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Bermuda equestrian riders topped the 2024/25 CEA Dressage Challenges, winning overall in both the adult regional and children’s mini divisions. A spokesperson said, “The overall Regional and Mini Caribbean Equestrian Association’s Dressage Challenge results have been tallied and recently announced. Once again, the annual Challenges came to successful conclusions for Bermuda dressage competitors who can […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society and BAMZ invite the community to a World Ocean Open Day on Saturday, June 7, celebrating Bermuda’s marine life with interactive activities, talks, and ocean adventures. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] and Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ], are proud to host a free World Ocean Open Day […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 3] include acting appointments and cancellation of registration. Director Department Of Parks Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0572/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Parks Publication date: 03 June, 2025 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Director Of Parks Ministry Of Public Works And […]

Shadow Health Minister Robin Tucker highlights Men’s Health Month as a key time to raise awareness about men’s physical and mental wellbeing. Ms Tucker said, “Several countries around the world set aside the month of June to focus on Men’s Health. It is an important time for reminding men about the importance of prioritizing their […]

The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda, in collaboration with its membership, has launched the Third Sector Spotlight Series – a yearlong collaborative campaign that will showcase the powerful work of nonprofits across the island. A spokesperson said, “Often the narrative surrounding nonprofits has been dominated by funding crises and stories of scarcity. This new campaign seeks […]

Bermuda squash player Taylor Carrick has climbed the Professional Squash Association [PSA] World Rankings after an encouraging start to the year. Carrick has competed in four PSA tournaments already this year, climbing 19 places and now sits in 158th in the latest PSA rankings. Carrick has competed in a variety of tournaments, including the World […]

Bermudian showjumper Ki-Juan Minors recorded two top-10 finishes at the 2025 ESP June 1 event in Wellington, Florida. Minors and his horse, Kylie VJ, competed in the $10,000 1.40-meter open stake II2b class. They finished the course in 75.931 seconds, incurring 4 penalty fault points, to secure sixth place. Later in the event, Minors again […]

On May 19, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, Tinee Furbert visited West Pembroke Primary School to “engage with Primary 4–6 students and share how the Government of Bermuda is actively supporting the island’s senior citizens.” A Government spokesperson said, “Her presentation aimed to inspire awareness about ageing and understanding among the younger generation […]

Bunji Garlin and Fay-Ann Lyons will headline ‘WAVES’, an outdoor concert with a floating stage set to be held at Admiralty House Park on June 14. A spokesperson said, “Soca royalty Bunji Garlin and Fay-Ann Lyons will headline WAVES, a first-of-its-kind outdoor concert experience taking place during Carnival in Bermuda on Saturday, June 14, 2025. […]

The Department of Education’s Spring Into the Arts Showcase concluded Thursday evening, celebrating student talent and creativity with a vibrant finale. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Education’s Spring Into the Arts Showcase wrapped up Thursday evening with an exciting display of talent and creativity. Students from Central Family public and private schools including […]

The Bank of Butterfield repurchased and cancelled 354,981 common shares at an average price of $41.89 in May 2025. The filing with the BSX stated, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited informs the Bermuda Stock Exchange that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the Bermuda Stock Exchange Listing Regulations, the company repurchased for cancellation […]

Bermuda Is Love is launching the #BermudaIsHome campaign, a month-long initiative in June 2025 focused on “challenging the commodification of housing and advocating for social housing as a human right.” A spokesperson said, “In Bermuda, housing is treated not as a necessity but as a financial asset. It is a system where profit comes before […]

Sandys Spartans defeated the Pembroke Panthers by 33 runs in the opening match of the Bermuda Smash Invitational at the North Field, National Sports Centre, on Sunday [June 1]. In a match reduced to eight overs a side because of rain, Spartans scored 104 for the loss of one wicket from eight overs before reducing […]

Mia Fishel’s United States Under-23 side were defeated 2-1 away by Germany Under-23 in a friendly match yesterday [June 2]. Sophie Weidaur scored the opener for Germany in the 38th minute before Jaedyn Shaw equalised in the 41st minute. Tuana Mahmund scored the winner for Germany in the 87th minute. The US Under-23 defeated Germany […]

A team of local athletes will compete in seven sports at the International Island Games in Orkney next month. The Island Games will be held on the archipelago off the north coast of mainland Scotland from July 12 to 18. In athletics, Bermuda will be represented by Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby winners Sean Trott and Gayle […]

June 2 saw 1,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $29,700.00 BD. 1,100 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $17.00 per share, while another 400 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing even at $27.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,778.39, even on the day. There were […]

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man who was found unresponsive in Sandys today [June 2]. A police spokesperson said, “Police are investigating the sudden death of a male whose lifeless body was found in the area of Lodge Point Lane, Sandys Parish, around 10:40 a.m. on Monday June 2, 2025. […]

The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Tuesday [June 3], and the Second reading listed on the Order Paper include the Customs Tariff Amendment Act 2025, the Land Tax Amendment Act 2025 and the Payroll Tax Amendment Act 2025. The Order of Business follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Minister Hayward To Attend […]

Consumers paid 1.8% more in January than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics’ January 2025 Consumer Price Index. “In summary, consumers paid 1.8 per cent more […]

The BEDC is accepting applications for its 7th Enterprise Bermuda Incubator to support early-stage entrepreneurs. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is accepting applications for the 7th Cohort of its Enterprise Bermuda Incubator program. Designed to help local entrepreneurs and small businesses, this year’s program will run from July 3, 2025, through […]

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 2.2% in January – the overall volume of retail sales index decreased 0.2% when compared to January 2024, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the January 2025 Retail Sales […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 2] include notification of planning applications registered. List of Planning Applications Advertised on June 2, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0568/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 02 June, 2025 The applications shown below are available […]