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Sompo International has promoted Margaret Hyland

April 17, 2023

Bermudian-based Sompo International, the global provider of commercial and consumer property and casualty re/insurance, has promoted Margaret Hyland to the post of president of North America Reinsuran…

Butterfield closes higher on the NYSE

April 17, 2023

The RG/BSX Index closed on Monday at 2,084.30, up 17.80 points (0.86 per cent) on the day.
One hundred shares of BF&M Ltd changed hands for a turnover of $2,195.
The stock closed at $21.95, up $1….

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CedarBridge students experience science firsthand

April 17, 2023

Students of CedarBridge Academy have been combining classroom learning with hands on experience as part of a new STEM programme being worked on by the Bermuda Zoological Society.
BZS has been working…

Dominant displays aplenty at Southside Raceway

April 17, 2023

Three drivers enjoyed perfect outings on a day of dominant displays in the eleventh round of the Bermuda Karting Club National Championships at the Southside Raceway.
Jason North remained unbeaten in …

Aiden Simmons continues flawless form

April 17, 2023

Aiden Simmons continued his superb form as the Bermuda Motocross Club season continued at the Southside Moto Sports Park last weekend.
Competing in the 85cc Division, Simmons enjoyed a flawless run, w…

Digicel and Gnosis reach out to Women’s Resource Centre

April 17, 2023

Digicel Business has partnered with technology consultant Gnosis to keep the Women’s Resource Centre connected with a donation of high speed, reliable FibreX high speed internet.
Digicel Business said…

James Sellick joins Appleby team in dispute resolution

April 17, 2023

Appleby Bermuda has added James Sellick, a seasoned UK advocate, to its expanding dispute resolution team.
The firm said Mr Sellick is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and has signif…

Rockal Evans helps team Matador to second straight Gold Cup win

April 17, 2023

Rockal Evans and his fellow crew aboard Matador continued their dominance in the TP52 class in New South Wales, Australia, at the weekend.
The reigning champions won Act 2 of the Pallas Capital TP52 …

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‘Vile monster’ jailed for 35 years for sexually abusing sisters

April 17, 2023

A “vile and cruel monster” who committed a series of sex acts on two young sisters has been jailed for 35 years.
Locksley Cummings will spend at least 17-and-a-half years behind bars before he is elig…

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Review: BMDS’ 17th Annual Playwriting Festival

April 17, 2023

[Written by Dale Butler] 21 years is a long time to sustain the interest of playwrights who have the task of setting the background, revealing a plot, and resolving the issue presented on a stage with “no children, no music, simple props and no helicopters.” Since its inception in 2002, over 350 scripts have been […]

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BZS & CBA Work On STEM Signature Learning

April 17, 2023

Over the past academic year, the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] has been working closely with CedarBridge Academy [CBA] and the Ministry of Education to introduce students to concepts in STEM [Science, Technology, Engineering & Math] in support of the new Signature Learning Reform. A spokesperson said, “This new vision for education, currently underway in the […]

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Yael Selfin To Present Global Economic Outlook

April 17, 2023

KPMG announced that Yael Selfin, Chief Economist at KPMG in the UK, will deliver a keynote speech during the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce’s AGM & Luncheon on Thursday [April 20] at the Hamilton Princess Hotel. A spokesperson said, “Yael’s keynote presentation will provide an overview of KPMG’s 2023 Global Economic Outlook and its implications for […]

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Appleby Bermuda Welcomes James Sellick

April 17, 2023

Appleby Bermuda has welcomed seasoned UK advocate, James Sellick, to its expanding Dispute Resolution team. A spokesperson said, “James is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and has significant experience with general civil litigation and, more specifically, judicial review proceedings. “Prior to joining Appleby as an Associate, James practised as a Barrister in England […]

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Ministry: 31 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday

April 17, 2023

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [April 17], with the list indicating that there are ten bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 10 runs cancelled this morning, 21 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

AGM to hear how global economy will impact Bermuda

April 17, 2023

The anticipated global outlook from a leading consulting economist at the Chamber of Commerce AGM Thursday will include her take on how the world’s economic challenges might impact Bermuda.
This, from…

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Women’s History menu pays off for Women’s Resource Centre

April 17, 2023

The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has donated $3,000 to the Women’s Resource Centre in celebration of Women’s History Month in March.
The funds were raised from sales at the hotel’s Crown & …

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March Public Service Excellence Award 2023

April 17, 2023

Last Friday (April 14), Premier David Burt and the Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns recognised the Department of Child & Family Services’ Solution-Focused Advocacy Training (SFAC) Committee as the recipients of the March Public Service Excellence Award.

As the community is aware, the Government of Bermuda’s PSEA recognizes Public Officers who are demonstrating admirable service delivery. Each month an individual or team is selected for their significant accomplishments in the last 60 days.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Certificates

April 17, 2023

The Ministry of Health advises residents needing a copy of their COVID-19 vaccination certificate can request a copy from the Department of Health’s Program on Immunization by emailing: immunizationrequest@gov.bm.

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Drivers warned against failing to stop for police

April 17, 2023

The number of drivers who fail to stop for police officers when required has increased, according to the Bermuda Police Service.
A spokesman said three people were arrested for speeding away from and …

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Hamilton Princess Donates $3,000 To WRC

April 17, 2023

Following its March Women’s History Month promotion, Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has donated $3,000 to the Women’s Resource Centre [WRC]. A spokesperson said, “The funds were raised from sales at the hotel’s Crown & Anchor restaurant, where female team members designed a Women’s History Month menu to benefit the charity. “The Women’s Month menu […]

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“Persons On Motorcycles Failing To Stop”

April 17, 2023

Over the past week the Bermuda Police Service said they have “seen an uptick in persons on motorcycles failing to stop, evading police and travelling at excessive speeds.” A spokesperson said, “There were three such incidents on Thursday evening alone. These incidents which are dangerous to all involved, are of great concern. Subjects later arrested […]

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Govt Advisory: Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate

April 17, 2023

The Ministry of Health is advising “residents needing a copy of their Covid-19 vaccination certificate can request a copy from the Department of Health’s Program on Immunization by emailing: immunizationrequest@gov.bm.” “If you already have a valid Covid-19 vaccination certificate that shows you are fully immunized [2 doses], there is no need to get a new […]

Retail launch for Digiroo this week

April 17, 2023

Digiroo, the local product invented by Bermudian Antonia Holder to help children practice safer screen time, will celebrate an official launch Thursday at A.F. Smith.
The patented, ergonomically desig…

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DigiRoo To Hold Official Retail Launch Event

April 17, 2023

A party celebrating the official retail launch of a new product, invented by Bermudian mom, Antonia Holder and designed to help children practice safer screen time, will be happening this week on Thursday, April 20th. Taking place at A.F. Smith, the event will mark the first time the DigiRoo – a patented, ergonomically designed electronic […]

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Covid vaccine certificates available from Health Department

April 17, 2023

Residents needing a copy of their Covid-19 vaccination certificate can request it from the Department of Health.
The Ministry of Health issued an advisory saying that the certificates are available vi…

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New images of hotel plans set to be released next week

April 17, 2023

Images that better show planned tourism and residential units at the Fairmont Southampton are expected to be released next week, developers announced.
Westend Properties highlighted that sketches incl…

Pinky’s closes for upgrades

April 17, 2023

Pinky’s, the Middle Road, Devonshire Drive through restaurant, just opened in February after extended delays, has closed again for upgrades, the company said today.
A statement said the restaurant wil…

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RA invites public’s input on setting Belco retail tariff

April 17, 2023

The Regulatory Authority is inviting the public to provide input to a report assessing what customers should be liable to pay for on their Belco electricity bill.
The public can now provide comment on…

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Hawley Pleased With 5th Place In Missouri

April 17, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Erica Hawley says she is “proud” of her fifth-place finish in a strong elite women’s field in the Americas Triathlon Cup in Saint Peters, Missouri this weekend. Hawley completed the sprint-distance race – 750-metre swim, 20-kilometre bike and 5km run – in 1hr 2min 13sec, with splits of 10:24, 32:14 and […]

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2023 Kappa Classic Sunday Finals Results

April 17, 2023

The 2023 Kappa Classic concluded at the National Sports Center, with the always popular event seeing youth footballers in action. Under 9 Girls: BHS Basiliks 0 Warwick Academy 2 Warwick Academy won the battle of the school’s final defeating BHS Basiliks 2 – 0. Under 13 Girls: Warwick Academy 1 BFLA 1 BFLA would win […]

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Jamaica Defeat Bermuda In Women’s Football

April 17, 2023

Bermuda’s Under 20 Women’s National Team took to the Estadio Nacional Stadium in Managua, Nicaragua to face Jamaica in their second CONCACAF Women’s Under-20 Championship Qualifying match. After a scoreless first half, Bermuda found themselves down 1 – 0 in the 47th minute when Shaneil Buckley scored from a distance, and in stoppage time Jamaica […]

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Video & Results: Women’s Basketball League

April 17, 2023

The Bermuda Women’s 3 on 3 Basketball League and Tournament got underway this past weekend and Olympian Jenaya Wade-Fray and college star Erica Woods were among the players in action. On de Bounce finished the day undefeated, while Lethal Ladies and The Kool Rockets both won once and fell once, and the Bucket Baby’s ended […]

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Trott & Dailey Claim Top Honours In Race

April 17, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Sean Trott continued his fine form with his third straight win after claiming victory in the RenaissanceRe Ten-Mile Challenge on Sunday [April 16]. Trott, who won the Lindo’s to Lindo’s 10K Run last month and the PHC One Mile Road Race last weekend, finished in 56min 26sec. Thomas Mills came second […]

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Pinky’s Temporarily Closes For Upgrades

April 17, 2023

Pinky’s drive thru in Devonshire will close temporarily starting today [April 17] in order to make upgrades, and when they reopen in May “customers can look forward to expanded menu and services including an order-ahead restaurant menu, opening of the take-0ut area with coffeeshop and buffet.” A spokesperson said, “Starting Monday April 17, Pinky’s will […]

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Softball Bermuda League Competition Results

April 17, 2023

Softball Bermuda commenced its League competition on Monday 10th April. Rain postponed the first two nights with play starting in earnest on Wednesday 12th April. Member teams increased from 22 last season to 28 teams in this current season with games scheduled Monday through Thursday with start times of 6pm, 7:30pm and 9pm. In A […]

Matt Francis relieves the agony of the feet

April 17, 2023

Podiatrist Matt Francis has opened a new clinic with a particular focus on the feet of diabetic patients.
After working in the industry for more than a decade, Mr Francis went out on his own to open …

Bank searches for elusive software solution

April 17, 2023

The frustrated, and in some cases outright profane, complaints lodged against Butterfield Bank continued through social media into the weekend, as the leading financial institution struggled to comple…

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Legal action threatened over claims of illegal activity by Cash App

April 17, 2023

A US money transfer company that is setting up a Bermuda office has been accused of fraud, creating false accounts and failing to comply with financial regulations, according to media reports.
But the…

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More than 2,500 sign petition against hotel plans

April 17, 2023

An online petition calling for the redevelopment of the Fairmont Southampton hotel to be scaled back has attracted more than 2,500 signatories.
The petition, launched on the change.org website on Frid…

Lithium Ventures named the winner of pitch competition

April 17, 2023

Ben Doherty, founder of web3 community management platform Lithium Ventures was named the winner of Penrose Partners’ pitch tech competition.
The competition was held virtually, as part of the Fourth …

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6-Year-Old Asks For Donations Instead Of Gifts

April 17, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] A six-year-old girl asked her friends to donate to a local charity rather than buy her presents for her recent sixth birthday. Shivya Arun Konaru, from Sandys, raised $350 for WindReach Bermuda, which offers therapeutic and educational experiences at its outdoor centre in Warwick. The money went towards buying groceries for […]

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Homeless man pleads guilty to stealing from workman’s club

April 17, 2023

A man who stole more than $2,000 from a members club has been referred to a court treatment programme.
Dwayne Hassan, 30, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to stealing the money from Hamilton Parish …

K’Xiyae Gibbons sent off in ugly scenes after final whistle as Under-20s lose to Jamaica

April 17, 2023

Bermuda 0 Jamaica
There were ugly scenes after the final whistle at the Women’s Under-20 Concacaf Qualifiers when Bermuda’s K’xiyae Gibbons was sent off after a confrontation with the Jamaica team.
Gi…

‘Football on the island is definitely the game of choice by far’

April 16, 2023

The Kappa Classic again lived up the expectations as thousands flocked to the National Sports Centre to witness young footballers aged seven to 15 showcase their budding talents on the big stage.
A to…

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Saturday Miami flight aborted

April 16, 2023

Yesterday’s American Airlines flight from Miami was aborted after the aircraft developed mechanical problems.
Flight AA2832 was scheduled to leave just before 7pm and land in Bermuda at 10.30pm.
But p…

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SFAC Committee Earns Excellence Award

April 16, 2023

The Department of Child & Family Services’ Solution-Focused Advocacy Training [SFAC] Committee — Dr. Zina Zuill, Dr. Annisha Peets, Terri-Lynn Richardson, Maureen Trew, Simone Romaine, Shaydrina Hassell and Lisa Talbot — won the Public Service Excellence Award for March. A spokesperson said, “Last Friday [April 14], Premier David Burt and the Head of the Public Service, Dr. […]

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Dillas, Cox & Perry Win Golf Match Play

April 16, 2023

The final matches of the Bermuda Match Play Championships were played today [April 16] at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “The Men’s Champion was Jarryd Dillas who managed to defend his title by defeating Damian Palanyandi on the 18th hole. “In the Ladies Championship Division, former Match Play Champion, Ebonie Cox beat her opponent Tracy […]

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BRCC Ronde Van Sint George Race Results

April 16, 2023

The Bermuda Rouleurs Cycle Club [BRCC] held the Ronde van Sint George criterium cycling race this morning [April 16]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Rouleurs Cycle Club [BRCC] successfully organized the latest edition of the Ronde van Sint George criterium cycling race this morning, which was sanctioned by the Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA]. Renowned for […]

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Weather Forecast For Monday April 17

April 16, 2023

Monday, April 17 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 6:48am and sunset will be at 7:50pm. […]

Arch continues commitment to decarbonisation

April 16, 2023

Arch Capital Group Ltd., the publicly listed Bermuda exempted company, has released its 2022 sustainability reports including the 2022 Sustainability Report, Sustainability Accounting Standards Board,…