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[Updted] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Oct 6] with the list indicating that there are eleven bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 11 runs cancelled this morning, 38 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club recently promoted Maya Beckles from Activities Manger to the role of Director of Recreation. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Beckles oversees the hotel’s club membership, consisting of Exhale, Princess Beach Club, and Resort member programmes. In this role, Ms. Beckles manages member relations and activities; in addition to managing the team […]

Premier David Burt is holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 6] to discuss the recently announced duty and essential items relief. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister Hayward Press Conference Video: Government Press Conference Video: Government Hosts Town Hall Video: […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Rubber Tree Market in Warwick has undergone a revamp with its grand opening, featuring food, fun and entertainment, taking place on Saturday. Up to 20 vendors are expected to sell products such as jewellery, fruits and vegetables, snacks and Bermuda-made or inspired goods at the Warwick Post Office parking lot from […]

The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] today participated in the “Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy 2022” ceremony at its new headquarters facility at Exchange House, and also announced that it is launching a new initiative to increase investor resilience and to encourage sustainable finance with listed companies and trading members. A spokesperson said, “”The Ring […]

Bermuda Football Association announced several changes to the venue and schedule of upcoming football matches. A spokesperson said, “Please note the following changes to the schedule: “Devonshire Colts vs St. David’s on October 8, will be played at 7:00pm. “Ireland Rangers vs Southampton Rangers on Sunday October 9 will be played at SCC.” Time change […]

The North Field and Pavilion at the National Sports Centre will be closed from today [Oct 6] until Monday 17 October 2022, as it hosts the World Rugby Classic. A spokesperson said, “Therefore, walkers, joggers and all other recreational users will not have access to the 600m track, outdoor gym and surrounding grassy areas during […]

Bermudian golfers Michael Sims, Jarryd Dillas and Nicholas Jones have qualified for the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship. A spokesperson said, “They will now prepare to compete in Bermuda’s PGA TOUR event at Port Royal Golf Course, October 27-30. “The 36-hole Local Qualifier concluded at Port Royal Golf Course with Michael Sims, Jarryd Dillas and Nicholas […]

The Dudley Eve Cup Competition continued at the Devonshire Recreation Club with a double header which produced a total of six goals in 180 minutes of football. Dandy Town Hornets 1 – Hamilton Parish 4 Hamilton Parish came from behind to defeat the Dandy Town Hornets 4-1 to advance to the Dudley Eve semi-finals. Chemarl […]

Two suspects on a motorcycle “rode up to a group of men in the area of Spanish Point Park” where the ”pillion passenger reportedly brandished a firearm and pointed it at one of the men,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS] can confirm there was a firearms incident in […]

Kamau Leverock, Delray Rawlins and their Florida Scorpion teammates lost to the Stallions by 23 runs in their opening match of the Atlanta Open 2022. Florida Scorpions won the toss and elected to bowl, the Stallions scored 240/4 in their 20 overs, Sharjeel Kan was their top scorer with 91, while Oshane Thomas was the […]

Walkers law firm said they are “substantially growing” their business in Bermuda, with the law firm noting that it “has increased its headcount in Bermuda by 25% in the last 12 months as it expands to meet growing market demand.” A spokesperson said, “Walkers, the international law firm, is substantially growing its business in Bermuda as […]

A local couple and their friend donated gifts, including footballs, tennis balls and t-shirts, to a school in South Africa on their recent visit to the country. Chrissy Wetherhill, her husband Chris and friend Dai James headed to the North West Province on safari last month, travelling with 15 footballs, 50 tennis balls, 15 t-shirts, […]

Kahzi Sealey and his Christ School Men’s Cross Country teammates won the Asheville Christian Home Cross Country Meet 2022. Sealey completed the 5K distance in a time of 17:08.56, finishing 5th out of a field of 113 competitors. Sealey and his teammates finished with 21 points, the best score out of the 10 teams involved, […]

Police executed four search warrants and “packages containing the suspected controlled drug cannabis, along with approximately $10,000.00 BDA and U.S. currency” were seized, “jewellery believed to be acquired from the proceeds of crime” was also seized, three dogs were removed from one property, and “five persons have been arrested.” The police said, “On Monday, October 3rd, […]

Six young sailors — Nina Gotfredsen, Rory Savage, Dylan Menzies, Oliver Soares, Aiden Mahoney, and Trystan Hocking — will compete in the 2022 Optimist South American Championships in Brazil. SailBrasil.com reports, “tarting next Saturday (8th) the Clube do Rio de Janeiro will host one of the biggest competitions of the continent, which will count with […]

Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets tabled the National Sports Policy in the Senate today [Oct 5], with the policy having an aim to “raise the value of sport in Bermuda and increase participation and regional success.” A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards as the top ranked hotel in Bermuda within the Atlantic Islands category. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is pleased to report that it has been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards as the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda forward Kole Hall scored twice in Chester’s 4-0 win away at Hanley Town in the third-round qualifying of the FA Cup . Hall, who has recently recovered from injury, scored his first just seconds after coming on as a substitute in the 71st minute before adding his second in the […]

“Today, on World Teachers’ Day 2022, I want to celebrate all of our teachers who are instrumental in transforming education and the learning experiences of our young people.” said Minister of Education Diallo Rabain. “As reflected in the words of the late Maya Angelou, ‘I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 5] include acting appointments, trademark applications and notice of intended marriage. Commissioner Of Education Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0932/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Department of Education Publication date: 05 October 2022 Notice No. ___ Acting Appointment Commissioner Of Education Ministry Of Education Mr. […]

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 […]

Thursday, October 6 is expected to see plenty of sunshine after the chance of an early shower, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be […]