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Jayden Parker, a BAMZ volunteer, is the 2025 Rhodes Scholar and will study Biodiversity, Conservation and Nature Recovery at the University of Oxford. A BZS spokesperson said, “Since an early age, Jayden Parker’s dream has been to work with animals. Like many young Bermudians, he enjoyed spending time at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo […]

Sylvia Robinson of the Ministry of Health earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for December 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to advise that Sylvia Robinson, from the Ministry of Health, is the recipient of the December Public Service Excellence Award. “This recognition highlights Ms. Robinson’s extraordinary contributions to […]

The police have confirmed that they responded to an “incident at Gibbs Hill Lighthouse in Southampton” this afternoon [Jan 14]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:15pm Tuesday, 14th January 2025, police officers responded to a reported incident at Gibbs Hill Lighthouse in Southampton. “The scene has been cordoned off, while inquiries are underway. An update […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced the selection of the Under-17 [U-17] Women’s National Team that will compete in the 2025 Concacaf Women’s U-17 Qualifiers. A spokesperson said, “The talented young squad will strive to represent Bermuda with pride as they embark on their journey towards qualifying for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. […]

The Police played The Rest in the 50th annual Duckett Memorial men’s and women’s rugby union matches at Police Field at the weekend. The Police women defeated The Rest women 14-7, while The Rest men beat Police men 49-22. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Teachers Rugby Club Bermuda (@teachersrugby_bermuda) Related Stories […]

Bermudian junior golfer Sienna Mosquera finished third in the Lake Bueno Vista Junior Open at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, at the weekend. Mosquera, who was competing in her first tournament of the year, rounded out the top three with scores of 83 and 78 for a weekend score of 161 strokes. Elena Zreik […]

[Opinion column written by the FDM’s Shalleya Codrington] For years, broken promises and self-serving politics have eroded trust in leadership. While it’s easy to blame government leaders, the question we must ask ourselves is: why have we allowed this to continue? What will it take for us to say, “Enough is enough”? Our culture, traditions, […]

Bermudian cricketer Brianna Ray helped South Perth Women earn their first victory of the season with a three-wicket win over Melville at Richardson Park. Melville won the toss and elected to bat, posting 189 runs off 44.2 overs. Ray took two wickets for 28 runs from her 5.2 overs and also took two catches. In […]

PainIntoPurpose invites everyone to “express your support for the families of road accident victims and to promote road safety and wellness awareness by wearing Blue” on January 17th. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, January 17th, 2025, PainIntoPurpose Bermuda, in collaboration with the Kijani Burgess Dream Award Charity #1023, is inviting you to express your support […]

Bermudian swimmer Rhys Insley represented Canisius University in their 139-102 loss to Le Moyne at the Burt Flickinger Center in downtown Buffalo. Insley competed in two individual events, putting in solid performances despite the overall team defeat. In the men’s 50 yard freestyle, Insley touched the wall in 7th place with a time of 22.85 […]

Luke Robinson suffered a knee injury in Whitehawk’s 2-2 draw away to Carshalton Athletic in the Isthmian League Premier Division yesterday [January 13]. The winger, who played for Bermuda in their recent Concacaf Nations League matches in League B group D, was substituted at half-time. “Tainted by a knee injury to Luke Robinson, we wish […]

Kacy Milan Butterfield has re-joined Stourbridge on loan until the end of the season from Basford United. The Bermuda midfielder, who joined Northern Premier League Premier Division side Basford in the summer, spent the second half of last term at Stourbridge. Butterfield’s new team play in the Southern League Premier Central Division. Stourbridge are away […]

Chaka DeSilva emerged as the winner after the first round of the Bermuda Professional Golf Association [BPGA] Stroke Play Championship at Tucker’s Point Golf Course. DeSilva navigated the layout with skill and composure, carding a 2-over par 72 to claim the top spot on the leaderboard. Nicholas Jones finished just one stroke behind in second […]

The Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] is holding its Apprenticeship Programme Induction Ceremony this morning [Jan 14], and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Photos & Video: New BELCO Equipment Moved Video: BELCO Rope Rescue Demonstration Cricket: The BELCO Cup Awards Presentation Community Invited To Take Part In BIU Mural […]

The 2025 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge event will take place from Friday [Jan 17] to Sunday [Jan 19], and the schedule and the route maps — which were extracted from the full event programme – are below. Butterfield Mile Route The official programme [PDF] states, “The In order to eliminate the figure 8 cross-over for the […]

Carey Olsen’s Keith Robinson and Sarah Farrow have been listed among eprivateclient’s 2025 “50 Most Influential” for excellence in private client practice. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen’s Keith Robinson, global head of the firm’s trusts and private wealth practice, and Jersey-based counsel Sarah Farrow have been named in eprivateclient’s 50 Most Influential list for 2025. […]

Carey Olsen advised Digicel Group Holdings Limited on the strategic divestment of its majority stake in Cricket Sporting Investments Ltd., the holding company of the Caribbean Premier League. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen has advised Digicel Group Holdings Limited [DGHL] on the strategic divestment of its majority shareholding in Cricket Sporting Investments Ltd. “Cricket Sporting […]

The FDM and independent candidates Karen Hodgkins and Sir John Swan have responded to OBA Leader Jarion Richardson’s statement that “if we split the non-PLP vote amongst the OBA, other parties and independents, we will guarantee the PLP another four years.” Speaking at a press conference today, OBA leader Jarion Richardson said, “I will be […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Sean Trott is gearing up for a fierce challenge in the BF&M 10K race on Saturday [January 18], where he expects to face some of the island’s finest runners alongside tough international competitors. The 35-year-old, who finished fifth last year with a time of 34min and 24sec, acknowledges that repeating or […]

Despite challenging weather conditions, including wind, rain, and cold, three archers competed in the National Archery Association of Bermuda’s weekly league shoot. The archers, unable to shoot indoors, faced an added test of skill and resilience as they took aim in the elements. In the junior – 10-15 years – recurve category, Sophia Davidge scored […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 13] include boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered, contracts, public notification and notice of intended marriage. Board Corrigendum To Gn046/2025 Bermuda Airport Authority Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0057/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 13 January, 2025 Bermuda Airport Authority […]

BELCO has resumed transmission upgrade work in the west end, with work continuing daily from 7.00am through 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised that transmission upgrade works has resumed in the west end of the island. Works resumed with the opening of cable joint holes to facilitate the pulling […]

Police are appealing for potential witnesses after a 13-year-old student was struck by a vehicle in Devonshire this morning [Jan 13]. A police spokesperson said, “Inquiries are underway regarding an alleged hit and run, involving a car and a teen male student walking in Devonshire Monday morning, 13th January 2025. “Details remain very limited at this […]

Sir Gary Hickinbottom has been appointed as a Justice of Appeal of the Court of Appeal of Bermuda, taking up the role in March of this year. A spokesperson said, “The Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie, has today announced the appointment of The Rt Hon Sir Gary Hickinbottom as a Justice of Appeal of the Court […]

Shaun Goater’s Aston Villa Women thrashed Bristol Rovers Women 9-0 at home in the fourth round of the FA Cup yesterday [January 12]. Gabriela Da Silva scored a hat-trick, Rachel Daly bagged a brace, with Paula Tomás, Chasity Grant, Kirsty Hanson and Jill Baijings also on the scoresheet. Goater took charge of the Women’s Super […]

“It is very clear that the current political system is failing,” Sir John Swan said, adding that “we need a new system, a system where all of Bermuda can be involved in finding solutions and working together to make them happen.” Sir John Swan said, “So the Premier has now announced the much anticipated election. […]

Owen Curley scored four goals to lead the Griffins to a 4-2 victory over the Ravens in a field hockey match played in blustery conditions. The Ravens opened the scoring in the 23rd minute when Lucy Tucker scored a field goal. The Griffins responded quickly, equalizing in the 31st minute through Curley, who converted a […]

The Queen’s Six will return to Bermuda this April for two charity concerts at St. Theresa’s Cathedral, supporting the Amber’s Wings charity. A spokesperson said, “The internationally acclaimed British vocal ensemble, The Queen’s Six, will make a triumphant return to Bermuda this spring for two exclusive charity concerts supporting Amber’s Wings. These performances will take […]

The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is holding a press conference this afternoon [Jan 13] and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 18-minute replay is below Related Stories Video: OBA Holds Press Conference PLP’s Jache Adams On ‘NewBP’ […]