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Fairmont Southampton is hosting its groundbreaking ceremony this morning [Nov 13]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Chris Maybury On Fairmont SDO Financing Closes For Fairmont Renovations Business Leaders Explain Support For SDO BHA On Fairmont Southampton Redevelopment Over 1,000 Sign Petition […]

The deadline for nominations for Bermuda’s next National Hero has been extended to Friday, November 15th. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that the nomination deadline to choose Bermuda’s next National Hero has been extended to Friday, November 15, 2024. “The public can visit: https://forms.gov.bm/Bermuda-National-Hero-Nomination to submit their recommendation. “The public will be […]

Connor Hupman, Noah Maranzana, and Katherine Wheddon contributed to a successful start to the 2024-25 varsity season for the Baylor School swim team, as they secured victories over Concord Christian School [CCS] and Montgomery Bell Academy [MBA] at the Baylor School Natatorium. The Baylor men’s team dominated both opponents, defeating MBA 145-35 and CCS 146-29. […]

Zemira Webb and the Southern University women’s soccer team won the Southwestern Athletic Conference [SWAC] championship title with a 1-0 victory over Texas Southern University. Taylor Henry scored the game’s lone goal in the 16th minute, assisted by Alyssa Romero. Southern University’s defense held Texas Southern scoreless for the remainder of the match, securing the […]

The Comet Class Winter Series continued in Sy George’s Harbour, with Allan Frith and his crew Sarah Frith claiming victory. Maxwell Curtis and Wesley Tucker secured second place with six points, and Gladwin Lambert and Greg Proctor claimed third place with seven points. Comet Class Winter Series Race Day Two 05 Allan Frith & Sarah Frith 06 […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features scenic views of the west end, with a blue sky, white beach, and lush green trees. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status […]

November 12 saw 10,150 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $370,475.00 BD. 10,150 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up even at $36.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,526.08, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 53 remained unchanged. The full report for […]

“The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] conducted proactive patrols island wide and responded to various calls for service, during the Remembrance Day holiday weekend,” the police said. A police spokesperson said, “However, there were no major incidents of anti-social behaviour reported. Of note, from 5pm Friday, 8th November until 5am Tuesday, 12th November 2024, a total of […]

The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] says that it expresses its “support for several ambitious initiatives outlined in the recent Throne Speech” and added that “urgent action is needed to stem the tide of rising healthcare costs” and also noted that pension reform is “another growing concern.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Public Services Union […]

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation, measured at 3.4% in July, the overall volume of retail sales index decreased 1.5% when compared to July 2023, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the July 2024 Retail Sales Index publication. […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour reported a 1.9% year-over-year increase in the Consumer Price Index [CPI] for July 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics’ July 2024 Consumer Price Index. “In summary, consumers paid 1.9 per cent more in July 2024 than they did […]

[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] The recent passing of Canon James Francis, marks a milestone of a ‘Life Well Lived’. He grew up in the A.M.E. Church in Bermuda and in the 1961 went off to Wilberforce University – an AME school in Ohio– to pursue a degree in Divinity. When he graduated, he […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 12] include notification of planning applications registered. List of Planning Applications Advertised on November 12, 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1010/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 12 November, 2024 The applications shown below are available for […]

The Great Sound provided a thrilling battleground for young sailors as the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club hosted the 2024 Bermuda Optimist & National championships. 2024 Bermuda Optimist & National Championships Leaderboard 15.0 Miguel Power 31.0 Thomas Mcbain 31.0 Nina Gotfredsen 43.0 Harry Brown 50.0 Evan Davis 65.0 James Ganal 66.0 Rory Savage 72.0 Noah Amaradasa […]

Premier David Burt and Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert are holding a press conference this afternoon [Nov 12] to discuss the recently announced Throne Speech initiatives. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Live Video & Updates: 2024 Throne Speech […]

The 593.7 foot cruise ship MS Insignia is paying a visit to St. George’s, featuring a guest capacity of 670 people. The Oceania Cruises website says, “The better-than-new Insignia blends sophistication with a contemporary flair to create a casually elegant ambiance that embodies the most treasured elements of our celebrated ships. “Every surface of every […]

The Thomas College men’s soccer team secured the 2024 North Atlantic Conference championship title with a 2 – 0 victory over the SUNY Delhi Broncos. Four Bermudian players – Cody Robinson, Isaiah Francis, Tre Burgess, and Joshua Joseph – played crucial roles in the Thomas College championship triumph. Robinson ignited the Thomas College offense early, […]

The Bermuda Football Association announced the Senior Men’s National Team selection for the upcoming 2024 Concacaf Nations League [CNL] 4.0 November window. The team will travel to Santiago, Dominican Republic, on Tuesday, November 12th, to face Antigua and Barbuda and the Dominican Republic in two crucial matches. Coach Michael Findlay expressed his thoughts about the team’s […]

Donavan Burgess has been named a 2024 Emerging Leader Award recipient, awarded to young professionals that “exhibit exceptional attributes and great potential to lead and shape the future of professional liability.” A spokesperson said, “The Professional Liability Underwriting Society [PLUS] proudly announced the recipients of the prestigious 2024 Emerging Leader Award, a distinguished recognition that […]

Planet Math Bermuda said they must leave their current location, and said as ”we work to secure a new home, we invite anyone with access to a centrally located space suitable for educational use—with several rooms that could serve as classrooms—to consider partnering with us to support our mission.” A spokesperson said, “Planet Math Bermuda is […]

Bermudian professional boxer Tyler Christopher continues to advance in and out of the ring as he expands his coaching qualifications with an England Boxing Safeguarding and Protecting Children certificate. Christopher, who has a perfect record of nine wins, is helping train amateurs at the D&A Boxing School of Excellence in Stirchley, Birmingham, where he also hones […]

SiriusPoint appointed Anthony Shapella as Group Chief Underwriting Officer and David Govrin to focus on Global Reinsurance, effective January 1, 2025. A spokesperson said, “SiriusPoint Ltd.  a global specialty insurer and reinsurer, has today announced changes to its Chief Underwriting Office leadership to support plans for further growth and profitability in 2025. “From January 1, […]

Enstar  announced that one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries has entered into an adverse development cover [ADC] reinsurance agreement with certain subsidiaries of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. A spokesperson said, “Under the terms of the agreement, Enstar’s subsidiary will provide $75 million of limit in excess of the existing $160 million ADC reinsurance coverage provided to […]

Three Bermudian archers participated in the Amateur League Belgium Icenation online competition, testing their skills in the recurve – 18m distance category. Robin Selley delivered a strong performance, securing first place with a score of 538. Jamie Fraser followed in second place with a score of 472, while Braeden Fraser finished third, recording a score […]