Bermuda News Updates

Etienne Wolffe Named Olympic NOC Assistant

February 1, 2024

The Bermuda Olympic Association announced that Etienne Wolffe has been selected as the National Olympic Committee [NOC] Assistant to Team Bermuda for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda will be assigned a total of 4 NOC assistants by the Paris 2024 Organizing Committee. Etienne, a Bermudian, is a first-year student at the University […]

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Tennis Team Set For ITF Cup In Santo Domingo

February 1, 2024

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association [BLTA] announced the tennis team set to represent Bermuda at the ITF Junior Davis Cup in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association is delighted to announce the talented boys 16 and under tennis team set to represent Bermuda at the upcoming ITF Junior Davis […]

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Ministry: Submit Traffic Notices In Advance

February 1, 2024

The Ministry of Public Works is “reminding all event and road race planners to submit their traffic notice requests well before their planned activities.” A Government spokesperson said, “Recent challenges have prompted this reminder to ensure smoother processing and timely approvals. “This advice applies to anyone who wishes to apply for permission to hold a […]

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Tonight’s Football Matches Postponed

February 1, 2024

The football matches scheduled for tonight [Feb 1] have been postponed. A BFA spokesperson said, “Due to inclement weather and the waterlogged pitch at Goose Gosling Field, the matches scheduled for tonight have been postponed. See below the rescheduled dates: “The Premier Division match between Dandy Town/HPWC has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 3rd – […]

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Government / Official Gazette

List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on February 1, 2024 | Government of Bermuda

February 1, 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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Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: TIMOTHY SHARMAN & SARAH JOHNSTON | Government of Bermuda

February 1, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- TIMOTHY JAMES SHARMAN ofPEMBROKE Parish (Divorced)andSARAH ELIZABETH JOHNSTON ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single)

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Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: VICTORIA MALLOY & JAMES GEERS | Government of Bermuda

February 1, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- VICTORIA SOMERS MALLOY ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single)andJAMES THOMAS WALLACE GEERS ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single)

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Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: PATRICIA SANTOS TAVARES JOELL & JOAO SOUSA PACHECO | Government of Bermuda

February 1, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- PATRICIA ANA SANTOS TAVARES JOELL ofPEMBROKE Parish (Divorced)andJOAO JOSE SOUSA PACHECO ofPEMBROKE Parish (Divorced)

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Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: RICHARD SHARPE & CLARA MAGALHAES VASCONCELOS | Government of Bermuda

February 1, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- RICHARD MATTHEW SHARPE ofPAGET Parish (Single)andCLARA MAGALHAES VASCONCELOS ofPAGET Parish (Single)

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Business / News / Royal Gazette / Royal Gazette

Axis records 2023 net income of $346m

February 1, 2024

Bermudian-based Axis Capital Holdings Ltd has reported net income available to common shareholders for fiscal year 2023 of $346 million.
That compares with net income available to common shareholders …

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BELCO Work On Mainlines In Devonshire

February 1, 2024

An improvement to BELCO’s mainlines occurred this week. The scheduled outage happened between 8 am and 5 pm in Devonshire and Paget parishes yesterday, with a large BELCO crew scene working on Middle Road. A spokesperson said, “This outage is necessary in order for us to carry out refurbishment and/or maintenance of our mainlines as part of […]

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Column: Famous On Immigration & More

February 1, 2024

[Opinion column written by: PLP MP Christopher Famous] What is great about Facebook is that people have to use their real names and or faces in order to have a conversation and or debate. Even if you disagree on any given issue, at least you know who you are talking to. Ironically, very often, people […]

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‘Whayasayin’?’ Exhibition Opens This Friday

February 1, 2024

The Bermuda Society of Arts invited the public to the Whayasayin’? exhibition, which is opening this Friday [Feb 2]. A spokesperson said, “Another opening!! See everybody on Friday for the opening of Whayasayin’? Whayasayin’? is an exhibition geared towards Black artists in Bermuda that explores their feelings and thoughts about the Black artist’s position within the […]

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Bowling: Pinsplitters & Blue Angels Win

February 1, 2024

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick lanes saw the Pinsplitters defeat the New Comers 3 – 1, the match between the Last Pin and the Star Lites end 2 – 2, and the Blue Angels defeat the Islanders 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: 228 Llewellyn Jones 226 Elvin Thomas 220 Nathan […]

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Phoenix Defeat Docksiders At Bernard Park

February 1, 2024

The latest round of senior league netball action at the Bernard Park saw Phoenix — led by best attacker Danielle Raynor — defeat Docksiders by a score of 65 – 21. Raynor scored 54 goals, with MVP Ebonie Cox adding 11 goals, and Kiante’ Lightbourne named the best defender. Docksiders got 12 goals from best attacker […]

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Duffy Commits To Reducing Carbon-Footprint

February 1, 2024

Dame Flora Duffy said she is committed to going carbon-neutral after undergoing a carbon-footprint assessment to measure her environmental impact based on her 2022 calendar. Duffy, who won the gold medal in the women’s triathlon at the Olympic Games in Tokyo in 2021, said on Instagram that with the support of the Apex Group, she […]

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Looby Joins Ignite As Enablement Manager

February 1, 2024

Ignite, the entrepreneurial hub in Bermuda, has welcomed Melissa Looby as its new Enablement Manager. A spokesperson said, “We are excited to announce the recent addition of Melissa Looby to the Ignite Team as the new Enablement Manager. When Ignite first opened its doors in May 2019, Melissa was part of Ignite’s first cohort of […]

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Appleby Lawyers Recognized In Global Directory

February 1, 2024

Six lawyers from across Appleby’s global Private Client & Trusts and Dispute Resolution practices have been recognised in the 2024 edition of the Private Client Global Elite Directory. A spokesperson said, ”Partners Vanessa Schrum [Bermuda] and Carlos de Serpa Pimentel [Cayman Islands] have both been ranked as ‘Private Client Global Elite’ by the highly respected ALM […]

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BNAA To Hold Golf Fundraiser For Carifta

February 1, 2024

The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] will hold its Second Annual Carifta Fundraising Golf Tournament at Belmont Hills Golf Course on February 24. The format of the tournament, which starts at noon, will be Captain’s Choice. Funds raised will go towards supported the island’s athletes at the Carifta Games in Grenada from March 30 to […]

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Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For January 2024

February 1, 2024

During January, Bernews posted over 100 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included a car crash, the Gombeys, Bermuda Regiment Band at Front Street Mile, Francis Patton’s Longtail plunge, New Year’s celebration in St. George’s, Howard University swim team, […]

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Chubb Reports Fourth Quarter Net Income

February 1, 2024

Chubb Limited reported net income for the quarter ended December 31, 2023 of $3.30 billion, or $8.03 per share, and core operating income of $3.41 billion, or $8.30 per share. Book value per share and tangible book value per share increased 14.4% and 24.1%, respectively, from September 30, 2023, and, excluding the tax benefit increased […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 31 2024

February 1, 2024

January 31 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,293.36, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 49 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 30 […]

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Bongy could grace any team in this region

February 1, 2024

Anyone at this tournament would love to have Kamau Leverock in their team. I know we are not meant to harp on individuals but rather the team concept, but Bongy’s performances so far in this qualifier…

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Business / News / Royal Gazette / Royal Gazette

RenRe records $593.8m net deferred tax asset

January 31, 2024

Bermudian-based RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd recorded a $593.8 million net deferred tax asset in the fourth quarter of 2023, which it says is expected to be utilised predominantly over a ten-year period…

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Business / News / Royal Gazette / Royal Gazette

Canopius appoints four to global team

January 31, 2024

Canopius Group has made four appointments to its global credit and political risk team.
The global specialty insurer and reinsurer has appointed Angelos Deftereos as head of structured credit and Bori…

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Business / News / Royal Gazette / Royal Gazette

Rudolphs open new eatery in Hamilton

January 31, 2024

Tired of long commutes, patisserie owners Joerg and Esther Rudolph have left the West End.
A month ago, the couple sold the Dockyard Pastry Shop, known for its European pastries and cakes, and this we…

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Joan Williams marks 40 years with Little Venice Group

January 31, 2024

Having started as an accounts clerk, Joan Williams is celebrating 40 years working with the Little Venice Group.
To honour her achievement, a special lunch was held on Monday to celebrate the mileston…

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Business / News / Royal Gazette / Royal Gazette

Jireh Connect chief ‘couldn’t be more pleased with early success’

January 31, 2024

Bermudian-based Jireh Connect, the new digital platform that allows reinsurance brokers to manage the placement process online and on their mobile phones, has successfully facilitated its first indust…

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Column: Marable On Senator Simmons Remarks

January 31, 2024

[Opinion column written by OBA Deputy Party Co-Chairman Joseph Marable] Senator Simmons’ recent article criticising the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] paints a concerning picture of the party’s policies. However, a closer examination reveals inconsistencies and misrepresentations that warrant a more nuanced perspective. Firstly, Senator Simmons claims the OBA’s promise to reduce government spending will lead […]

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Jan 2024: Top 10 Bernews Instagram Photos

January 31, 2024

During January 2024, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on Bernews Instagram page attained thousands of likes. The most popular images including Bermuda’s first baby of 2024, the announcement by BermudAir they will expand routes to include Baltimore and Orlando, Leilanni Nesbeth being drafted by Chicago Red Stars, Dage Minors winning another Butterfield Mile title, […]

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News / Royal Gazette

Sinclair Richards (1933-2024): education trailblazer

January 31, 2024

A former Chief Education Officer also served as principal at West End Primary School and was known as a devoted member of Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Joseph Sinclair Richards was ac…

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News / Royal Gazette

Hospital warns of sporadic outbreaks of respiratory illness

January 31, 2024

An uptick in respiratory illness has prompted hospital officials to advise caution when visiting, following outbreaks over the winter in some long-term wards.
No units are under quarantine at present….

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News / Royal Gazette

Skyport increasing airport parking fees

January 31, 2024

Long-term parking fees at LF Wade International Airport are to increase by one dollar to $6-per-day from tomorrow.
A spokeswoman for airport operator Skyport said that the increase was necessary “to c…

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Bermuda To Compete In FEI World Challenge

January 31, 2024

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation announced that Bermuda will compete the annual FEI Jumping World Challenge. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda show jumpers are gearing up to compete in the 2024 FEI Jumping World Challenge – the FEI 46th edition of this event. “The Challenge provides local show jumping equestrians an opportunity to compete in an international […]

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News / Royal Gazette / Royal Gazette / Sport

Dash in the Dark Series kicks off at Flora Duffy Stadium on Friday

January 31, 2024

Bermuda’s brightest future prospects will be on display during Mid-Atlantic Athletic Club Juniors Running Club’s 2024 Dash at Dark Series season opener at Flora Duffy Stadium on Friday.
Organisers are…

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Government / Official Gazette

BERMUDA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY APPROVED OPERATIONAL & CAPITAL BUDGETS FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 | Government of Bermuda

January 31, 2024

BERMUDA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY APPROVED OPERATIONAL & CAPITAL BUDGETS FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 OPERATIONAL BUDGET REVENUE: AIRCRAFT REGISTRY $6,670,000 OTHER $548,000

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Two People Injured In Collision On Crow Lane

January 31, 2024

Two people were injured in a collision at the junction of Crow Lane and Spurling Hill today [Jan 31]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:25 pm on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, a two-vehicle collision occurred at the junction of Crow Lane and Spurling Hill, Pembroke. “Police, Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service, as well as ambulance […]

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Bermuda Measles Outbreak Tabletop Exercise

January 31, 2024

The Ministry of Health recently organized Bermuda’s Measles Outbreak Tabletop Exercise, stating that “this significant event gathered stakeholders from various sectors to comprehensively assess the Bermuda Public Health Emergency and the Measles Outbreak Preparedness and Response Plans.” A Government spokesperson said, “Their collective expertise and insights will be instrumental in reviewing and updating the existing […]

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Photos: Customs Officers Long Service Awards

January 31, 2024

On International Customs Day, officers from the Customs Service were honored with Long Service Awards. The Government posted the images below and said, “On International Customs Day, we celebrated the unwavering dedication of our Customs Service officers with Long Service Awards. Recognising milestones at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 35, 40, and an impressive 45 […]

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Government / Official Gazette

BOARD APPOINTMENTS DEFENCE BOARD | Government of Bermuda

January 31, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. _______ GOVERNMENT BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 2024 The following Board is appointed from 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2024 under the applicable Legislation, unless otherwise indicated: DEFENCE BOARD

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Government / Official Gazette

Trademark Applications Advertised Before Registration No. 64 | Government of Bermuda

January 31, 2024

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Nicola Bruce Joins Appleby Bermuda As Partner

January 31, 2024

Appleby announced that Nicola Bruce, a leading private client lawyer in trust law and trust litigation, recently joined the Bermuda office as Partner. A spokesperson said, “Nicola has a wealth of experience in offshore private client work, including many years practicing in Bermuda. She has acted for some of the world’s highest net-worth international families on […]

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Chamber: Shaping Bermuda’s Bartending Future

January 31, 2024

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce has formed a stakeholder group with an aim to create a new strategic approach to bartending services, and “this industry-proposed solution will provide training and job opportunities for Bermudians seeking a career in bartending.” A spokesperson said, “The Bartender category has been a closed immigration category for several years and there is currently […]

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Column: Simmons On OBA, Policies & More

January 31, 2024

[Opinion column written by Senator Lindsay Simmons] The recent editorial by One Bermuda Alliance Senator Dwayne Robinson reinforces the key differences between the OBA and the Bermuda Progressive Labour Party. Look at the comment sections of our local media and see what their supporters are saying. Read the hatred masked by pen names and see […]

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Remember When: Saunders Won 34 Years Ago

January 31, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Today marks 34 years since Clarence “Nicky” Saunders became the first Bermudian athlete to claim a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games after winning the men’s high jump in Auckland, New Zealand, in 1990. Saunders, who eight years earlier earned bronze at the Brisbane Games in Australia, set a Games record […]

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RFP For Concessionaires At Public Parklands

January 31, 2024

The Department of Parks is seeking proposals from suitable concessionaires to provide beach/park concession services at five public parklands for the summer season 2024 [1 April to 30 November]. A Government spokesperson said, “The locations of these concessions and square footage are detailed below: Parsons Road Park [1 site: 15ft x 10ft] Great Head Park […]

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Centennial Appoints Michelle Seymour Smith

January 31, 2024

Centennial Bermuda Foundation announced the appointment of Michelle Seymour Smith as a new Director to its Board. A spokesperson said, “Michelle joins Centennial with a wealth of business and finance experience, spanning three decades in the insurance and reinsurance industry. “Michelle’s career has been defined by her ability to shape strategic vision and to build […]

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Government / Official Gazette

BOARD APPOINTMENTS LEGAL AID COMMITTEE | Government of Bermuda

January 31, 2024

The Minister of Legal Affairs is pleased to make the following appointments. LEGAL AID COMMITTEELegal Aid Act 1980Chairman – Mrs. Cheryl-Ann MappMr. Edward KellyMs. Sarah Ann TuckerMr. Vaughn V. Caines

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Videos: Nahki Wells Scores Against Coventry

January 31, 2024

Nahki Wells struck his fourth goal of the season after netting in Bristol City’s 2-2 draw away to Coventry City in the Sky Bet Championship yesterday [January 30]. The Bermudian striker, who started the match, scored in the 83rd minute. Tatsuhiro Sakamoto put Coventry ahead in the 27th minute, but Rob Dickie headed in an […]

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Ed Sherlock 8k Race To Be Held On Feb 11

January 31, 2024

The Ed Sherlock 8k, the first race in the 2024 Legends Race Series, will be held on February 11. A spokesperson said, “The first race of the 2024 Legends Race Series, the Ed Sherlock 8k race, will take place on Sunday, February 11 starting and finishing at Southampton Rangers Club. This will be the 32nd […]

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