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The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 21] include road sobriety checkpoint notice, acting appointments, public notification,  and notice of intended marriage. Road Sobriety Checkpoint [No. 8] Notice 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Road Sobriety Checkpoint Notice Notice ID: GN0814/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Police Service Publication date: 21 August, […]

Friday, August 22 is expected to see sunny breaks with a few showers, improving through the day, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be […]

The Government said they are “aware of reports circulating on social media of encounters with an individual who is a known sex offender.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Government understands the concerns and distress that these posts have caused in the community, particularly for women who have described feelings of intimidation and harassment.” The Attorney […]

Bermudian students Jae Gibbons, Cody Rans and Ben Osset took part in Allied World Bermuda’s summer internship. A spokesperson said, “Allied World Bermuda held an eight-week summer internship program in June and July this year with three talented Bermudian students. The interns included Jae Gibbons [Bournemouth University], Cody Rans [University of Exeter], and Ben Osset […]

AXA XL has awarded the 2025 AXA XL Scholarship to Bermudian university student Oliver Cherry. A spokesperson said, “AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA SA [AXA], today announced that the 2025 AXA XL Scholarship has been awarded to Bermudian university student Oliver [aka Olly] Cherry. “The AXA XL Scholarship is a […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] congratulated Constable Hashim Estwick on receiving the Pride of Barbados Diaspora Award. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is proud to recognise one of its own, Mr. Hashim Estwick, who was recently honoured in his home country of Barbados with the Pride of Barbados Diaspora Award. “Mr. […]

Dawn Eversley has been appointed to Public Service Commission, A statement from Government House said, “Congratulations to Ms Dawn Eversley on her appointment to the Public Service Commission. Ms Eversley has extensive human resources experience across both the public and private sectors, locally and internationally. “She is well-versed in the frameworks governing public officers and civil […]

Sprinter Caitlyn Bobb has reflected her silver medal win in the 400 metres final at the Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay, yesterday [August 20]. Bobb, who revealed she felt her hamstring during the race, was narrowly beaten by Canadian Dianna Proctor. The 22-year-old finished in 52.14sec. “During the race, I felt something in […]

Bermuda women’s football captain Eva Frazzoni says she is ahead of schedule in her recovery from a hip surgery. The national team captain has revealed she underwent surgery in the summer to repair a hip impingement and a labral tear, after playing through pain for nearly two years. Frazzoni, 28, said she has returned to […]

The St. George’s Parish Council awarded scholarships to Izeyah Wainwright, Chari Ingham-Trott, and Amari Place. A spokesperson said, “The St. George’s Parish Council [St. GPC] was delighted to assist in the furtherance of academic pursuits again this year. Three $5000 scholarships were awarded to three deserving candidates. These scholarships will be used to assist with […]

Bermudian swimmers Thomas Cechini and Conor Hupman continued competing at the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Romania, taking part in the men’s 200-meter freestyle. Cechini placed fourth in heat 6 with a time of 1 minute, 55.51 seconds, ranking 54th overall. Hupman finished sixth in heat 5 in 2:00.25, placing 76th overall. Both athletes […]

The Bermuda Captive Network has appointed Helen Souza of Exordium as a consultant to “support its membership drive and business development initiatives.” A spokesperson said, “Souza brings extensive experience in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and business development, paired with a deep understanding of Bermuda’s captive insurance sector. Over the course of her career, Helen has […]

Bermudian golfer Daniel Augustus finished tied for 55th place at the Caddy Club Challenge 2025, a Tier 2 series event at Moseley Golf Club in Birmingham. Augustus closed with a final-round 8-over-par 78, carding one birdie and nine pars along with seven bogies and a double bogey. His two-day total of 10-over par ended his […]

August 20 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,978.63, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 19 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 18 […]

Five Berkeley Institute students are gaining experience in fintech and digital technology at Chubb and Paradise Mobile through an Economic Development Department grant. A Government spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department [EDD] approved a grant to give five Fintech students from The Berkeley Institute the opportunity to intern at Chubb and Paradise Mobile to gain […]

Bermudian sprinter Caitlyn Bobb has won the silver medal in the women’s 400-metre final at the Junior Pan American Games in Paraguay, marking the third medal win for Bermuda at these Games. She recorded a medal winning time of 52.14 seconds. Dianna Proctor of Canada won with a time of 51.97 seconds, while Shanakaye Anderson of Jamaica […]

Bermudian Noelle Young highlighted the importance of the Sargasso Sea at she spoke at United Nations Headquarters in New York. A spokesperson said, “Activists, scientists and Indigenous community members, alongside Greenpeace, called on governments to agree on the process for the first protected areas under the Global Ocean Treaty as the BBNJ Preparatory Commission talks resume […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 20] include notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. List of Planning Applications Advertised on August 20, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0806/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 20 August, 2025 The […]

A collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred near the junction with Grace Lane, Pembroke today [August 20]. A police spokesperson said, “Police are currently on the scene of a road traffic collision involving a car and a motorcycle near the junction with Grace Lane, Pembroke. At this time, injuries are not believed to […]

The City of Hamilton has released its 2024 Annual Report, showcasing key projects, partnerships, and progress made over the past year. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is pleased to announce the release of its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting the projects, partnerships, and progress achieved over the past year. “Now in its second year […]

The Department of Libraries and Archives announced that the Florenz Webbe Maxwell Youth Library will close at 1.00pm on Friday [Aug 22] to accommodate a special event. A Government spokesperson said, “We encourage patrons to plan their visits accordingly and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Regular operating hours will resume on the following […]

Eight of the island’s top young golfers have headed to play in the North America Cup in Ontario, Canada. Bermuda will be represented by Arman Newton, Cole Graham, Isaac Davies, Lachlan Souter, Darina Betschart, Camillo Legere, Fletcher Logie and Lewis Macfarlane. Craig Brown, the BGA president, and Tamara Betschart, the team manager, have travelled with […]

Thursday, August 21 is expected to see bright start, turning cloudy, gusty showers developing later, with the high to be near 31°C/88°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at 6.46am […]

Bermuda teenager Isaac Todd will further his football education at the Benfica Residential Academy in St Leo, Florida. “We’re very excited to announce that Isaac Todd will be joining our boys Benfica Residential Academy ahead of next season,” read a Benfica Residential Academy social media post. The Benfica Residential Academy is based at Saint Leo […]

“Bermuda will remain open for business,” the government said today as it provided an update on the expected impact of Hurricane Erin. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security today advised that the Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] executive met for a second time this week to review the latest developments regarding Hurricane Erin. […]