Bermuda News Updates

BHB Offer Raffle Prizes For Blood Donation

January 2, 2024

Bermuda Hospitals Board has announced a new initiative to boost blood donations with a Valentine’s Day Raffle. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board today announces a raffle being run by the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre. Starting on Tuesday 2 January 2024, if an existing blood donor brings another person who hasn’t donated before to donate […]

MSL appoints David Sykes

January 2, 2024

A veteran of Bermuda’s captive insurance industry has joined US-based MSL Captive Solutions Inc as chief financial officer.
David Sykes was most recently managing director of Strategic Risk Solutions …

Butterfield up on NYSE

January 2, 2024

The RG/BSX Index closed on Tuesday unchanged at 2,370.71 after a day of no trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Overseas, Butterfield Bank closed up three cents (0.094 per cent) at $32.04 on the New…

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Weather Forecast For Wednesday January 3

January 2, 2024

Wednesday, January 3 is expected to be windy with a few clouds from time to time, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F, and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will be at […]

News / Royal Gazette

Ticketless parking to be trialled in City of Hamilton

January 2, 2024

The City of Hamilton is to test a ticketless parking system based on license plate recognition.
The new system will be piloted at the Number 5 car park on Front Street next to Pier Six from tomorrow….

News / Royal Gazette

More than 20 arrests made over the New Year’s holiday

January 2, 2024

Police made 23 arrests over the New Year’s holiday, including six for impaired driving and four for possession of a bladed article.
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service provided an update of pol…

American Overseas Group reports net income of $4.3m

January 2, 2024

American Overseas Group Ltd, the insurance holding company incorporated in Bermuda, has reported consolidated net income available to common shareholders of $4.3 million for the three months ended Sep…

Argus adds three new directors

January 2, 2024

Three new directors were elected, and four long-time directors did not stand for re-election, at the annual general meeting of Argus Group Holdings Ltd.
In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Ar…

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Bermudian artists featured during Miami Art Week

January 2, 2024

Bermudian artists exhibited work at a fair during Miami Art Week.
AB Wilson, Meredith Andrews, James Cooper and Charles Zuill were featured alongside artists from the Caribbean in the Atlantic Arthou…

R&Q cofounder Alan Quilter retires

January 2, 2024

Bermudian-based R&Q Insurance Holdings Ltd has confirmed the retirement of cofounder Alan Quilter, who has also stepped down from the company’s board of directors.
R&Q, the non-life global spe…

Digicel takeover consultation closes tonight

January 2, 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 ends just before midnight.
Written com…

Carey Olsen partner is featured in Who’s Who Legal

January 2, 2024

Steven Rees Davies, a partner at Carey Olsen Bermuda Ltd, has been recognised as one of the island’s leading practitioners in fintech and blockchain by Who’s Who Legal, the firm has announced.
Who Who…

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: MARKANTHONY SWAN & TANYA JONES | Government of Bermuda

January 2, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- MARKANTHONY EDWIN SWAN ofSANDYS Parish (Widower)andTANYA ROXANNE JONES ofSANDYS Parish (Single)

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Marriage Notice: RAKEYSHA ROBINSON & ZACHERY SIMONS | Government of Bermuda

January 2, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- RAYKESHA DAYTONA LASHAE ROBINSON ofWARWICK Parish (Single)andZACHERY JASANAE MANASSEH SIMONS ofST. GEORGE’S Parish (Single)

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Marriage Notice: NEVILLE WESTON & MARTA JACKOWSKA | Government of Bermuda

January 2, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- NEVILLE EDWARD WESTON ofHAMILTON Parish (Widower)andMARTA JACKOWSKA ofLublinPoland (Single)

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Marriage Notice: TEIKO FURBERT & ZONIQUE JAMES | Government of Bermuda

January 2, 2024

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- TEIKO DAVID JAMAL FURBERT ofWARWICK Parish (Single)andZONIQUE MARIE JAMES ofWARWICK Parish (Divorced)

Government / Official Gazette

BERMUDA MONETARY AUTHORITY ACCELERANT RE LTD | Government of Bermuda

January 2, 2024

ORDER INSURANCE ACT 1978 CANCELLATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 41(1)(a) The BERMUDA MONETARY AUTHORITY in exercise of the powers

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New Year’s Day Motocross Race Results

January 2, 2024

Allan DeGraff continued his rich vein of form after winning the Expert class in the Bermuda Motocross Association’s New Year’s Day Trophy Race Series at the Southside Motocross Track yesterday. DeGraff, who also won his class in the Boxing Day Trophy Race Series, was the best rider once again, finishing ahead of second-place Zico Majors […]

News / Royal Gazette

Minister warns employers over vacation pay for staff

January 2, 2024

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

PHC dedicate Friendship Trophy triumph to Marco Warren

January 2, 2024

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PHC Zebras paid a heart-warming tribute to Marco Warren after edging Somerset Trojans to retain the Friendship Trophy in an entertaining final at Wellington Oval y…

Washington Mall rises from occupancy slump

January 2, 2024

Bermuda’s premier shopping mall expects to rebound in 2024 as it exits the occupancy slump of the pandemic years.
The Washington Mall expects retail occupancy to rise to 92 per cent in the new year – …

Life insurers asked to promote post-Covid morbidity tests

January 2, 2024

More people than expected continue to die since the Covid pandemic and a non-profit created by life insurance executives has proposed that insurers test policyholders for various common causes of morb…

News / Royal Gazette

Four named in New Year’s Honours List

January 2, 2024

Four Bermudians have been recognised for their contributions to the island on the King’s 2024 New Year’s Honours List.
Kimberley Durrant, the director of the London Office, was honoured for public ser…

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Former Horizon employee seeks enforcement of judgment

January 2, 2024

A former employee of Horizon Communications has filed papers with the Supreme Court for enforcement of a tribunal judgment on the company to pay outstanding wages.
Ross Barkwell was terminated from Ho…

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Pioneering nurse Edna Jones celebrates 100th birthday

January 2, 2024

Edna Mae Jones does not consider herself a history-maker. But that’s exactly what she is.
In 1947, she was awarded a scholarship to train as a nurse in Britain. The scholarship, established by the Bri…

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Olde Towne celebrates new year in style

January 2, 2024

The Olde Towne rung in the new year in true Bermudian style, with thousands gathering in St George to celebrate the dawn of 2024.
King’s Square, already brightly illuminated for the holiday season, be…

St David’s overcome ten-man Colts to clinch First Division Shield

January 2, 2024

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James Pace scored a brace as St David’s Warriors were crowned First Division Shield champions with victory over ten-man Devonshire Colts at Wellington Ova…

Father and son add to exhilarating Trophy Series finale

January 2, 2024

Flying dirt, pungent fumes of high octane racing fuel and the distinctive sound of high powered engines filled the air at Southside Raceway yesterday, as the New Year’s Day Trophy Racing Series reache…

Ten-man Cougars go into new year as top dogs

January 2, 2024

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Devonshire Cougars moved to the top of the Premier Division at the halfway point of the season after fighting back from two goals down to beat Dandy Town…

Father and son duo among those crowned champions in exhilarating motocross finale

January 1, 2024

Flying dirt, pungent fumes of high octane racing fuel and the distinctive sound of high powered engines filled the air at Southside Raceway yesterday, as the New Year’s Day Trophy Racing Series reache…

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Minister Hayward On Paid Leave Entitlement

January 1, 2024

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said he ”would like to take this opportunity to bring clarity to the paid leave entitlement for personal service employees who receive commission and employees who receive gratuities and services charges in accordance with the Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage] Order 2023.” Minister Hayward said, “The Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage] […]

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Francis Patton Wins People’s Choice Award

January 1, 2024

Skyport announced that the People’s Choice Award winner of the Christmas Carol-off – which was decided by a vote on Instagram — is Francis Patton Primary School, which will received $1200. In a post on social media, Skyport said, “The People’s Choice Award Winners are: Francis Patton Primary School. $1200 goes to them to aid of growing […]

PHC dedicate Friendship Trophy triumph to captain Marco Warren

January 1, 2024

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PHC Zebras paid a heart-warming tribute to late captain Marco Warren after edging Somerset Trojans to retain the Friendship Trophy in an entertaining final at Well…

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Police: Ajahni Lema-Bascome Located

January 1, 2024

The police confirmed that Ajahni Lema-Bascome — a 16-year-old who was first reported missing back in November 2023 — has been located safe and well. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service wishes to inform the public that Ajahni Lema-Bascome has been located safe and well.” Related Stories Ajahni Lema Bascome Seen In Pembroke […]

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Weather Forecast For Tuesday January 2

January 1, 2024

Tuesday, January 2 is expected to see early sunny periods with rain showers developing in the afternoon, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be […]

St David’s overcome ten-man Colts to clinch Friendship Shield

January 1, 2024

St David’s Warriors 3 Devonshire Colts 1

James Pace scored a brace as St David’s Warriors were crowned Friendship Shield champions with victory over ten-man Devonshire Colts at Wellington Oval ye…

Guy Carpenter: responsive January renewals market

January 1, 2024

The reinsurance community has rung in the new year with a responsive market for January 1 renewals, after an estimated 2023 increase in traditional capital of 12 per cent, an analysis by Guy Carpenter…

Richard Sammons joins Gallagher Re this month

January 1, 2024

A top broker based in Bermuda will assume a senior specialty leadership position at a global reinsurance broker, leading a specialty aerospace unit.
Gallagher Re said that Richard Sammons is joining i…

Burrows Lightbourn ‘bullish’ about Bermuda

January 1, 2024

Liquor store sales fell 36.8 per cent between March and July, according to the latest retail sales index figures, but drinks distributor Burrows
Lightbourn is doing just fine.
“Business has been very…

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Photos, Video & 360: New Year’s In St. George’s

January 1, 2024

The Corporation of St. George hosted their New Year’s Eve celebration last night [Dec 31] at King’s Square, ringing in 2024 with music, local entertainment, and the traditional dropping of the Bermuda Onion at midnight. You can view photos from the event below, and all our coverage of New Year’s Eve here. Related Stories Photos & 360: New […]

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Devonshire Cougars, Southampton Rangers Win

January 1, 2024

Footballers in both the Premier Division and First Division were in action this weekend, with the Devonshire Cougars and Southampton Rangers both earning wins. Premier Division Dandy Town Hornets 2 Devonshire Cougars 3 The Devonshire Cougars will be the league leaders when the second half of the season gets underway following their 3 – 2 […]

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Slideshow: 2023 Bermuda Good News Covers

January 1, 2024

As a reminder of the many good news stories that the island produced throughout 2023, the slideshow below highlights Bernews’ good news video covers from the past year, with stories including sports, community activities, charitable work, and much more. From major achievements in fields such as as academics and entertainment, to Bermudian athletes winning major […]

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Bermuda Sailors Conclude 2023 Orange Bowl

January 1, 2024

The TUUCI Orange Bowl International Youth Regatta came to an end in Florida, with four more races were sailed in the Optimist Fleet taking the series to twelve races. Evan Davis led the Bermuda fleet, with 332 net points finishing in 93rd place. Aiden Mahoney finished in 145th with 512 net points, while Calypso Coulter […]

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Morning Newsflash & Weekend Reports, Photos

January 1, 2024

This past weekend saw the island celebrate the start of a New Year, St. David’s County Cricket Club celebrating LeiLanni Nesbeth and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: New Year’s Eve Drops Around The World Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For December 2023 […]

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June 2023: Mother Nature wreaks havoc

January 1, 2024

Downpours caused cancellations to traditional summer events in June and were blamed for potholes, which in turn were said to have caused damage to taxis.
By the fifth of the month, the island had reco…

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July 2023: Rethink forced on primary school closures

January 1, 2024

David Burt revealed that the Government would re-evaluate the scoring process that was used to determine which primary schools should close as part of its education reform plans.
The Premier, along wi…

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August 2023: Changing faces in the OBA

January 1, 2024

August brought about a change in the political landscape after Cole Simons, the Leader of the Opposition, announced his retirement from public life.
The veteran MP, 71, who had represented Smith’s Sou…

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September 2023: Cyberattack strikes at ‘very heart’ of government

January 1, 2024

The reverberations from a crippling cyberattack that struck at the “very heart of public services” in Bermuda in mid-September were still being felt as 2023 drew to a close.
The hackers infiltrated th…

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October 2023: Sun shines on Just A Farmer

January 1, 2024

A dispute over a chicken coop made headlines after a farmer was warned by the Government that his lease would be terminated.
Malachi Symonds had leased and cleared a government-owned plot of land acro…

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