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Suggestions to honour people who have made lasting contributions to Bermuda’s history and heritage are now being accepted by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport.
The window for nominations, whi…

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Daren Bascome Receives AIGA Fellow Award

October 7, 2024

Bermudian Daren Bascome spoke at the 2024 AIGA Boston Fellow Awards Celebration, with Mr. Bascome himself among the event’s three awardees. A spokesperson said, “‘Being a great designer isn’t about what you know, it’s about what you notice,’ said Daren Bascome, Managing Director of Proverb Agency on Tuesday at the 2024 AIGA Boston Fellow Awards […]

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High Surf Warning: South Shore Beaches

October 7, 2024

The Department of Parks is advising the public that high surf signs have been posted along South Shore beaches and public parks in light of “rough sea conditions.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Parks is advising the public that, due to rough sea conditions, high surf signs have been posted along the South […]

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Free health expo at airport tomorrow

October 7, 2024

Residents can enjoy free health and fitness demonstrations and meal preparation advice at LF Wade International Airport tomorrow.
A health and safety expo will take place in the main terminal from 10…

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Beachgoers warned to avoid dangerous seas

October 7, 2024

Members of the public have been warned to stay out of the water because of dangerous rough seas.
A spokesman for the Department of Parks said that high surf signs were posted along South Shore beaches…

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McNiven Wins IOD North American Championship

October 7, 2024

Four more races in the International One Design [IOD] North American championship took place on the Great Sound. After a total of eight races, Bill McNiven was crowned the champion with 13 net points, this after finishing third in three races on the day, he also finished 2nd in a race. Ned Johnston won three […]

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Kamau Leverock Plays For Gujarat Greats

October 7, 2024

Bermudian cricketer Kamau Leverock played for Gujarat Greats in the Legends League Cricket [LLC] against India Capitals at the Molana Azad Stadium in Jammu today [October 7]. The Capitals, who won by four wickets, restricted the Greats to 134 runs for the loss of six wickets from their 20 overs. Leverock was due to bat […]

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Motorcyclist injured in Warwick crash

October 7, 2024

A motorcyclist was taken to hospital today after a crash in Warwick.
The incident happened at the junction of Middle Road and Ten Pin Crescent.
The Bermuda Police Service believed that the 30-year-old…

BMA volunteers in community day

October 7, 2024

The Bermuda Monetary Authority’s employee-led Annual Community Day on Thursday involved volunteering in support of charitable causes.
This year, the BMA collaborated with five charities chosen by staf…

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Langley & Dailey Win Beyond Fitness 5K

October 7, 2024

Jackson Langley and Christine Dailey are the 2024 Beyond Fitness 5K Run male and female champions. Langley ran to victory in a time of 17:39, Dylan Eiselt was second with a time of 17:57, and Sanchez Smith rounded out the podium stopping the clock in a time of 17:58. Dailey finished 9th overall clocking a […]

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East End Primary ‘steps up to the plate’ for seniors

October 7, 2024

A school that pitched in for East End seniors has won appreciation and thanks from the Royal Artillery Association.
The St George’s charity said the faculty of East End Primary School “stepped up to t…

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Campaign launches to address food insecurity and hunger

October 7, 2024

A community group has launched a new campaign dedicated to fight hunger, food insecurity and nutritional inequity in Bermuda.
The #FoodForLife campaign, put together by Bermuda is Love, was designed t…

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Commitment to seniors outlined at Age Concern meeting

October 7, 2024

The Government is committed to providing support to help the island’s older residents, a forum for seniors heard last week.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, addres…

Sebastian Coe to be guest speaker at Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge

October 7, 2024

Sebastian Coe is heading to Bermuda in the new year to be the guest speaker at the 2025 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge.
A legendary British middle-distance runner who won four Olympic medals, includ…

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Minister urges community collaboration on fire safety

October 7, 2024

The community’s collective responsibility to safeguard homes and neighbours has been highlighted for the launch of Fire Safety Awareness Week.
Members of the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service attended a…

Leading archers showcase talent at national championships

October 7, 2024

Bermuda’s best archers showcased their sharpshooting at the National Outdoor Archery Championships on Saturday.
Among those in action were Camerin Pickering, who came close to securing a spot at the O…

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Conor White Races In Gravel Championships

October 7, 2024

Bermudian cyclist Conor White finished 114th in the elite men’s race at the UCI Gravel World Championships from Halle to Leuven, Belgium, yesterday [October 6]. The 25-year-old completed the 181-kilometre course in the Forests of Brabant in 5hr 07min 39sec. Mathieu Van Der Poel, of the Netherlands, won the race in 4:41:23. White, the island’s […]

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Saundre Simmons Set For Boxing Match In US

October 7, 2024

Bermudian boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons will aim for his fifth straight victory in the professional ranks when he returns to the ring on October 26 in Fayetteville, North Carolina. It will be Simmons’s first outing since beating Mexican Victor Aceves via a knockout in Tijuana, Mexico, in May. The 27-year-old [4-0] wrote on social media: […]

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Maycock & Samuels Ready For Peru Tournament

October 7, 2024

Two Bermuda bowlers have journeyed to Peru and are hoping to do their country proud while representing Team Bermuda on the lanes at the 2024 PANAM Bowling Champion of Champions, which will be contested at the VIDENA Bowling Center of La Villa Deportiva Nacional [VIDENA] in Lima. The Bermuda contingent features David Maycock and LeVinc […]

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Column: Rev Dill On C36, Thank You & More

October 7, 2024

[Opinion column written by MP Rev. Dr. Emily Gail Dill] To the People of Sandys North, Constituency 36, I stand before you with a heart full of gratitude and humility. I thank each and every one of you who cast your vote in this election, placing your trust and faith in me. For those who […]

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Results: BFA First & Premier Division Football

October 7, 2024

Footballers in both the BFA First Division and Premier Division were in action this weekend, with St. David’s, PHC Zebras, North Village Rams & St. George’s Colts all earning wins. First Division St. David’s 3 Southampton Rangers 1 At Lord’s in St. David’s, the home team defeated the Southampton Rangers 3 – 1. After a […]

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BEDC To Host Lunch & Learn On Oct 11

October 7, 2024

The BEDC will hold a free Lunch and Learn on October 11, 2024 at Sofia House, Hamilton, offering insights from the Bermuda Omnibus Survey to support data-driven business growth. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] invites the community to a special Lunch and Learn event on October 11th, 2024, from 12:30pm to […]

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Green & Dore Earn BTA Olympic Distance Title

October 7, 2024

Will Green and Marie Dore were crowned the Bermuda Triathlon Association’s national Olympic distance triathlon male and female champions. Green was clocked across the line in a time of 2:17.18, he clocked a time of 23.42 on the swim, before clocking 1:12.15 on the bike course before completing the run course in a time of […]

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Minister Walter Roban Participates In GO CFF

October 7, 2024

Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban travelled overseas to attend the Green Overseas Climate Finance Forum. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to advise that the Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP, travelled overseas this weekend to represent Bermuda at […]

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Archery Nationals Held In St George’s

October 7, 2024

The National Archery Association of Bermuda [NAAB] held its Outdoor National event at the Gold Point Archery Range in St George’s on Saturday [October 5]. It was the final outdoor event of the season, with the archers now preparing for the indoor campaign. In the Barebow Yeoman Development Men’s Division [9 metres], Ethan Adelsberg shot […]

Veteran educators launch university guidance business

October 7, 2024

For decades Jon Beard and Nicole Chichon gave college counselling to students at Saltus Grammar School. Now retired, the two have formed their own business, University & College Advisory Network. …

Corporate tax will not affect island’s insurance standing

October 7, 2024

The new corporate income tax is not expected to affect Bermuda’s standing as a major reinsurance hub, according to an article in S&P Global.
The 15 per cent tax will apply to multinational enterpr…

New corporate requirements under privacy rules

October 7, 2024

New legislation in force as of January will bring an “unchartered territory” for most Bermuda organisations, according to a global offshore law firm.
Businesses will be required to make disclosures to…

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Mr Chicken Express goes cashless after third robbery

October 7, 2024

The fed-up owners of Devonshire takeout restaurant are moving to a cashless system after the outlet was hit by armed robbers for the third time since it opened in 2013.
Mr Chicken Express fell victim…

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Bermudian actor calls upon ‘inner mob boss’ for film role

October 7, 2024

A Bermudian actress and singer living in England has played a major role in a new film.
Tauria Raynor said that she channelled her inner mob boss for her role in the thriller, Mother Mafia.
Ms Raynor …

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Family and friends celebrate life of beloved lawyer

October 7, 2024

A year on from the passing of Jonathan Betts, loved ones of the lawyer and athlete banded together for a gruelling challenge to follow in the footsteps of a man who personified fitness and a love of l…

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Eugene ‘Penny’ Simmons (1938-2024): Olympian sailor

October 7, 2024

A soft-spoken master sailor who exemplified his motto of “sportsmanship before winning” has been hailed as a “backbone“ of the island’s sailing community.
Eugene “Penny” Simmons, inducted into the Ber…

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Longtails affected by Ernesto returned to the open

October 7, 2024

Nine longtails that survived Hurricane Ernesto were released into the wild after recovering at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo.
The facility took in 25 birds, including 15 longtails, gulls, heron…

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Arnezha Astwood & Omaha Defeat St. Thomas

October 7, 2024

Arnezha Astwood and his University of Omaha Men’s Soccer teammates returned home to post their first Summit League win of the year, a convincing 2-1 win over St. Thomas at Caniglia Field. Omaha controlled much of the match, out shooting the University of St. Thomas 16-6, limiting them to just one shot in the second […]

Jonté Smith penalty earns North Village first win of the season

October 6, 2024

Dandy Town 0 North Village 1

Jonté Smith’s first-half penalty secured North Village their first league win of the campaign with victory over Dandy Town at Goose Gosling Field on Sunday.
Smith fo…

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Phillips Competes In Baylor Tennis Challenge

October 6, 2024

Arizona State University men’s tennis player Daniel Phillips participated in the DI Big 12 / SEC Tennis Challenge at Baylor University. The Bermudian tennis player and his doubles partner Nicola Cigna defeated Lucas Brown and Evan Burnett of the University of Texas at Austin in a close match, 8-7. In singles competition, Phillips lost to […]

Champions PHC smash 11 goals past Wolves

October 6, 2024

PHC 11 Wolves 2

PHC showed their ruthless nature by capitalising on more or less every attack to reach double figures against newly promoted Wolves at PHC Stadium yesterday.
Wolves came out of th…

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Motorcyclist hurt in collision with parked van

October 6, 2024

A 65-year-old motorcycle rider was taken to hospital this evening after he collided with a van on Khyber Pass Road in Warwick.
The Bermuda Police Service said the accident happened at about 6.30pm.
A …

St George’s concede goal after 16 seconds but bounce back to beat Social Club

October 6, 2024

Young Men’s Social Club 1 St George’s 3

After conceding one of the Premier Division’s fastest goals after just 16 seconds, St George’s Colts recovered to score three unanswered goals against Soci…

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Event to highlight mental health awareness

October 6, 2024

The community is invited to attend a mental health awareness fair on the grounds of City Hall in Hamilton on Thursday.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board said the event will be held on World Mental Health Da…

Local sailor Bill McNiven wins 2024 IOD North American Championships

October 6, 2024

There was local success in the 2024 IOD North American Championships as Bill McNiven helmed Team Solna to victory.
Representing the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, McNiven, who had a near flawless…

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Weather Forecast For Monday October 7

October 6, 2024

Monday, October 7 is expected to see plenty of sunshine throughout the day, 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 north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be at 7.17am and sunset […]

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Roban to give climate talk in Brussels

October 6, 2024

The Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs will speak this coming week on Bermuda’s efforts to become a climate risk capital at a forum in Brussels.
A government spokesman said Walter Roban will …

Shareholders vote to redomicile firm from Canada to Bermuda

October 6, 2024

Shareholders have given the go-ahead for a company to redomicile to Bermuda from Alberta, Canada.

Gold Reserve Inc, an exploration stage mining company, said the process was completed on September…

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Storytelling event on at the Unfinished Church

October 6, 2024

Local storytellers will take to the stage at a Hallowe’en-themed event at the Unfinished Church on October 20, the Government said.
To be hosted as part of the Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series, the…

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Aaliyah Nolan Starts First Game Of Season

October 6, 2024

Aaliyah Nolan helped AFC Bradford Women earn a 3-3 draw at home to South Shields in the North East Regional Women’s Football League today [October 6]. The Bermuda women’s national team forward, who was making her first start of the season, played a key role in her side’s opening goal, forcing the goalkeeper to parry […]

Will Green and Marie-Lyne Dore crowned national triathlon champions

October 6, 2024

Will Green and Marie-lyne Dore were all smiles after securing their first BTA National Olympic Distance Triathlon Championships on Sunday.
Green, 32, covered the 1.5 kilometre swim, 25-mile bike and 1…

Conor White recovers from fall to finish mid-pack at Gravel World Championship

October 6, 2024

Conor White recovered from a heavy fall to finish in the middle of the field at the UCI World Gravel Championships in Halle, Belgium, on Sunday.
White finished 114th in the 250-strong field in his fir…

Relm in first BTC-denominated policy for bitcoin miners

October 6, 2024

Bermudian-based Relm Insurance is offering the insurance industry’s first bitcoin denominated insurance product.
The pioneering product offers business interruption coverage specifically tailored for …

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Jasmine Spence Strikes For Newport Pagnell

October 6, 2024

Bermudian footballer Jasmine Spence scored her fifth goal in three games in Newport Pagnell Town Women’s 4-3 defeat away to Loughborough Foxes in the East Midlands Women’s Regional League today [October 6]. Spence’s side return to action next Sunday [October 13] when they travel to Dussindale and Hellesden in the Women’s FA Cup third-round qualifying. […]