for this Friday, in opposition to our internal leadership election results, is misguided, and misdirected and will not serve to change the outcome,” the PLP said this evening [Oct 23]. A PLP spokesperson said, “Everyone has a right to prefer one candidate over another, that is the beauty of our democracy, […]

Monday, October 24 is expected to be partly cloudy, 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 NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 88%. Sunrise will be at 7:29am and sunset will be at 6:36pm. […]

Elijah Daley competed in the Hall of Fame Invitational swim meet at the Etobicoke Olympium. Daley clocked two personal best times, including a time of 25.14 on his way to finishing sixth in the 50m freestyle final and a time of 54.57 to finish fifth in the 100m freestyle final. He also got on the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Andre Lambe claimed the vacant American Boxing Federation regional welterweight title after defeating American Jose Ceja at The Shed in Dockyard last night. Lambe secured a unanimous points victory over Ceja, a late replacement for Canadian Paul Ispas, who withdrew from the fight at the eleventh hour. The Bermudian, who improves […]

Strategic Risk Solutions [SRS] announced that Paul Gatutha has joined SRS Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Strategic Risk Solutions [SRS], the world’s largest independent insurance company manager, announced that Paul Gatutha has joined SRS Bermuda as a Director in its Hamilton office. “Mr. Gatutha will be a key member of the Bermuda leadership team and will […]

News that Karim Creary and Kiara Wilkinson were both called to the Bermuda Bar, Keith Smith earned the Public Service Excellence Award, and Nia Christopher scored her 12th goal of the season were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Nahki Wells scored in a Bristol City victory, […]