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Bermuda youngsters in medal contention in Caribbean Championships

July 16, 2023

Bermuda’s squash players made a fine start to the Junior Caribbean Squash Championships on Saturday.
On a long first day of action in St Vincent & the Grenadines, there are plenty of the island’s …

Jaden Jones and Nadhira Durham star at Highland Spring tennis tournament

July 16, 2023

Jaden Jones and Nadhira Durham were among the winners at the Highland Spring Junior Open Tennis Tournament on Friday.
Durham, won the 18 and under girls singles title at the Pomander Gate Tennis and P…

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Air tourism held back by reduced flights and capacity ― BTA

July 16, 2023

Lack of hotel beds and reduced flights are limiting the growth of air visitor numbers, the Bermuda Tourism Authority has warned.
Wayne Caines, the BTA chairman, used the organisation’s annual report t…

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July 20-21: Harrington Sound Road Lane Closure

July 16, 2023

The Ministry of Public Works is informing the motoring public that Harrington Sound Road by Crest View Road will undergo trenching works from One Communication and a lane will be closed for motorists. A Government spokesperson said, “The works will commence on Thursday, July 20th, 2023 through Friday, July 21st, 2023. “Motorists when traveling will […]

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Bermuda Finish Island Games With Ten Medals

July 16, 2023

Bermuda secured an impressive tally of 10 medals at the 2023 Island Games held in Guernsey, with the medal haul consisting of three medals in tennis, two in archery, two in golf, and one each in sailing, bowls, and football. It was a proud moment for Bermuda as the women’s football team claimed the gold […]

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Video: Sunday July 16th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

July 16, 2023

News that the 2023 Convex End-to-End presented five charities with a total of $215,000 in grants, 18 entrepreneurs graduated from the Enterprise Bermuda Program, Bermuda’s athletes won ten medals at the Island Games in Guernsey, and Sancho Smith earned the KPMG Scholarship were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In […]

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Carey Olsen Named Offshore Firm Of The Year

July 16, 2023

Carey Olsen has been named Offshore Firm of the Year at the Chambers High Net Worth Awards 2023 – the firm’s third major awards win in less than two months. A spokesperson said, “The annual awards, which took place yesterday evening at The Grand in London, recognise a law firm’s pre-eminence in key jurisdictions and […]

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Bermuda Among Barbie’s Vacation Spots

July 16, 2023

With the official Barbie movie set to be released later this month, Forbes has ranked the glamorous doll’s most likely vacation destinations, with Bermuda ranked first among them. A feature from Forbes said, The much anticipated Barbie movie releases on July 21, starring Margot Robbie as the protagonist Barbie, and is the creative phenomenon of […]

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BOAT & BTA Host Captains’ Golf Retreat

July 16, 2023

BOAT International recently partnered with the Bermuda Tourism Authority to host an unforgettable Captains’ Golf Retreat on the picturesque island of Bermuda. A report from BOAT said, “BOAT International recently partnered with the Bermuda Tourism Authority to host an unforgettable Captains’ Golf Retreat on the picturesque island of Bermuda. The event, held from 12 to […]

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Watson-Brown Helps Baylor Reach All-Americans

July 16, 2023

Flynn Watson-Brown was a member of the Baylor Men’s Swimming team that competed in the National Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association [NISCA] Swimming Championships. Watson-Brown led off the team as they reached High School All-Americans status clocking a time of 1:24.60 competing in the boys 200-yard freestyle relay. Related Stories 18 Swimmers To Compete In The […]

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Bermudian Salvation Army Team In Canada

July 16, 2023

The North Street Worship Team from Hamilton recently participated in Salvation Army’s INPSPIRE Conference and Congress in Canada. The Salvation Army website said, “The event took place in Toronto, Ontario, and brought together thousands of Salvationists, employees and volunteers from across the territory. “Congress events kicked off with a welcome celebration at Toronto’s historic Massey […]

Flatts, Cleveland and Warwick win on opening day of T20 First division

July 15, 2023

Southampton Oval (Southampton Rangers won toss): Flatts beat Southampton Rangers by 51 runs

JJ Nel scored a fantastic century as Flatts opened their Athene T20 First Division campaign in style.
N…

St David’s skittled out for 39 as Stars lay down marker

July 15, 2023

Devonshire Rec (St David’s won toss): Western Stars beat St David’s by 81 runs

Western Stars laid down an early marker in the Athene T20 Premier Division by bowling out St David’s for just 39 run…

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Investigation launched after man’s body pulled from water

July 15, 2023

Police have launched an investigation after a man’s body was seen floating in the water off North Shore today.
A police spokeswoman said: “Around 6.40pm on Saturday July 15, police responded to a repo…

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Police Confirm Man’s Death, Launch Investigation

July 15, 2023

Police responded to a report of a “male seen floating in the waters off of North Shore, Devonshire” this evening [July 15] and an “investigation surrounding the circumstances of the man’s death has commenced.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 6:40pm on Saturday July 15th, police responded to a report of a male seen floating in […]

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Minister: Unemployment Rate Recorded At 3.1%

July 15, 2023

The November 2022 Labour Force Survey Report.indicates that Bermuda’s unemployment rate was recorded at 3.1%, youth unemployment rate was 11.1% and the median gross annual income from person’s primary job for the working population during the reference week was $65,725, Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full […]

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Three Men Treated For ‘Suspected Stab Wounds’

July 15, 2023

Three men were treated in hospital for “suspected stab wounds” following a “large disturbance on Somerset Road” early this morning [July 15]. A police spokesperson said, “At around 12.10am on Saturday, 15th July 2023, police received a report of a large disturbance on Somerset Road, Sandys, near Cambridge Road. “On police arrival at the scene, […]

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Christopher Scores In 4-1 Loss To North Carolina

July 15, 2023

Bermuda’s Nia Christopher scored for the Eagle FC team as they played to a 4-1 loss against North Carolina Courage. The North Carolina Courage club’s match report said, “The North Carolina Courage U23 team is headed to the USL-W League Final after a 4-1 semifinal win over Eagle SC Friday night at WakeMed Soccer Park’s […]

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Trott Delighted With Season Best In Guernsey

July 15, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda distance runner Sean Trott said he was thrilled to run a season best in the men’s half-marathon at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey. Trott finished twelfth in yesterday’s race [July 14] in a season-best time of 1hr 12min 40sec. His personal best came at the Island Games in the […]

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Minister: BTA’s 2022 Annual Report & Accounts

July 15, 2023

“The BTA submitted its’ Year in Review, Annual Report 2022 in June 2023 and its Consolidated Financial Statements, year ending December 31, 2022 later in the same month,” Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise this morning […]

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Minister: Additional $7500 For 13 Graduates

July 15, 2023

The Government “will continue to invest in the inaugural graduates of the College Promise Programme” and “each of the thirteen graduating students will receive up to $7,500 for additional further education beyond their Bermuda College degrees,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [July 14] the Minister said, […]

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Manders Ends Games Career With 14 Medals

July 15, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Gavin Manders will retire from the NatWest International Island Games with an overall haul of 14 medals after winning two more in Guernsey. Manders, who is Bermuda’s most successful all time Island Games athlete, won bronze in the team event and men’s doubles. The 37-year-old, who fittingly carried the island’s flag at […]

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Triathlon: BTA Super Sprint Series Results

July 15, 2023

The Bermuda Triathlon Associations Super Sprint Meet took place at the Clearwater Beach. Jamie Bedford clocked a winning time of 23.15, Karen Smith was second clocking 25.47, and Jens Drea crossed the line third with a time of 26.20. Sprint Series Results 23.15 Jamie Bedford 25.47 Karen Smith 26.20 Jens Drea 26.44 Gordon Smith 26.52 […]

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Weather Forecast For Sunday July 16

July 15, 2023

Sunday, July 16 is expected to be mostly sunny, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 6.23am and sunset will be […]

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OBA pays tribute to ‘visionary leader’ Martha Dismont

July 15, 2023

The Leader of the Opposition has paid tribute to Martha Dismont saying her legacy of “passion, dedication and eternal optimism” should inspire us to work towards a brighter future for Bermuda.
Cole Si…

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July 23: Lane Closure On South Road In Paget

July 15, 2023

The Ministry of Public Works advised that “from South Road, from Lover’s Lane continue past Stowe Hill and up until South Road Roundabout, will undergo sidewalk maintenance by the Parks Department and a lane will be closed for motorists. A Government spokesperson said, “The works will commence on Sunday, July 23rd, 2023 from 6:30am until […]

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Bean Wilson Helps Golcar Defeat Skelmanthorpe

July 15, 2023

Janhoi Bean Wilson and his Golcar Cricket Club 2nd XI teammates defeated Skelmanthorpe Cricket Club by 8 runs. Golcar was sent to bat, they would be bowled out for 156, L Aspeling was the top scorer with 25, Bean Wilson added 23 off 31 balls, which included 4 fours. A Dollive was the pick of […]

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BUEI To Screen ‘The Banshees Of Inisherin’

July 15, 2023

On Tuesday, July 18 at 2.00pm, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute ‘BUEI Silver Screens’ series will feature ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’. A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, July 18 at 2 pm, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute ‘BUEI Silver Screens’ series will feature ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ in the comfort of our spacious Tradewinds Auditorium. [Wheelchair […]

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Police appeal for witnesses after three men stabbed

July 15, 2023

Three men were treated for stab wounds following a fight in Sandys involving about ten individuals.
A spokeswoman for the Bermuda Police Service said officers responded to a report of the fracas at 12…

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July 17-18: Temporary Closure On Suffering Lane

July 15, 2023

The Ministry of Public Works advised “that Suffering Lane in St. George’s will undergo landscaping work for overhanging tree trimming along the Five Forts Golf Course edge and the lane will be temporarily closed from Boundary Lane through to Khyber Pass.” A Government spokesperson said, “The work will commence on Monday, July 17th, 2023 through […]

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Video: Bermuda Style Cakes Virtual Art Gallery

July 15, 2023

Bernews’ latest Virtual Art Gallery features virtual wedding cakes crafted from various elements of Bermuda; from hibiscus flowers, frangipani flowers, treefrogs, Bermuda onions, fish, coral reefs and more, these over-the-top creations with unexpected ingredients showcase some of Bermuda’s flora and culture in cake form. This marks the 16th in a series of ‘Virtual Art Shows’ […]

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting July 15

July 15, 2023

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, July 15th. On Saturday the Carnival Venezia and the Liberty of the Seas cruise ships and the Ilede Molene cable layer are expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will […]

Bermuda’s golden girls

July 15, 2023

Bermuda signed off in style at the Island Games in Guernsey, as the all-conquering senior women’s football team and golfer Ebonie Cox claimed gold on the final day.
The women’s team got the day off to…

Weighing your life insurance options

July 15, 2023

Insurance is part of the three major life cycle risks: a premature death; long life (old age, longevity); and our wellbeing (health risks, disabilities, loss of earning capacity, and unemployment).
Ma…

You need to earn more to get out this debt hole

July 15, 2023

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I graduated from college six years ago with a business degree. Currently, I’m in data analytics making about $40,000 a year and have $155,000 in student loan debt. Do you have any recommend…

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Historical Video: Boxing In Bermuda In 1954

July 15, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Rare footage has surfaced of a top-level heavyweight fight in Bermuda between Nino Valdes and Jimmy Walls almost 70 years ago. Cuban Valdes, one of the leading heavyweights of his era, faced American journeyman Walls on December 11, 1954, in front of 2,500 spectators at the King’s Stadium in Hamilton in […]

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Loren Group Breaks Ground In Turks & Caicos

July 15, 2023

The Loren Group, a hotel and residences brand with the beautification of everyday living at its core, offering accommodations and residences, impeccable service and exclusive amenities, officially broke ground on their latest venture, The Loren at Turtle Cove, continuing their international expansion in Turks & Caicos. A spokesperson said, “The Loren Group, a hotel and […]

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Police Defeat HSBC In Backyard Cricket

July 15, 2023

HSBC defeated the Police in the latest round of Backyard Cricket. HSBC scored 69/4 in their allotted 15 overs, Shannon Burgess was the top scorer with 30, Rohan Henry was the pick of the Police bowlers with figures of 3-0-8-1. In reply, Police scored 70/3, Jermaine Tucker was the top scorer with 35 not out, […]

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SiriusPoint Appoints Thomas Leonardo

July 15, 2023

SiriusPoint Ltd., a global specialty insurer and reinsurer, has appointed Thomas Leonardo as Global Head of Accident & Health [A&H], effective immediately. A spokesperson said, “Previously Senior Vice President and US Head of A&H, Mr Leonardo has served on SiriusPoint’s Executive Leadership Team since July 2022. His appointment to a global role follows the departure […]

News / Royal Gazette

Seniors to get pension increase in line with inflation

July 15, 2023

Seniors will receive an increase in their pensions of up to $66 per month from September after the Premier tabled legislation in the House of Assembly yesterday.
David Burt, who is also the Minister o…

Senior women’s football team and golfer Ebonie Cox strike gold at Island Games

July 14, 2023

Bermuda signed off in style at the Island Games in Guernsey, as the all-conquering senior women’s football team and golfer Ebonie Cox claimed gold on the final day.
The women’s team got the day off to…

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Highland Spring Junior Open Tennis Tournament

July 14, 2023

The Highland Spring Junior Open Tennis Tournament 2023 came to a close today, with a number of young tennis players in action. A spokesperson said, “The Highland Spring Junior Open Tennis Tournament 2023 came to a close Friday, 14th July with Nadhira Durham taking the 18 & Under Singles title as she prepares for the […]

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Premier Updates On 2022/23 Govt’s Finances

July 14, 2023

“Revenue was higher than budgeted, expenditure was lower than budgeted, and the deficit was smaller than budgeted,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said in the House of Assembly today [July 14] The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda with […]

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Premier: Proposed 4.1% Increase To Pensions

July 14, 2023

The proposed increase will be 4.1%, which “will raise the basic contributory pension from $1,107 to $1,152 per month and increase the maximum pension from $1,607 to $1,673 per month,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said in the House of Assembly today [July 14]. The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, in […]

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BEN Summer Program At Somersfield Academy

July 14, 2023

Bermuda Education Network [BEN] has formed a “community partnership with Somersfield Academy to provide reading support to public-school children with the Summer Learning Programme.” A spokesperson said, “The independent school has donated the space for three weeks for one-to-one reading tutoring, art enrichment, and outdoor play for 44 students at its campus in Devonshire. “The […]

Tom Clarke sends ominous warning to Olympic sailing hopefuls

July 14, 2023

Tom Clarke has warned the island’s Olympic sailing hopefuls must “pull their socks up” if they are to secure a spot for Bermuda at next year’s Games in Paris.
The Bermuda Sailing Association president…

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Upgrade of the CCTV Network Update

July 14, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House and the public with an update on the upgrade of the island’s Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Network.

Mr. Speaker, Honourable Members may be aware that in 1999, the first public CCTV system was implemented in Bermuda. In 2014, the CCTV network was upgraded to incorporate island-wide coverage at a cost of $3,910,737.91, plus a five (5) year managed maintenance contract that cost $2,525,600.40.

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2023 Social Insurance Benefits Increase

July 14, 2023

Mr Speaker, in this Government’s 2017 Election Platform, we pledged that we would increase pension benefits by the rate of inflation and earlier today, with the tabling of the Contributory Pensions (Amendment of Benefits) Order, I am pleased to announce that it is a promise that this Government is proud to keep, just as we have done since 2017!

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Update on 2022/2023 Government Financial Performance

July 14, 2023

Mr Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda with an update on the latest estimates relating to the 2022/23 Budget arising from the extensive work done to prepare for the audit of the Consolidated Fund.

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Commissioning of East End Water Facilities

July 14, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I rise to provide this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda with an overview of the status of the East End Water and Wastewater Infrastructure project.