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The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] has just released the public feedback collected from Bermuda residents during the consultation period for the Blue Prosperity Plan, a strategy to holistically manage and protect Bermuda’s ocean. A spokesperson said, The Blue Prosperity Plan is an investment in Bermuda’s most valuable resource, its ocean environment. This strategy aims […]

West Hamilton Holdings Limited has “entered into an agreement and plan of merger with Princess West Limited which will result in the sale of 69 and 71 Pitts Bay Road, representing approximately 86 percent of the Company’s property assets. The filing said, “In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange West Hamilton Holdings Limited, is […]

14-year-old Jackson Langley put on a dominant performance in Sarasota, Florida on Saturday to claim victory in the Youth Elite Male Category at the Sarasota-Bradenton Triathlon. A spokesperson said, “His teammate, Jacob Wright also claimed a top ten finish in the USA triathlon series event. This is the second weekend of racing in the US […]

“One could surmise that the PLP does not care one bit about the schoolchildren, teachers, businesses and those living around the power station who are subject to the unhealthy emissions of BELCO,” Nicky Gurret, the OBA candidate for Constituency 18 Pembroke West Central said. Ms Gurret said, “I say this is because the PLP is […]

“I want to take this opportunity to join the community in expressing my support for the recently held ‘Gombey Unity Link Up’, which was an amazing event,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Senator Owen Darrell said, adding that he wants to “publicly extend my appreciation to all our Gombey Troupes for coming together in […]

Daniel Phillips has begun competing in the J200 Santo Domingo International Tennis Tournament. In his first round match, Phillips took on Gil Sierra Robinson from the Dominican Republic. Phillips advanced after defeating Robinson in straight sets 6-0, 6-0.

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt and Minister for Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert will meet with members of Age Concern on March 16 “on matters specific to our seniors.” A Government spokesperson said, “As part of the Government’s continued outreach regarding the 2023/24 Budget, Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt will […]

Bermuda has been visited by a number of tall ships in recent weeks, with the Pelican of London, Thor Heyerdahl, Sorlandet, Thalassa, and Eye of the Wind each making an appearance in the island’s waters. For all of our coverage of tall ships in Bermuda, click here. Click to enlarge photos:

[Written by Stephen Wright] When Bermuda footballer Liam Evans returned home after graduating from university, it soon became apparent his dream job as a strength and conditioning coach did not exist on the island. His solution to the dilemma was simple: create the position yourself. Evans had developed a passion for the physical side of […]

Kaden Hopkins and his Vendee U Cycling teammates won the Tour des 4B Sud Charente. Hopkins teammate Nicola Marcerou won the fourth edition of the Tour des 4B Sud Charente [National Elite], contested over 151.1 kilometers around Brossac [Charente] clocking a time of 3:39:48. He was ahead of Oliver Knight [AVC Aix-en-Provence] and Maxime Jarnet […]

The Premier has “tabled amendments to the Gaming Act” and the Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet Office “introduced further legislation in support of the redevelopment of the Fairmont Southampton,” the Government said this evening. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt has tabled amendments to the Gaming Act as […]

“It is about unity….tonight we dance as one culture,” a Gombey leader said as all the island’s troupes gathered for the ‘Gombey Unity’ event earlier this month, making their way through Hamilton as they celebrated unity and a Bermudian tradition that has stood the test of time for centuries. Due to the historic nature of all of the island’s troupes […]

Bermuda’s William Frith placed 3rd in the US Junior Squash Bronze Tournament held in Norwalk, Connecticut. The 13-year-old won his first round match in three consecutive games, but faced tougher competition in the semi-final match versus the eventual winner of the Boys Under 15 division. In the Playoff match for 3rd place, Frith had a decisive […]

The Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Primary School Preliminaries took place at the National Sports Center Flora Duffy Stadium. Aalirah Daniels from Harrington Sound clocked the fastest under 10 girls 200 meter dash time clocking a time of 31.39, while Naomi Macguinness from the Warwick Academy clocked the fastest under 10 girls 800 Meter race with […]

The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] Annual Report 2022 has been released, highlighting the use of the Public Access to Information [PATI] Act. A spokesperson said, “The Information Commissioner’s 2022 Annual Report is available to the public, after being tabled in the House of Assembly this morning. The report summarises the use of the Public Access to […]

Bermuda dressage rider Robin Stempel has successfully achieved the requisite qualifying scores to participate in the 2023 North American Youth Championship [NAYC]. A spokesperson said, “Riding Rossano Royal 2 at the Bruce’s Field Dressage held in Aiken South Carolina on 18th and 19th February, Robin scored 67.3% in the both the Team Test and the […]

Andesha Busby has joined the Bermuda Government Land Valuation Department as the Designate Valuer. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to announce that Ms Andesha Busby, the 2016 recipient of the Government’s four-year bursary award and member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors [RICS], recently joined the Bermuda Government […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 13] include notification of planning applications registered and acting appointments. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on March 13, 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0248/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 13 March 2023 The applications shown […]

The Department of Health’s Environmental Health Section is advising the public that “if you have noticed increased rodent activity on your property, to please contact Vector Control for assistance at 278-5397″ and provided tips to help with ”controlling the population of rodents in your neighborhood.” A Government spokesperson said, “Vector Inspectors will conduct a property assessment, […]

Tuesday, March 14 is expected to see cloudy early rain/showers turn to a few blustery showers, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 14°C/58°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at […]