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A 30-year-old man who died on Friday when his motorcycle collided with a car on Middle Road in Warwick has been identified by police as Raheem Burgess.
Despite life-saving efforts, Mr Burgess was the …

Fitch affirms Wilton Re’s ratings

July 31, 2023

The Bermuda life reinsurer owned by the investment arm of one the largest pension funds in the world has maintained its strong credit ratings in the latest review.
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Wilton Re…

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35 Bermudians Complete PACE Programme

July 31, 2023

The Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward presented administrative professional certificates to 35 Bermudians who completed training on 28th July 2023. “I am excited to be here today to congratulate the 35 Bermudians who have completed this training. Of these, 20 have already successfully passed the Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence [PACE] Programme exam,” […]

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Trash collection rescheduled for Cup Match

July 31, 2023

Bermuda’s normal pick-up times for household waste have changed for later in the week during the Cup Match Classic.
Collections ordinarily taking place on Thursday and Friday will take place this Satu…

SiriusPoint partners on new medical insurance

July 31, 2023

SiriusPoint’s Life Reinsurance Team has partnered with insurance and healthcare technology platform WaterDrop, managing general agent and employee solutions provider Further Group, and China Pacific H…

Jay Kempe secures podium finish in gruelling Rolex Fastnet Race

July 31, 2023

Jay Kempe had plenty of cause for celebration after helping his team to secure a podium finish in this year’s Rolex Fastnet Race.
The former Bermuda Olympic sailor was among the crew on board Englishm…

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Twenty Bermudians Achieve American Society of Administrative Professionals Certification of Excellence

July 31, 2023

The Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward, was proud to present administrative professional certificates to 35 Bermudians who completed training on 28^th July 2023. “I am excited to be here today to congratulate the 35 Bermudians who have completed this training. Of these, 20 have already successfully passed the Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence (PACE) Programme exam,” said the Minister, “I am confident that the remaining 15 expected to sit the exam over the coming weeks will also find success.”

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Review: James Richardson Trio & Music Friends

July 31, 2023

[Written by Dale Butler] Saturday, 29th July, 2023 at the legendary Leopards Club at 8pm, The James Richardson Trio and music friends gave a packed house a foot-stomping, pounding, frenzied, hardcore, and rhythmic concert. Such an astounding performance would have easily topped the Apollo Theatre, the Blue Note, Ronnie Scott’s and Village Vanguard Jazz Clubs—plus, […]

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Photos: St George’s Wins Ocean View Cup Match

July 31, 2023

St Georges defeated Somerset with a score of 450 to Somerset’s 435 in the Annual Cup Match Golf Classic. A spokesperson said, “Ocean View celebrated the Annual Cup Match Golf Classic today. Under hot but mildly breezy weather conditions the game was played with a field of twelve teams including the Captain of Somerset Jordan […]

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OBA Candidates Tessitore & Cunningham

July 31, 2023

The One Bermuda Alliance has announced Sophia Tessitore as its approved candidate for Constituency 21, Pembroke South East and Victoria Cunningham as its approved candidate for Constituency 13, Devonshire North Central. Constituency 21 is currently held by the PLP’s Curtis Dickinson, while PLP MP Diallo Rabain is the current MP for Constituency 13. A spokesperson […]

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Trash Collection & City Hall Opening Hours

July 31, 2023

The City of Hamilton issued advisory about garbage collection and City Hall opening hours over the Cup Match holiday. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton wishes to advise City businesses and residents that garbage collections will be scheduled on the following dates: Wednesday, August 2nd – Normal garbage collection will take place for Residents. […]

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Charity dealing with family grief given $10,000 boost

July 31, 2023

A charity specialising in helping families dealing with grief has been awarded $10,000 by the International Women’s Club.
The philanthropic organisation said that Gina Spence Productions met its four…

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City: No garbage collection over Cup Match holiday

July 31, 2023

There will be no garbage collection within Hamilton over the Cup Match holiday, a city spokeswoman said.
She added the Corporation’s City Hall and Laffan Street offices will close on Wednesday at 1pm…

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IWC Donates $10K To Gina Spence Productions

July 31, 2023

Gina Spence Productions [GSP] has been awarded $10,000 from the International Women’s Club [IWC]. A spokesperson said, “The International Women’s Club [IWC] of Bermuda is a philanthropic organization. Our four goals are to promote intellectual growth, to encourage social fellowship, to assist in the integration of newcomers to Bermuda and to provide service to the community. With an […]

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Tyler Smith Finishes 30th In Sunderland

July 31, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Tyler Smith finished 30th in the elite men’s race at the World Triathlon Championship Series Sunderland at the weekend. The Bermudian completed the sprint-distance race in 55min 44sec, with splits of 8:59, 29:16 and 16:02. “Really enjoyed being back in the UK this weekend and the chance for a hit out […]

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Patrick Neal Appointed CEO Of Freisenbruch

July 31, 2023

Freisenbruch Insurance Services Ltd. [FIS] announced that Mr. Patrick Neal has been appointed Chief Executive Officer effective July 1st, 2023. A spokesperson said, “With a strong track record of success and extensive experience in strategic development and project execution, Mr. Neal brings a wealth of leadership and client-centric solutions to the organization. Patrick, together with […]

Robin Stempel to compete in North American Youth Dressage Championships

July 31, 2023

Robin Stempel will carry the Bermuda flag in the 2023 North American Youth Dressage Championships next month.
Having achieved the requisite qualifying scores, Stempel will head to Michigan to take par…

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Stempel To Compete In 2023 Youth Dressage

July 31, 2023

Dressage rider Robin Stempel will compete in the upcoming 2023 North American Youth Dressage Championships. A spokesperson said, “Having achieved the requisite qualifying scores, the Bermuda Equestrian Federation is pleased to share that dressage rider, Robin Stempel, will compete in the upcoming 2023 North American Youth Dressage Championships. This year’s Championship will be held from […]

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RBR Soldiers Return After Tradewinds Exercise

July 31, 2023

Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment returned to the island after the conclusion of a major multinational overseas exercise – Tradewinds 23. A spokesperson said, “About 100 members of the battalion travelled to Guyana for the Caribbean-focused, US Southern Command-sponsored training, with most involved directly while others fulfilled support roles. “The soldiers were deployed in […]

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Brangman Wins Game Fish Inn Regatta

July 31, 2023

The Comet Class Game Fish Inn Regatta took place off the West End Sailboat Club. Dale Brangman and his crew Zahni Butterfield claimed the victory winning all three races, Lorenzo Lambert and his crew Shane Morrissey was second, and Antoine Wingood, and Simon Wan de Weg was third. Game Fish Inn Regatta Leaderboard 03 Dale […]

Milo Robineau-Potts competes in Windsurfing World Championships

July 31, 2023

Milo Robineau-Potts, a Warwick Academy alumnus, is representing Great Britain at youth Techno 293 Windsurfing World Championships in France,
Robineau-Potts, who grew up in Bermuda and attended Warwick…

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OBA names two new approved candidates for next election

July 31, 2023

The One Bermuda Alliance has selected a 22-year-old LGBTQ+ rights advocate to stand for it at the next General Election.
The party states that Sophia Tessitorewill, who will run for the Opposition in …

Macquille Walker drafted in as Cup Match champions Somerset opt for change

July 31, 2023

Michael Corday, the Somerset cricket chairman, is adamant the Cup Match champions have chosen a team capable of defending their title in hostile territory this year.
The west enders have retained all…

Jardine company earnings held back by Hong Kong property

July 31, 2023

A number of Bermudian-listed and domiciled Jardine companies reported earnings on Friday, with strong indicators of post-pandemic recovery somewhat balanced by sizeable investment losses.
These losses…

Butterfield to offer electronic queuing system before holiday

July 31, 2023

Bank of NT Butterfield & Son is introducing a new system for dealing with long lines ahead of the upcoming holidays.
It is called mobile queueing and will be available at the bank’s Front Street b…

New store opens at airport

July 31, 2023

Politicians, diplomats and dozens of guests headed east to celebrate the grand opening of LF Wade International Airport’s newest store.
Located on the terminal’s ground level, the new store, Somers I…

Patrick Neal becomes CEO of Freisenbruch Insurance

July 31, 2023

Patrick Neal has been appointed chief executive officer of Freisenbruch Insurance Services, effective today.
Michael Freisenbruch will remain president and chairman of the company.
Mr Neal has 18 year…

Ted Lasso’s cookies, and the sharing of authentic self

July 31, 2023

In the spirit of summer “beach reads”, our next few MOC columns will be dedicated to sharing “Lessons from Lasso”. These are examples from the series Ted Lasso that resonated with me as I watched the …

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Gardner allowed to appeal murder conviction at Privy Council

July 31, 2023

A man convicted of murder has been given the green light to appeal his case before the Privy Council in London.
Wolda Gardner was jailed for the premeditated murder of Malcolm Augustus in 2012 and usi…

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Fairmont SDO changes just ‘tokenism’ – National Trust

July 31, 2023

“Tokenism” is at play in the revised special development order for the Fairmont Southampton resort, the Bermuda National Trust has charged.
Karen Border, the executive director of the environmental ch…

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Bermuda Rhodes scholar’s hour with Clinton

July 31, 2023

A Bermudian Rhodes scholar rubbed shoulders with former US president Bill Clinton as hundreds of recipients of the award gathered in Oxford University for the 120th anniversary of the scholarship.
Ken…

Q’Shai Darrell on time to steer St George’s to Colts Cup Match victory

July 30, 2023

Wellington Oval: (St George’s won the toss): St George’s beat Somerset by five wickets

The pain of being dropped last year fired St George’s captain Q’Shai Darrell to lead his team to a convinci…

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Butterfield Introduces ‘Mobile Queueing’

July 30, 2023

Butterfield has introduced a ‘mobile queueing’ option at Front Street Banking Centre ahead of Cup Match week, with people able to scan a QR code and “monitor their position in the line and receive a direct notification within their browser to alert them when they are due to be served.” A spokesperson said, “With this […]

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Photos: St George’s Win 2023 Colt Cup Match

July 30, 2023

The Colt Cup Match event was held today [July 30] at the St. George’s Cricket Club, with St. George’s claiming the victory. The Somerset Cricket Club batted first and were bowled out for 156, Jaiden Manders was the top scorer with 34, while his opening partner Sharye Tavares added 33, Q’Shai Darrell was the pick […]

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Dresses, Onion Cake, Motorbike, Fish, Freedom

July 30, 2023

Pink sand wedding dresses, Bermuda onion cake slices, motorbikes in moongates, fish designs, and Bermuda freedom are featured in the virtual art galleries on our network site ForeverBermuda.com, with the newly launched series designed to creatively highlight Bermudian culture and heritage. The eight month of galleries feature pink sand wedding dresses, Bermuda onion cake slices, […]

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Cup Match anticipation at Court Street Market

July 30, 2023

Cup Match spirit was in the air for the latest Court Street market, where Alicia Virgil, selling attire and gear sporting the Cup Match colours, was doing a brisk trade ahead of this week’s Classic.
“…

Sinead Donovan speaks at 100 Women of Finance breakfast

July 30, 2023

A discussion breakfast on women’s achievements in the finance sector was held by 100 Women of Finance in Bermuda.
Sinead Donovan, partner and chairperson at Grant Thornton Ireland and president of th…

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Weather Forecast For Monday July 31

July 30, 2023

Monday, July 31 is expected to see sun and a few clouds, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 6:32am and sunset will […]

Everest reports record operating profit in second quarter

July 30, 2023

Bermuda-based Everest Group, a reinsurance and insurance underwriter, reported $1.0 billion of net income in the first half of 2023, up from $420 million in the first half of 2022.
Gross written prem…

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OBA: island’s road deaths require a dedicated task force

July 30, 2023

Bermuda needs a “transport task force” to deal with the carnage on its roads after the 11th road death this year.
The crash on Middle Road, near the entrance to the Belmont Hills Golf Course, claimed …

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Regiment soldiers home after successful overseas exercise

July 30, 2023

Troops from the Royal Bermuda Regiment returned to the island last week after the conclusion of a major multinational overseas exercise — Tradewinds 23.
About 100 members of the battalion travelled to…

Swimmers round off Japanese adventure

July 30, 2023

Bermuda’s swimmers performed with credit as the World Championships in Japan drew to a close in Fukuoka, Japan.
Emma Harvey, who picked up two medals at the Central American and Caribbean Games last m…

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White & Narraway Continue In Intelligentsia Cup

July 30, 2023

Conor White and Nicholas Narraway continued competing in the Intelligentsia Cup Lombard Cycling Classic p/b DuPage Sports Commission, in Illinois. Competing in the men’s pro/1/2 elite division, Narraway finished 28th, while White finished 29th. Related Stories White & Narraway Compete In Intelligentsia Cup Cycling: Flannery Competes In Guildford GP Arnold Concludes Competing In Dairyland Tour […]

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National gallery appoints new top team

July 30, 2023

A former arts council chairwoman and fashion guru will lead the Bermuda National Gallery’s team.
Jennifer Phillips, who chaired the Bermuda Arts Council, succeeds Peter Lapsley as the gallery’s new e…

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Planners green light Harrington Sound hotel cottage scheme

July 30, 2023

Plans to build a hotel cottage on the site of a former pump house on the coastline of Harrington Sound have been given the green light.
The plan, submitted by RWTP Hotels, was recommended for approval…

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Smith Compete In Championship Over 55 Final

July 30, 2023

Brent Smith was back in action at the USTA National Training Center in Florida, playing the 2023 ATA National Adult Age Group Championships. In the mixed 55 & over singles final, Smith went down to Antonio Giorgetti, in straight sets 6-0, 6-0. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus Open Photos, Video, Results: […]

Brian Hall and Azendae Furbert to make Cup Match debuts as St George’s ring changes

July 30, 2023

St George’s have made four changes to their Cup Match team In an effort to wrestle back the Cup Match trophy from Somerset,.
Bermuda captain Delray Rawlins, whose only Cup Match appearance came in 20…

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2023 Cup Match Cricket Teams Announced

July 30, 2023

Somerset Cricket Club and St. George’s Cricket Club announced who will represent their respective clubs at the upcoming annual Cup Match Classic, with the highly anticipated event set to be hosted in St. George’s on August 3rd and 4th. Somerset Cricket Club Jordan DeSilva – Captain Terryn Fray – Vice Captain Tre Manders Kamau Leverock […]

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Video: Sunday July 30th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

July 30, 2023

News that the Bermuda U19 rugby team returning home with medals, Brianna Benevides and Aaliyah Lee earned Butterfield scholarships, Dayla Richards and D’wzjhane’ Smith received scholarships, and D.S Malachi Dates and Riley Morbey earned PwC scholarships were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, a visitor to […]