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The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 22] include notification of planning applications registered, boards appointments and assent. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on February 22 , 2024 Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID GN0194/2024 Public Authorities / Department Planning Publication date 22 February, 2024 The applications […]

Dage Minors recently competed in the Ayo Falola Dream Mile 2024. Competing in the Mile Men’s Elite A race, Minors clocked a time of 4:07.96 finishing 10th. Joseph Tuffin clocked a winning time of 3:59.24, Tyle Bilyard was second in 3:59.33, and Rory Leonard was third in 3:59.55. Related Stories Johndell Cumberbatch Competes In Invitational […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

Friday, February 23 is expected to be sunny along with a few clouds, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F, and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 59%. Sunrise will be at 6:53am and sunset […]

The PLP will host its 61st Annual Founder’s Day and Drum Major Awards ceremony on Sunday, March 3, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Progressive Labour Party 61st Annual Founder’s Day and Drum Major Awards The 61st Annual Founder’s Day and Drum Major Awards will be held at the CedarBridge Academy Cafeteria on Sunday, March 3, […]

Bermuda Society of Art [BSOA] has announced an exhibition lineup on March 1, featuring the “To Spring with Love” Exhibition at Onions Gallery, “The Descendants” showcasing the Kemble family’s artistic legacy at Studio A & B, and “20 Years of Graphic Design” commemorating SJDWorld’s anniversary at Edinburgh Gallery. Onions Gallery: “To Spring with Love” BSoA […]

Daniel Augustus was in action playing in the APGA Black History Month classic on the Dye’s Valley Course at TPC Sawgrass. Augustus shot a two round total of 4-over par 144 to finish T13th. In his first round, Augustus shot 4-over par, including three birdies, nine pars, five bogies, and one double bogey. In his […]

Party People Mas will be hosting a virtual costume launch on February 25th on Instagram. A spokesperson said, “As the anticipation for Carnival in Bermuda builds, Party People Mas is excited to announce its innovative approach to this year’s festivities with the 2024 Virtual Costume Launch – Afro Future. Scheduled for 12pm on Sunday, February […]

The office of Bermudian Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas is getting set to hold an event titled ‘Black History Celebration: Champions of Justice’ tomorrow [Feb 23], with the proceedings to be streamed live online. A spokesperson said, “Civil rights leaders Dr. Harry Edwards, Dr. John Carlos and Dr. Tommie Smith will be the featured panelists at the […]

Social Justice Bermuda said that it is “crucial that Bermuda introduces a safe and accessible cannabis market for all.” A spokesperson said, “Social Justice Bermuda is a collective of Bermudians who are inspired by the global Black Lives Matter movement and the way that communities around the world are standing together to tackle and dismantle oppressive […]

Gallagher named Amanda Wynne as Divisional Director to spearhead M&A insurance solutions for clients in the Middle East & Africa [MEA] region. A spokesperson said, “We are excited to welcome Amanda Wynne, as Divisional Director to lead M&A insurance solutions for clients across the Middle East & Africa [MEA] region. The region is currently experiencing […]

The Opposition is set to present their reply to the 2024 Budget, which will show the OBA’s alternative views on managing the island’s finances, Opposition Senator Dwayne Robinson said, adding that it “will outline our fiscal outlook as well as our social conscience.” Senator Robinson said, “The Opposition is set to present our Budget reply […]

[Written by the TLC Group] As Bermuda gears up for the full enforcement of the Personal Information Protection Act 2016 [PIPA] on January 1, 2025, organizations across the island are facing the critical task of ensuring their staff are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to comply with this landmark legislation. But creating and […]

Somersfield Academy is getting set to hold the SPTA annual Social & Silent Auction on March 9th at Fourways Inn from 6.00pm to 10.00pm. The event will include the silent auction, as well as food and a cash bar. Dress code is smart casual or ethnic dress. Tickets cost $100, or $50 for Somersfield staff. […]

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and the Minister of Public Works Lt. Col. David A. Burch held a joint post-Budget press conference yesterday [Feb 21]. Minister Weeks’s full statement follows below: Good afternoon everyone, and thank you for joining us today. I am happy to highlight the key initiatives within the Ministry of National […]

CariGenetics has launched Gut2Know, with 15 community contestants taking part in the #WeGut2Know National Health Challenge. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics celebrated a significant milestone at Ignite Bermuda on February 20, 2024, with the official launch of its first product, Gut2Know, the Caribbean’s first gut microbiome test kit. The event also marked the announcement of the […]

Registered Dietitian Hannah Jones is conducting research on the dietary habits of residents in Bermuda, Cayman, the Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, and Turks and Caicos “to better understand their unique and diverse dietary practices.” A spokesperson said, “Local Registered Dietitian [RD] and Doctoral candidate at the Department of Population Health Sciences at Newcastle University [UK] Hannah […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board will hold its Pee Wee ‘Have-A-Go Cricket’ coaching clinic at the Berkeley Institute next month. Sponsored by Athene, the free clinic runs on Saturdays from March 2 to March 23 for players aged 5 to 7. The girls sessions start at 1 pm and boys at 2.15 pm. For more details, […]

L’ Alliance Français has invited its members to its Annual Dinner at the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club on Friday, March 15. The event, which will celebrate Belgian gastronomy and culture, will also recognise the three winners of its scholarship programme, which is open to students aged 14 to 16. The winners, who will spend […]

The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] announced eight teams will participate in the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Volleyball Association is pleased to announce that we have eight teams travelling to Boston, Massachusetts for the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival. The tournament takes place over two weekends and will take place at the […]

The Department of Sport and Recreation announced the 2024 Day Camp Expo is set to take place on Sunday, March 3 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Bermuda College. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said, “As summer approaches, the Day Camp Expo is the perfect opportunity to discover engaging and enriching day camps. […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has been awarded four HSMAI Adrian Awards for “outstanding marketing and advertising achievements in travel and hospitality.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority is happy to announce that it has been awarded four HSMAI Adrian Awards for outstanding marketing and advertising achievements in travel and hospitality. The Adrian Awards […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 21] include acting appointments and boards appointments. Director Of Enviroment & Natural Resources Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0188/2024 Public Authorities / Department Environment and Natural Resources Publication date 21 February, 2024 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment The Ministry Of Home Affairs Mr. Geoffrey […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

Thursday, February 22 is expected to experience cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F, and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 6:55am and […]

A 22-year-old female motorcyclist was injured in a collision on St. David’s Road this morning. A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:30am on Wednesday 21st of February 2024, police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported single vehicle collision on St. David’s Road, St. George’s. “Initial information suggests that a 22 year old female […]

The Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda [FAB] proposed their “vision of what fisheries management in Bermuda could be at its best,” suggesting a “cooperative management of fisheries.” A spokesperson said, “In February 2023, Premier David Burt invited the Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda to present an alternative plan to the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme. Since that time, […]

Troy University said they “forged an agreement with Bermuda College that will provide a pathway for students from Bermuda to study in Troy in the University’s bachelor’s degree program in business administration.” The university’s report said, “The agreement, which was signed on February 6 by Troy University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr. and Bermuda College […]

Bermudian Caitlyn Bobb won three gold medals at the America East Conference Championship, triumphing in the 200m and 400m events while also leading the 4x400m relay team to victory. University of Maryland, Baltimore County and their report said, “UMBC junior Caitlyn Bobb captured a trifecta of gold medals on the second day of America East Conference […]

As Port Royal commemorates Black History Month, the spotlight turns to Alora Rabain, “Bermuda golf trailblazer.” A spokesperson said, “As we at Port Royal celebrate Black History Month we turn our attention to the dynamic duo who graced Port Royal with their presence which started with Alora Rabain in 1970. “While Frank Rabain’s 32-year tenure […]

Paradise Mobile announced that Neville Ray had joined the firm as an advisor. A spokesperson said, “Former T-Mobile President of Technology, Neville Ray, who spurred the telecom behemoth towards significant growth and innovation, is bringing his vast experience to Paradise Mobile as an advisor. “Paradise Mobile today announces that Neville Ray will be lending his […]

Warwick Academy‘s High Performance football athletes participated at the 2024 Surf Nation Champions League event in San Diego, California. A spokesperson said, “The High Performance sports programme at Warwick Academy offers an opportunity for the aspiring and focused student-athlete to engage in specialised training and athletic development sessions to help them improve their performance levels. […]

Five Bermuda track athletes competed in various Indoor Championships. Caitlyn Bobb, Keturah Bulford-Trott, & Za’Kayza Parsons Caitlyn Bobb, Keturah Bulford-Trott, and Za’Kayza Parsons represented UMBC on the first day of the America East Indoor track and field championships from The Track at New Balance. Parsons recorded four points for UMBC with a fifth-place finish in […]

Oliver Betschart concluded competing in the 54 Hole Texas Junior Open, emerging from the competition as the winner in the boys 16-18 division. Betschart carded a 1 under par 71 to finish at 3 over par, one stroke ahead of second placed Grant Yerger. He notched four birdies, 11 pars, and three bogies. Oliver Betschart […]

In their only warm-up match for the ICC Cricket World Cup Challenge League Play-off, Bermuda went down by 6 wickets to Bahrain. In a 30-over match, Bermuda batted first and scored 119/8, Allan Douglas was the top scorer with 54 off 44 balls, he hit 5 fours, and 4 sixes, Mohsin Zaki was the pick […]

Ryan Outerbridge and his Franklin Pierce University Men’s Track and Field teammates were back in action competing in the Northeast-10 Indoor Track & Field Championships. Outerbridge finished 5th competing in the 5,000 meter race, stopping the clock in a time of 15:31.48. Related Stories Track Athletes Compete In Indoor Championships Smith Competes In CIAA Indoor […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Mia Fishel suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury yesterday [February 19] while training with the United States women’s national team on the eve of the Concacaf W Gold Cup. Chelsea forward Fishel, whose father is Bermudian, has been replaced in the US squad by Alex Morgan, the San Diego Wave captain. […]