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The YAO Youth Baseball League continued at the YAO Ball Park on Kindley Field this weekend, with the White Team, Mets, and Red Sox all earning wins. Senior League White Team 13 – Red Team 12 In an evenly balanced match the White Team edged the Red Team 13 – 12. The White team was […]

The Department of Public Transportation team “won the Best E-Mobility Project Award at the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum [CREF] for the progress of the electrification of the public bus fleet,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “This is a significant accomplishment for the Department and Bermuda and […]

As part of the ‘Spring into the City’ 5-day event, the City of Hamilton held their final event on Friday [May 5]. Each day of the week features a theme – Motivational Monday, Tasty Tuesday, Wellness Wednesday, Thoughtful Thursday and Fiesta Friday. To view past coverages of events featuring the City of Hamilton, click here. […]

“The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard is currently deeply engaged in building capacity,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly. Minister Weeks said, “The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard launched in February 2020 as a marine force for the protection and security of Bermuda’s inshore waters, including 24-hour Search and […]

“To commemorate this rare occasion, the Bermuda Post Office [BPO] will be issuing a Coronation stamp and first-day cover later this month,” Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell said, adding that “the stamp will be entitled The Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III.” Speaking in the House of Assembly  on Friday […]

The 2023 Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s Spring Fever Tennis Tournament continued at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium. On day 3, Under 14 boys number one seed Tobiah Goodchild defeated the number three seed Tristan Pettit in straight sets 6-2, 6-3. Samantha Morgan won her Under-12 girls division match in straight sets 6-1, 6-1 against Chloe […]

Kahzi Sealey represented Christ School at the Penn Relays Carnival – High School Track Meet. Sealey competed in the Men’s High School Championship of America Distance Medley Relay 4000 meter race. Sealey ran the third leg which was the 800 meter distance helping his team claim the victory with a time of 9:58.15. Related Stories […]

News that Tah-mi Williams and Jaquan Burrows completed the Hamilton Princess’ 18-month long leadership program, the End to End was held, OUTBermuda launched a new annual education bursary and BEDC has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Global Atlantic Re foundation to provide BEDC Program participants with capital grants totaling $150,000 a year were […]

Essent Group Ltd. reported net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2023 of $170.8 million or $1.59 per diluted share, compared to $274.2 million or $2.52 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. A spokesperson said, “Essent also announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend […]

Ashley Irby was one of several Elon University track & field members who set personal bests on the final day of the Charlotte Invitational. The meet was the final competition for Elon before the CAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships. Irby set a personal bests in the women’s 800m finishing 5th clocking 2:20.57. Related Stories […]

A female motorist was injured in a collision in Smiths this afternoon [May 6], with the driver being assisted by members of the public after her car went over an embankment. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, police and other first responders were dispatched to a single vehicle […]

The Convex End-to-End was held today [May 6] marking the 36th time the annual event has been held, with people walking, cycling, rowing and sailing across the island to raise money for charity. Funds raised during this year’s event will go to the following charities: Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS], Gina Spence Productions, The Eliza DoLittle […]

The Acting Governor and Acting Premier formally opened the Coronation Gardens at the Botanical Gardens this morning. A Government spokesperson said, “In recognition of His Majesty King Charles III being crowned today, the Acting Governor Mr. Tom Oppenheim, MBE and the Acting Premier the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP formally opened the Coronation Gardens at […]

Sunday, May 7 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud after an early shower or two, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 54%. Sunrise […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s football teams have discovered their opponents for the NatWest International Island Games in Guernsey in July. The men’s team will play Froya, Orkney and Greenland in Group C; the women will face Aland, Jersey and Hitra in Group A. The football programme starts on July 9, with games being played […]

Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban represented Bermuda at the 15th Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum [CREF] in Miami, Florida. A Government spokesperson said, “The event, held from the 26 to 28 April, is the largest annual gathering of the Caribbean renewable energy market. This year, the Forum organisers invited Minister Roban to participate in the […]

The Bermuda Police Backyard Cricket League kicked off the second season with the defending champions Bermuda Hospital Board falling by 7 wickets to the Corporation of Hamilton. After winning the toss the Bermuda Hospital Board scored 109/3 in their allotted 15 overs, Rushaine Murphy was the top scorer with 43, while Lateef Trott was the […]

The Berkeley Institute and CedarBridge Academy shared honours at the National Sports Centre at the Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Super 8s Cricket tournament sponsored by Markel Bermuda. The Berkeley Institute finished the day undefeated in the boy’s tournament after winning the round robin with a 4-0 record before defeating Warwick Academy in the […]

Concacaf announced the opening of the Member Association application process for its first ever confederation-wide Coaching Convention. A spokesperson said, “The Concacaf Coaching Convention was launched in March 2022 and is a framework of minimum standards and regulations intended to harmonize the quality of coach education programs delivered across the confederation. “Concacaf has established a […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jah-Nhai Perinchief achieved a sixth-place finish in the men’s triple jump at the Wanda Diamond League in Doha, Qatar, yesterday [May 5]. The Bermudian posted a season-best jump of 16.86 metres in his second attempt at the Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium. Portugal’s Pedro Pichardo claimed gold with a leap of 17.91, […]

The 2023 Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s Spring Fever Tennis Tournament continued at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium. Tristan Pettit defeated Christopher Madeiros 6-1, 6-0, to move into the Under 14 boys semi-finals. Under 14 Boys number one seed Tobiah Goodchild also advanced to the semi-finals after he defeated Cyre Trott in straight sets 6-0, 6-2. […]

This past week, all nine members of the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Bermuda travelled to Haifa, Israel to participate in the 13th International Bahá’í Convention. A spokesperson said, “This past week, all nine members of the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Bermuda travelled to Haifa, Israel to participate in the […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday Shipping Schedule: Week Starting May 6th. On Saturday the Liberty of the Seas cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship and the Oleander contianer ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Somers […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A series of workshops for athletes, coaches, administrators and parents will continue this weekend as part of the Performance Mindset Series, featuring visiting psychologist Dr Tony Tucci. The series is run by Five Rings, an organisation led by Olympic swimmer Jenny Smatt, dedicated to the development and performance enhancement of athletes […]

The Bermuda Sloop Foundation announced they will be hosting their Annual Awards Ceremony at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute on 1 June 2023. A spokesperson said, “Awards are presented to outstanding trainee crew from middle school residential voyages that took place during the 2022 – 2023 school year on board Spirit of Bermuda. The Foundation […]

Paul Rodrigues Jr. helped Christchurch School finish 5th in the MASSA Team Race Championships. With a lot of rain but a solid 5-10 knot breeze from the east, Rodrigues and his teammates battle in tight racing all day as the battle for 2nd went all the way to the 2nd to last race of the […]

[Updating] The Convex End-to-End is taking place today [May 6] marking the 36th time the annual event has been held, and we will provide live updates and video as able throughout the day. The event — which this year includes walking, cycling, rowing and sailing — supports various charities, and funds raised during this year’s […]

The coronation of King Charles III is being held today [May 6] in London, with million of people expected to watch the broadcast Governor Rena Lalgie and Premier David Burt are attending the event, along with a delegation of 14 soldiers and officers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment that will accompany the King during his […]

May 5 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,109.91, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 66 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And […]

Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert greeted the Captain, crew and passengers on JetBlue’s flight from LaGuardia, New York today [May 5], with the flight receiving a water cannon salute. “I am excited to note the additions of two JetBlue flights from Bermuda to New York City this month, with daily service from LF Wade International […]

“On this the first anniversary of his death, the Bermuda Police Service are appealing for any witnesses to please come forward to help us solve this crime and bring closure to the family of Mr. Robinson,” the police said. A police spokesperson said, “Keyoshe Robinson was reported missing at 5:10pm on Wednesday 4th May, 2022. […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club announced that its Leadership Development Program [LDP] has produced two new Bermudian managers to join its Leadership Team. A spokesperson said, “Tah-mi Williams and Jaquan Burrows, both 26 years old, completed the hotel’s intense 18-month long program, as of May 5th. Tah-mi Williams, Hamilton Princess & Beach Club’s Shawn Lekki, […]

The Government of Bermuda’s London Office is reminding Bermudian university students and recent graduates of the opportunity to participate in the upcoming ‘Bermuda Dinner and Dialogue’. A spokesperson said, “The Premier, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, will be in attendance at the event. Next week’s dinner will present a very unique opportunity to […]