Bermuda News Updates

Saundre Simmons Scheduled For Ring Return

January 4, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Saundre “Dash” Simmons is scheduled to return to the ring for his second professional boxing bout in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on February 10. The Bermudian made his debut on December 17, ruthlessly knocking out American Tre Baker inside two rounds in Charlotte, North Carolina. “I’m ready to go now. I want […]

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Celebrating 40th Birthday By Marking 40 Visits

January 4, 2024

Jodi Covington is aiming to travel to 40 countries as her 40th birthday approaches on January 30, with her travels taking her across the Caribbean, Europe, and Canada and the United States so far. A spokesperson said, “As January 30 approaches, Jodi Covington is gearing up for an extraordinary milestone. She’s celebrating her 40th birthday […]

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Two Parts To Southampton Redevelopment

January 4, 2024

Westend Properties said they would like to clarify points about the Fairmont Southampton redevelopment; noting that there are two parts to the redevelopment, one is the renovation of the hotel and beach club and the other is the construction of the new tourism and residential units. A spokesperson said, “Westend Properties would like to clarify […]

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2024 Garbage & Recycling Schedule Released

January 4, 2024

The Department of Works and Engineering has unveiled the 2024 Garbage and Recycling schedule for residents across Bermuda. “The 2024 Garbage and Recycling schedule is a useful tool for residents, enabling them to effectively plan and manage their waste disposal needs throughout the year,” said Minister of Public Works David Burch. The Government spokesperson said, […]

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Bermuda Is Love Launches #Share&Wear

January 4, 2024

This January, Bermuda Is Love is launching the #Share&Wear Campaign to “advocate for the right to clothing, raise awareness around the problem of fast fashion, and highlight that everyone in Bermuda deserves access to high-quality, sustainable clothing.” A spokesperson said, “Clothing is a basic human need, similar to food and housing. It is necessary for […]

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Schoolgirl, 15, found safe and well

January 4, 2024

Police this afternoon thanked the community for its assistance in finding a teenager reported missing this morning.
Shortly after 1pm the Bermuda Police Service said that Linzae Cann, 15, last seen ye…

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News / Royal Gazette

Bella becomes first Bermuda baby born in 2024

January 4, 2024

The first Bermuda baby of 2024 has been born at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
Isabelle Clare Faries was delivered at 5.37pm on Tuesday weighing 6lb 7oz.
Proud parents Ryan and Lyndsay Faries desc…

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Hospitals board buys Hamilton office building

January 4, 2024

The Bermuda Hospitals Board bought a Hamilton office building in a move designed to protect it against future rent increases.
The BHB has rented space in Craig Appin House for ten years after it had t…

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BOA Mourns Passing Of Judy Simons

January 4, 2024

The Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA] said they are saddened to advise of the passing of former BOA President Judy Simons, noting that her ”contributions to the BOA and Bermuda’s sporting community have had a significant impact.” A spokesperson said, “We are saddened to advise you of the passing of our friend and colleague Mrs. Judy Simons on January […]

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Government / Official Gazette

PATI BERMUDA HOUSING CORPORATION | Government of Bermuda

January 4, 2024

2023 Public Access to Information –Sect. 6 (6) (Contracts valued at $50,000 or more) Bermuda Housing Corporation Notice 2023 This Notice applies to the contracts contained in the following Table:

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The Red Carpet: blending the old and new

January 4, 2024

As befits its name, The Red Carpet has always been a welcoming kind of place.
Over 40 years, the Reid Street, Hamilton restaurant has developed a loyal local clientele who are well known to a staff th…

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Government / Official Gazette

List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on January 4, 2024 | Government of Bermuda

January 4, 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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Dr Mark Guishard Appointed COO At BIOS

January 4, 2024

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] has appointed Dr. Mark Guishard as its Chief Operating Officer [COO] with Dr. Guishard noting he is “thrilled to be returning to BIOS in a leadership role.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences, a unit of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory at Arizona […]

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Highest Impaired Driving Arrests Over Three Years

January 4, 2024

“Figures recorded as part of Operation Vega in the 4th quarter of 2023 “show impaired driving continues to be a troublingly prolific offence,” the police said, adding that “2023 witnessed the highest number of impaired driving arrests over a three-year period.” Robert Cardwell, Acting Superintendent, Tactical Support Division stated: “We must move away from a […]

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Winter Hours Of Clockwater Mall In Effect

January 4, 2024

The West End Development Corporation [WEDCO] has announced the winter hours for the Clocktower Mall, effective January 1st. A spokesperson said, “The West End Development Corporation [WEDCO] would like to announce the winter hours of the Clocktower Mall. Effective January 1st, the Clocktower will be open daily from 11 am to 4 pm with extended […]

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Ministry Of Labour Year End Review 2023

January 4, 2024

The Ministry of Economy and Labour released its 2023 End of Year Report, Enhancing Bermuda’s Social and Economic Wellbeing which they said “showcases a diverse range of activities and initiatives that were carried out to enhance Bermuda’s social and economic framework.” A Government spokesperson said, “Throughout 2023, departments within the Ministry of Economy and Labour […]

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Sir Ben Ainslie Steps Down As SailGP Driver

January 4, 2024

Sir Ben Ainslie has announced he is stepping down as driver of the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team. Ainslie will continue his role as CEO of Emirates GBR but will hand over the wheel to double Olympic Gold medallist and America’s Cup teammate Giles Scott MBE. Speaking after his final SailGP Event as driver in Dubai, […]

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Bowling: Star Lites, Last Pin & Islanders Win

January 4, 2024

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the fifth-placed Blue Angels fall 4 – 0 to the third-placed Star Lites, the league leaders Last Pin defeat fourth-placed Pinsplitters 3 – 1, and the second-placed Islanders defeat the sixth-placed New Comers 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: 237 McNeil Simmons 223 Llewellyn […]

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Police Appeal: Locate 15-Year-Old Linzae Cann

January 4, 2024

The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Linzae Cann. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Linzae Cann. “Ms Cann is described as being 5’6” in height, slim built, approximately 110 lbs, light-complexioned with shoulder-length brown hair. “She was last seen around 6:30 […]

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Government / Official Gazette

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATES IN THE OCCUPATION OF WELDER | Government of Bermuda

January 3, 2024

GOVERNMENT OF BERMUDA National Certification Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of National Certification Notice ID: Public Authorities/Department: Workforce Development Publication Date:

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INFORMATION COMMISSIONER MS. LaKAI DILL | Government of Bermuda

January 3, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT DEPUTY INFORMATION COMMISSIONER Her Excellency the Governor is pleased to appoint Ms. LaKai Dill, Acting Deputy Information Commissioner, to act as the Information Commissioner from

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ICO Decisions On Four PATI Requests

January 3, 2024

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued decisions on several PATI requests. A spokesperson said, “On 15 December 2023, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 48/2023, Cabinet Office, which considered the Cabinet Office’s failure to issue an internal review on a PATI request for records relating to BPMS Ltd., InnoFund Ltd. and the InnoFund Innovation Incubator, including […]

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Traffic Notices For Triangle Challenge Races

January 3, 2024

The Ministry of Public Works has issued Road Traffic Notices regarding the 2024 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge Events. Butterfield Front Street Mile Races The traffic notice says, “For the convenience of persons attending the Butterfield Mile Races on Front Street on the above date, the following advisory notice is given: This Traffic Order shall be […]

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Mirrors Partners With Success Academy

January 3, 2024

The Mirrors Programme announced a collaborative partnership with Success Academy, noting that “Success Academy has been actively volunteering in the Mirrors Programme’s Field of Learning Garden and will continue to do so on a weekly basis as part of a tailored curriculum designed especially for them.” “We are thrilled to welcome Success Academy into the Mirrors […]

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Shaun Goater Praised By City Women’s Striker

January 3, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Khadija “Bunny” Shaw, the Jamaica women’s national team footballer, has praised Shaun Goater for helping her become a more cunning and deadly striker for Manchester City Women. Shaw, who joined City in 2021, has been working closely with Goater, who permanently joined the club’s coaching staff almost a year ago. Goater […]

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Bermuda Welcomes First Baby Of 2024

January 3, 2024

Bermuda welcomed its first baby of 2024, Isabelle Clare Faries, born at 5:37 pm on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s first baby of 2024 was born on Tuesday 2 January 2024 at 5.37pm. Isabelle Clare Faries weighed 6 lbs and 7 ounces and Bermudian parents Ryan and Lyndsay Faries say they’ll call […]

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Government / Official Gazette

List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on January 3, 2024 | Government of Bermuda

January 3, 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 & Video: Howard Swim Team In Bermuda

January 3, 2024

Nicholas Askew, the head swimming and diving coach at Howard University,l believes Bermuda is the perfect destination for their weeklong winter training camp. The men’s and women’s teams – which includes Bermudian Myeisha Sharrieff – and their coaches and support staff arrived on the island on Friday and are sharpening their techniques at the National […]

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BHB Purchases Craig Appin House Building

January 3, 2024

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced it has “purchased Craig Appin House in Hamilton in a favourable deal that protects it from future rental increases.” A spokesperson said, “BHB has rented space in Craig Appin for over ten years, after it had to decant its Human Resources, ITS and Finance offices from the Queen Elizabeth […]

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Tyler Kerr To Do Muay Thai Training In Thailand

January 3, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Tyler Kerr will spend the next several months in Thailand pursuing his Muay Thai ambitions, training at respected gyms, fighting on local shows, and immersing himself in the culture. The Bermudian said it has long been his dream to “eat, sleep, and breathe” the “art of the eight limbs” in the […]

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Column: Honouring Wade “Tick” Gibbons

January 3, 2024

[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] “No, I won’t be afraid Oh, I won’t be afraid Just as long as you stand, stand by me” – Ben E. King We often hear claims about men not supporting each other in times of need. Or that men are afraid to show their true emotions. On Friday, 29th […]

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Jessica Lewis Ranked In Top 10 In Three Distances

January 3, 2024

As the new year starts, Jessica Lewis is ranked in the top 10 in the world in three different distances. The Bermudian sprinter is ranked 5th in the T53 women’s 100m after clocking a time of 16.52 on May 27th, 2023 in Nottwil, Switzerland. With a time of 58.12, Lewis is ranked 7th in the […]

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Wallpaper Wednesday: Time Flies On The Beach

January 3, 2024

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a watch with wings on the beach, signifying that time flies. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download […]

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Bermuda Sandcastle Wishes Positivity For 2024

January 3, 2024

The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition wished the island a “Happy 2024″ with a unique sculpture. In addition to wishing a “Happy 2024,” the sandcastle also reminds “of positive suggestions to focus on” coming into the new year. They posted the images below on Facebook, saying, “Happy New Year everyone! There were so many good omens during […]

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JC’s Café Arcade opened after much delay

January 3, 2024

When Jean Claude Garzia first took over the restaurant space in the Walker Arcade, he thought it would take three months to get it open again.
“I never imagined it would take more than a year,” Mr Ga…

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Digicel takeover consultation closes

January 3, 2024

This summer’s takeover of the Digicel Group by its bondholders is being considered by the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda after public input to the consultation ended overnight.
Written comments were …

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News / Royal Gazette

Motorcyclist left ‘high and dry’ after crash with golf cart

January 3, 2024

A Bermudian motorcyclist injured in a collision with a golf cart on a public road running through Mid Ocean Club in Tucker’s Town is calling for club patrons to take more care.
Anthony Seaman, 60, suf…

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Funding not ‘fully secured’, Gencom discloses in November

January 3, 2024

Submissions made to the Information Commissioner’s Office in November by Gencom said financing for the Fairmont Southampton hotel project was at that time still not “fully secured”, according to a dec…

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News / Royal Gazette

Bermuda ends 2023 with 77.36in of rain

January 3, 2024

Bermuda’s wettest year in 121 years finished with the island racking up 77.36in of rain, according to the Bermuda Weather Service.
After a sunny start to 2024, the downpours continued yesterday with t…

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News / Royal Gazette

John Stephen Dunleavy (1946-2023): outgoing policeman

January 3, 2024

A sporting police sergeant with a love of the community beat adopted Bermuda as his home from his arrival on the island in 1968.
Steve Dunleavy served on Bermuda’s murder squad during the tumultuous p…

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News / Royal Gazette

Minister warns employers over holiday pay for staff

January 3, 2024

Some employers are not giving staff the holiday pay they are due, according to the labour minister Jason Hayward.
The issue affects the paid leave entitlement for personal service employees who receiv…

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Carey Olsen’s Steven Rees Davies Recognized

January 3, 2024

Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited partner Steven Rees Davies has been recognised as one of Bermuda’s leading practitioners in FinTech and blockchain by Who’s Who Legal. A spokesperson said, “Who’s Who Legal has featured Steven in its 2023 FinTech and Blockchain Report, which recognises leading FinTech and blockchain legal practitioners from across the world. The report […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 2 2024

January 3, 2024

January 2 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,370.71, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 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: Dec 29 […]

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Valaris Secures $519M Contract With Petrobras

January 3, 2024

Valaris Limited has announced the award of a 1,064-day contract for drillship VALARIS DS-4 with Petrobras offshore Brazil. A spokesperson said, “Valaris Limited announced today that it has been awarded a 1,064-day contract for drillship VALARIS DS-4 with Petrobras offshore Brazil following a competitive bidding process. Based on the firm contract term, the total contract […]

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Increased overseas contingent confirmed for Bermuda Triangle Challenge

January 3, 2024

More than 70 overseas runners are heading to the island to participate in the Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge.
The group, mostly made up of athletes from the United States is being brought to Bermuda…

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News / Royal Gazette

Tips for catching 2024’s first meteor shower

January 2, 2024

The island’s stargazers stand a chance of spotting a seasonal meteor shower at its peak over the next two days.
Astronomers online were hopeful of a break in the poor weather to catch sight of the Qua…

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Milan Butterfield rescues point for Nuneaton Borough

January 2, 2024

Milan Butterfield came off the bench to rescue a point for Nuneaton Borough in a 1-1 away draw against Leamington in a Southern League Premier Division Central encounter played on New Year’s Day.
The …

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30 Minute Video: Jan 2 ZBM Evening News

January 2, 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 […]

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New Year’s Weekend Arrests & Policing Activity

January 2, 2024

During the New Year’s Day holiday weekend, the police arrested four males for possessing bladed articles, six people on suspicion of impaired driving, and 13 people were arrested for various other offenses. A police spokesperson said, “During the New Year’s Day holiday weekend – from 5pm Friday, 29th December 2023 until 5am Tuesday, 2nd January […]

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City To Trial New Software In No 5 Car Park

January 2, 2024

The City of Hamilton advised “that, as of January 3rd, 2024, the City will be trialing its new License Plate Recognition [LPR] Software at the Number 5 car park on Front Street [next to Pier 6]. A spokesperson said, “LPR will create a new parking system that will give motorists various ticketless parking options using […]

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