Bermuda News Updates

“Given the news of possible strike action by approximately 45,000 port workers on the east coast of the US, the Ministry of National Security wishes to assure the public that proactive measures are being taken to mitigate any potential impact on Bermuda’s supply chain,” the Government said today. Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said, “We […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has announced the Athene T20 Senior Men’s Premier and First Division Leagues weekly award winners. A spokesperson said, “The BCB is pleased to announce the full list of weekly Most Runs and Most Wickets winners during the recently concluded Athene T20 Senior Men’s Premier and First Division Leagues of 2024. […]

[Written by Dale Butler] The fifth Pastoral-Parishioners’ Anniversary took place on the grounds of the Christ Anglican Church, Devonshire, on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 6.00pm with a very appetizing dinner by Kenny’s Kitchen and water donated by John Barritt & Son Limited; an exceptional night of entertainment followed. The tent, lighting, and stage backdrop […]

Olympian and Somersfield Academy alumnus Tyler Smith will present awards at the 2024 Somersfield Fun Run and Walk, a community fitness event benefiting the school’s Bursary Fund. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy alumnus and Olympian Tyler Smith will be presenting awards at this year’s Somersfield Fun Run and Walk. Smith graduated from the school’s International Baccalaureate […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Carl Neblett] Life in Bermuda has become increasingly expensive for everyone, but for our elderly population, it is almost agonizing. For many seniors, the combination of inadequate pensions, insufficient healthcare, high costs of living, and widespread neglect forms a perfect storm of suffering that should deeply trouble us all. […]

[Opinion column written by PLP MP Jason Wade] On Thursday, we finally received the news that we have all been waiting on…the Fairmont Southampton project will get underway within the next quarter. This statement from the Gencom/WestEnd Properties Group is music to many ears. As the government, we had hoped this would have happened sooner, […]

The police are investigating a stabbing incident which resulted in a 25-year-old man being injured. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2024, Police attended a report of a male at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH], seeking treatment for an apparent stab wound. “On arrival, officers spoke with […]

Police responded to a reported armed robbery at Mr. Chicken Express in Devonshire, with the suspect brandishing a knife and stealing a “draw containing a quantity of cash from the cash register.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:00 p.m. on Friday, September 20, 2024, police responded to a reported armed robbery at Mr. Chicken Express on […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kayuri Tucker has reflected on the special memory of scoring his first international goal for the Bermuda Under-14 national team at the recent Caribbean Football Union Under-14 Challenge Series qualifiers in Trinidad and Tobago. The elegant defender, who played an instrumental role in helping Bermuda advance to the final of the […]

The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda said they “applaud the Bermuda Government on its recent announcement of a $25 million funding package dedicated to social services and supports—the largest such investment in two decades.” A spokesperson said, “This move signals an important commitment to addressing the social and economic challenges faced by many in Bermuda’s community. […]

Five Bermudian equestrians are set to participate in the Grand Caraibe International horse jumping competition scheduled for November 22nd and 24th in Suriname. The team will consist of Raishun Burch, Kayla Bardgett, Sierra Wolffe, Emma Kempe, and Kimoy Cruickshank. Cruickshank returns for his second appearance in the Grand Caraibe International, while Burch, Cruickshank, and Bardgett […]

Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson is holding a press conference this morning [Sept 24] to discuss the upcoming C36 by-election. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. The Constituency 36 Sandys North will take place on October 4th and will see four candidates — the FDM’s Marc […]

Kamau Leverock and his Gujarat Giants faced off against the Southern Super Stars in a high-stakes match during the Legends League Cricket in India. Leverock was included in the team for their second match of the tournament. Southern Super Stars Inning ..04 [09] Parthiv Patel c Morne van Wyk b Liam Plunkett ..22 [27] Martin […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board announced Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club as the 2024 BCB – Athene Twenty20 premier division league champions, and the St. David’s Cricket Club as the 2024 BCB – Athene Twenty20 first division league champions. Related Stories Leverock’s Gujarat Greats Win Legends Opener Kamau Leverock Joins Gujrat In Indian League Cricket Friendly Matches […]

Tournament favourites Mexico won their second game at the Women’s Pan American Challenge at the National Sports Centre yesterday [September 23] after defeating Brazil 3-1. Maribel Acosta, Grecia Mendoza and Dariana Cardiel scored for Mexico; meanwhile, Mayara Eiko netted for Brazil. In today’s games, Brazil face Paraguay at 3.45 pm and Bermuda play Guyana at […]

Bermudian footballer Dale Eve made his second appearance of the season for his new club Redditch United in a 2-0 defeat away to Bedford Town in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Central on Saturday [September 21]. The 29-year-old goalkeeper signed for the Worcestershire side in the summer after spending last season at Walsall Wood […]

A 6K Family Fun Walk, Run, and Roll event will be held on Saturday, September 28, starting at 8.30am from Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club to St. George’s Cricket Club to support Zhamir Denbrook-Pitt’s medical expenses. The event sign up page said, “Spinal cord injuries [SCI] can have life-altering impacts, affecting mobility, independence, and overall quality […]

As part of their ongoing commitment to making a positive impact on the community, Allied World volunteered at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] in Flatts on Wednesday, September 11th. Colm Singleton, EVP, Head of Bermuda, and Global Markets Claims Group, said, “Allied World is proud to support this great organization. Our team enjoyed […]

September 23 saw 6,936 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $232,978.16 BD. 6,400 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 2.7% at $36.00 per share, while another 536 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 7.7% at $4.81 per share. The BSX finished at 2,508.81, […]

Harness racing driver Kiwon Waldron competed in two races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. In race 5, a pace event, Waldron guided Sweet Tell to a third-place finish with a time of 1:52.4. Later in the evening, Waldron drove Bodelicious in race 6, a trot race. The pair finished sixth with a time of […]

Tuesday September 24 is expected to see sunshine and cloud mixed, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7:09am and sunset will be […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 23] include public notification. Ministers And Responsibalities Assigned 16 September 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0875/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication date: 23 September, 2024 Ministers and Responsibalities assigned Portfolios 16 September 2024 [PDF] The official notices above have been republished […]

Interpath announced the launch of a new Bermuda office, with Rachelle Frisby appointed CEO of Interpath’s network of offices across the Caribbean,. A spokesperson said, “Interpath, a leading international financial advisory firm, is proud to announce the launch of a new office in Bermuda as the firm continues to strengthen its suite of restructuring and advisory […]

Following three senior citizens being defrauded of approximately $685,000 via online and phone scams, the police have issued another advisory urging “residents, particularly senior citizens, to remain vigilant regarding online scams and phone scams.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to urge residents, particularly senior citizens, to remain vigilant regarding online scams […]

The Bermuda Football Association announced that Sunday’s matches have been rescheduled to Tuesday [Sept 24]. A spokesperson said, “Sundays matches have been rescheduled to Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Please note the time and location changes below: Match 1: Wolves v Dandy Town Location: DRC Time: 7:00 PM Match 1: PHC v Hamilton Parish Location: DRC […]