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Pre-Cup Match Extravaganza On July 21

July 13, 2023

The Corporation of St. George’s will be holding a Pre-Cup Match Extravaganza on Friday, July 21 at 6.00pm at King’s Square in St. George’s. Mayor Quinell Francis announced: “It is both my honour and pleasure, on behalf of the residents and businesses of the Town of St. George, to invite our fellow Bermudians, residents, and […]

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Eight Bermudians Enroll In Fintech Programme

July 13, 2023

The Economic Development Department announced that eight Bermudians – Esaiah Lister, Dallas Scott, Melody Bean, Olivia Washington, Owen Millett, Tim Augustus, Zaire Lodge, and Trey Simons – have enrolled in the second annual global Fintech Education Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that eight Bermudians have enrolled in […]

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Butterfield Offers Free Money Management Class

July 13, 2023

Butterfield is offering a free money management and financial literacy class next week for full-time college and university students between the ages of 18 and 30. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield 101 Money Management Programme will be held on Thursday, 20 July, from 5:30p.m. on the second floor of Butterfield’s Head Office. Retail banking professionals […]

Sailing coach Alex Gough confident Bermuda can qualify for SSL Gold Cup

July 13, 2023

Bermuda coach Alex Gough is confident the island can qualify for the Star Sailors League Gold Cup at the second attempt.
The professional sailor believes the team has the pedigree, determination and m…

Campbell Patton and Adriana Penruddocke struggle at Olympic test event

July 13, 2023

Sailors Campbell Patton and Adriana Penruddocke have endured a baptism of fire at the Olympic Test Event in Marseilles, France.
The local pair have found the going extremely tough in trying conditions…

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Ferry service to St George increased for Cup Match

July 13, 2023

Additional services have been added to the ferry schedule over the Cup Match holiday, the Department of Marine and Port Services announced this afternoon.
An updated Orange Route timetable includes ad…

Owen Darrell discusses youth sport policies with Shaun Goater

July 13, 2023

Owen Darrell, the minister of Youth, Culture and Sports, recently had a meeting with Shaun Goater to discuss local football and youth development.
Darrell reflected on the opportunity to speak with th…

Fun day on the water for BWAC junior anglers

July 13, 2023

The Blue Waters Anglers Club’s recent Annual Junior Fishing Tournament proved a success with nearly 100 young people participating.
Bermuda’s oldest youth fishing tournament, with its origins stretchi…

Westgate inmates pass football coaching course

July 13, 2023

Ten inmates from Westgate Correctional Facility have cleared the first hurdle of the Matrix Soccer Academy coaching programme.
The inmates successfully completed the introductory phase of the programm…

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Ministry: 74 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday

July 13, 2023

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [July 13], with the list indicating that there are forty-three bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 43 runs cancelled this morning, 31 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

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Regiment recruits are loving their new life in the military

July 13, 2023

The ranks of the Royal Bermuda Regiment have been bolstered by 16 new recruits who have taken the King’s shilling.
The two women and 14 men marched through the gates of Warwick Camp on Sunday to begi…

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Fintech training delivered for Bermudian students

July 13, 2023

A course furnishing Bermudians with training in the emerging fintech industry has been taken up by eight people, the Economic Development Department has announced.
The second annual Fintech Education …

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Blood donors rewarded for their ‘incredible impact’

July 13, 2023

Two blood donors have been recognised for their efforts to help the hospital provide life-saving transfusions in the past year.
Long-time donor Mandy Mizibrocky won a night’s stay at the Hamilton Prin…

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Photos: Former ADCs To Governor Celebrated

July 13, 2023

The Governor hosted a dinner at Government House with most of the former Aides-de-Camp [ADCs] and their spouses to celebrate 50 years of Bermudians serving as Aides-de-Camp to the Governors of Bermuda. Government House posted the photos online below, and said, “Celebrating 50 years of Bermudians serving as Aides-de-Camp to the Governors of Bermuda. “On […]

Stable launches Class 3A insurer in Bermuda

July 13, 2023

Stable, the pioneering fintech company with a commodity price-risk management platform, has established a Bermudian-domiciled Class 3A insurer.
The company had previously established a collateralised …

Barcellos appointed to global role at Sompo International

July 13, 2023

Bermudian-based Sompo International, a global provider of commercial and consumer property and casualty re/insurance, has appointed Renata Barcellos as head of risk control services, global markets in…

Lauren Kent appointed president, Axis Re International

July 13, 2023

Bermudian-based Axis Capital Holdings has appointed Lauren Kent as president, Axis Re International.
Ms Kent reports directly to Ann Haugh, CEO of Axis Re, and is part of the reinsurance executive tea…

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Minister Darrell meets with Shaun Goater, MBE

July 13, 2023

The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports, Sen. Owen K. Darrell, JP, met with Bermuda football legend and former English Premier League player Shaun Goater, MBE.

Today’s relaxed meet and greet was an opportunity for the Minister to discuss local football, youth development and sports in general with one of Bermuda’s most recognizable athletes.

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Motorcade Celebration, Recognition Events for Special Olympians

July 13, 2023

Save the date Bermuda. On July 18, starting at 12.00 p.m., the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport will have a series of celebration activities to recognize the achievement of Bermuda’s Special Olympians at the World Games in Berlin last month.

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Students get ‘hands-on’ experience at public works

July 13, 2023

A government department has thrown open its doors to 25 students for a summer learning programme.
The young people will be taught about how the Ministry of Public Works operates and get hands-on expe…

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Town Hall On Climate Change This Evening

July 13, 2023

The Bermuda Red Cross will hold a town hall meeting on climate change this evening [July 13] at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s from 5.30pm until 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Red Cross town hall meetings on climate change are your chance to ask the critical questions, gather information and take responsibility for our island’s future. […]

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Motorcade To Celebrate Special Olympians

July 13, 2023

On Tuesday, July 18, starting at 12.00pm, the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport will have a series of celebration activities to recognize the achievement of Bermuda’s Special Olympians at the World Games in Berlin last month. A Government spokesperson said, “Nineteen athletes participated in a range of sports, including athletics, bowling and tennis, among […]

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Guernsey Schoolchildren Make Bermuda Posters

July 13, 2023

Students from Vauvert Primary School in Guernsey have made Bermuda-themed posters to decorate the team’s hotel as they continue to compete at the Island Games. The effort put into the posters is clear from the obvious studying done by the children, with the posters highlighting facts about the island, including that we collect rain on […]

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Video: Labour Force Survey Report Released

July 13, 2023

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward held a press conference to formally release the November 2022 Labour Force Survey Report from the Department of Statistics, with the report stating that Bermuda’s unemployment rate was recorded at 3.1%. Minister Hayward said, “Good Afternoon/ Today I am pleased to formally release the November 2022 Labour Force […]

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Daniel Augustus Finishes 12th On Moonlight Tour

July 13, 2023

Bermudian golfer Daniel Augustus was back in action on the Moonlight Golf Tour in Florida. Augustus shot a round of 2-under par 69 at the Eagle Dunes Golf Club Sorrento, Florida to finish 12th; he finished 4 strokes behind the winner Juan Guerra from the Dominican Republic. Related Stories Augustus Competes In APGA Championship Bermuda […]

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Bermuda Rugby Team Start Competing In Jamaica

July 13, 2023

The 2023 Rugby Americas North [RAN] Men’s Under 19 Tournament got underway at the University of West Indies’ Mona Bowl in Jamaica. It was a mixed day for Bermuda in the men’s Under 19 Pool B, as they opened up with a 48 – 0 win over Guyana. Bermuda would then face the host Jamaica […]

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Bermuda High School Announces 2023 IB Results

July 13, 2023

The Bermuda High School [BHS] announced the results of its 2023 International Baccalaureate Diploma cohort. New Head of School, Ms. Carol A. Swainson commented, “I am pleased to share this excellent set of exam results for our Class of 2023. 100% of our students have achieved their IB Diplomas, which is well above the worldwide pass […]

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Photos/Video: Beating Of The Retreat Ceremony

July 13, 2023

A Beating of the Retreat Ceremony was held on the Cabinet Office Grounds in Hamilton last night [July 12]. A Government spokesperson previously said, “This colourful pageant of military music, popular tunes, and precision drill is performed by the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band and Corps of Drums, Bermuda Islands Pipe Band and the Bermuda Highland […]

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Regiment Hold Junior Leaders Summer Camp

July 13, 2023

More than 20 young people are learning, working and having fun together in the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s summer camp for its Junior Leaders. A spokesperson said, “The two-week programme operates both as a culmination of training efforts for those who have been in the organisation for some time and as a launch pad for others […]

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July 18-21: Lane Closure On North Shore Road

July 13, 2023

The Ministry of Public advised that “North Shore Road, at the eastern end of the Aquarium will undergo trenching works from One Communication and a lane will be closed for motorists. ” A Government spokesperson said, “The works will commence on Tuesday, July 18th, 2023 through Friday, July 21st, 2023. Motorists when traveling will have to […]

British water crisis could impact Bermuda insurer

July 13, 2023

A Bermuda insurer could be on the hook for more than $10 billion as part of the fallout from the crisis with UK water utilities.
The British Government has this summer been leading emergency talks ove…

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European court asks Britain to defend island’s SSM stance

July 13, 2023

A response was invited from the British Government after the European Court of Human Rights received complaints that cancelling legal recognition of same-sex marriages in Bermuda was in violation of i…

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Fundraiser for Jerry Collantes to be held at Swizzle Inn

July 13, 2023

A fundraiser is being held at Swizzle Inn on Sunday to help the family of a late chef.
Jerry Collantes, from the Philippines, worked at the restaurant for less than a year before losing his life as …

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Airport runway improvements planned by Skyport

July 13, 2023

Skyport has sought planning permission to make a series of upgrades to the runway at LF Wade International Airport, according to a recent application.
The planning application, submitted this year, pr…

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Domestic Workers Entitled To Minimum Wage Act

July 13, 2023

“Domestic workers, whether full-time or part-time and living in or out of their employer’s home, are entitled to receive the minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40 as of 1 June 2023,” the Ministry said today. A Government spokesperson said, “With the implementation of the national minimum hourly wage and considering the number of queries received […]

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Videos: Tennis Players Expected To Medal

July 12, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s tennis players are expected to bring home more medals after a superb day of competition at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey, the Channel Islands, today [July 12] Shelby Madeiros, in the women’s singles, and Gavin Manders and James Finnigan, in the men’s doubles, will compete in the semi-finals of […]

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Sailor Nicole Stovell Currently In Third Place

July 12, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda sailor Nicole Stovell is firmly in the medal hunt going into the final day of the ILCA 6 class after another solid display in difficult conditions at the Guernsey Yacht Club today. Stovell is in third place after eight races with a net total of 28 points. Fourth-place Maria Gornes […]

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Golfer Ebonie Cox Leading In Island Games

July 12, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda golfer Ebonie Cox leads the way in the women’s individual competition after two rounds at the L’Ancresse Links Golf Course at the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey, the Channel Islands. Cox, who carded a first-round score of 73 yesterday, followed up by shooting 79 today for a total of 152. She […]

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Beating of the Retreat

July 12, 2023

Beating of the Retreat (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Cricket & KBB Partner For Sustainability Goals

July 12, 2023

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] are “partnering to develop the BCB’s sustainability goals.” A spokesperson said, “The BCB is Bermuda’s national sporting body for local and international cricket and KBB is one of Bermuda’s most established environmental charities whose impact reaches across Bermuda and beyond. “Both charities are working closely […]

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Minister Owen Darrell Meets With Shaun Goater

July 12, 2023

The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports Owen Darrell met with Bermuda football legend Shaun Goater, which was “was an opportunity for the Minister to discuss local football, youth development and sports in general with one of Bermuda’s most recognizable athletes.” Minister Darrell said, “The public will know that Mr. Goater famously played as a […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For July 12 2023

July 12, 2023

The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 12] include acting appointments, liquor licence, notification of planning applications registered and assent. Commissioner Of Corrections Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0586/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Corrections Publication date: 12 July 2023 Government Notice Number: ___________ Acting Appointment – Commissioner Of Corrections […]

BCB and KBB in environmental sustainability partnership

July 12, 2023

The Bermuda Cricket Board has entered into a partnership with Keep Bermuda Beautiful in an effort to grow its sustainability goals.
The two charities are looking to work together to minimise cricket’…

Bermuda Pacers bring home 31 medals from prestigious Orlando track meet

July 12, 2023

Bermuda Pacers Track Club made their presence felt at the Flying Angels International Track and Field Championships in Ontario, Canada.
The local team earned a remarkable 31 medals, including nine gol…

Bermuda football coaches head into Island Games semi-finals with attacking intent

July 12, 2023

John Nusum and Naquita Robinson, Bermuda’s Island Games football coaches, are looking to approach the semi-finals in the same attacking manner they have adopted from the start in Guernsey.
Both Bermud…

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Illegal trash dumping in Hamilton irks City

July 12, 2023

Hamilton sanitation workers continue to deal with trash dumped in the City from elsewhere in Bermuda, a spokeswoman said.
“A series of illegal dumping incidents have occurred in the last few days in…

Thomas Leonardo takes on global role at SiriusPoint

July 12, 2023

SiriusPoint Ltd, the Bermudian-headquartered global specialty re/insurer, has appointed Thomas Leonardo as global head of accident & health.
Previously senior vice president and US head of A&H…

Arch takes minority stake in Helix

July 12, 2023

Helix Underwriting Partners Ltd has entered into an equity investment agreement under which Arch Capital Holdings Ltd has become a minority shareholder in the Bermudian-based agency.
The company said …

Butterfield up 61 cents on NYSE

July 12, 2023

The RG/BSX Index closed on Wednesday unchanged at 2,100.52 after a day of no trading.
Overseas, Butterfield Bank closed up 61 cents (2.13 per cent) at $29.21 on the New York Stock Exchange.

Fifth cohort graduates from BEDC’s Enterprise Bermuda incubator

July 12, 2023

Eighteen aspiring entrepreneurs have graduated from the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation’s Enterprise Bermuda incubator programme.
Graduate Kisha Tyrrell of Enzuri Beauty said: “The BEDC progr…