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Nahki Wells scores again as Bristol City pour more misery on struggling West Brom

October 18, 2022

Nahki Wells struck his seventh goal of the season to help Bristol City clinch a 2-0 victory away to struggling West Brom in the Sky Bet Championship on Tuesday night.
City started brightly and were al…

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New Offshore Wind Feasibility Study Released

October 18, 2022

“A 60MW offshore wind farm could generate up to 40% of Bermuda’s electricity,” according to a new study released by Greenrock into Offshore Wind Feasibility. A spokesperson said, “After completing an independent review of work carried out to date a few months ago, Greenrock is pleased to announce the release of an Offshore Wind detailed […]

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Ebbin Appointed As BHB Chief Financial Officer

October 18, 2022

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced that Arthur Ebbin Jr has been appointed as its chief financial officer [CFO]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] today announces that Arthur Ebbin Jr, BBA, CPA, has been appointed as its chief financial officer [CFO], replacing Bill Shields, who is leaving at the beginning of November. The CFO […]

Bank share price lower on NYSE

October 18, 2022

The RG/BSX Index closed down 9.13 points (0.36 per cent) to 2,492.47 as one issue traded on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
BFM Ltd fell $1 (4.5 per cent) to $21 on trading of 800 shares.
On the New York …

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Wind farms could save millions of dollars in energy costs – study

October 18, 2022

An offshore wind farm cold generate savings of between $15.8m and $17.9m per year according to a feasibility study.
According to an independent review conducted by BVG Associates and released by envir…

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Jury clears Zane DeSilva and daughter over Covid-19 party

October 18, 2022

A Government MP and his daughter were today both found not guilty of charges related to a party held in the midst of the pandemic.
After more than three hours of deliberations, a Supreme Court jury fo…

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Police undergo specialist training in fatal road crash investigations

October 18, 2022

Seventeen police officers have completed a UK course on the investigation fatal road traffic accidents.
Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell said that the Bermuda Police Service last week hosted UK trainer…

Genting JPLs update as liquidation proceeds

October 18, 2022

The joint provisional liquidators of a Bermudian-based tourism group have provided an update on the organisation’s business operations.
Bermudian-based Alex Whittaker, of R&H Services Limited in H…

Carnival refinances with $1.25bn note offer

October 18, 2022

Carnival Holdings (Bermuda) Limited, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc, has commenced a private offering of $1.25 billion of senior priority notes due 2028.
The notes will be fully and un…

Lockton Re builds on global cyber platform

October 18, 2022

Lockton Re, the global reinsurance business of the world’s largest privately held independent insurance broker, has appointed Oliver Brew in a new role as Cyber Practice Leader in London.
Keith Harris…

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Arthur Ebbin appointed as BHB’s new chief financial officer

October 18, 2022

The Bermuda Hospitals Board has appointed Arthur Ebbin as its new chief financial officer.
Reporting to the chief executive, president and board of the BHB, Mr Ebbin replaces Bill Shields who is leav…

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Study shows ‘increasingly favourable’ environment for hurricane growth

October 18, 2022

The waters off the US East Coast have become more favourable for hurricane development, according to a recent study.
The study, published this week in the journal Geophysical Research Letters, showed …

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Football: Young Men Social Club Defeat BAA

October 18, 2022

Young Men Social Club came away with a 3 – 0 win over BAA at the BAA Field, to go to the top of the First Division Standings. Nigel Williams opened the scoring in the 17th minute giving Young Men Social Club the lead, N’Zyah Edwards doubled the Young Men Social Club lead in the […]

Hurricane Ian could dampen investor appetite for cat bonds

October 18, 2022

Capital unable to get significant returns from ILS investment could bolt for greener pastures, a Fitch Ratings assessment has determined.
The report says the fallout from Hurricane Ian could test the …

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BTA aims to extend life of Front Street container visitor hub

October 18, 2022

The Bermuda Tourism Authority is seeking to extend the existence of a Front Street visitor hub that cost $1.3 million and was due to be removed next February – less than four years after it opened.
It…

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White & Millington Win BRCC Criterium Divisions

October 18, 2022

The Bermuda Bicycle Association hosted the BRCC Criterium in the City of Hamilton. In the open division, Conor White rode to victory with a time of 40:54.267, Steven Smith finished second 1 lap down with a time of 42:03.579, Steven Millington was third with a time of 42:06.020. Charlotte Millington won the women’s division with […]

Michael Parsons confident of securing first professional win at Fight Night Champion

October 18, 2022

Michael Parsons is confident his hands will do the talking as he attempts to land his first win as a professional boxer on Saturday night.
Parsons is set to do battle with Jamaican Gregory Miller in a…

Former national coach Keith Tucker inducted into Howard University Hall of Fame

October 18, 2022

Keith Tucker has joined a distinguished group of athletes and coaches after being inducted into the Howard University Athletic Hall of Fame.
The former Bermuda coach was among a select group of induct…

Caribbean officials on island to make up for shortage of referees

October 18, 2022

Referees and officials from the Caribbean are helping to combat a lack of match officials on the island by taking charge of a number of matches in the Premier and First Division.
The Bermuda Football …

Apex Foundation to support grassroots charitable projects

October 18, 2022

Apex Group Ltd, the Bermudian-based global financial services provider, has supported the launch of the not-for-profit Apex Foundation with a “considerable cornerstone donation” from company founder a…

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Lawyers clash over meaning of Blu party letter

October 18, 2022

Counsel for a government MP and his daughter said there was nothing to tie the words in a letter for a large group exemption to his clients.
Jerome Lynch, KC, told a Supreme Court jury that while the …

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Dickinson: ‘whoever earns the support of the delegates will have to unify our party’

October 18, 2022

PLP leadership challenger Curtis Dickinson has again railed against “dirty tricks” and “personal attacks”.
With the clock ticking down to Thursday’s Progressive Labour Party leadership vote, the form…

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Treat politicians – and each other – with civility: senator

October 18, 2022

A senator has called for the public to treat politicians – and each other – with civility after detailing the harassment she received throughout her political career.
Lindsay Simmons, the Junior Minis…

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Teenager pleads guilty to causing GBH by driving without due care

October 18, 2022

A teenager has pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm by driving his car without due care and attention.
John Doran, 19, from Devonshire, admitted the offence and injuring David Goonewardene…

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Cruise ship visits to increase for Hamilton but down in St George’s

October 18, 2022

Hamilton will benefit from a boost in cruise ship visits next year as the island expects a record number of cruise calls.
Last week Lawrence Scott, the Minister of Transport, said that the Government …

Bring your future-self into your ‘now’ decisions

October 18, 2022

Retirement might be a long way off for you, or it may be knocking on your door. Either way, your current self and your future self are inseparable; you cannot divorce or sack yourself; you are togethe…

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Field Hockey: Red Win, Robins & Grey Draw

October 17, 2022

The Bermuda Field Hockey Season resumed at the National Sports Center, with five goals scored in the two games. Robins 0 – Budgies Grey 0 In the first game of the weekend, the Robins and the Budgies Grey played to a scoreless draw. Ravens 2 – Budgies Red 3 In the second match of the […]

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Rolling For WindReach Is Back For A 3rd Year

October 17, 2022

Jessica Lewis, Bermuda’s three-time Paralympian, has partnered once again with WindReach Bermuda, to host the Rolling for WindReach challenge. A spokesperson said, “This year the event will be hybrid and take place October 30th – November 5th. Participants are invited to complete 22 miles of an activity of their choosing in support of WindReach’s Educational […]

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Boxer Adrian Roach Wins Fight In New York

October 17, 2022

[Written by Stephen Wright] Adrian Roach continued his boxing education after winning his amateur bout at the United States Military Academy West Point in New York on Saturday. The Bermudian, representing the Crandall University Boxing Chargers team, defeated southpaw Ryan Chi by a split decision in a super-welterweight contest to improve his record to 12 wins […]

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Carla Seely Column: Is Now A Time To Save?

October 17, 2022

[Written by Carla Seely] Is Now a Time to Save, or Should I Keep Spending? Unless you’ve been living in a remote cabin with no connection to the outside world, you’re probably aware of the looming concerns that most global economists and global leaders share. Their primary worries can be summed up in an unsettling pair […]

New insurers for the year rise to 56

October 17, 2022

The Bermuda Monetary Authority confirmed the registration of four insurers in September, taking this year’s number of new registrants to 56.
The BMA approved two class E insurers, AeBe ISA Ltd and Aga…

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30 Minute Video: Oct 17 ZBM Evening News

October 17, 2022

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 17 2022

October 17, 2022

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 17] include public notification, acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Appointment Of Jewish Marriage Officer Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0973/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 17 October 2022 Government Notice No. Appointment Of Jewish Marriage Officer Pursuant to the […]

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17 BPS Officers Complete Investigators Course

October 17, 2022

Between 10th and 14th October 2022, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] hosted UK trainers from Essex Police at Police Headquarters in Prospect, Devonshire. Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell [Tactical Operations] explained, “The instructors, Inspector Mark Fraser and Sergeant Kevin May, took BPS Roads Policing Unit officers plus Traffic Collision Investigators strategically through relatively new processes of […]

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Weather Forecast For Tuesday October 18

October 17, 2022

Tuesday, October 18 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 7.24am and sunset […]

Butterfield trades higher

October 17, 2022

The RG/BSX Index rose 67.04 (2.75 per cent) to 2,501.60 as two issues traded on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
West Hamilton Holdings Ltd was unchanged at $7.00 after 1,500 shares changed hands.
Bank of …

Joe Vieira buys waste and refuse removal business

October 17, 2022

Entrepreneur Joe Vieira has bought QRS, the waste and refuse removal business, from Island Waste Management Ltd.
A new company, QRS Ltd, has been formed.
Mr Vieira has owned and operated Joe Vieira Tr…

Apex Foundation to support grass roots charitable projects

October 17, 2022

Apex Group Ltd, the Bermudian-based global financial services provider, has supported the launch of the not-for-profit Apex Foundation with a “considerable cornerstone donation” from company founder a…

Dream Cruises Holding and Genting wound up

October 17, 2022

The Supreme Court of Bermuda has granted winding-up orders in respect of island-based Genting Hong Kong Limited and its indirect, non-wholly owned subsidiary Dream Cruises Holding Limited.
The orders …

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Ministry: 48 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday

October 17, 2022

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Oct 17] with the list indicating that there are sixteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 16 runs cancelled this morning, 32 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

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Bermuda Flag Football: Rhinos & Seahawks Win

October 17, 2022

The Bermuda Flag Football Winter League season resumed at the TN Tatem Middle School Field with a double-header that produced 143 points in the day. In the opener the Rhinos scored early and often defeating the Ravens 58 – 22. The Player of the Game for Rhinos was Reid Henderson with 7 passing touchdowns and […]

Leo Burgess hat-trick powers Ireland Rangers to big win in West End derby

October 17, 2022

Ireland Rangers continued their fine start to the First Division season after making light work of Somerset Eagles at White Hill Field last weekend.
The away side went with a convincing 5-2 win to mai…

Everest Insurance continues global expansion

October 17, 2022

Everest Insurance, the insurance division of Bermudian-based Everest Re Group Ltd, has expanded its European presence with the opening of branch offices in Paris and Düsseldorf.
Both are branches of E…

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Video: Horse & Pony Association Fall Show Results

October 17, 2022

The Bermuda Horse & Pony Association [BHPA] hosted its Fall Show at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. The Adult Equitation Champion was Michael Rodrigues, riding Koko Kanu, while the Adult Equitation Reserve Champion was Isabelle Pelletier, riding Kaid HZ. Tyler James, riding Cruise Control, was the Junior Equitation 15 – 18-year-old Champion, while […]

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Minister Weeks tours Westgate Correctional Facility

October 17, 2022

On Friday, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks joined Commissioner of Corrections Keeva Joell-Benjamin, her senior management team and the Prison Officer’s Association (POA) on a tour of the Westgate Correctional Facility.

Minister Weeks has committed to visiting the departments under the remit of the Ministry, with the aim of listening to, discussing and inviting feedback on the critical matters that are affecting the sections of the uniformed services.

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The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors Notice of Office Relocation

October 17, 2022

The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors would like to advise the public that starting October 17th, 2022, the Ministry Headquarters will be relocating to the 6th Floor Veritas Place, 65 Court Street, Hamilton HM12.

The office will be closed to the public from Monday, October 17th, through Wednesday, October 19th.

Telephone service and email are operational. Telephone: 444-2466 Email: msdshq@gov.bm

The Ministry would like to thank you for your patience during this time.

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Premier Attends Clyde Best Mural Ribbon Cutting

October 17, 2022

Premier David Burt attended the official ribbon cutting for the Clyde Best Mural Wall last week. In an online post, Premier Burt said, “It’s amazing to see what communities can accomplish when they come together. Last week I attended the official ribbon cutting for the Clyde Best Mural Wall and met with all the artists […]

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Nov 6: Bridal Suite Set To Host Wedding Show

October 17, 2022

Bridal Suite Bermuda will be hosting a ‘Love Wedding Marriage’ wedding show on Sunday, November 6 from 12.00pm to 5.00pm. The event poster says, “You are invited to attend wedding show of the year, Love Wedding Marriage, on November 6, 2022. $15 general entry, $30 for a seat at the fashion show. Location: top level […]

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Photos, Video & 360: HSBC Kids Clinics Event

October 17, 2022

The island’s budding young triathletes took part in the first of three HSBC Kids Triathlon Clinics at the North Field, National Sports Centre, on Sunday. The clinics — which will also run on the next two Sundays [October 23 and 30] — are part of the activities leading up to the World Triathlon Championship Series […]

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Bank and charity pair up for tree-planting project

October 17, 2022

Hundreds of trees will be planted in a three-year partnership between a financial institution and a preservation charity.
Clarien Bank announced that it will team up with the Bermuda National Trust to…