Time to make the most of perfect conditions
Autumn progresses and although tropical systems are at near peak activity farther south and, surprisingly, north of us, these latitudes are also starting to feel the first effects of winter as the coo…
Royal Gazette
Flipping property not an easy way to make money
Dear Dave,
I follow your advice and live on a budget, but it’s really hard to save up for a down payment on a house because property is so expensive on the US West Coast. My family thinks I should buy…
I follow your advice and live on a budget, but it’s really hard to save up for a down payment on a house because property is so expensive on the US West Coast. My family thinks I should buy…
Good and bad debt
Most people have incurred debt at some point, whether it be a mortgage, car loan, student loan or credit card debt. However, debt can be an issue if not managed wisely. Too much debt can be financial…
Grandmother celebrates 103rd birthday with family
Members of a close-knit family came together to mark the birthday of a woman who turned 103 this month.
The celebration for Inez Wilson took place in her daughter Wanda Butterfield’s house in Southamp…
The celebration for Inez Wilson took place in her daughter Wanda Butterfield’s house in Southamp…
Pension Bill passes with tepid support from government MPs
Controversial legislation enabling first-time home buyers to raid their pension funds for a down payment on a mortgage was steered through the House of Assembly yesterday — despite reservations from a…
Charity celebrates breaking of ground for care centre
Donors, contractors and members of the community came together at the future site of the Woodland Grove Care Centre for a celebration of ground-breaking for the planned hospice.
Work on the site on Sp…
Work on the site on Sp…
Bermuda fight back to break Brazilian hearts
Bermuda 2 Brazil 1
Bermuda women’s hockey team produced a sensational comeback to conquer Brazil at the National Sports Centre last night to storm into contention for a bronze medal in the Pan A…
Watch live: Dame Flora Duffy races for first time since Olympics
Bermuda’s Olympic champion Dame Flora Duffy will be taking on a new challenge in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Duffy is leaving the short-course triathlon behind to take on the 100km distance i…
Duffy is leaving the short-course triathlon behind to take on the 100km distance i…
Pan American Challenge: Bermuda vs Brazil
Pan American Challenge: Bermuda vs Brazil (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Social services package will enable more healthcare hires
David Burt has emphasised the importance of addressing mental health challenges among Bermuda’s youth and said that funding was being set aside to bolster healthcare staff numbers.
The Premier was sp…
The Premier was sp…
Traffic advisory issued ahead of Somersfield fun run
Motorists are advised to use caution when driving in Devonshire on Sunday morning.
Traffic controls will be in place on Middle Road between 9am and 10am when Somersfield Academy hosts a fun run and wa…
Traffic controls will be in place on Middle Road between 9am and 10am when Somersfield Academy hosts a fun run and wa…
BAA forfeit first match of football season
The first game of the new First Division between Robin Hood and BAA on Friday night has been cancelled after BAA forfeited the match.
BAA, who had dropped out of the league last season before returnin…
BAA, who had dropped out of the league last season before returnin…
Furbert: hundreds capitalise on digital fares
More than 5,000 people used the digital fare media system for public transport by the end of last month, the House of Assembly heard today.
Wayne Furbert said that the Shorelink app for bus and ferry …
Wayne Furbert said that the Shorelink app for bus and ferry …
Drone show addition to City Christmas boat parade
A “spectacular” drone show is expected to light up Hamilton Harbour at this year’s City Christmas Boat Parade.
The City of Hamilton will partner with HSBC to stage the December 7 event and said that t…
The City of Hamilton will partner with HSBC to stage the December 7 event and said that t…
Teenager taken to KEMH after Warwick collision
A teenager was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital after a collision in Warwick today.
A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said the incident, which involved a car and a motorbike, happened at a…
A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said the incident, which involved a car and a motorbike, happened at a…
Road closures in the city for wellness event
There will be road closures in the City of Hamilton for the Department of Health’s Celebrating Wellness event on Sunday.
Front Street from Queen Street to Burnaby Street will be closed to traffic from…
Front Street from Queen Street to Burnaby Street will be closed to traffic from…
Charity celebrates care centre groundbreaking
Donors, contractors and members of the community came together at the future site of the Woodland Grove Care Centre for a groundbreaking celebration of the planned hospice.
Work on the site on Spice H…
Work on the site on Spice H…
Information sessions to be held about education reform
The Ministry of Education will host information sessions to provide updates on education reform, the House of Assembly heard today.
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of Education, reminded MPs that Prospect…
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of Education, reminded MPs that Prospect…
ZipX and BEDC lower shipping costs for small businesses
ZipX and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation have joined forces to provide Bermudian small business owners and local entrepreneurs with a discount on their shipping costs.
BEDC-registered bu…
BEDC-registered bu…
Unite with survivors at domestic violence awareness event
An event at City Hall next week will kick-start a month-long campaign to raise awareness about domestic violence.
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, with the support of the Multi-A…
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, with the support of the Multi-A…
House: Dickinson, OBA against pensions proposal
A former finance minister broke ranks with the Progressive Labour Party this morning in the House of Assembly after the Opposition panned proposals that would allow first-time buyers to free up part o…
CPA to help accounting exam candidates
Bermuda’s professional organisation for accountants will partner with a training company that prepares those who want to write accounting examinations.
The announcement was made by Becker, the global …
The announcement was made by Becker, the global …
City Hall to be lit up red in support of dyslexia awareness
The Reading Clinic is to light up City Hall in red as part of a dyslexia awareness event.
It is participating in the global Go Red for Dyslexia campaign to support World Dyslexia Week.
From October 1…
It is participating in the global Go Red for Dyslexia campaign to support World Dyslexia Week.
From October 1…
Stormtrooper statue stands guard at Hamilton Princess
A life-size sculpture of a fictional Stormtrooper soldier inspired by the George Lucas film series Star Wars is on guard at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club.
The artwork, which can be seen in t…
The artwork, which can be seen in t…
Woman who used false gift card given discharge
A woman who purchased a gaming console with a fraudulent gift card was given a conditional discharge in Magistrates’ Court.
Zaenazja James, 22, admitted stealing store credit from The MarketPlace, her…
Zaenazja James, 22, admitted stealing store credit from The MarketPlace, her…
Impaired drivers sent to treatment court
Two motorists involved in road crashes were ordered to take part in a drink-drivers’ court treatment programme.
In separate cases, Torrie Simons, 56, from Pembroke, and Timothy Linberg, 43, from Devon…
In separate cases, Torrie Simons, 56, from Pembroke, and Timothy Linberg, 43, from Devon…
Figures show rising costs and retail sales in May
The cost of living continued to rise in May with a 6.4 per cent increase in the cost of fuel and power, while retail sales rose by about 1.8 per cent.
According to the Consumer Price Index for May 202…
According to the Consumer Price Index for May 202…
Drive-in prayer event in Southampton this weekend
A Christian group is to a host an afternoon of praise and worship in Southampton this weekend.
The One Body In Christ Movement For God’s Purpose will host the 5th Sunday “take over” worship assembly o…
The One Body In Christ Movement For God’s Purpose will host the 5th Sunday “take over” worship assembly o…
Burt: balanced Budget projected with $4m surplus
A $25 million investment package in social services announced last week was put in context this morning by David Burt, who provided figures on the present fiscal year showing “prudent management and e…
Teacher given historical training at Williamsburg
A handful of local teachers were given a unique training opportunity where they delved into the shared history of Bermuda and the US.
As part of a partnership between the US Consulate General, the Ber…
As part of a partnership between the US Consulate General, the Ber…
All invited to help in island-wide coastal clean-up
Keep Bermuda Beautiful invited members of the community to take part in its annual Island-wide Coastal Clean-up.
The environmental charity’s cornerstone event began today and runs until October 4 with…
The environmental charity’s cornerstone event began today and runs until October 4 with…
Workshop aimed at growing connections with children
A session for people who play an active role in the lives of children is to take place next month.
The Cultivating Connections Workshop was designed to empower teachers, youth workers and parents.
K…
The Cultivating Connections Workshop was designed to empower teachers, youth workers and parents.
K…
Erskine Simmons (1933-2024): activist, unionist, pastor
A pastor in the African Methodist Episcopal Church and a school principal, who — with others in the Progressive Group — hid his identity in the drive for equal rights and an end to racial segregation …
Dame Flora Duffy starts new phase of career in Ibiza
Dame Flora Duffy enters a new phase of her triathlon career on the island of Ibiza this weekend.
At 5.30am Bermuda time on Saturday morning when most clubbers are just going to bed on the party island…
At 5.30am Bermuda time on Saturday morning when most clubbers are just going to bed on the party island…
Robin Hood take on BAA as First Division begins
While the Dudley Eve Trophy competition has given lovers of domestic football something to watch in the past few weeks, now is the time for the serious stuff to start.
The First Division league season…
The First Division league season…
Erling Haaland breaking records but Bryan Mbuemo provides value
Erling Haaland scored his 100th goal for Manchester City in all competitions during the tense draw with title rivals Arsenal on Sunday, hitting the milestone in just 105 games to equal the record of g…
Akilia Darrell focused on building haircare brand
After the social distancing of the pandemic, salon owner Akilia Darrell saw many Black clients ditch chemical hair straighteners in favour of natural growth.
However, this change was not without its c…
However, this change was not without its c…
Trial: bank records show hundreds of transfers
A forensic accountant went over the business transactions made by a woman accused of stealing more than $700,000 from a roofing firm.
Todd Boyd, an expert auditor, said that transactions Bambi Lee Pim…
Todd Boyd, an expert auditor, said that transactions Bambi Lee Pim…
Roban: legislative changes for energy sector
Amendments are in the works to further diversify and modernise the island’s energy sector, the Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs said this week.
Walter Roban said the changes to the requisit…
Walter Roban said the changes to the requisit…
Celebrating the community’s right to know
The Deputy Information Commissioner underscored the importance of keeping informed yesterday.
LaKai Dill and other representatives from the Information Commissioner’s Office offered guidance and free …
LaKai Dill and other representatives from the Information Commissioner’s Office offered guidance and free …
Motorists fined for careless driving
Two drivers involved in separate road collisions were both fined in Magistrates’ Court yesterday.
Ronesha Christopher, 43, from Pembroke, and Kevin Caines, 64, from Sandys, each admitted driving with…
Ronesha Christopher, 43, from Pembroke, and Kevin Caines, 64, from Sandys, each admitted driving with…
Senate approves duty cut for Belco fuel
Senators have approved amendments that will reduce the duty rate for diesel and fuel oils used by Belco.
Arianna Hodgson, the Junior Minister for Labour, Finance and Health, acknowledged that on July …
Arianna Hodgson, the Junior Minister for Labour, Finance and Health, acknowledged that on July …
McConachie to join Accredited Insurance
Global programme manager, Accredited Insurance Holdings has appointed Neil McConachie as chief risk and capital officer.
He takes office October 14, based in Accredited’s London office and reporting …
He takes office October 14, based in Accredited’s London office and reporting …
Bank stock up on NYSE
The RG/BSX Index remained unchanged at 2,510.96 after a day of no trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Butterfield Bank rose six cents (0.16 per cent) to $36.98 at the close of the New York Stock Ex…
Butterfield Bank rose six cents (0.16 per cent) to $36.98 at the close of the New York Stock Ex…
Respected US basketball coach Wiederin on the island
Bermuda’s young basketball players will get a great opportunity to receive mentorship from Grant Wiederin, a United States collegiate basketball coach.
Wiederin, the assistant coach of the Loras Colle…
Wiederin, the assistant coach of the Loras Colle…
Lane closure and bicycle race to affect traffic
Motorists will be affected by a wall demolition in Warwick and, in Hamilton Parish, a bicycle race in the days ahead.
The Ministry of Public Works said an emergency lane closure was in effect on Burnt…
The Ministry of Public Works said an emergency lane closure was in effect on Burnt…
Bermuda face must-win game against Brazil
Bermuda head into their final round-robin fixture in the Pan American Challenge at the National Sports Centre on Friday needing nothing short of victory.
Courageous displays by the home team against P…
Courageous displays by the home team against P…
AM Best affirms ratings of Bermuda’s StarStone Insurance
AM Best has affirmed the financial strength ratings of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit ratings of “a-” (Excellent) of StarStone Insurance Bermuda Ltd and its subsidiary, StarStone Insur…
Axa XL announces Bermuda insurance P&C leaders
Mark Flanagan has been appointed to the new role of head of Property & Casualty, Bermuda, at Axa XL.
His responsibilities include leading the Bermuda P&C underwriting team with a focus on grow…
His responsibilities include leading the Bermuda P&C underwriting team with a focus on grow…
Position paper on minimum wage introduced to Senate
A position paper on progressing Bermuda’s minimum hourly wage was introduced to the Senate.
Leslie Robinson, the Junior Minister of Economy and Labour and Public Works, said the Government supported t…
Leslie Robinson, the Junior Minister of Economy and Labour and Public Works, said the Government supported t…