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Man in court for haul of stolen garments

December 27, 2024

A man who stole clothing from the English Sports Shop will be sentenced in Magistrates’ Court in March.
Sinclair Fox, 76, admitted stealing more than $1,000 worth of clothing from the store on Front S…

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CedarBridge Stem curriculum integrates gaming tech

December 27, 2024

CedarBridge Academy is integrating cutting-edge gaming technology programmes into its curriculum.
The school has linked up with Vault Academy and its e-sports partner firm, FITGMR, to deliver the cour…

War Machine impresses in Boxing Day harness racing

December 27, 2024

War Machine dazzled with the fastest time of the day in the harness stakes races at the National Equestrian Centre yesterday.
Driven by Philip Correia, the Mello Family’s ten-year-old gelding clocked …

Quinaceo Hunt heroics sends PHC into Friendship Trophy final

December 27, 2024

PHC 2 North Village 1

PHC goalkeeper Quinaceo Hunt produced a man-of-the-match display to propel the holders through to a third successive Friendship Trophy final and a record 22nd overall at Wel…

Ruthless Boulevard hit seven past Eagles to reach Shield final

December 27, 2024

Captain Ernest Rieko Trott scored a hat-trick to lead a ruthless Boulevard into the Shield final with an emphatic victory over Somerset Eagles at Wellington Oval yesterday.
Blazers should have opened …

Enstar subsidiary completes deal with James River Group

December 26, 2024

Enstar Group Ltd, the Bermudian-based insurer, has completed the previously announced transaction between Cavello Bay Reinsurance Ltd, its wholly owned subsidiary, and certain subsidiaries of island-h…

Nasdaq de-lists Altamira shares

December 26, 2024

The common shares of Altamira Therapeutics Ltd, the Bermudian-headquartered biotechnology company, have been de-listed from Nasdaq for failure to comply with the exchange’s rule that listed securities…

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Abuse and theft charges dropped

December 26, 2024

Prosecutors dropped charges against a man accused of abusing and stealing from a senior citizen on Monday.
Joseph DeSilva, 56, was charged in Magistrates’ Court in November with abusing Rose Marie DeS…

Axa XL appoints Tellekamp

December 26, 2024

Bermudian-based Axa XL has appointed Jon Tellekamp as chief underwriting officer, construction and energy.
In his new role, he will lead Axa XL’s combined construction and energy underwriting and risk…

Martin Reith joins Acrisure

December 26, 2024

Acrisure, the global fintech firm with offices on the island, has announced the appointment of Bermuda market veteran Martin Reith.
He will be based in London, working with senior leadership across se…

RiverStone in deal with Zurich

December 26, 2024

A Bermudian-based company has played a role in RiverStone International’s multi-faceted deal with Zurich.
RiverStone International has signed an agreement with the French branch of Zurich Insurance Eu…

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Christmas dinner served for police and fire staff

December 26, 2024

More than 60 staff of the Bermuda Police Service as well as the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service got treated to a show of appreciation on Christmas Day.
The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club’s yearly …

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Festive spirit takes over Elbow Beach for Christmas

December 25, 2024

Hundreds donned swimsuits and Santa hats today to celebrate a pink Christmas at Elbow Beach.
Crowds took part in the holiday tradition, even if only a portion were willing to tackle the frigid waters …

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Police: 911 phone number out of order

December 25, 2024

The Bermuda Police Service has warned that the 911 emergency phone line is not working today, along with several other police numbers.
A spokesman said that, in addition to 911, the non-emergency phon…

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Mid Ocean Club fined $5,000 for tree felling

December 24, 2024

A private members’ club has been fined in Magistrates’ Court for cutting back a stand of protected mangrove trees.
Allan Marshall, from the Mid Ocean Club Ltd, admitted that the company had damaged re…

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No serious injuries reported from Devonshire collision

December 24, 2024

Police have renewed calls for witnesses to a two-car collision that took place at the junction of Middle Road and Tee Street on Monday.
A police spokesman said that one car was travelling along Middle…

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Police: three injured in two-car St David’s collision

December 24, 2024

A car was left overturned after a collision at the East End last week.
A police spokesman said that officers were called to Tommy Fox Road, St George’s, near its junction with Southside Road on 8.15pm…

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Police improving response to domestic violence cases

December 24, 2024

Police officers have made “significant advancements” in how they handle domestic violence and abuse cases, it has been claimed.
Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said while all frontline officers …

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Teenager keeps grandmother’s Christmas tradition alive

December 24, 2024

A teenager has followed in her grandmother’s footsteps by hosting a Christmas party for senior citizens.
Nachè Anderson-Clarke, 14, organised the annual event
this month in conjunction with Bermud…

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Modest drop in electricity bills set for January 1

December 24, 2024

The Government has applauded fuel adjustments that will deliver lower energy bills for most residential customers.
Belco announced last week that new electricity rates will come into effect on January…

Shareholders clear way for Argus-BF&M merger

December 24, 2024

Shareholders in Argus Group and BF&M Ltd have cleared the way for the amalgamation of the companies into a domestic insurance powerhouse.
Argus shareholders approved the amalgamation deal, first a…

Warwick Academy team maintains KPMG Investment Challenge lead

December 24, 2024

Despite falling stock value, a Warwick Academy team remains in the lead for the second round of the KPMG Senior School Investment Challenge.
Warwick Academy’s The Moral Hazards team stock decreased by…

Tre Ming throws down gauntlet to PHC

December 24, 2024

North Village midfield ace Tre Ming is preparing to take on his former club PHC Zebras when two of the most successful teams in the Friendship Trophy lock horns in a mouth-watering semi-final clash at…

Expectations high as Machines set to race on Boxing Day

December 24, 2024

All eyes will be on top contenders War Machine and Smart Machine when the traditional Boxing Day harness stakes races take centre stage at the National Equestrian Centre on Thursday.
The Free for All …

Zano Tucker aiming for impressive Boxing Day

December 24, 2024

Zano Tucker has set the bar extremely high heading into the popular traditional Boxing Day motocross races slated for Bermuda Motorsports Park in Southside, St David’s, on Thursday.
The 18-year-old ri…

Shareholders clear the way for amalgamation of Argus, BF&M

December 23, 2024

Shareholders in Argus Group and BF&M Ltd have cleared the way for the amalgamation of the companies into a domestic insurance powerhouse.
Argus shareholders approved the amalgamation deal, first a…

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Lost parcel post a scam

December 23, 2024

The Government has urged the public to report a social media post claiming that lost parcels are for sale.
The post circulating through social media says the Bermuda Post Office is getting rid of its…

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Government issues warning about immigration agencies

December 23, 2024

The Government is receiving some immigration applications weeks or months late and without proof of payment, the Ministry of Economy and Labour said.
A spokesman urged employers and the public to be c…

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City Hall to host menorah lighting ceremony this week

December 23, 2024

A menorah will be placed outside of City Hall this week as the island’s Jewish community celebrates the start of Chanukah.
A spokeswoman for the city said that it had been approached by Chabad Bermuda…

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Investigation launched after gun fired on Hamilton street

December 23, 2024

Police have put out a call for witnesses in the wake of shots being fired on Court Street on Saturday night.
A police spokesman said that at about 7.05pm, a “confirmed firearm incident” took place in …

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Union hits back over RUBiS salary dispute

December 23, 2024

The Bermuda Industrial Union has hit back at claims its members are disrupting essential services by taking industrial action against an energy supply company.
Gas provider Rubis Energy Bermuda yester…

Bermuda junior squash champions crowned

December 23, 2024

Some of Bermuda’s best young squash players rounded out the year by competing in the National Junior Championships last weekend.
With plenty of games and numerous players competing in multiple age gro…

Hotel Christmas traditions recognised

December 23, 2024

Hamilton Princess and Beach Club has been included on the 2024 Top 25 Historic Hotels Worldwide Holiday Traditions and Spectacular Display listing.
HHW, which represents more than 350 hotels in nearly…

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Artists awarded $90,000 in government grants

December 23, 2024

The Government has paid out more than $90,000 in grants to 26 artists who “represent the heart and soul of our creative community”.
The donations were made by the Bermuda Arts Council, a government qu…

Young sailors prepare to compete in Orange Bowl Regatta

December 23, 2024

Some of Bermuda’s best young sailors will be heading to Florida immediately after Christmas to take part in the Orange Bowl International Youth Regatta.
The event, held between December 27 and 30, wil…

Watch: Antonio Pierce delight as Raiders snap losing streak

December 23, 2024

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce was smiling for the first time in 84 days after his side ended the longest losing streak of any team in the NFL this season by beating Jacksonville Jaguars …

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Police advise detours from Middle Road, Tee Street area

December 23, 2024

Two vehicles and a pedestrian are believed by police to have been involved in a collision this morning in Devonshire.
Diversions are in effect in the area of the junction with Middle Road and Tee Stre…

Privacy Commission advises calm as Pipa launches

December 23, 2024

After eight years of percolation, the Personal Information Protection Act 2016 comes into effect on January 1, carrying fines of up to $250,000 for violators.
The Privacy Commission says stay calm.
“I…

Gaming consoles and big TVs among shoppers’ favourites

December 23, 2024

While cassava pie and turkey with all the trimmings make for an appetising Christmas dinner table, what’s under the tree can sometimes make a more lasting impression.
This festive season, say Bermuda’…

‘Twas the Market Before Christmas (2024)

December 23, 2024

‘Twas the market before Christmas,
And let us not ignore,
The major events of 2024.

The economy was stirring and continued to grow,
And unemployment thankfully remained quite low.
The Fed cut rates f…

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Premier bullish about impact of corporate income tax

December 23, 2024

David Burt has “absolutely no worry” about the potential departure of critical international business as a result of the implementation of the corporate income tax.
The Premier added that about 100 ex…

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Whitney pupils make a house feel like Home

December 23, 2024

A group of middle school pupils helped to clean up a new shelter for homeless people as they boosted their community service hours.
The M2 students from Whitney Institute gave Home’s new shelter, on P…

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‘Alarming’ rise in financial abuse of seniors by trusted people

December 23, 2024

A charity that helps seniors has seen an “alarming” rise in financial abuse by individuals in positions of trust.
Mercedes Pringle-DeSilva, executive director of Age Concern Bermuda, said protecting o…

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Burt says $50m in funds for universal healthcare is just the start

December 23, 2024

Millions of dollars from the corporate income tax set aside for the launch of universal healthcare are in addition to revenues allocated for the reform efforts, David Burt has said.
Tabling the Pre-Bu…

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Prowler seen driving stolen van jailed

December 23, 2024

A man who took two vehicles has been sentenced to 20 months behind bars.
Dean O’Brien, 63, admitted taking the vehicles, stealing a bag and prowling around two residences when he appeared in Magistrat…

Jonté Smith scores in triumphant return for North Village

December 22, 2024

Paget 0 North Village 2

Jonté Smith marked his return for North Village with a second-half goal against Paget at Southampton Oval, sealing a spot in the Friendship Trophy semi-finals.
The forward…

Late Tre Burgess goal seals Friendship Trophy semi-final spot for Hot Peppers

December 22, 2024

Hamilton Parish 1 Social Club 0

Tre Burgess leapt from the bench to grab a late winner and propel Hamilton Parish into the Friendship Trophy semi-finals.
With extra time looming, the forward tapp…

Goals galore in First Division Shield quarter-finals

December 22, 2024

There were some high-scoring games in the First Division Shield at the weekend.
The action began on Saturday night with Boulevard Blazers twice coming from behind to beat Southampton Rangers 3-2 at PH…

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Belco blames balloon for weekend power outage

December 22, 2024

Belco has urged the public to be careful with balloons after one sparked a power outage affecting about 400 customers on Saturday.
Shelly Leman, Belco managing director of transmission, distribution a…

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Clinic donates 150 Christmas turkeys to community members

December 22, 2024

Bermuda Healthcare Services gave out 150 turkeys to patients and members of the public this weekend in advance of Christmas.
The giveaway has become a holiday tradition since it was first launched 12 …