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The Ministry of Education said they acknowledge the concerns the St. George’s Preparatory School PTA raised regarding the decision to discontinue Primary 1 enrolments and met with the PTA executive to “address their concerns and provide further clarity on the rationale behind this decision.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education acknowledges and respects the concerns […]

“I wish to address the public regarding the confirmation of two cases of measles in Bermuda,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly today [Nov 29] adding that “measles is a highly contagious disease, but I want to reassure the public that the Ministry of Health, under the guidance of the […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club kicked off the Christmas season last night [November 28] with a festive tree lighting, unveiling their always impressive gingerbread display in the lobby, live music, a visit from Santa Claus and more. Related Stories 360 Tour: ‘Rockin Around The City Tree’ Event Photos: Princess Tree Lighting, Christmas Market City Christmas […]

Five young sailors — Noah Amaradasa, Evan Davis, Nina Gotfredsen, Rory Savage and Miguel Powers — will represent Bermuda at the 2024 Optimist World Championship in Argentina from December 5–15. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association [BODA] is proud to announce the sailors for the 2024 Optimist World Championship in Mar Del Plata, […]

Ladies who attend the 9th annual Women’s Empowerment Summit are in for “a day of connectivity, sharing and a range of emotions,” says WES founder Carla Zuill, who held the first event in 2016. It begins at 10.00am at Ocean View Golf Course on Saturday, 30 November. “The Summit was initially intended to be a […]

Senator Mischa Fubler has officially been sworn in as the Junior Minister of the Cabinet Office and Public Works. Premier David Burt said, “Today, we recognise the appointment of Senator Mischa Fubler as Junior Minister of the Cabinet Office and Public Works. This occasion not only marks the next step in Senator Fubler’s career but […]

The Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship returns to Port Royal on December 3-4, with top players competing for a $50,000 purse and a spot in the 2025 championship. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship is pleased to announce the return of the Butterfield Bermuda APGA Championship, in conjunction with the Advocates Professional Golf Association [APGA] […]

Finn Moseley competed for the McKendree University swim and dive team at the Purdue Invitational in 2024. In the men’s 1-meter diving preliminaries, Moseley secured a spot in the A final with an 11th-place finish, scoring 132.98. He maintained his position in the final, again finishing 11th with an improved score of 148.35. Moseley also […]

Marshall Diel & Myers Limited [MDM] has appointed Patrick Goodings as a Senior Associate. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda firm Marshall Diel & Myers Limited [MDM] has expanded its family team with the appointment of barrister Patrick Goodings. “Patrick, who has 13 years’ experience at the Bar in the UK, joins MDM from Trinity Chambers in […]

Myeisha Sharrieff represented Howard University at the H2ounds invitational, hosted by Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore. The Howard University women’s swimming & diving team delivered a strong performance, securing third place overall with an impressive 1,745.5 points. Sharrieff demonstrated her versatility across multiple events. In the women’s 50 yard freestyle, she finished 23rd in the […]

A kite surfer who went overdue “having drifted to Dockyard” was found safe and returned to Somerset Long Bay to retrieve his belongings. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “Sunday 24th November 2024 – 2:25pm. Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre received reports of an overdue Kite Surfer who had been surfing from Somerset Long […]

We apparently have some new residents on the island, as several freshwater crayfish were found in the Devonshire Marsh area. In a recent edition of the Envirotalk newsletter, Dr Mark Outerbridge said, “A novel species appears to have established itself on Bermuda, further adding to the list of non-native plants and animals who now call our island […]

The Caines Family thanked the community after the donation drive today, saying “this united effort to support our community is a testament to the island’s spirit of compassion and giving.” A spokesperson said, “The Caines Family Donation Drive commenced this morning at 8 a.m., witnessing an incredible outpouring of support from volunteers, community members, and […]

The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors invites the public to commemorate the UN International Day for Persons with Disabilities [UNIDPD] on December 3rd, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at City Hall. A Government spokesperson said, “This global observance, established in 1992, promotes the rights, well-being, and inclusion of persons with disabilities while […]

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Nov 29] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the 2024 Joint Ministerial Council 2024 and Finance Engagement, Release of the Climate Change Study entitled “Bermuda and Climate Change: Impacts from Sea Level Rise and Changing Storm Activity”, Report of the UNESCO Advisory Mission […]

Bermuda Rugby’s Women’s National Contact 7s team, known as the Dark & Stormies, is set to compete in the New York Rugby 7s Tournament this weekend, from November 29 to December 1. A spokesperson said, “This one-day competition, held in the heart of New York City, will feature 16 teams battling for supremacy in their […]

Friday, November 29 is expected to see cloudy, showers develop toward evening with chance of thunder, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 92%. Sunrise will be at […]

The Paget/Warwick HUB, a community group uniting local churches, schools, and clubs, will host a “Rubber Tree Gathering” on Friday [Nov 29], promoting peace and community unity for the festive season. A spokesperson said, “The ‘Paget/Warwick HUB’ is a group of representatives from these Parishes, which have been collaborating over the past two years, with […]

“Complaints from this week alone have revealed that local residents have collectively lost over 1.2 million dollars due to this scam,” the police said today. A police spokesperson said, “The Financial Crime Unit [FCU] has received several reports this week regarding a troubling rise in fraudulent activity targeting both local businesses and members of the public—particularly […]

Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] announced the launch of The Saint, a “new magazine that will provide a unique perspective on school life and the broader MSA community.” A spokesperson said, “This publication will offer readers a captivating blend of news, features, and alumni stories. “The Saint will delve into the heart of MSA, showcasing […]

HSBC Bermuda issued a warning today about an increase in scam attempts targeting the public through phone calls [vishing] to obtain confidential information. A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda warned today of an increase in attempts by scammers to trick the public into surrendering confidential information through phone calls [or vishing]. The caller falsely claims to […]