Bermuda News Updates

Bermuda Beat Saudi Arabia By Four Runs

February 25, 2024

Bermuda claimed their first victory in the ICC Cricket World Cup Challenge League Play-off today [February 25] after holding their nerve to beat Saudi Arabia by four runs at the Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It was a crucial win for Bermuda, who lost their opening group A match by 157 runs against Italy, […]

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Video: Sunday Feb 25th “Good News” Spotlight

February 25, 2024

News that John Barritt, Donald Scott, and Cecille Snaith-Simmons were inducted into the Company of Honorary Fellows of Bermuda College, Love is Love BDA hosted a brunch that raised $2,500 toward OUTBermuda’s education bursary, students from Bermuda Dance Academy impressed at the Adrenaline Dance Convention and Competition in Chicago were all some of the positive […]

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Lee Rizzuto On Board Of New Trump Super PAC

February 25, 2024

A new super PAC supporting former President Donald Trump has formed, with former U.S Consul to Bermuda Lee Rizzuto serving as one of the board members, according to a story in the New York Times. The story said, “A new super PAC supporting former President Donald J. Trump — and backed by a member of his […]

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White Mountains Insurance Elects Reid Campbell

February 25, 2024

The Board of Directors of White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. has elected Reid T. Campbell as a director of the Company. Mr. Campbell’s election to the Board follows his retirement as President of the Company after a distinguished thirty-year career at White Mountains. CEO Manning Rountree said, “I thank Reid for the substantial value he […]

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Ascot Launches New Reinsurance Business

February 25, 2024

Ascot announced the launch of its Marine & Energy Treaty reinsurance business in Bermuda, led by Alex Kirkby, with support from Emma Foxley. A spokesperson said, “Ascot today announces the launch of the company’s Marine & Energy Treaty reinsurance business in Bermuda, led by the newly appointed Alex Kirkby, Senior Vice President, Head of Marine […]

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Parliament: Order Of Business For February 26

February 24, 2024

The House of Assembly will be in session on Monday [Feb 26] with the Budget debate set to continue, and Minister of National Security Michael Weeks to provide Oral Responses to Parliamentary Questions from Michael Dunkley. The Order of Business is below [PDF here]: Related Stories Live Audio & Parliament Order Of Business Road Named […]

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Bermuda Under-20 Make Winning Start

February 24, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda Under-20 national team made a perfect start to their Concacaf Under-20 Championship qualifying campaign after defeating Grenada 2-1 at the SKNFA Technical Centre in Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis, today [February 24]. Coach Cecoy Robinson’s side opened the scoring in the 37th minute through winger Sachiel Ming but Grenada […]

Bermuda pick up huge win in opening Concacaf qualifier

February 24, 2024

Bermuda started their Concacaf Under-20 Championship qualifying campaign with a huge win by beating Grenada 2-1 in their opening group game in St Kitts & Nevis on Saturday.
In a lively first half,…

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Weather Forecast For Sunday February 25

February 24, 2024

Sunday, February 25 is expected to see sun and a few clouds with gusty winds, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F, and the low to be near 14°C/57°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be at 6:51am […]

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OBA Budget Reply: ‘Economy has fallen into gigantic pothole’

February 24, 2024

A One Bermuda Alliance government would slash red tape, make debt reduction a priority and create a plan to reduce the cost of energy.
Giving his Reply to the Budget, the Opposition leader Jarion Rich…

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Phillips & Arizona Win Tennis Doubleheader

February 24, 2024

Daniel Phillips and his No. 22 Arizona State men’s tennis teammates won both their matches during the Friday doubleheader in the 5-2 win over Nevada and 4-0 decision over Grand Canyon. In the victory over Nevada, Phillips played in the number six singles spot and he defeated Greg Valente 6-0, 6-1. Phillips also played in the […]

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CedarBridge Black History: Unveiling Legends

February 24, 2024

[Written by Anya Thompson] During Black History Month, the Social Studies Department at CedarBridge Academy initiated a creative project to honour the accomplishments and legacies of influential Black figures from various parts of the globe, as well as those who have made a lasting impact on Bermuda’s history. Both students and educators decorated their classroom […]

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Minister On 2024 City Of Hamilton Plan Draft

February 24, 2024

“I am pleased to announce the release of the Draft City of Hamilton Plan 2024 which has been prepared by the Department of Planning to guide development activity within the City of Hamilton, Minister of the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, today […]

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Volleyballers Begin Competing In Boston

February 24, 2024

The Nike Boston Volleyball Festival got underway in Boston, with Bermuda teams taking part. Paradise Hitters Under 12s finished the morning session 1 and 2. They fell 25-7, 25-6 to Smash and 25-11, 25-6 to GVC 12 Angie before defeating Mass Power 25-9, 25-12. The Paradise Hitters Under 14 team also finished the morning session […]

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UK Lady Golfers Fly Bermuda Flag In Spain

February 24, 2024

A group of UK lady golfers, bonded by their love for Bermuda, flew the island’s flag in Tenerife, Spain this past week. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda flag is flying high on the golf course in Tenerife, Spain this week courtesy of a group of lady golfers from various parts of the UK who hold […]

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Myeisha Sharrieff Continues Competing In NEC

February 24, 2024

Myeisha Sharrieff and her Howard University swimming and diving teammates continued competing in the 2024 NEC Swimming and Diving Championships. Sharrieff was in action in the women’s 100 yard backstroke preliminaries, where she finished 7th,advancing to the A final clocking a time of 56.86. In the women’s 100 yard backstroke A final, Sharrieff touched the […]

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Remember When: Wells In League Cup Final

February 24, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] It has been 11 years to the day since Nahki Wells became the first Bermudian to play in a major English cup final when he reached the League Cup final with Bradford City in the 2012-13 season. The final was played at the new Wembley Stadium, making the forward the first […]

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Erica Hawley Finishes 12th In Napier

February 24, 2024

Erica Hawley started her season with an impressive twelfth-place finish in the World Triathlon Cup Napier, on New Zealand’s North Island, today [February 24]. Hawley, who is chasing her dream of qualifying for the Olympic Games in Paris this summer, was competing in a field of 41 athletes and completed the sprint-distance course [750-metre swim, […]

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Ingham & La Salle Compete In Championships

February 24, 2024

Caleb Ingham and his La Salle University men’s swimming and division teammates began competing in the 2024 A-10 Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving Championships. Ingham swam the anchor leg for the La Salle men’s 200 yard freestyle relay team that finished 8th clocking a time of 1:21.42. Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick Season’s […]

Bermuda athletes seek Carifta qualification in Florida

February 24, 2024

A strong contingent of Bermudian athletes will be aiming to qualify for the Carifta Games when they compete in the Speed Capital meet in West Palm Beach, Florida, today.
In the under-20 division, 202…

News / Royal Gazette

Lane closures expected next week

February 24, 2024

Point Finger Road was briefly reduced to one lane of traffic on Thursday.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board said this occurred “to facilitate a high lift for exterior inspection of the Acute Care Wing” at …

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Feb 24

February 24, 2024

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, February 24th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and on Wednesday the Norwegian Getaway cruise ship is scheduled to arrive. On Thursday the Bermuda Islander […]

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Golf: Goslings To Sponsor Moongate Tour Season

February 24, 2024

Organizers of the Moongate Tour announceD that Gosling’s Limited has agreed to be the title sponsor for its 2024 season, which is scheduled to begin later this month with the first of seven 18-hole medal events and will conclude in September with a 36-hole Tour Championship. Tour co-founder Chaka DeSilva said,“I’m very happy to announce […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 23 2024

February 24, 2024

February 23 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,213.87, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 48 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And […]

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‘Addressing The Dreadful State Of Our Roads’

February 23, 2024

“We are fully committed to addressing the dreadful state of our roads as quickly as possible,” Minister of Public Works David Burch said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 23] the Minister said, “I begin by reminding the members and the listening public that there are multiple circumstances happening simultaneously that are contributing […]

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Premier: Commence Consultation On Caricom

February 23, 2024

The Government has now received the Entrustment from the British Minister of State and will commence the consultation process on exploring full membership in Caricom, Premier David Burt said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 23] the Premier said, “The pursuit of full membership in Caricom was recognised by most as a natural progression of our […]

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Dr Carika Weldon On Being A Role Model

February 23, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dr Carika Weldon said she was overcome with pride after being recognised by the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club as part of their Black History Month celebrations. She will be honoured alongside fellow prominent Black Bermudians in the medical field, Dr Terry-Lynne Emery and Dr Malcolm Brock, at a celebration dinner […]

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Increase In Court Fees To Yield Estimated $750K

February 23, 2024

There will be new court fees, which are anticipated to “yield an estimated additional $750,000 in fees aid to the courts.” A spokesperson said, “The Supreme Court is pleased to announce that the Chief Justice in exercise of the power conferred by section 62 of the Supreme Court Act 1905 makes the subject amendment Rules […]

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Lane Closure In Sandys For Vegetation Removal

February 23, 2024

The Ministry of Public Works advised “that a single lane closure will take place on Somerset Rd in Sandys, located between Lantana Road and Ledgelets Lane, for foreshore vegetation removal. A Government spokesperson said, “The road closure will commence on Thursday, February 29th, 2024, and will continue until Sunday, March 3rd, 2024. “The work shall […]

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Single Lane Closure On Pitts Bay Road

February 23, 2024

The Ministry of Public Works advised “that a single lane closure will take place on Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke, between Roxdene Lane and Turnstile Lane, to accommodate wall demolition works.” A Government spokesperson said, “The road closure will commence on Monday, February 26th, 2024, and will continue until Friday, March 1st, 2024. “The work will […]

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Commemorative Service For Midshipman Dale

February 23, 2024

The Friends of St Peter’s Church has organized a commemorative service honouring Midshipman Richard Sutherland Dale, set for 5 pm tomorrow [Feb 24] in St George’s. The event poster says, “In attendance will be Her Excellency Ms Rena Lalgie, Governor of Bermuda The Wor. Quinell Francis, JP, Mayor of St George US Consul General Karen […]

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30 Minute Video: Feb 23 ZBM Evening News

February 23, 2024

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

Textainer shareholders give approval for $7.4bn sale

February 23, 2024

Shareholders of Bermudian-based Textainer Group Holdings Ltd have voted to approve the proposed $7.4 billion acquisition of the company by Stonepeak, a New York-headquartered alternative investment fi…

Mosaic Insurance launches suite of specialised products

February 23, 2024

Bermudian-based Mosaic Insurance has launched a suite of specialised financial institutions products, offering $25 million in investment management insurance, blended with cyber and other coverage for…

AM Best: insurers expanding existing footprints in Bermuda

February 23, 2024

Some insurers are looking to expand existing reinsurance footprints in Bermuda through affiliated or independent companies, according to an article in the latest edition of Best’s Review.
The monthly …

Butterfield up 20 cents on NYSE

February 23, 2024

The RG/BSX Index remained unchanged on Thursday at 2,213.87 in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Meanwhile, Butterfield Bank was up 20 cents (0.66 per cent) on the New York Stock E…

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Weather Forecast For Saturday February 24

February 23, 2024

Saturday, February 24 is expected to be windy with rain developing later in the day, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F, and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be at 6:52am […]

Harry Twite named Bermuda captain at Under-20 Championship Qualifier

February 23, 2024

Harry Twite says it is an honour to be named Bermuda captain for the Concacaf Under-20 Championship Qualifier in St Kitts and Nevis.
The 18-year-old King’s Lynn central defender has been handed the ar…

Bermuda contingent impress at Presidential Classic in Orlando

February 23, 2024

A strong travelling contingent from the Bermuda Gymnastics Association competitive team gave a stellar showing at the prestigious Presidential Classic at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando …

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Maritime Marriage Notice: KARL HUNTER & HANNAH GRAHAM | Government of Bermuda

February 23, 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:- KARL PATRICK HUNTER ofVerdon, Leicester United Kingdom (Divorced)andHANNAH ELIZABETH GRAHAM ofVerdon, LeicesterUnited Kingdom (Single)

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Marriage Notice: JOEL CULOTTA & ELYSE LAZARUK | Government of Bermuda

February 23, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- JOEL JOHN CULOTTA ofWeehawken, New JerseyU.S.A. (Single)andELYSE ROBYN LAZARUK ofWeehawken, New JerseyU.S.A. (Single)

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Bus terminal kiosk to close on Sunday

February 23, 2024

The kiosk at Hamilton Central Bus Terminal will be closed on Sunday, the Ministry of Transport announced.
A statement said regular kiosk hours will resume on Monday and reminded commuters that tokens…

News / Royal Gazette

Further consultation coming for ocean-management plan

February 23, 2024

A draft of the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme will be put out for public consultation soon, the Government announced.
It added that a panel will be formed to review and consider responses, includi…

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List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on February 23, 2024 | Government of Bermuda

February 23, 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.

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Photos: Paget Primary Black History Month

February 23, 2024

Paget Primary School is holding their always impressive annual Black History Museum event, with this year’s event showcasing Cathy Bassett, Sir Stanley Burgess, Shiona Turini, James Darrell, Neletha Butterfield, Dr. Dorothy Louise Matthews Paynter, Rev Canon Thomas Nisbett, Commissioner Keeva Joell-Benjamin, Randy Horton, and Gita Blakeney Saltus, alongside Mona & Olga Brangman. Related Stories Photos: […]

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BNAA Sending Athletes To Speed Capital Meet

February 23, 2024

The Bermuda National Athletic Association [BNAA] is sending a cadre of athletes to the Speed Capital meet in West Palm Beach Florida. A spokesperson said, “In conjunction with the recently established partnership with BermudAir, the Bermuda National Athletic Association is sending a cadre of athletes to the Speed Capital meet in West Palm Beach Florida. […]

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DRAFT CITY OF HAMILTON PLAN 2024 | Government of Bermuda

February 23, 2024

DRAFT CITY OF HAMILTON PLAN 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Note sub type: Public Notification Notice ID: Public Authorities / Department Planning Publication date: 23 February 2024 THE DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING ACT 1974 DRAFT CITY OF HAMILTON PLAN 2024

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Live Video: OBA Leader Delivers Budget Reply

February 23, 2024

One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] Leader Jarion Richardson is set to deliver the Opposition’s Reply to the Budget in the House of Assembly today [Feb 23], responding to the 2024 Budget. Your screen will automatically refresh with the latest updates: Related Stories Video: OBA Press Conference On Budget Column: PLP’s Simmons On 2024 Budget AI Powered […]

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KPMG Releases 2024/25 Budget Snapshot

February 23, 2024

Following Premier David Burt’s presentation of the 2024/25 budget on Friday [Feb 16], KPMG has released its analysis and commentary on the budget highlights. A spokesperson said, “Premier David Burt presented the 2024/25 budget on Friday, February 16, 2024. The Government has presented a balanced budget for the first time in over 20 years with […]

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Skyport Temporarily Closes Air Cargo Terminal

February 23, 2024

Skyport announced that the “Air Cargo Terminal at the L.F. Wade International Airport will be closed for operations on Saturday, February 24, 2024 to allow for a planned utility shutdown at the facility between 5:00 AM and 7:00 PM.” A spokesperson said, “The temporary shutdown is necessary to facilitate ongoing construction works at the terminal, […]