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Two people have been injured in a collision on Harbour Road this afternoon [June 24], the police have confirmed A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:20pm, Monday 24th June 2024, Police and Emergency Medical Services personnel were dispatched to a two vehicle road traffic collision involving a private motor car and a livery cycle on Harbour […]

KraftHeinz and Butterfield & Vallis recently presented a cheque to The Reading Clinic for $4,205.18. A spokesperson said, “For a limited time, with the purchase of any participating KraftHeinz product, including Kraft mayonnaise, Heinz ketchup, Kraft dressing, Kraft barbecue sauce, Heinz mustard and Heinz relish, at stores throughout Bermuda, a portion of sales was accrued […]

[Column written by The TLC Group] As we approach the full enforcement date of Bermuda’s Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA] on January 1, 2025, it’s crucial for small businesses to ensure they meet the minimum requirements for compliance. With just six months left, there’s still time to get your data protection practices in order, and […]

Island Innovation announced that Bermuda’s Noelle Young has been selected for the 2024 Caribbean Climate Justice Leaders Academy. A spokesperson said, “Noelle will be part of a cohort of 50 young leaders from across the Caribbean. Following a strict application process that reviewed hundreds of applicants, the cohort features participants from every CARICOM nation, in […]

The Paul Lepercq Memorial Traditional Karate Tournament was held this weekend. A spokesperson said, “The Paul Lepercq Memorial Traditional Karate Tournament concluded with spectacular displays of skill and determination from Bermuda’s finest martial artists. Held at the Whitney Institute, this prestigious event showcased athletes across various divisions, culminating in an exciting showdown that highlighted the […]

Engineering company iEPC Limited congratulated Electrical Engineer in Training Jarreau Daniels on attaining several professional certifications. Mr Daniels attained his Applied Project Management Certificate from US-based Villanova University after completing a 16-week, three-course online programme consisting of Essentials of Project Management, Mastering Project Management, and an elective in Project Management Professional [PMP] Exam Prep. He […]

Carey Olsen has promoted six lawyers to the partnership across its Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Guernsey, and Jersey offices, effective July 1, 2024, with Michelle Falcucci being promoted in the Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen is pleased to welcome Michelle Falcucci [Corporate, Bermuda], Richard Sykes [Property, Cayman Islands], Tim Bamford [Litigation, Guernsey], Rachel De La Haye […]

Bermuda’s Lamont Marshall — who recently won the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby — made an impressive showing at the 2024 Boston 10K, finishing 31st overall in a field of more than 8,100 athletes. Sabastian Sawe [Kenya] and Melknat Wudu [Ethiopia] each won the event, breaking the tape at 27:42 and 31:15, respectively, while Marshall […]

As the summer season approaches with increased travel and gatherings, the Ministry of Health’s Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit [ESU] “wants to remind residents to be mindful of the potential risks associated with COVID-19, during this time of increased COVID-19 transmission in our community.” “While we have made progress in protecting against severe illness from COVID-19, […]

This week, Governor Rena Lalgie attended the 2024 Newport-Bermuda Race events in Rhode Island, with over 160 boats setting sail from Newport for the 635-nautical mile journey to Bermuda. Government House said, “This week, Her Excellency the Governor attended events leading up to the start of the Newport-Bermuda Race in Rhode Island. “The Governor attended a […]

[Written by Dale Butler] In August 2021, I did a review of a concert entitled “Reflection of a Hymn” and stated that I was most impressed with the performance of Dr. Constance Ridley-Smith [piano] and flutist Michael J.Taylor. I wondered where they had been hiding with so much talent. In a recent interview, prior to […]

Sean Trott and Christine Dailey raced to victory in the Island Fresh 5K Food Run and Walk yesterday [June 23]. Trott won the race in 17min 16sec, finishing ahead of Shannon Lawrence in second [17:37] and Domico Watson in third in 18:03. Dailey was the first female finisher, stopping the clock in 18:51. Maddie Durkin was […]

Siblings Emma and Jack Harvey will represent Bermuda in swimming at the Olympic Games in Paris next month, the Bermuda Olympic Association has confirmed. Emma punched her ticket after winning the 100 metres backstroke B final at the recent Mare Nostrum Barcelona in 1min 01.21sec; meanwhile, Jack hit the standard after stopping the clock in 55.19 […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward, attended the 3rd AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum [ACTIF] and the Afreximbank Annual Meetings [AAM], a joint conference hosted by the African Export-Import Bank [Afreximbank] in Nassau, The Bahamas from June 12-14. A Government spokesperson said, “The ACTIF/AAM event is centred around the theme “Owning Our Destiny: Economic […]

The Youth Futsal League continued this weekend, with a full slate of matches that saw a total of 79 goals scored. A spokesperson said, “Despite early setbacks, the Yellow team came together to big win games. As we approach the final week of play, the Black team is narrowly ahead of the Navy team and […]

Monday, June 24 is expected to see mostly sunny skies, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at 6:13am and sunset will be at […]

Noting that while “Bermuda’s foreign policy is dictated by the United Kingdom,” the PLP believe it is “important to let the people of Bermuda know where we stand as an organisation,” and said their Central Committee “has voted to support United Nations resolution 2728, calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza.” A statement from the […]

The Peace Collective and several other organizations held a march this weekend to show solidarity with Palestine, and launched an online petition urging the Governor to support international efforts for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The organizers previously said, “The Peace Collective, along with Social Justice Bermuda, the Muslim Community of Bermuda, Progressive Minds, and […]