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Family event to celebrate 1959 Theatre Boycott

People can pay tribute to three local legends at a festival celebrating the success of the 1959 Theatre Boycott this weekend.
The event, which will centre around families, will be held on the City Hal…

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Fidelis MGU Congratulates Fidelis Insurance

Fidelis MGU said they are “delighted to be able to congratulate Fidelis Insurance Group on its initial public offering [IPO] with the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker FIHL.” Richard Brindle, Chairman and CEO of Fidelis MGU, said: “It has been an incredible year for the Fidelis brand culminating now with the listing of […]

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Parliament: Order Of Business For June 30th

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [June 30] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the Successful Negotiations with Government’s Largest Union Partners, Human Rights Commission-2022 Annual Report and Update on the United Nations Joint Programme: Building Back Equal Through Innovative Finance for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment. The Order […]

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Rawlinson & Hunter Celebrates 60 Years

July 1st 2023 marks the 60th Anniversary of Rawlinson & Hunter in Bermuda [R&H]. A spokesperson said, “Established as a Chartered Accountancy and financial advisory services firm, R&H has served the International and Bermuda business community for over half a century, opening its doors in 1963.” Francine Mason, Senior Partner said “I am honoured to […]

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Emma Harvey wins bronze medal at CAC Games

Emma Harvey has picked up her second medal at the Central American and Caribbean Games after winning bronze in the 50 metres butterfly.
Harvey recorded a time of 27.11sec to finish third behind Tayde …

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BZS Awarded $62,800 Darwin Plus Grant

The Bermuda Zoological Society has been awarded a grant of £50,000 [$62,800], funded by the UK Government through the Darwin Plus Local programme, to support its Micro Forest Project. A spokesperson said, “Launched in November 2021, the Micro Forest Project has cleared invasive species and replaced them with a mix of endemic and native plants […]

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Climate Summit Attracts 101 Overseas Delegates

The second annual Bermuda Climate Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency, in partnership with KBRA, “attracted 119 separate companies with a total combined assets under management of ~$4.16 trillion,” the BDA said. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Climate Summit attracted 335 delegates, including 101 from overseas, and not only ensured Bermuda remained globally […]

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March Consumer Price Index: Inflation 4.7%

Consumers paid 4.7% more in March 2023 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the March 2023 CPI from the Department of Statistics. “In summary, during March 2023, consumers paid 4.7 […]

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BMA’s cyber underwriting report reveals a changing landscape

The cyber threat landscape has become more sophisticated, frequent and widespread, a new report by Bermuda’s financial sector watchdog has revealed.
The Bermuda Cyber Underwriting Report 2022, release…

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Bermuda hockey team’s CAC Games medal hopes gone

Bermuda’s chances of securing a medal in women’s hockey at the Central American and Caribbean Games disappeared onThursday after the team suffered a heavy 5-1 loss to the Dominican Republic.
Coach Kov…

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Cal Waldron and Clay Smith head to Mexico for coaching course

Two of Bermuda’s most high-profile cricket coaches, Cal Waldron and Clay Smith, have recently returned from a coaching course in Mexico.
St George’s head coach Smith and Waldron, the Bermuda assistan…

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Rawlinson & Hunter to hit 60-year milestone

Rawlinson & Hunter is marking its 60th anniversary in Bermuda.
Established as a chartered accountancy and financial advisory services firm, R&H has served the international and Bermudian busin…

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Argus extends buyback campaign

Argus Group Holdings Limited has announced an extension of their share repurchase programme, starting this summer.
The company said effective July 1, 2023, it will extend share buybacks, and may purch…

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KPMG in Bermuda releases report on its community impact

KPMG in Bermuda, the professional services firm, has released its 2022 Impact Report, revealing that it contributed more than $1.1 million in scholarships, financial giving, and pro bono work, as well…

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Butterfield up 37 cents on NYSE

The RG/BSX Index closed on Thursday down 0.59 points (0.03 per cent) at 2,073.69.
One hundred shares in Watlington Waterworks Ltd changed hands for a turnover of $2,800. The stock closed at $28, down …

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Bermuda’s inflation hits 4.7 per cent in March

Bermuda’s consumer price inflation hit 4.7 per cent in March, up from February’s 4.2 per cent and the highest reading since September 2022.
Higher food and transportation prices led the consumer pric…

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Hamilton car-park cards back online from Saturday

A glitch with swipe cards for three long-term parking lots in Hamilton has been fixed, the City has announced.
The cards, used for entry and exit at the Bull’s Head, Par-la-Ville and Elliot Street car…

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Pomander Gate to host Highland Spring Junior Tennis Tournament

Some of the island’s most promising future prospects will battle for honours during the upcoming Highland Spring Junior Tennis Tournament.
The tournament is open to boys and girls in various age categ…

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Bright future predicted for Bermuda Davis Cup team

Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association president Michael Wolfe hopes to see the island’s Davis Cup team go from strength to strength in regional competition.
Bermuda’s team of Trey Mallory, Daniel Phillips, …

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SiriusPoint appoints new chief legal officer

SiriusPoint Ltd, the Bermudian-headquartered global specialty re/insurer, has appointed Linda Lin as chief legal officer, effective July 24.
Ms Lin will join SiriusPoint’s executive leadership team, r…

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RA meeting on wind farms invites ‘robust’ discussion

Close to 100 people turned up to the first in a series of town hall meetings last night outlining the potential for a wind farm off Bermuda’s shores.
The Regulatory Authority, which hosted the event …

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Accredited companies to remain under review until their sale

AM Best has maintained the under review with negative implications status for the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit ratings of “a-” (Excellent) of three wholl…

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Janhoi Bean Wilson Helps Golcar Win

Janhoi Bean Wilson and his Golcar Cricket Club 1st XI teammates defeated Delph and Dobcross Cricket Club by 121 runs in Huddersfield Cricket League action in the UK. Golcar won the toss and elected to bat, they scored 239/9 in their allotted 50 overs, J North was the top scorer with 81, Bean Wilson was […]

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Talcott Re opens office with charity donation

Talcott Re has marked the official opening of its office at 30 Woodbourne Avenue in Pembroke, with a donation to charity.
The company, part of the Talcott Financial Group, held a ribbon-cutting ceremo…

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Economic Investment and Residential Certificate Policy Continues to Benefit Bermuda’s Economy

“I am proud to advise that the Economic Investment and Residential Certificate (EIRC) Policy continues to benefit Bermuda’s Economy by helping to support continued economic activity,” said the Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward, regarding the latest updates on the policy’s success to date. “The objective of the EIRC is to fully harness Immigration as one of many tools for creating economic growth for Bermuda. So said, so done, as thus far, the EIRC program has brought about significant economic activity and helped market Bermuda as a place to reside and do business.”

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Photos & Video: One Communications Kids Zone

One Communications sponsored a Kids Zone at Harbour Nights last night [June 28] with families enjoying the event, which included games, music, dancing, characters and more. A spokesperson previously said, “This will be the second year the Company has sponsored the family-oriented event, aiming to bring joy, laughter and endless fun to the children and […]

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‘Parents Advocacy Group For Education’ Forms

A new community working group, Parents Advocacy Group for Education [PAGE], has been established to “become a voice for parents and concerned community members on educational practice in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “The new group is seeking a pause in aspects of primary education reform, while they also work to increase parent engagement with public […]

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Govt: $425.5M Investment From EIRC Policy

“I am proud to advise that the Economic Investment and Residential Certificate [EIRC] Policy continues to benefit Bermuda’s Economy by helping to support continued economic activity,” said the Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward, regarding the latest updates on the policy’s success to date. “The objective of the EIRC is to fully harness Immigration […]

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MP Dunkley On Emergency Service Levels

“It is totally unacceptable that the Premier and colleagues have put people at risk by cutting back emergency service,” OBA MP Michael Dunkley said, adding that “thankfully they have reinstated the coverage due to pressure from the Opposition and many emergency professionals. ” Mr. Dunkley said, “The statement by the Minister of National Security is […]

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Column: ‘People At Heart Of PLP’s Agenda’

[Opinion column written by MP Derrick Burgess] The PLP continues to have the people of Bermuda at the heart of it’s agenda. The Government made a commitment to strengthen social protections and provide relief to families. Strengthening Social protections In May of this year the Government released a policy paper highlighting elements of it’s Financial […]

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Bermuda swimmers in with huge chance of medals on final night at CAC Games

Emma Harvey and Madelyn Moore will head into the final evening session at the CAC Games with fantastic chances of grabbing a medal.
Moore and Harvey qualified second and third fastet respectively in t…

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Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward in stellar form in Chile

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward are in sensational form at the World Boccia Challenger event in Santiago, Chile.
Competing in the round-robin stage of the BC1 Division, Andrade gave an immedia…

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Reggie Lambe signs for Braintree Town

Reggie Lambe will showcase his football talents at Braintree Town next season after Bermuda midfielder joined the English non-league club from AFC Sudbury.
“Welcome to the Iron, Reggie Lambe,” the …

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Local trio savour success in British schools national finals

Bermuda’s Sebastian Kempe, Nicole Stovell and Millie Lewis basked in glory after helping Royal Hospital School Sailing Academy achieve victory at the British Schools Dinghy Association National Finals…

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Schools Alliance ‘Concerned’ About Reform

The Eastern Schools Alliance said they “remain concerned about the ongoing primary school consolidation process.” A spokesperson said, “We, as concerned parents, do not oppose reform of the school system. We agree that the system needs to be improved to achieve equitable educational outcomes for all of Bermuda’s children. We simply want to ensure that […]

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FoodHub To Hold ‘Hiring Blitz’ On Fri & Sat

FoodHub will be hosting another Hiring Blitz at their new St. George’s location on King’s Square this Friday [June 30] and Saturday [July 1] from 10.00am to 6.00pm. A spokesperson said, “We’re looking to hire Waiters, Bartenders, Dining Room / Catering Manager, Baristas, Cleaners and more.” To learn more visit FoodHub.bm. Related Stories Athene Life […]

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Norwegian Joy arrives early for medical evacuation

A cruise ship arrived in port early this week due to a medical emergency.
According to an incident report, Meyer Agencies contacted Bermuda Radio on Tuesday morning to notify it that the Norwegian Joy…

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Video: Bermuda Featured On ‘Changing Seas’

Bermuda has been featured in the Changing Seas television series in an episode titled “Bermuda: Life at Ocean’s Edge.” Changing Seas is a public television series produced by South Florida PBS in Miami, Florida and is now in its 15th season. The Changing Seas website said, “Bermuda is not only the shipwreck capital of the […]

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Ship Arrives Early Due To Sick Crew Member

Norwegian Joy arrived earlier than their scheduled arrival time on Tuesday [June 27] due to a crew member in need of medical attention . A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Tuesday 27th of June, 10:15 am – Bermuda Radio received a telephone call from Meyer Agencies informing that the Norwegian Joy would be arriving […]

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DeSilva & Hayward Continue Winning Ways

[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward continued their winning starts to the World Boccia Challenger in Santiago, Chile, yesterday [June 28]. DeSilva-Andrade, who won her opening BC1 Division game against an Argentinian opponent 9-0 on Tuesday, won her second match against a Brazilian opponent 4-1. She takes on a Chilean opponent today. […]

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Cougars & BAA Draw In Under 23 Match-Up

The Bermuda Under 23 League season continued with the Devonshire Cougars and BAA playing to a 3 – 3 draw at the BAA Field. Devonshire Cougars took the lead in the 10th minute through an own goal, and BAA responded with an equalizer in the 18th minute when Hunter Outerbridge scored. In the 48th minute, […]

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Todd Is A Future ‘Superstar’ Says Wilkinson

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kallan Todd has been hailed as a “superstar in the making” by Garon Wilkinson, the Bermuda Sanshou Association [BSA] president, after winning two titles at the World Kickboxing and Karate [WKA] World Championships in Bali, Indonesia, last week. Todd retained his K-1 junior title in the 95kg-plus division and won the […]

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CAC Games Swimming & Hockey Update

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda swimmer Jack Harvey had a busy day in the pool competing in the men’s 50 metres backstroke and 200 freestyle at the Central American and Caribbean Games in San Salvador, El Salvador, yesterday [June 28]. Harvey, who came third in his 50 backstroke heat in 26.57sec, finished eighth in the […]

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Arnold Competes In Tour Of America’s Dairyland

Gabriella Arnold competed in the Tour of America’s Dairyland in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In stage one action, Arnold finished 19th clocking a time of 1:16.47.9 representing LA Sweat. Related Stories Horsfield Competes At Whistler Canada Cup Bermuda National Time Trial Championships Flannery Competes In Loughborough Cycling Hopkins Continues Competing In France Caitlin Conyers Competes In Tour […]

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Bermuda football team oozing with confidence for Island Games

An aura of excitement can be felt among the footballers preparing to depart for the Island Games in Guernsey.
Bermuda are sending an under-23 side coached by John Nusum with the squad training five da…

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Government about-face on ambulances a ‘sneaky’ reversal

The Government has been accused of making an “embarrassing” about-turn, reversing cuts to the ambulance service.
Michael Dunkley, the One Bermuda Alliance’s Shadow Minister of Health, has said that 2…

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RA: Belco may seek air monitor cost recovery retroactively

Belco may purchase a US-certified air quality monitoring station and retroactively request approval and recovery of funds, the Regulatory Authority has made clear.

The Royal Gazette reported this …

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Berkeley celebrates Class of 2023

Bermuda celebrated 133 new high school graduates with a wave of applause at an emotional ceremony yesterday for The Berkeley Institute’s Class of 2023.
Keisha Douglas, principal, gave a “brief synopsi…

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US Coast Guard cutter builds on partnership with Bermuda

A US Coast Guard crew teamed up with Bermudian authorities this week in patrols that included a focus on deterring maritime drug smugglers.
Officers from police and customs were involved in the operat…

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Terrance Walker ‘irresponsible’ and ‘callous’ after collision

A jury was entitled to agree with an expert witness who found that a teenager was riding in her lane when she was struck in a fatal collision, according to the Court of Appeal.
Terrance Walker was sen…

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