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The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] has opened applications for the 2025 Youth Employment Programmes [YEP], inviting students aged 16–26 to apply for summer job opportunities. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] is excited to announce that the 2025 Youth Employment Programmes [YEP] applications are now open. All students aged 16 […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 2] include cancellation of registration. Bermuda Monetary Authority North American London Underwriters Limited Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN1079/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 02 December, 2024 Order Insurance Act 1978 Cancellation Of Registration Under Section 42[1][a] […]

Tuesday December 3 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 7:04am and sunset will […]

The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2024/2025 season roared back to life at the Southside MotorSports Park, with race day 4 delivering a thrilling display of speed and skill. Tag Seniors Class Heat 1 Nathan DeCosta Ryan Burgess Jonah Moniz Brian Bulhoes William Dunkley Marc Tucker Lucas Flood Keyara Signor Caisey Heat 2 Nathan DeCosta Ryan Burgess […]

A 42-foot sailing vessel safely arrived in Bermuda, after a scenario which had included the US Coast Guard searching for him. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Sunday 24th November 2024 – 4:15pm – Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre was contacted by the US Coastguard at RCC Norfolk, requesting any information on the 42ft Sailing […]

Cire Bean — who was an independent candidate for the bye-election in Constituency 36 Sandys North — joined Bernews for an interview with the possibility of having overseas voting for students, policies that affect the youth of Bermuda, the local real estate market, and the potential benefits of having an independent representative in Parliament among the […]

“As Attorney General, I am both honoured and delighted to ensure this foundational document is safeguarded for future generations,” said the Attorney General and Minister of Justice Kim Wilkerson. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week, Minister Wilkerson officially transferred the original 1988 US-Bermuda Tax Treaty to the Bermuda Archives. This pivotal document, which underpins Bermuda’s […]

The landing of Google’s new subsea cable in Bermuda will “pave the way for the island to become a transatlantic digital hub, bringing multiple local benefits,” said the guest speaker at the Association of Bermuda International Companies’ [ABIC] annual general meeting. A spokesperson said, “Fiona Beck, an adviser to Google and the former CEO of […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Northlands Primary School choir, under the leadership of music teacher Terry Henry, will aim to bring the festive spirit to life at the second annual Skyport Great Bermuda Carol-Off. The three-day event, which started today [December 2] at LF Wade International Airport, will feature approximately 20 local schools performing by […]

The Ministry of Health advised that the St. George’s Health Clinic is “temporarily closed for Oral Health Services due to a malfunctioning motor that powers the suction lines in the St. George’s Dental Clinic.” A Government spokesperson said, “This issue has rendered the Department of Health’s St George’s Dental Clinic inoperable for the time being. […]

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce Retail Division announced the return of late-night holiday shopping with the launch of the Hamilton Mingle & Jingle event series. A spokesperson said, “This beloved pre-pandemic tradition is being rebooted for the first time, bringing back the joy and excitement of late-night holiday shopping to the heart of Hamilton. This exciting […]

Allan and Sarah Frith topped an eight-boat fleet to win the Comet Class Winter Series race in St. George’s Harbour. The Friths took second in the first race, first in the second and second in the third to finish with five points. Dale Brangman and Malahhu Salassie finished second with six points. They won the […]

The PLP announced that Senator Arianna Hodgson will be their candidate for Constituency 25 Warwick North East. A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is proud to announce Senator Arianna Hodgson as its candidate for Constituency 25 in the upcoming General Election. This announcement comes as the PLP continues to build on its legacy of delivering […]

A free Kwanzaa celebration will be held on Sunday, December 8 at the new Treehouse at 12 Trott Road in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “Come and join a free celebration of Kwanzaa this coming Sunday, December 8 at the new Treehouse on 12 Trott Road, Hamilton. “Kwanzaa is a time for families and communities to […]

Five Bermudian archers have attended a training camp in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Sharpening their skills at the Lancaster Archery Academy were Camerin Pickering, Jaydon Roberts, Robin Selley, N’Dera Smith and Elektra Smith. Roberts will represent Bermuda at the Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay, in August next year. Related Stories Bermuda Archers To Compete In […]

The Bermuda Boys’ Brigade and Church Girls’ Brigade will hold a car wash and Christmas sale on December 7 to support the Family Centre Hardship Fund. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Boys’ Brigade and Church Girls’ Brigade are having our annual car wash and Christmas sale, which includes holiday decorations and gifts, on December 7. […]

The Skyport’s Great Bermuda Carol-Off event is taking place today [Dec 2] at the L.F. Wade International Airport and you can tune in and watch live below. We’re also posting live updates as the event unfolds, which you can see below. Your screen will automatically refresh with the latest updates: Related Stories Photos: Christmas Carol-Off […]

[Written by Dennis Eve] The highly anticipated clash between public high school rivals Berkeley Institute and CedarBridge Academy unfolded on November 30, 2024, in a thrilling finale that will be remembered as one of the most iconic matches in high school football history. For those who missed it, the contest was a showcase of extraordinary […]

Fireworks are lighting up the sky at the Marketplace Christmas Parade this evening [Dec 1]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Six Videos: Boat Parade & Fireworks In Hamilton Photos & Video: Fireworks Display In Hamilton Christmas Parade To Feature Fireworks Photos & […]

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] will sponsor a free foundational course for the fifth consecutive year, providing Bermudian students and the public with free access to education about Bermuda’s re/insurance industry. A spokesperson said, “In collaboration with Bermuda College and the Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science at […]

Last week, Bermuda “signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] on Economic, Trade, and Technical Co-operation with the Republic of Ghana,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “In a two-part process, the MOU was first signed in Ghana by the Honourable Abena Osei-Asare, Minister of State of the Ministry of Finance of Ghana. Then […]

Recently, the Government of Bermuda and the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] jointly hosted a Long Service Awards Ceremony honouring more than 200 public officers for their combined hundreds of years of dedicated service. A Government spokesperson said, “On hand to present the awards to dozens of public officers who have served 10, 15, 20, […]

Tyler Butterfield finished in 295th position in the València marathon in Spain today [December 1]. The 41-year-old, who came thirtieth in his category, completed the course in 2hr 26min 06sec. Butterfield, who holds the national marathon record of 2:21:47, has ran eight marathons: Boston 2024, Fukuoka, Japan, 2024, Seville, Spain, 2023, Lake Biwa, Japan 2019, […]

Monday, December 2 is expected to be cloudy with occasional rain/showers, clearing during evening, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 7.04am and […]

The MarketPlace Christmas Parade is taking place this evening [Dec 1] in Hamilton and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories 11 Videos: 2015 Santa Claus Parade In Hamilton Video: 2023 Marketplace Christmas Parade Christmas Parade To Return To Hamilton Aerial Video: MarketPlace Christmas Parade Two Hour Video: Christmas Parade In Hamilton […]