Bermuda News Updates

The Department of Parks announced that the Bailey’s Bay Bridge on the Railway Trail in Hamilton Parish “will be temporarily closed to the public starting Thursday, 29 August, due to safety concerns regarding exposed fibreglass on the bridge’s railing.” A Government spokesperson said, “Signs and barriers will be erected by Thursday to ensure the closure […]

The Ministry of Health announced today that the summary of comments from the Pesticides Regulations Consultation is now available. A Government spokesperson said, “This consultation, which ran from June 28 to August 4, 2024, was part of a public engagement initiative on pesticide regulations launched at the end of June. This initiative was originally introduced […]

“As announced in the House of Assembly in February 2024, the Department of the Registrar General, through the amendments to the Registration of Births and Deaths Act 1949, now allow for the issuance of short-form death certificates,” the government said. A Government spokesperson said, “Medical practitioners, coroners, or funeral homes, who ordinarily confirm the death of […]

Chare Smith and his Uphill Castle Cricket Club teammates defeated Long Sutton Cricket Club Southampton by 4 wickets. Long Sutton won the toss and elected to bat, they were bowled all out for 211, Joseph Martins was the top scorer with 80, while Ashley Allen was the pick of the Uphill Castle bowlers with figures […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 27] include acting appointments and appointments. Information Commissioner Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0799/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Information Commissioner’s Office Publication date: 27 August, 2024 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Deputy Information Commissioner His Excellency the Governor is pleased to appoint Ms. […]

The WER Joell Tennis Stadium will close temporarily to allow for an assessment and building works, effective tomorrow [Aug 28]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport has announced the temporary closure of the WER Joell Tennis Stadium, effective tomorrow, August 28, 2024, for approximately one week. “Following an initial assessment, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis will proudly carry Bermuda’s flag at the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Paris tomorrow [August 28] and is eager to add another successful chapter to her storied athletics career. Lewis, who competes in the T53 100 and 400 metres, will become a four-time Paralympian in the French […]

A total of nine players from Bermuda began competing in the Myrtle Beach World Am. Ann Symonds and Melinda Frith are playing in senior women [60 & above] division flight 57, Symonds came off the course T27th after a net round of 81, Frith is T42nd with a net round of 87. In the senior […]

The Bermuda Hotel Association awarded the Bermuda Hotel Association Adrian Hassell Memorial Scholarships to Najee Pitt-Clarke and Jaz Ratteray-Smith. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Hotel Association [BHA] is very pleased to announce the recent awarding of the Annual Bermuda Hotel Association Adrian Hassell Memorial Scholarship to the following recipients: BHA Board Directors JP Martens, Theresa […]

A White Hyundai Creta vehicle was “removed from a Paget residence” early this morning, the police said A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is asking members of the public to be on the look out for a White Hyundai Creta, which was removed from a Paget residence during the early morning hours on Tuesday 27th […]

The Bermuda Volleyball Association announced its participation in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association [ECVA] U21 Beach Volleyball Championships, scheduled to take place from August 30 to September 1 in St. Kitts & Nevis. A spokesperson said, “This prestigious event will bring together 13 teams from 11 countries, all competing for a coveted spot in the […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB]  announced a series of ICC-sanctioned friendly matches between a Bermuda Select Team, [ICC] Americas Region Select, and St. George’s Cricket Club. A spokesperson said, “The matches will take place from September 11th to 15th, 2024, marking an important opportunity for Bermuda to showcase its cricketing talent on an international stage and […]

Centennial Bermuda Foundation announced the “retirement of longstanding and highly regarded Board Chairman, Tom Conyers, and celebrates and honours his significant impact during his tenure,” and noted that “Mr. Conyers will hand over to incoming Chair, Annarita Marion, effective December 5th, 2024.” A spokesperson said, “Centennial attributes the transformation that it has undergone in recent […]

Bermuda cyclist Kaden Hopkins produced a superb display to win the third stage of the Tour of Guadeloupe yesterday [August 26], defeating over 100 cyclists to claim the victory. Hopkins, competing for French team Vendee U, clinched a sprint-finish victory in the 162-kilometre stage from Baie-Mahault to Pointe-a-Pitre, winning a photo finish from Jeunesse Cycliste des Abymes […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Musician Robert Symons has been delighting passengers aboard one of Bermuda’s ferry with the soothing sounds of his steel pan, finding creative ways to sustain his career. A professional musician since 1976, Mr Symons has performed four days a week on the ferry, from Dockyard to Hamilton, since last month, drawing […]

ASU BIOS welcomed 15 Bermudian students as Bermuda Program interns for the 2024 session, offering them hands-on research experience in marine and atmospheric sciences. A spokesperson said, “Each year, a select group of Bermudian students are chosen to participate in the ASU Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [ASU BIOS], a unit of the Julie Ann […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Ann Lindroth, the Bermuda Paralympic Association [BPARAS] president, believes the inspiring performances of athletes at the Paralympic Games is driving society towards greater inclusivity. Lindroth, who has travelled to Paris for the Paralympics starting tomorrow [August 28], said the Games challenge deep-rooted beliefs about people with disabilities and can significantly improve […]

The Department of Labour announced that its office remains closed to walk-ins and in-person service, providing contact details for queries. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Labour would like to advise the public that its office remains closed to walk-in customers. There is no in-person service available until further notice. For general queries: departmentoflabour@gov.bm […]

The 2024 women’s Pan American challenge is set to take place from September 21st – 28th at the National Sports Center. The organizers said, “The stage is set for an unforgettable week of elite women’s field hockey as the 2024 Women’s Pan American Cup Challenge kicks off! This thrilling tournament will bring together powerhouse teams […]

Jackson Langley, Geoff Smith, Liana De Medeiros, and Skye Ferguson were the BBA individual time trial division winners. Langley won the A division clocking a time of 26:12.35, Smith picked up the win in the B division finishing 3rd overall clocking 28:03.59, De Medeiros claimed the C division title with a time of 28:55.44 finishing […]

Amari Ebbin and his Bristol West Indian Phoenix Cricket Club teammates defeated Brislington Cricket Club by 13 runs. Bristol West Indian Phoenix were sent to bat and they scored 194/4 in their allotted 33 overs, Ashur Morrison was the top scorer with 67, Ebbin added 26 not out, Ebbin faced 25 balls, hitting 4 fours. […]

Total dedicated reinsurance capital in 2023 jumped by 7% to USD 568 billion, with an even larger increase projected for 2024, according to a new AM Best report. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The Best’s Market Segment Report, “Dedicated Reinsurance Capital Thrives in Hard Market,” is part of AM Best’s look at the […]

August 26 saw 3,002 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $98,150.00 BD. 2,100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 11.8% at $38.00 per share, while another 902 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $20.26 per share. The BSX finished at 2,625.05, up 8.90% […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 26] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered and notice of intention to construct a controlled plant. Acting Deputy Commissioner Of Police, Mr. James Howard Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0797/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Police Service Publication date: 26 August, […]

BE Solar announced the successful completion of an innovative solar panel project at the Argus Group’s Wesley Street headquarters in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “This 130 Aptos panel system installation marks a signifcant step towards sustainability and energy leadership in Bermuda’s corporate sector. “This initiative, designed with advanced double-sided solar panels that ensure a steady […]

According to a recent survey from Narrative Research Bermuda, “the Bermuda Consumer Confidence Index has steadily recovered since its most recent low in Q4 2023 [69.4], up to 76.3, consistent with this time last year.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda residents have been struggling with rising prices and inflation for over two years, though inflation has […]

The Court Street Market will be hosting a Food and Music Festival this Sunday, September 1st. Gary Augustus said, “The market will be held from 1pm to 8 pm with live music starting at 3pm. We have secured Willard Burch, The Unit, Vance Goater & SOS, Hindsight, Live Wire, Samantha Smith, and since its the […]

Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] advised that their “MRI machine will be temporarily out of service for a minimum of two weeks,” noting that the “disruption is a direct result of Hurricane Ernesto, which caused a prolonged power outage lasting five days.” Dr Ewart Brown, Chairman of BHCS, states: “The extended power outage led to a significant […]

Bermuda’s under-14 boys’ team placed second in Tier II of the 2024 Caribbean Football Union Challenge Series Qualifiers and also earned three awards; Jeon Wolfe finished as the tournament’s top scorer with 10 goals,  Xavier Thomas-Bassett was named the tournament’s best goalkeeper, and Carter Thomas was awarded the MVP for the Tier II Final. A BFA spokesperson […]

The Bermuda Police Service said they are “aware of a social media message being circulated, reporting a firearms incident had taken place at TCD this morning” noted that it was untrue. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a social media message being circulated, reporting a firearms incident had taken place at […]