Bermuda News Updates

Police have confirmed the death of a 61-year-old woman after an incident in the Wellington Slip Road area of St George’s.
Na’imah Astwood, the Acting Commissioner of Police, said that at about 10.55am…

Local trio fall short of qualifying for US Open and US Senior Open

May 16, 2024

Professional golfers Nick Jones, Camiko Smith and Dwayne Pearman will have to wait at least another year to achieve their goal of competing in the US Open and US Senior Open Championships.
Jones tried…

News / Royal Gazette

Government responds to parliamentary scheduling criticism

May 16, 2024

The Government has called on the Opposition to propose changes to standing orders over debate schedules after complaints were made about shifting calendars.
On Wednesday, Robin Tucker, the Opposition …

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Cheers of joy at Bermuda College farewell to 2024 class

May 16, 2024

Applause and cheers broke out as the 2024 graduating class of the Bermuda College was urged to seize every opportunity life throws at them.
This year’s outgoing class features 102 graduates, 42 of who…

News / Royal Gazette

Bermuda seen as role model for transport improvements

May 16, 2024

The island’s public transport system has come under the microscope of Cayman Islands officials hoping to make improvements to their own network.
Alicia de Vries and Andrew Ashton, who are serving with…

News / Royal Gazette

Judge rejects bid to drop malicious prosecution case

May 16, 2024

The Supreme Court declined to strike out allegations of malicious prosecution launched against a police officer.
Dantae Williams and Teshae Trott launched legal action against Detective Chief Inspecto…

News / Royal Gazette

Harbour Nights returns to Hamilton

May 16, 2024

Harbour Nights is to return to Front Street tonight with a focus on the island’s cultural heritage and environmental conservation.
The event, sponsored by Keep Bermuda Beautiful and the Department of …

Appleby appoints new insurance lawyer

May 16, 2024

International law firm Appleby has appointed insurance lawyer, Cathryn Minors, as counsel in the corporate department in Bermuda.
“I am thrilled to be joining Appleby’s corporate department where I ca…

Shareholders of BW LPG to vote on move to Singapore

May 16, 2024

Shareholders of BW LPG Ltd, the Bermudian-incorporated liquefied petroleum gas shipper, are to meet to vote on a proposal by the company’s board of directors to move its place of incorporation to Sing…

White Mountains nets $90m in MediaAlpha secondary offering

May 16, 2024

Bermudian-based White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd has netted approximately $90 million in an underwritten secondary public offering of shares by MediaAlpha.
The offering, which has closed, involved …

Government / Official Gazette

CLEAN AIR ACT THOMAS TRUST | Government of Bermuda

May 16, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. CLEAN AIR ACT NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSTRUCT A CONTROLLED PLANT Pursuant to Part II of the Clean Air Rules 1993,

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CLEAN AIR ACT THE MARKETPLACE LIMITED | Government of Bermuda

May 16, 2024

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSTRUCT A CONTROLLED PLANT Pursuant to Part II of the Clean Air Rules 1993, application has been made to the Environmental Authority for a permit to construct a controlled plant as follows:

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PERMANENT SECRETARY JASMIN SMITH | Government of Bermuda

May 16, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT PERMANENT SECRETARY MINISTRY OF LEGAL AFFAIRS

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CedarBridge Wins KPMG Investment Challenge

May 16, 2024

The Ministry of Education has congratulated CedarBridge Academy students, also known as team OreoCookies, for their outstanding victory in the annual KPMG Senior School Investment Challenge. A spokesperson said, “CedarBridge soared to the top, clinching first place in the esteemed 19th Annual KPMG Challenge. This year, students participated in 21 teams from 9 schools, boasting over 85 […]

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Cathryn Minors Joins Appleby As Counsel

May 16, 2024

Appleby announced the appointment of insurance lawyer, Cathryn Minors, as Counsel in the Corporate department in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Cathryn has a wide range of experience in corporate and commercial matters, having worked in the Bermuda market for many years advising on insurance and reinsurance matters involving life insurance securitizations, catastrophe bonds, special purpose insurers, […]

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Shrine Club Raises $1800 To Assist Family

May 16, 2024

The Bermuda Shrine Club held a fundraising dinner, and presented an $1800 cheque to Patrice Hayward and her daughter JahZara Hayward to assist in costs while JahZara received treatment at Boston Children’s Hospital. A spokesperson said, “On Friday night the Bermuda Shrine Club held a dinner at Roys Fine Foods at Prospect, Devonshire to raise funds […]

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BYC To Interview C10 By-Election Candidates

May 16, 2024

Bermuda Youth Connect will be hosting online interviews with the Constituency 10 by-election candidates Lindsay Simmons, Robert King, and Sir John Swan. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Youth Connect was created in the wake of the 2020 snap-election to create more civic awareness and engagement amongst young people. In line with this mission, we look forward to […]

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Concacaf Confirm June Matches & Times

May 16, 2024

Concacaf has confirmed the schedule for the region’s world cup qualifying matches taking place during the FIFA Match Window of June 2024. Bermuda is in group A, alongside Honduras, Antigua and Barbuda, Cuba, and the Cayman Islands. The schedule for the two matches for Bermuda taking place in June is as follows: Wednesday, June 5th, […]

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Photos, Videos & 360: Harbour Nights

May 16, 2024

The first Harbour Nights was held last night [May 15] on Front Street in Hamilton. A spokesperson previously said, “Proudly sponsored by Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and the Department of Culture, this inaugural event promises an evening of vibrancy, entertainment, and sustainability education. “Themed ‘Cultural Roots & Sustainability Truths,’ the first Harbour Night of the […]

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Smash Invitational: Pembroke & Smiths Win

May 16, 2024

The Bermuda Smash Invitational got underway at the National Sports Center North Field. Pembroke Panthers Won by 7 Wickets: Sandys Spartans 118/6 Pembroke Panthers 122/3 In the opener, the Pembroke Panthers defeated the Sandys Spartans by 7 wickets. Sandys Spartans won the toss and elected to bat, they would score 118/6 in their allotted 20 […]

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OBA’s Tucker: Lack Of Schedule Is ‘Concerning’

May 16, 2024

“It is concerning that in this day and age, neither Houses of Parliament have a calendar of meeting dates,” Opposition Senate Leader Robin Tucker said, adding that a “calendar seems like a simple fix that can solve a big problem and ensure that all hands are on deck to do the peoples’ business.” Senator Tucker said, […]

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Yushae DeSilva-Andrade On Paris Hopes

May 16, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Boccia player Yushae DeSilva-Andrade said she hopes to have done enough to have qualified for the Paralympics in Paris this summer. The 30-year-old expects to discover next month whether she has met the standard for the Paralympics. DeSilva-Andrade, who competed at the recent Montreal World Cup, her first outing of the […]

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Aaron Crichlow Earns KBB’s President’s Award

May 16, 2024

Aaron Crichlow and Bermuda Is Love have received this year’s President’s Award from Keep Bermuda Beautiful, with KBB noting that “Aaron and this amazing group of young adults have led monthly community clean-ups that have removed tens of thousands of pounds of waste from dozens of locations across the island.” The KBB newsletter said, “Congratulations […]

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Smash Invitational Announces Revised Dates

May 16, 2024

The Bermuda Smash Invitational rescheduled Thursday’s matches to Friday, May 17, 2024, maintaining the same schedule and honoring all Thursday tickets. A spokesperson said, “Due to the inclement weather forecasted for this Thursday, we have made the decision to reschedule the day’s matches to ensure the safety and comfort of our players, staff, and beloved […]

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IGI Quarterly Dividend Of $0.025 Per Share

May 16, 2024

International General Insurance Holdings announced an increase in its regular quarterly dividend for ordinary common shares to $0.025 per share. A spokesperson said, “International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. today announced that its Board of Directors has voted to increase the Company’s regular quarterly ordinary common share dividend to $0.025 per share, representing a 150% increase […]

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Jaydon Goddard Reflects On Pro League Debut

May 16, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard made his professional debut at the IFBB Pittsburgh Pro in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the weekend. Goddard, who gained his pro card at the Amateur Olympia Orlando in November last year, becoming the youngest Bermudian at 25 to earn the designation, competed in the men’s physique class in […]

News / Royal Gazette

New site eases path to workforce success

May 16, 2024

Bermudians can advance their career skills and goals through a new government website.
A government spokesman said people can find “a wealth of valuable information to support their professional grow…

BSSF Primary School Athletics Qualifiers

May 16, 2024

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Saltus come out on top in middle school athletics

May 15, 2024

Saltus Grammar School won the Bermuda School Sports Federation middle school athletics competition for the second year in a row.
Despite finishing second in both the girls and boys overall standings, …

Conduit Re reports jump in first-quarter GPW

May 15, 2024

Conduit Re’s gross premiums written grew by 28.3 per cent year-on-year to $356.8 million, its parent company has reported in a first-quarter trading update.
Trevor Carvey, chief executive officer of t…

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 15 2024

May 15, 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 15] include acting appointments and notification of planning applications registered. Director Of Public Prosecutions Mr. Carrington Mahoney Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0502/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Department of Public Prosecutions Publication date: 15 May, 2024 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Director Of […]

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Weather Forecast For Thursday May 16

May 15, 2024

Thursday, May 16 is expected to be windy with rain likely, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 6:19am and sunset will be […]

News / Royal Gazette

Pension payments hit by ‘slight delay’

May 15, 2024

Pension payments to seniors who bank with HSBC were delayed today, according to the Department of Social Insurance.
A department spokeswoman did not give the cause for the hold-up, but confirmed that …

Chamber to present Pipa compliance training

May 15, 2024

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is to hold a compliance training presentation focusing on the Personal Information Protection Act 2016, which is to come into effect on January 1, 2025.
The lunchtime s…

Axa XL Re appoints Ian Sawyer to top role

May 15, 2024

Axa XL Reinsurance has appointed Ian Sawyer to the newly expanded role of head of London Casualty, Reinsurance.
Mr Sawyer will be responsible for both the US and International Casualty Treaty proposit…

Government / Official Gazette

List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on May 15th, 2024 | Government of Bermuda

May 15, 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 weekdays 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

Somerset Primary PTA focusing on students, not politics

May 15, 2024

A parent-teacher association is “deeply saddened” by the Government’s decision to permanently close the Sandys school it supports.
The Somerset Primary School site was selected to be the parish’s only…

News / Royal Gazette

Victim of child sex offence has no regrets about telling truth

May 15, 2024

A victim of a sexual offence against a child said her life would never be the same after a man “stole her innocence” when she was 13.
The perpetrator, who cannot be named because of a reporting restr…

News / Royal Gazette

Regiment soldiers get explosives training in Barbados

May 15, 2024

Two female soldiers with the Royal Bermuda Regiment are to be the first women in the battalion trained in searching for explosives.
Lance Corporal Co-shae Bartrum and Lance Corporal Ashley Grant are b…

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Keziah Martin Released By Boston United

May 15, 2024

Bermuda midfielder Keziah Martin is among four players released by English non-league side Boston United. Martin helped Boston win promotion to the Vanarama National League after beating Brackley Town 2-1 in the recent National League North play-off final. The 23-year-old, who joined Boston from Kidderminster Harriers last summer, made 28 appearances and scored three goals […]

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Traffic Advisory For Bicycle Time Trial On May 26

May 15, 2024

The Ministry of Public Works advised of traffic controls due to the Bermuda Bicycle Association Individual Time Trial that will take place on Sunday, May 26, 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that the Bermuda Bicycle Association Individual Time Trial will occur on Sunday, May 26th, 2024, […]

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BNT Invites Public To Free Open Houses

May 15, 2024

The Bermuda National Trust invites the community to free open houses in May to gather input on plans to revitalize Trust Museums. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda National Trust invites the community to learn about and give input into plans for Trust Museums at free open houses in May. In line with this year’s Heritage Month […]

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98 Students To Graduate From Bermuda College

May 15, 2024

Bermuda College has announced that ninety-eight students will be awarded their associate degrees, diplomas, or certificates on May 16, with 62% of the Class of 2024 graduating with honours. A spokesperson said, “Ninety-eight Bermuda College graduands will receive associate degrees, diplomas or certificates, on Thursday, May 16, under the big tent on the College’s athletic […]

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Audio: Val Sherwood’s ‘Anything For You’

May 15, 2024

Singer-songwriter Val Sherwood has released her latest song, titled ‘Anything For You.’ Ms. Sherwood said, “I am releasing a recently recorded song called ‘Anything For You,’ not a love song as you might initially expect. Rather, the song tells the story of a kind individual who realises they have been taken advantage of for a […]

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‘Strong Smell’ At Hospital Being Investigated

May 15, 2024

A “strong smell in the Acute Care Wing is currently being investigated” and “surgical and imaging services have been temporarily suspended,” the Bermuda Hospitals Board said this morning [May 15]. A spokesperson said, “A strong smell in the Acute Care Wing is currently being investigated. “Surgical and imaging services have been temporarily suspended while Paget Health […]

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Bermuda Foundation Releases Annual Report

May 15, 2024

Bermuda Foundation has released its 2022-23 annual report as it celebrates its 10th year. A spokesperson said, “Over its 10-year history, Bermuda Foundation granted over $21 million, managed $24.8 million in assets as of June 2023, and in the 2022-23 annual report, highlighted $5.5 million in grants, $2.1 million in facilitated gifts from US taxpayers, […]

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Column: OBA’s Robinson On Voting & More

May 15, 2024

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Dwayne Robinson] The youth should know the power of their vote The political arena is subject to extreme change, as is the flow of democracy. Elected officials change, governments change, and governance systems are reviewed. However, the one thing that must remain the same is the power vested in the […]

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Uplift To Host Sip N Paint Event On Friday

May 15, 2024

Uplift Bermuda will host a ‘Sip N Paint’ event at Uplift Experience 133 on Front Street on Friday [May 17]. Uplift co-owner Kalyn Cannonnier said, “We’re hoping for around 30 people to come and enjoy the fun and creative experience.” The event costs $65 and includes a drink, art supplies, and a canvas. Tickets are […]

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Kyle Lightbourne Named Dandy Town Coach

May 15, 2024

The Western Stars Sports Club [Dandy Town] announced the hiring of Kyle Lightbourne as senior men’s coach for the 2024/2025 season. A spokesperson said, “The executive and management committee of the Western Stars Sports Club [Dandy Town] is pleased with both the selection and hiring of Mr. Kyle Lightbourne as our senior men’s coach for […]

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Jodi Covington To be Honoured At CACAF Gala

May 15, 2024

Bermudian Jodi Covington will be honoured at the sixth annual Captains of Industry Gala, hosted by the Caribbean American Cultural Arts Foundation [CACAF] on June 22 in Atlanta, Georgia. A spokesperson said, “The Caribbean American Cultural Arts Foundation is proud to announce the return of the highly anticipated sixth annual Captains of Industry Gala, celebrating […]