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The Ministry of Finance announced the appointment of Jill May as the new Vice Chair of Bermuda’s Financial Policy Council [FPC]. A Government spokesperson said, “Ms. May is a seasoned financial services leader with a distinguished career in investment banking, particularly in Mergers and acquisitions [M&A] and senior strategic roles. “Over the past 12 years, […]

The Bermuda School Sports Federation [BSSF] hosted day one of the Senior School Track & Field Championship at the National Sports Center. The full BSSF Senior School Track & Field Championship results follow below [PDF here] Related Stories Maxwell-Smith Competes At SAC Championships Bermuda Pacers Track Club Excel In Florida Smith, Clayton State Finish 5th […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 12] include notification of planning applications registered, liquor licence and notice of winding up and appointment. List of Planning Applications Advertised on March 12, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0291/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 12 March, […]

Thursday, March 13 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be at 7.32am and sunset will be at […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the official match schedule for the Bermuda Women’s U-17 National Team in the Final Round of the 2025 Concacaf Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers, taking place at the Sede de la Federacíon Mexicana de Fútbol in Toluca, México. A spokesperson said, “The team is set to compete in Group A against […]

Lorene Phillips, Founder of Clarendon Wallace, has partnered with Clear Consulting to bring Sandler’s leadership and sales training to Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Marking five transformative years of architecting leadership excellence, Lorene Phillips, Founder and CEO of Clarendon Wallace, is expanding her impact through a strategic collaboration with Clear Consulting Group Ltd to bring Sandler’s […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has welcomed two new oncologists, Dr. Dagmara Poprawski and Dr. Bhanu Bandlamudi, who joined in February and are now seeing patients. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is very pleased to introduce to the community its two new oncologists, who recently joined BHB. Dr Dagmara Poprawski and Dr Bhanu Bandlamudi joined BHB in […]

The United States and Bermuda took a “significant step forward in the fight against illicit maritime activity by signing a ‘Shiprider’ Agreement.” A spokesperson said, “This critical cooperation reinforces the close U.S.-Bermuda security partnership by strengthening efforts to combat illegal migration, drug smuggling, and human trafficking, as well as illegal, unreported, and unregulated [IUU] fishing […]

After a stop in Miami last December, Masterworks’ art tour will be heading to New York City from May 7 to May 10. A spokesperson said, “In December 2024, a group of local art patrons said the inaugural Masterworks Miami Art Week Tour ‘exceeded expectations.’ Thanks to art advisors Holly Mazar-Fox and Lisa Howie, the […]

The Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams visited the completed Scaur Hill enhancement project, “commending the Ministry’s technical officers for successfully delivering the critical safety improvement on time and on budget.” A Government spokesperson said, “The extensive works began on 30 September 2024 and involved reconstructing a 230-foot retaining wall along Somerset Road, […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has appointed Paul Jones as Chief People Officer. A spokesperson said, “He is responsible for Human Resources, Organisational Development & Strategy services, which previously were managed by the Deputy CEO position. The Deputy CEO position is no longer filled, meaning the number of executives at BHB remains the same. Mr Jones […]

“The Ministry of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors said they have “completed a productive week of consultations to strengthen protections for Bermuda’s most vulnerable children through an enhanced Litigation Guardian service.” A Government spokesperson said, “From March 3rd – 7th, the Ministry hosted strategic discussions with the Judiciary, Litigation Guardians, and Community Partners, facilitated by […]

The Department of Culture launched the 2025 Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series with ‘Tracing Our Roots’, exploring genealogy and DNA research. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture successfully launched the 2025 Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series on March 6, 2025, with an engaging event on genealogy, drawing an enthusiastic audience eager to explore their family […]

The U.S. Consulate and the Anglican Cathedral will host a free lunchtime concert on March 18, featuring Harvard’s renowned a cappella groups, the Krokodiloes and Radcliffe Pitches. A spokesperson said, “The U.S. Consulate and the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity [Anglican Cathedral] invite school groups, residents and visitors of all ages to attend a […]

Footballer Kane Crichlow scored a late winner in Chelmsford City’s 2-1 win at home to St Albans in the Vanarama National League South yesterday [March 11]. Crichlow struck in the 96th minute with a smart finish after good work by Nico Valentine. The Bermuda forward has scored 11 goals in 27 league matches this season. […]

Rugby player Najee Pitt-Clarke continued her impressive form as her Reading University Women’s team beat the University of Brighton Women’s First Team 24-5. Pitt-Clarke scored a try and successfully converted it, adding a seven points to Reading University’s tally. This latest performance adds to Pitt-Clarke’s growing reputation as a key player for her team. Related […]

“Bermudians deserve leadership that is focused on solutions and the future, not desperate attempts to score cheap political points,” the PLP said. A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party notes the latest political stunt by the Opposition Leader, who once again chooses partisan attacks over constructive dialogue on the issues that matter to the people […]

Blake Montgomery has helped the London Knights become the Ontario Hockey League [OHL] Western Conference regular season champions after defeating Guelph Storm 7-3 yesterday [March 11]. The Knights will head into the play-offs as the No 1 seed. Montgomery has been in fine form since joining the Knights on an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement […]

Footballer Keziah Martin continues to make his mark at new club Buxton after creating the winner in a 1-0 win at home to Spennymoor Town in the Vanarama National League North yesterday [March 11]. Martin came on as a second-half substitute and delivered a superb cross that flicked off a defender and into the net […]

The FDM “remain committed to engaging with the community” and also “plan to be an effective shadow opposition, holding the government accountable even without a presence in Parliament,” the Free Democratic Movement [FDM] said. Bernews asked the FDM what their plans are going forward, and FDM chairperson Omar Dill told Bernews, “As Chairperson of the Free Democratic Movement, I […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an emoji playing cricket. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and check […]

British MPS continue to discuss the implementation of publicly accessible beneficial ownership registers in the overseas territories. During the British Parliament session on March 10th, Labour MP for Nottingham East Nadia Whittome asked, “To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that Overseas Territories’ registers of […]

The Bermuda Football Association league season continues, with both the premier division title race and the relegation battle promising excitement, while the first division promotion picture is now finalized. Premier Division: Title Race and Relegation Battle The premier division title race remains fiercely contested. North Village Rams currently hold a slender four-point lead at the […]

Members of the Hamilton Lions Club and Cubs donated colouring and activity books to local schools as part of the recent World Book Day. World Book Day is a charity event held annually on the first Thursday in March. “In recognition of World Book Day, the Lions and Cubs had the pleasure of donating Colouring/Activity […]

Equestrian Caitlin Neijmeijer has made a notable mark at the Wellington Equestrian Festival in Florida, securing the reserve champion title in the modified children’s 1.15m class. The Wellington Equestrian Festival, a highlight on the international show jumping calendar, attracts top riders from around the globe. Neijmeijer’s achievement in such a fiercely contested class underlines her […]

[Updating] The PLP has elected Zane DeSilva as their new Deputy Leader following a meeting this evening [March 11], replacing Walter Roban who retired prior to the recent General Election. The meeting has just concluded and we will have additional information shortly. Update 10.06pm: A PLP spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party elected Zane Desilva, […]

Women in Reinsurance [WiRe] hosted their annual Women’s Day Gala, with Sylvia Oliveira, CEO of Wilton Re Bermuda, being honoured as Woman of the Year. A spokesperson said, “t was a sold-out event with corporate representation from thirty-five reinsurance companies and related service providers. Attendees included a wide range of industry personnel, welcoming everyone from […]