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Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward provided an update on Economic Recovery Plans in the House of Assembly today [Dec 9], speaking on economic diversification, partial guarantee mortgage programme, infrastructure investment, expanding the resident population, establishing a minimum wage, healthcare, regulatory framework and more. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, the Economic Recovery […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dashun Cooper has started the next chapter in his football coaching career after joining Premier League side Crystal Palace as a goalkeeper coach at their Development Centre. Cooper, 29, will work with goalkeepers aged 9 to 13 at the Development Centre, based at Kent County Cricket Club and Coombe Wood School […]

Buy Back Bermuda, a collaborative initiative between the Bermuda Audubon Society and the Bermuda National Trust, announces a “$1.5 million campaign to create a public nature reserve at the recently acquired 10 acres in Southampton, and to maintain it and other Buy Back Bermuda nature reserves for the enjoyment of all.” A spokesperson said, “Buy […]

The Department of Marine and Ports is advising the public that “the Rockaway ferry stop is closed effective immediately due to a default with the ramp.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Port Services has advised that the Rockaway ferry stop is closed effective immediately due to a default with the ramp. […]

A procedure developed by Bermuda Hospitals Board nurses was presented at the British Geriatrics Society Autumn Conference on 17 November. A spokesperson said, “It will be published in the Society’s Age and Ageing Journal in a few months. The abstract, ‘A Novel Pressure Injury Care Bundle for Dependent Patients with Pressure Injuries in Bermuda’, details a […]

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade continued competing in the Boccia World Championships, advancing to the tournament’s quarter-finals. In her third group stage match of the competition, DeSilva-Andrade defeated Katerina Curinova from the Czech Republic 4 – 1, advancing to the quarter-finals. Coach Troy Farnsworth said, “DeSilva-Andrade played well and handled the pressure well considering it was a do […]

Asia-Leigh Hollis continued competing in the Florida State Championship 2022 Junior Circuit. She matched up against Lander Unai Etchegaray from Mexico in their final match-up and claimed the win in a straight sets victory 4-3, 4-2. Hollis was named the first-ever Florida State Junior Circuit Champion, as she she entered two of the three tournaments […]

The Bermuda round of the newly introduced CEA “Mini” Challenge as well as the CEA Regional Dressage Challenge will be held on Saturday 10th December at the National Equestrian Centre. A spokesperson said, “These competitions are unique in that riders from CEA membered countries are provided an opportunity to compete against other countries without the expense […]

The Bermuda Volleyball Association’s Junior National Program will be sending four teams to compete in the Florida Holiday Challenge on December 10 and December 11. A spokesperson said, “This is a two-day, USA Volleyball sanctioned event, with 166 teams currently registered. The tournament will take place at the Daytona Beach Ocean Center and represents the […]

A newly published book by Bermudian Marion Minors entitled “Young Warrior’s Devotional Coloring Book” is now available. A spokesperson said, “Seasoned church youth leader Elder Marion Minors believes that children today need more than just Bible stories to stand in their faith in God. Instead, they need inspiration designed to encourage them to develop a […]

Appleby Bermuda advised ARC Ltd, a long-standing client, on its first parametric insurance product against high-impact epidemic risks. A spokesperson said, “The insurance product will provide parametric insurance to African Union [AU] member states for three selected pathogens responsible for Ebola virus disease, Marburg virus disease, and Meningitis. Senegal will become the first African country […]

The average cost of fruit juices went up 24.4%, ice cream went up 21.1%, frozen entries went up 20.9% and bread went up 19.4% on a year to year basis, while on a month to month basis, the average cost of ice cream increased by 17.4%, red grapes went up 16.8% and lettuce went up […]

After impressing attendees at a recent conference, Karen Grant Simmons has been asked to serve on the Special Projects Committee of the Caribbean Nurses Organization. A spokesperson said, “Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute [MWI] is being recognised as a leader in providing remote mental health services among islands in the Caribbean region. “In November, Karen Grant Simmons, director […]

Butterfield has been named Bank of the Year 2022 in Bermuda by The Banker, an international financial affairs publication. “The Banker, owned by the Financial Times, has been the world’s leading monthly journal of record for the banking industry for almost a century. Its awards programme aims to highlight industry excellence and marks out banks […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 8] include boards appointments, acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. Appointments :- Bermuda Airport Authority Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN1141/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 08 December 2022 The Minister of Transport is […]

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] As a parent, there’s nothing better this time of year than taking your kid to meet Santa. It’s the magic of the season and the innocence that gets me every single time. Add in a holiday-themed tea and you have a fun afternoon. Over the weekend, I took my youngest son, […]

Due to the high winds forecast for Saturday night [Dec 10], the City of Hamilton advises the public that the City Christmas Boat Parade will now take place on Sunday evening [Dec 11]. A spokesperson said, “Gusts upwards of 40 knots are anticipated and as a measure of precaution for both spectators and the participating boats, the wise decision […]

The police have confirmed the death of 71-year-old Malston Iris, which marks the island’s 9th road traffic fatality of the year. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the death of 71-year-old Malston Iris, Bermuda’s ninth road fatality of 2022, and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. “Mr. […]

The 2023 Carnival in Bermuda will be held from June 16 – 19, and the organisers said they are working hard to make it “another epic experience.” A spokesperson said, “This year, after a two year hiatus, the Bermuda Mas Bands Association [BMBA] and carnival stakeholders were able to facilitate and reintroduce the return of […]

The Cabinet Office is advising that the application process is currently open for those wishing to serve on Government boards and committees. A Government spokesperson said, “Government boards and committees play an important role in the community by ensuring good governance. “Expression of Interest [EOI] forms are now available on the Government website and can […]

The U.S. Consulate General has launched the next Study With ‘US’ campaign video, spotlighting Bermudian students currently attending U.S. colleges and universities, as well as Bermudian alumni of U.S institutions, with the second video featuring Nadir Wade. A spokesperson said, “The campaign reinforces the longstanding educational exchange ties between the United States and Bermuda and highlights […]

This Saturday, December 10th, the Year 13 students at Warwick Academy are holding a Second Hand shop as they raise funds for their prom. “There is a huge selection of clothes for all ages and sizes. Entrance off Morgan Road and please bring your own bags and cash,” a spokesperson said. Related Stories Bermudian Seeks […]

Saltus has announced that additional scholarships have been made available for the 2023-24 school year, through a generous commitment from the Green Family. A spokesperson said, “This additional funding was made possible in response to the success of the existing Saltus Green Scholarship Programme as well as in response to the current economic climate for […]

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade continued competing in the Boccia World Championships in Brazil, making a strong showing on the second day of action to defeat Kinga Kaza from Poland — who is the number 6th ranked player in the world — by a score of 5 – 1. Coach Troy Farnsworth said, “She played a great match and […]