Bermuda News Updates

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Government releases garbage collection holiday schedule

December 21, 2025

The Ministry of Public Works has released its altered schedule for collecting waste during the upcoming holidays.
Household waste that would normally be collected on Thursday and Friday will instead b…

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Simsfield Stables ponies hit top stride

December 21, 2025

Simsfield Stables left their mark on the track during the latest harness racing meeting at the Bermuda Equestrian Centre on Friday night.
Simsfield’s gelding Red October equalled the season’s fastest …

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Bermuda Motors Team Attends SEMA Show

December 21, 2025

Three employees from Bermuda Motors recently returned from an insightful trip to the world renowned SEMA Show, held annually in Las Vegas. A spokesperson said, “Representing one of Bermuda’s leading automotive distributors, the team joined more than 160,000 industry professionals at what is considered the premier global event for automotive customization, innovation, and aftermarket excellence. […]

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Premier & Minister Meet With Cruise Executives

December 21, 2025

Premier David Burt and Tourism Minister Owen Darrell met with senior Carnival Corporation executives for “discussions aimed at enhancing the cruise line’s presence in Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, and Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, MP, welcomed senior executives from […]

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12 Sacks Of Carrots Stolen From Local Farmer

December 21, 2025

12 sacks of fresh carrots, each weighing 50 pounds, were stolen from a local farmer and officials said that “anyone attempting to sell carrots under suspicious circumstances should be reported to the police.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] is disheartened to report that another farmer has lost his […]

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Dage Minors Impresses At Telford 10K

December 21, 2025

Bermudian middle-distance runner Dage Minors continued his winter road campaign with a solid performance at the Telford 10K in Shropshire, England. Minors, representing Bristol & West AC, crossed the finish line in 30min 42sec, securing 74th place in an elite field. The 29-year-old finished just over a minute behind the race winner. Related Stories Marshall […]

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North Village edge past St George’s into semi-finals

December 21, 2025

North Village 2 St George’s 1

North Village Rams advanced into the semi-finals of the Friendship Trophy with a hard fought win over St George’s on Saturday night.
Substitute Jaizel Smith-DeShiel…

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Village And Hood Claim Cup Victories

December 21, 2025

North Village defeated St George’s Colts 2-1 in the Friendship Trophy quarter-finals at Bernard Park. Knory Scott opened the scoring for Village in the 21st minute and levelled through Jarazinho Bassett in the 37th minute. Jaizel Smith-DeShields scored the winner in the 73rd minute. Meanwhile, Robin Hood defeated First Division rivals Vasco da Gama 11-0 […]

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Cup Wins For Dandy Town And Eagles

December 21, 2025

Dandy Town defeated Boulevard Blazers 3-0 in the Friendship Trophy quarter-finals at White Hill Field. Enrique Swan opened the scoring in the tenth minute before Danté Leverock doubled the advantage with a header in the 31st minute. Jahkari Furbert scored a third in the 64th minute. Somerset Eagles advanced to The Shield semi-finals with a […]

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Robin Hood smash 11 past Vasco in Shield quarter-final

December 21, 2025

Robin Hood 11 Vasco 0

Robin Hood advanced into the semi-finals of the First Division Shield with a massive win over Vasco at Bernard Park on Saturday night.
Vasco, sporting former Bermuda intern…

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David Bascome’s Baltimore Defeated By Wave

December 21, 2025

Head coach David Bascome’s Baltimore Blast were defeated 7-6 away to the Milwaukee Wave in the Major Arena Soccer League on Friday [December 19]. The Wave scored an overtime goal to clinch the win. Bascome, a former North Village and Bermuda winger, was appointed as the Blast head coach in 2020, having previously served as […]

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Football: Somerset & Devonshire Cougars Win

December 21, 2025

The Shield and Friendship Trophy quarter-finals took place at the Devonshire Recreation Club with a double-header. Shield The Somerset Trojans defeated St. David’s 4-0 to advance to the Shield semi-finals. Enrique Mendes scored the opening goal in the 25th minute. An own goal doubled the Somerset lead before halftime. In the second half, Leo Burgess […]

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Taylor Carrick Reaches Second Round

December 21, 2025

Bermudian squash player Taylor Carrick reached the second round of the $6,000 Men’s Georgia Open at the Atlanta Community Squash Centre in Atlanta. Carrick received a first-round bye as a seeded player; however, his journey in the PSA Challenger Tour event ended when he was defeated by Mexico’s Wally de los Santos in the second […]

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Butterfield And Clemons Face Each Other

December 21, 2025

Footballers Milan Butterfield and Willie Clemons found themselves on opposing teams when Halesowen Town faced Leiston in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central yesterday [December 20]. Clemons started for Leiston, who won the match 2-1, with fellow midfielder Butterfield starting for Halesowen. Leiston are eighth in the table, while Halesowen are ninth. Related […]

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Police Confirm Death Of Jai Simmons

December 21, 2025

The police have confirmed the death of 17-year-old Jai Simmons, who died following injuries sustained in a collision. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm Jai Simmons as the 17-year-old male, who succumbed to injuries sustained in a single vehicle collision which occurred on Parson’s Road, near the junction with […]

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Swimming: BASA Qualification Meet Results

December 21, 2025

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association [BASA] Long Course Qualification Meet took place at the National Sports Centre pool. Madelyn Moore won the women’s 15 and over 50m backstroke with a time of 30.52. Violet Smith finished in second place, recording a time of 33.15. In the girls 13-14 50m butterfly, Zara Bule finished first in […]

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Trek Bicycle Marlin 6 Gen 2

December 21, 2025

Phone Number: 5369500
Make/Brand: Trek
Model: Marlin 6 Gen 2
New/Used: Used
Condition: Excellent
Seller Type
Price: 499

Trek Bicycle Marlin 6 Gen 2
Trek Bicycle Marlin 6 Gen 2 grey in excellent condition, less than 2 years old. Kept indoors and regularly maintained. Child has outgrown it. Small frame size and 27.5″ wheels.
The Marlin 6 is a cross-country mountain bike built to give you an efficient off-road ride with a suspension fork that locks out, and a simple 1x drivetrain.

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Ratings review for Vantage Risk

December 21, 2025

In the wake of news that Bermudian-based Vantage Risk Ltd is being acquired by Howard Hughes Holdings, AM Best has placed under review with developing implications the financial strength rating of A- …

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AM Best Reviews Vantage Risk Ratings

December 21, 2025

AM Best has placed under review with developing implications the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” [Excellent] of Vantage Risk Ltd. [Bermuda] and its affiliates, Vantage Risk Specialty Insurance Company and Vantage Risk Assurance Company [both domiciled in Wilmington, DE], which do business as Vantage Group. A […]

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Lancashire Holdings Ratings Upgraded By S&P

December 21, 2025

Lancashire Holdings Limited announced that S&P Global Ratings has upgraded its long-term issuer credit and financial strength ratings for the Company’s core [re]insurance subsidiaries from ‘A-’ to ‘A’. A spokesperson said, “Lancashire Holdings Limited announces that S&P Global Ratings [S&P] has raised its long-term issuer credit and financial strength ratings on the Company’s core [re]insurance […]

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Police name teen who died in Devonshire crash

December 20, 2025

Police have named a teenager who lost his life in an October crash.
A spokesman said officers found Jai Simmons, 17, and another 17-year-old male lying near a motorbike near Parsons Road’s junction wi…

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Kanhai Fray scores lone goal as Somerset Eagles progress

December 20, 2025

Somerset Eagles 1-0 Southampton Rangers

Somerset Eagles worked extremely hard to keep just their third clean sheet of the season and advance into the Shield semi-finals with victory over Southamp…

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Dandy Town into last four of Trophy with win over Boulevard

December 20, 2025

Dandy Town 3 Boulevard Blazers 0

Dandy Town capitalised on a missed penalty by Boulevard to advance to the Friendship Trophy semi finals with victory over the Premier Division’s bottom side at Wh…

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Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: GENDY MORENO IGLESIAS & CAMILLE MILLS

December 20, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-GENDY MORENO IGLESIAS ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single) andCAMILLE NAKESHA MILLS ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single)

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Marriage Notice: ADAM THOMPSON & NICOLA COSTAIN

December 20, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-ADAM JAMES THOMPSON ofWARWICK Parish (Single) andNICOLA JAYNE COSTAIN ofWARWICK Parish (Single)

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Marriage Notice: SHIRLEY CALLENDER & BRIAN SCOTT

December 20, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-SHIRLEY LINDA CALLENDER ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single) andBRIAN ERIC SCOTT ofPEMBROKE Parish (Widowed)

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Maritime Marriage: KELLY DYSON & PAUL WAY

December 20, 2025

THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- KELLY ANNE DYSON ofPontypriddUnited Kingdom (Divorced)andPAUL ALAN WAYPontypriddUnited Kingdom (Divorced)

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NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF REVISED MUNICIPAL RESIDENTS’ REGISTER

December 20, 2025

Government Notice No. ____________________ PARLIAMENTARY ELECTION ACT 1978 Section 26A(5) (AS MODIFIED BY THE MUNICIPALITIES (ELECTION) ORDER 2015)

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PARLIAMENTARY ELECTION ACT 1978 – NOMINATION DAY

December 20, 2025

Government Notice No. ____________________ PARLIAMENTARY ELECTION ACT 1978 Sections 32 (As modified by the Municipalities (Election) Order 2015) NOMINATION DAY

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Weather Forecast For Sunday December 21

December 20, 2025

Sunday, December 21 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 7.16am […]

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Photos: BHCS Annual Turkey Giveaway

December 20, 2025

Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] continued its holiday tradition by hosting its 13th Annual Turkey Giveaway, successfully distributing 150 turkeys to patients and the public. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] successfully hosted its 13th Annual Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, 20 December, continuing its tradition of supporting patients and the broader community during the holiday […]

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Orange Bay Wins Christmas Window Contest

December 20, 2025

The City of Hamilton has announced the winners of its 2025 Christmas Window Decorating Contest, with Orange Bay taking the top prize for Best Christmas Window. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton today announced the winners of its 2025 Christmas Window Decorating Contest. “Sixteen City businesses entered this year’s competition, which featured two award […]

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Love Is Love Raises Funds For Foster Care

December 20, 2025

Despite cancelling its Ugly Sweater Brunch, Love is Love Bermuda still raised nearly $1,000 through a charity raffle to support the Bermuda Foster Parents Association’s holiday programme. A spokesperson said, “Despite a setback following Love is Love canceling their Ugly Sweater Brunch due to insufficient ticket sales, they were still able to hold their charity […]

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Carey Olsen Celebrates New Bermuda Lawyers

December 20, 2025

Carey Olsen Bermuda announced that Isabella Zuill-McKenzie and Padraic O’Shaughnessy have “successfully completed the firm’s Bermuda pupillage scheme and have been called to the Bermuda Bar as qualified barristers and attorneys.” A spokesperson said, “This achievement marks an important milestone in their legal careers and reflects their dedication and commitment throughout the programme. “Isabella will […]

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Carnival wants to expand Bermuda presence

December 20, 2025

Cruise giant Carnival wants to expand its presence and partnership with Bermuda, the Minister of Tourism and Transport has revealed.
Executives from the Carnival Corporation met with Owen Darrell, who…

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Senior officer arrested on suspicion of impaired driving

December 20, 2025

A senior police officer has been arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after a two-vehicle crash in Warwick on Friday morning, police have confirmed.

The Royal Gazette understands the officer …

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Overnight looters pilfer crops from Smith’s farm

December 20, 2025

A farmer told of rampant theft putting agriculture in peril after roughly 600 pounds of carrots were stolen from his farm.
Daniel Renaud, of DR Farms, said thieves made off with a dozen 50-pound sacks…

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Visitor stole more than $100,000 in fraud spree

December 20, 2025

The Supreme Court heard how an American visitor stole a little more than $100,000 from bank machines in a series of transactions over the course of eight days.

Derek Telles, 38, pleaded guilty thi…

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Kaleidoscope clarifies efforts to secure Montpelier

December 20, 2025

An arts education charity has set out the events that led to its request to be housed in a government-owned building after reported confusion in the community over the matter.
The Kaleidoscope Arts F…

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Community urged to avail of flu jab

December 16, 2025

Flu season is now in full swing, with the Ministry of Health encouraging people to protect themselves by getting vaccinated against influenza.
A spokeswoman said the ministry’s Epidemiology and Survei…

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Night of celebrating the arts at Berkeley Institute

December 16, 2025

The Berkeley Institute family gathered for the school’s 2025 Winter Concert with a carol fit for the green and gold.

The Berkeley Institute’s 12 Days of Christmas was among drama, dance and song p…

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Youth-focused town hall to discuss electoral reform

December 16, 2025

Young Bermudians have been invited to take part in a town hall meeting to discuss electoral reform next week.
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, said the meeting…

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Police find drugs, knife in search of alleged prowler

December 16, 2025

Police found a man with a weapon and illegal drugs on Sunday morning.
A spokesman said officers responded to a report of a prowler at a Middle Road, Southampton home at about 9.15am.
He said: “Upon ar…

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Women rally for children’s charity to receive $40,000

December 16, 2025

A children’s charity has received $40,000 through an all-female 5K event and corporate donation.
A statement said $20,000 was raised for the Coalition for the Protection of Children through the annual…

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Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: COURTNEY CHAPMAN & THOMAS JOYCE

December 16, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-COURTNEY NICOLE CHAPMAN ofDEVONSHIRE Parish (Single) andTHOMAS ANDREW JOYCE ofDEVONSHIRE Parish (Single)

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Road Sobriety Checkpoint (No. 10) Notice 2025

December 16, 2025

The Assistant Commissioner of Police, in compliance with the requirement ofsection 35BD(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1947, gives the following Notice:

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Insurance premiums to rise to pay for hospital salary hikes

December 16, 2025

Residents will face a hike in health insurance premiums this spring to help to cover back pay increases to hospital staff to the tune of almost $40 million.
The salary uplift and cost-of-living allowa…

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The Berkeley Institute Winter Concert 2025

December 16, 2025

The Berkeley Institute Winter Concert 2025 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Alana Wilson Earns PSEA Award For November

December 16, 2025

Alana Wilson has earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for November. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to recognise Alana Wilson, of the Department of Education, as the November recipient of the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA]. “Since assuming the role of Head of Victor Scott Preschool in September 2025, […]

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BNG & Masterworks Pay Tribute To Janet Fish

December 16, 2025

The Bermuda National Gallery [BNG] and Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art are mourning the passing of American painter Janet Fish, whose formative years in Bermuda shaped her artistic career. Bermuda National Gallery Statement A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Gallery is deeply saddened to learn of the death of American painter Janet Fish, who grew […]

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