Bermuda News Updates

Photos & Video: Kwanzaa Celebration Held

December 10, 2024

A free Kwanzaa celebration was held this weekend at the new Treehouse in Hamilton, featuring refreshments and activities including a vendor’s market, tours, a mini Kwanzaa workshop and more. A spokesperson previously said, ““Kwanzaa is a time for families and communities to come together to remember the past and to celebrate African culture. In Bermuda, […]

Bernews / News

GSP: 2024 Christmas Gift Of Giving Campaign

December 10, 2024

The Gina Spence Program [GSP] announced the return of its Annual Christmas Gift of Giving Campaign, and said they are “calling on every household in Bermuda to join us in uplifting children, families, and seniors during the holiday season.” A spokesperson said, “The campaign will culminate in a community distribution event on December 14th, 2024, at […]

Bernews / News

Boater Saved From Fire & Sinking Vessel

December 10, 2024

The U.S. Coast Guard and the tanker ship Orange Ocean rescued a solo boater from his burning and sinking vessel, 420 miles north of Puerto Rico, during his voyage from Bermuda to St. Maarten. The U.S. Coast Guard said, “Coast Guard watchstanders and the crew of the tanker ship Orange Ocean coordinated the rescue of […]

Bernews / News

Dr. Brown’s Hair Restoration Clinic Results

December 10, 2024

Dr. Kyjuan Brown and his Dr. Brown’s Hair Restoration Clinic have released the results of the island’s “first-ever Turkish hair transplant procedures.” A spokesperson said, “In a groundbreaking milestone for Bermuda, Dr. Kyjuan Brown and his team at his Dr. Brown’s Hair Restoration Clinic, located upstairs of Northshore Medical Center, have released the stunning 4-month […]

Bernews / News

Howes & Western Finish 2nd At OUA Stratten

December 10, 2024

Isabella Howes competed in six events for the Western University women’s swimming team, helping her team to a second-place finish at the OUA Stratten divisional championships at the Athletic Centre Pool. Western amassed 882 points, second only to the University of Toronto. Howes swam the second leg for Western’s ‘B’ team in the 200-meter freestyle […]

‘I thought about checking his birth certificate, he moved like a deer’

December 10, 2024

Bermudian Earl Leader narrowly missed out on the chance to play one of tennis’s top players after losing in the quarter-finals at the Bermuda Breeze Championships on Tuesday.
Leader, who a day earlier…

News / Royal Gazette

Works to affect parking on Front Street

December 10, 2024

Maintenance work to a pump station on Front Street next month is to impact car parking spaces, the City of Hamilton said.
The project involves the replacement of ageing pipes at the pump station oppos…

James Irving joins Oak Re

December 10, 2024

Oak Reinsurance has appointed James Irvine as chief underwriting officer, Property.
Based in London, Mr Irvine will join in spring 2025, and report directly to Cathal Carr, chief executive and active …

Joint liquidators of Bittrex Global announce payout plan

December 10, 2024

The joint liquidators of Bittrex Global (Bermuda) Ltd (in liquidation) have announced their intention to declare a first and final dividend to unsecured creditors of the company and to distribute the …

Bitcoin life insurer Meanwhile links up with Swiss platform

December 10, 2024

Bermudian-based Meanwhile, the world’s first Bitcoin life insurance company, has formed a strategic partnership with Swiss-headquartered Block Green, the Bitcoin investment platform.
Meanwhile will su…

Course record for Peter Ballo in Bermuda Goodwill Pro-Am

December 10, 2024

There was a course record on day two of the Bermuda Goodwill Pro-Am tournament on Tuesday.
Peter Ballo, representing Connecticut Golf Club, shot a fantastic 61 at Tuckers Point Club to take control of…

Government / Official Gazette

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS, KARIM NELSON

December 10, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS Her Excellency the Governor has been pleased to appoint Mr. Karim Nelson, Deputy Director – Litigation, to act as the Director of Public Prosecutions from the 13th to 20th December 2024 or until her return.

BFA extends partnership with Leverock academy

December 10, 2024

The Bermuda Football Association has extended its partnership with DaRock Elite Academy.
Set up by Bermuda international defender Danté Leverock, the DaRock Elite Academy will support the the developm…

Bernews / News

Bermuda Goodwill Tournament Day One

December 10, 2024

Golfers from 54 teams from around the world are in action at the Bermuda Goodwill Tournament at the island’s top courses – Belmont Hills, Port Royal and Tucker’s Point. At Belmont Hills, the team from St Andrews Links, led by pro Cole Lum and featuring Kyle Lum, Dick Morton, and Tim MacKlaier, fired a 15-under-par […]

News / Royal Gazette

Police: injured teenager in stable condition

December 10, 2024

A teenager who suffered serious injuries in a crash on Saturday night was today in stable condition at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, according to police.
The 19-year-old male was in the intensive…

Butterfield board approves share repurchase programme

December 10, 2024

The board of directors of Butterfield Bank has approved a $100 million ordinary share repurchase programme that authorises the bank to purchase up to 2.7 million of its ordinary shares through the end…

Bernews / News

Brianna Ray Plays In South Perth Defeat

December 10, 2024

Bermudian cricketer Brianna Ray and her South Perth team-mates suffered a 76-run defeat to Melville in the Senior Female Summer Twenty20 at the Alderbury Reserve Ground in Perth, Australia. Melville batted first and scored 173 for the loss of two wickets off 20 overs. Ray bowled four overs for 19 runs. In reply, South Perth […]

Bernews / News

Govt Unveils MakerSpace At CedarBridge

December 10, 2024

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport officially opened Bermuda’s first MakerSpace at CedarBridge Academy on December 5. A Government spokesperson said, “The ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by the Hon. Owen Darrell, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, marked a significant step forward in fulfilling the Government’s commitment to supporting Bermuda’s creative talent. Joining Minister Darrell […]

Bernews / News

Warwick Academy Win Six A Side Football

December 10, 2024

Warwick Academy won the Bermuda School Sports Federation Over 13 six a side tournament after securing a 2-0 win over Somersfield in the final. A spokesperson said, “De’Ari Trott gave Warwick the lead early in the second half when he drove home a fierce shot following a cleared corner. Gillian McGlynn secured victory when he […]

Bernews / News

Rosorea And Smith Gain Experience At Open

December 10, 2024

Bermudians Owen Rosorea and Mason Smith concluded their campaigns at the Forthlane Partners Canadian Junior Squash Open. Rosorea, competing in the boys’ under-17 singles plate B Division, enjoyed a 3-0 win over Rohan Gorman in the round of 16, winning 11-4, 11-4, 11-3. However, Rosorea’s run came to an end in the quarter-finals, losing to […]

Bernews / News

DaRock Elite And BFA Continue Partnership

December 10, 2024

Danté Leverock’s DaRock Elite Academy has continued to collaborate with the Bermuda Football Association [BFA]. “We are excited to announce our continued partnership with DaRock Elite Academy,” the BFA wrote on social media yesterday [December 9]. “Thanks to our collaboration, we provide our National Academy players with world-class training opportunities.” Leverock, a Bermuda national team […]

Bernews / News

Logan Jimenez Scores For Hibs Under-18

December 10, 2024

Bermudian footballer Logan Jimenez scored for Hibernian Under-18 in their recent 3-0 win at home to Motherwell Under-18. Jimenez, who plays as an attacking midfielder, joined the Scottish side’s youth team in 2020 after impressing the coaching staff. He previously played for BAA and Somerset Trojans youth teams. Goals from Logan Jimenez, Josh Landers and […]

Bernews / News

Free HIV Testing For World AIDS Day

December 10, 2024

In the month of December, and ongoing support of World AIDS Day, the Department of Health’s, Sexual/Reproductive Health Clinic is offering free HIV testing on the morning of Monday, 16 December. A Government spokesperson said, “This initiative aims to encourage us to take proactive steps toward our health and wellbeing, while also raising awareness about […]

News / Royal Gazette

Wall repairs to slow traffic on Harbour Road

December 10, 2024

A portion of Harbour Road will be reduced to a single lane from tomorrow so repairs can be carried out on a wall.
A notice from the Ministry of Public Works said that the work at the Lower Ferry stop …

News / Royal Gazette

Government offers free HIV screening next week

December 10, 2024

The Department of Health will offer free HIV testing on Monday morning to recognise World AIDS Day.
A spokeswoman for the department said the free testing at the Hamilton Health Centre is intended to …

Bernews / News

Williamson Breaks Record At World Aquatics

December 10, 2024

Bermudian swimmers Logan Watson-Brown and Sam Williamson competed at the World Aquatics short course swimming championships in Budapest. Watson-Brown finished 44th overall in the women’s 100m backstroke with a time of 1:01.68. She placed 4th in her heat. Williamson finished 39th overall in the men’s 200m individual medley, placing 4th in his heat with a […]

Bernews / News

Bermuda’s Sailors Competing In Argentina

December 10, 2024

The Optimist World Championships are underway in Mar del Plata, Argentina, where strong southerly winds and large waves have created challenging conditions for the 255 young sailors competing from 51 countries, including Bermuda. Miguel Powers is currently the leading Bermudian sailor. After four races, Powers is in 99th place overall with 141 points. Other Bermudian […]

Bernews / News

Ministry Updates On Scaur Hill Safety Project

December 10, 2024

The Ministry of Public Works said the Scaur Hill safety enhancement project is “now expected to be completed ahead of schedule, potentially by the end of February 2025, weather permitting.” “This project demonstrates our commitment to infrastructure improvement and safety,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of […]

Bernews / News

Ball Hockey: Hamilton & Spine & Sport Win

December 10, 2024

The Bermuda ball hockey league returned to action with a pair of high-scoring games at the PCC Hockey Rink. Hamilton Princess edged ACT 5-4 in a shootout thriller, while Spine & Sport cruised to a 7-3 victory over Appleby. Hamilton Princess 5, ACT 4 [SO] Hamilton Princess and ACT played a scoreless first period before […]

Bernews / News

Governor Welcomes BNAA For Cross-Country

December 10, 2024

Governor Rena Lalgie welcomed the Bermuda National Athletics Association to Government House for the Bermuda National Cross-Country Championships. Government House posted the photos online below, and said, “Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie welcomed the Bermuda National Athletics Association to Government House for their Bermuda National Cross-Country Championships. Spectators converged on the North Lawn […]

Cryptocurrency pioneers to set up in Bermuda

December 10, 2024

A Singapore-based hybrid cryptocurrency exchange said that it was the first decentralised exchange to secure regulatory approval, having obtained a Class M digital asset business licence from the Berm…

News / Royal Gazette

City hotel proposed for abandoned office block

December 10, 2024

A 94-room hotel development is the latest proposal for a seven-storey Hamilton office block facing an uncertain future after several years of gathering weeds while sitting vacant.
The offer to breathe…

News / Royal Gazette

Neighbours battle in Supreme Court over land ‘intrusion’

December 10, 2024

A simmering legal battle between two Paget neighbours over alleged intrusions into each other’s property has progressed to a Supreme Court trial.
Samuel Andrew Banks, who owns 17 Inglewood Lane, has a…

News / Royal Gazette

Writers young and older join in RG Christmas tradition

December 10, 2024

Cheers and smiles were abuzz at The Royal Gazette last night when the winners of the newspaper’s annual Stanley Ratteray Memorial Christmas Short Story Contest were announced.
The competition was open…

News / Royal Gazette

Rarely seen owl spotted in Bermuda

December 10, 2024

Two owls that rarely visit the island were spotted on Sunday near LF Wade International Airport.
The short-eared owls, which typically hunt during the day, were seen by Miguel Mejías, of the Bermuda A…

News / Royal Gazette

Historical boathouse at Bailey’s Bay eyed for rebuild

December 10, 2024

An historical boathouse overlooking Bailey’s Bay could be rebuilt more than a decade after it was destroyed by hurricanes.
A planning application this month proposed reconstructing a structure associa…

Earl Leader knocks out US seed at Bermuda Breeze Championships

December 9, 2024

Bermudian Earl Leader knocked out one of the fancied players in the Over 75 Men’s Singles on the opening day of the Bermuda Breeze Tennis Championships
Leader beat third seed John Payne, from Canada, …

More than 50 teams compete on first day of Bermuda Goodwill Pro-Am

December 9, 2024

More than 50 teams from around the world were in action on day one of the Goodwill Bermuda Pro-Am 2024 golf tournament on Monday.
Teams from USA, Canada, Italy, Scotland and Bermuda were split across …

News / Royal Gazette

Human rights highlighted ahead of global commemoration

December 9, 2024

The community has been urged to continue advocating for the rights of all.
The Bermuda Human Rights Commission issued the call as the global community observes Human Rights Day tomorrow.
Lisa Reed, ex…

Owners of island firm agree $13.45bn business take over

December 9, 2024

The owner of a Bermudian-based alternative risk management specialist business has agreed a $13.45 billion deal to buy a US insurance broker.
Arthur J Gallagher & Co, which owns Artex Risk Solutio…

Afiniti completes recapitalisation transaction

December 9, 2024

Bermudian-domiciled artificial intelligence firm Afiniti Ltd has successfully completed a recapitalisation transaction.
The firm, which once promised to bring 1,000 jobs to the island, said the transa…

Government / Legal Notices

Maritime Marriage: ERIC WUNDER & JILL FILIPPONE

December 9, 2024

THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: ERIC WUNDER & JILL FILIPPONE

December 9, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- ERIC JOHN WUNDER ofWashington, New JerseyU.S.A. (Divorced) andJILL MARIE FILIPPONE ofWashington, New JerseyU.S.A. (Divorced)

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: KARIZMA DUBLIN & WAYNE STEELE

December 9, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- KARIZMA TYRAL PAIGE DUBLIN ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single) andWAYNE CAMERON STEELE ofWillingboro, New JerseyU.S.A. (Single)

Government / Official Gazette

List of Planning Applications Advertised on December 9, 2024

December 9, 2024

The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal (https://planningenergov.gov.bm/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService#/home), or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm week days at the Department of Planning, 5th Floor, Dame Lois Browne Evans Building, 58 Court Street, Hamilton HM 12. Any person wishing to object must do so within 14 days of the date advertised.

News / Royal Gazette

Warning on public transport card scam

December 9, 2024

The Government has sounded the alarm over a scam circulating on social media advertising a public transport “Smart Pass”.
The fraudulent advertisement claims a card can be purchased for $2.55 and pro…

AM Best affirms ratings of Bermuda’s Orion Reinsurance

December 9, 2024

AM Best has affirmed the credit ratings of Orion Reinsurance (Bermuda) Ltd, a Class 3 captive insurance company that was set up on the island in 2004.
The ratings agency affirmed the financial strengt…

Ratings of Lancashire Holdings and subsidiaries are affirmed

December 9, 2024

AM Best has affirmed the credit ratings of Bermudian-based Lancashire Holdings Ltd and its subsidiaries.
The ratings agency affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term is…

Minister tells forum of island’s commitment to green energy

December 9, 2024

The Government has emphasised its commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions.
Home affairs minister Walter Roban made the statement after attending the 2024 High-Level Caribbean Forum in Barba…

Coach of top Bermuda sailors features in prestigious magazine

December 9, 2024

The coach of two of Bermuda’s top sailors has been featured in one of the sport’s premier publications.
Shaun Priestley, who coaches Adriana Penruddocke and Sebastian Kempe, spoke to Yachts and Yachti…