Bermuda News Updates

Video: “Foster Bermuda’s Future” Campaign

May 11, 2023

Minister of Social Development & Seniors Tinee Furbert and Foster Care Coordinator Selena Simons held a press conference this morning [May 11] to discuss the “Foster Bermuda’s Future” awareness campaign. Minister Furbert said, “During May we celebrate Foster Care Month, and today the Ministry of Social Development and Seniors and the Department of Child and Family […]

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Centenarians To Be Celebrated At Mothers’ Day

May 11, 2023

Centenarians will be celebrated at the Strength for the Journey Mothers’ Day Celebration event. The event will honour three women – Dr. Dorothy Mathews Paynter, Emily Eva Outerbridge, and Myrtle Burrows – all of whom are more than 100 years old. A spokesperson said, “We are excited and look forward to celebrating mothers who have […]

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Photos: Students Take Part In ‘Climate Classroom’

May 11, 2023

Over 180 Bermuda students took part in an immersive learning experience — the “The Climate Classroom” — at BIOS. A spokesperson said, “A new collaboration between BIOS and the Overview Collective provided an exciting educational opportunity for Bermudian students called The Climate Classroom. With support from lead sponsor HSBC, over 180 students participated in this gamified […]

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Black Pearl Leading Antigua Bermuda Race

May 11, 2023

Stefan Jentzsch’s Botin Black Pearl has pulled ahead in the Antigua Bermuda Race as of Thursday morning [May 11]. A spokesperson said, “After trailing the Tod Slyngstad’s HH 66 catamaran Nemo by approximately 50 miles on Wednesday, Stefan Jentzsch’s Botin 56 Black Pearl has pulled ahead by 3 miles as of 0600 Thursday morning. Both […]

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May 17: BZS To Hold Free Lecture On Seahorses

May 11, 2023

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] will be holding a free virtual lecture series on Bermuda’s seahorses on Wednesday, May 17th. Presenters include Kate Cooper & Jessica Kehrli, BAMZ Aquarists, and Jessica Young, Edward Dawson and Deanna Friesen from Warwick Academy. The lecture will “provide update on Bermuda’s seahorse population from The Warwick Academy Seahorse Project.[The […]

News / Royal Gazette

Netflix star Constance Nunes to be judge at island motor festival

May 11, 2023

Powerboats and jet skis will this year feature alongside cars and bikes in a motor festival on Front Street.
The annual Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge event on July 2, named Motor Fest 441, also gets som…

News / Royal Gazette

Plans submitted to turn former rectory into residential care centre

May 11, 2023

Plans to convert a former church rectory into a residential treatment centre have been submitted to the Department of Planning.

The project, launched by Habitat for Humanity of Bermuda along with …

Fortitude Re expands office space to prepare for growth

May 11, 2023

Fortitude Re this week celebrated the completion of a $2 million renovation project at their Chesney House, Pitts Bay Road headquarters.
They marked the modernisation of their open-plan workspace with…

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May 11, 2023

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May 11, 2023

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Fine and roads ban for man who refused to take a breath test

May 11, 2023

A man who refused to take a breath test when he was stopped by police carrying out roadside sobriety checks has been disqualified from driving all vehicles for 18 months.
Samuel Fisher, 52, from Pemb…

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Fortitude Re Celebrates Office Expansion

May 11, 2023

Fortitude Re marked the official opening of their expanded and newly renovated office space with a cocktail reception attended by the Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward and Senator Arianna Hodgson, Junior Minister for Labour, Finance and Health. A spokesperson said, “Fortitude Re, first licensed in 2017, now employs 38 people in Bermuda, with […]

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Photos: Opening Of Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre

May 11, 2023

The Minister of Health, Kim Wilson attended the official opening of the Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre on Princess Street in Hamilton. A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday, the Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP, attended the official opening of the Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre, 22 Princess Street, Hamilton. “Expanding the premises has allowed the Bermuda […]

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‘Murder In Bermuda’ Available On Audible

May 11, 2023

James Patterson’s novel Murder in Bermuda – a crime thriller set on the island – is now available on Audible. The Audible website said, “Brilliant, silver-tongued Beth Heller [Mary-Louise Parker] is a lawyer with one client: her family’s criminal empire. “When Beth moves to the beautiful island of Bermuda to set up a tax haven […]

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Free Lecture On Bermuda Cahow Genetic Project

May 11, 2023

CariGenetics is inviting members of the community to a public lecture on Saturday, May 20 at the Bermuda College. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is inviting members of the community to a public lecture with a twist! On Saturday, 20 May 2023, we will be hosting our first relay public lecture, where each set of presenters […]

News / Royal Gazette

Driver who caused crash banned from roads and fined $1,000

May 11, 2023

A driver who caused a collision in Devonshire that resulted in a man being admitted to hospital has been disqualified from driving all vehicles for six months.
Damien Campbell, 26, from St George’s, …

News / Royal Gazette

Smith’s Island archaeology project receives $130,000 grant

May 11, 2023

An archaeological study of Smith’s Island has been awarded a two-year $130,000 grant to help fund its work.
Michael Jarvis, who leads the Smith’s Island Archaeology Project, said the project had been …

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Somersfield Academy Win BSSF Hockey

May 11, 2023

Somersfield Academy won the double at the BSSF/BHF Middle School Hockey Tournament by winning the girls and boys tournament. The day started with a skills and drills session led by the Bermuda Hockey Federation volunteers followed by a round robin tournament. Somersfield won the boys division after finishing with three wins and a draw. They […]

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‘Bermudair’ Files For Air Carrier Permit

May 11, 2023

A new airline called Bermudair aims to launch operations from Bermuda with permission from the United States Department of Transportation. A story on the website One Mile At A Time said, “A company named Bermudair has filed with the United States Department of Transportation, requesting a foreign air carrier permit. The airline startup wants to […]

BFA parts ways with national coach Kyle Lightbourne

May 11, 2023

Kyle Lightbourne’s tenure as Bermuda football coach has come to an end, The Royal Gazette can reveal.
Lightbourne’s contract, and that of his assistant, Ray Jones, has not been renewed, with the decis…

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Golf: Leseur Wins IU-Kokomo Spring Invitational

May 11, 2023

Bermuda’s Kenny Leseur took medalist honors at the IU-Kokomo Spring Invitational. The 36-hole tournament was shortened to 18 holes due to weather conditions. Leseur was one of four Butler University players who played as individuals at the event. Leseur carded an even-par 72 in cold, blustery conditions at Wildcat Creek Golf Course. That gave him […]

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BFA Does Not Renew Lightbourne’s Contract

May 11, 2023

The BFA confirmed that they “decided not to renew the contracts of the senior men’s national team coaching staff” and said they “express our utmost thanks and appreciation to Kyle Lightbourne and his staff.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is committed to achieving its strategic goals by continuously improving the structure and […]

Demand only growing for IBC/ZipX services

May 11, 2023

For ZipX, business has been going in one direction since the pandemic began – up.
“We have seen a steady increase in volume in not only shipments, but also in weight over the last year,” said IBC/Zip…

Credit ratings for Citadel Re withdrawn

May 11, 2023

Uncertainty surrounds the future business prospects for a Bermuda reinsurer and its long-troubled American insurer after recent regulatory and credit rating action, AM Best has concluded.
And the rati…

News / Royal Gazette

Millions of dollars in revenue up in smoke after one-off tobacco duty cut

May 11, 2023

The Government lost out on almost $12 million in customs revenue after allowing a local cigarette manufacturer to pay reduced import duty on tobacco for six months, according to public records.
The Sm…

News / Royal Gazette

Head-to-head clash for Mayor of St George reaches climax today

May 11, 2023

As voters go to the polls today in what could be the last corporation elections, the battle for Mayor of St George rages on.
A former holder of the office, Quinell Francis, is seeking to topple the i…

Charles Trott’s season hangs in balance as surgery looms

May 11, 2023

Despite making a spectacular debut for St George’s in their morale-boosting win over 50 Overs champions St David’s at the weekend, Charles Trott’s season now hangs in the balance.
The all-rounder stro…

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Minister Furbert’s Trip To Florida Cost $4,164

May 11, 2023

A trip in March 2023 by Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert to Florida for the SeaTrade Cruise Global Conference cost $4,164.00, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from March 26, 2023 – March 30, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Wayne L […]

News / Royal Gazette

Tourism figures show ‘continued recovery in the industry’ – BTA

May 11, 2023

Leisure air arrivals for the first quarter of 2023 are up 88.1 per cent compared with Q1 of 2022, the Bermuda Tourism Authority said today.
Last year the authority reported 7,172 air leisure and vacat…

News / Royal Gazette

Woman tells court she was sexually exploited as child

May 11, 2023

A woman told the Supreme Court how she was repeatedly sexually exploited as a child about 30 years ago by a man who lived in her family home.
The witness said that while the offences took place in the…

News / Royal Gazette

Owner wrestled with conscience over whether to keep shop open

May 11, 2023

Michael Heslop was a smoker when he launched his local cigarette manufacturing business in 2013.
That changed three years later after he found God.
Mr Heslop told The Royal Gazette that he wrestled wi…

Kyle Lightbourne to depart as national coach after contract not renewed

May 10, 2023

Kyle Lightbourne’s tenure as national football coach has come to an end, The Royal Gazette can reveal.
Lightbourne’s contract, and that of his assistant Ray Jones, has not been renewed, with the decis…

Somersfield Academy do Middle Schools Hockey double

May 10, 2023

Somersfield Academy did the double at the BSSF/BHF Middle school hockey tournament by winning both the girls and boys tournaments.
The tremendous day of action started with a skills and drills session…

Bernews / News

BTA: “Figures Indicate Continued Recovery”

May 10, 2023

Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced today that “the latest tourism figures indicate continued recovery in the industry.” A spokesperson said, “Leisure air arrivals up 88.1% compared to 2022. Canada’s year-over-year visitation saw an increase of 296%. With the removal of their COVID-19 entry protocols, ease of travel allowed the BTA to reengage this market through […]

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Road Traffic Advisory For Bermuda Day Events

May 10, 2023

The Ministry of Public Works has issued a road traffic advisory related to Bermuda Day events which will be held on Friday, May 26th. The notice said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that the Bermuda Day road race and Parade will take place on Friday, May 26th, 2023 between the hours […]

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Water & Wastewater Consultation Phase II

May 10, 2023

“We have received initial feedback from stakeholders, and now we look forward to getting broader input on the proposed recommendations,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch, as the Ministry launches the second phase of consultation over the regulatory structure governing water and wastewater. A Government spokesperson said, “With the assistance of water regulatory […]

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Mirrors’ 7th Annual Art & Digital Competition

May 10, 2023

Mirrors’ seventh annual Student Art & Digital Competition is now accepting submissions until Friday, June 23rd. “This year we are asking young artists to submit artwork in response to the theme, ‘My Happy Place,’” said Ms. Jeanene Todd, Programme Manager for The Mirrors Programme. The competition is open to Primary, Middle, and Senior School students. Entries should […]

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Donate Blood For A Chance To Win A Prize

May 10, 2023

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] and Bermuda Blood Donor Centre expressed their gratitude to the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club for generously donating two prizes to acknowledge Bermuda’s blood and apheresis donors. A spokesperson said, “The prizes, which consist of a stay at the hotel and a champagne brunch, will be awarded to winners selected from […]

Former West Indies wicketkeeper Thelston Payne dies, aged 66

May 10, 2023

West Indies cricket is mourning the death of former wicketkeeper Thelston Payne, a friend of Bermuda, who passed away today at the age of 66.
Payne, who succumbed to pancreatic cancer, was a stylish l…

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BUEI Films To Screen ‘Sharper’ & ‘The Lost King’

May 10, 2023

Films at BUEI continues at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] with the screening of ‘Sharper’ on Saturday [May 13] at 7.00pm and ‘The Lost King’ on Saturday, May 27 at 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Films at BUEI continues at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] with the screening of ‘Sharper’ on Saturday May 13th […]

News / Royal Gazette

Vandals damage school bus for children with special needs

May 10, 2023

A school bus for children with special needs has been taken off the roads after being damaged extensively from an act of vandalism, a school associate said.
Smiley’s Bus is used by the Dame Marjorie B…

News / Royal Gazette

World Lupus Day observed

May 10, 2023

An organisation made to spread awareness of an autoimmune disorder took to Hamilton’s City Hall today to educate passers-by in spite of the rainy weather.
The Bermuda Lupus Association set up tents in…

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Ebbin & Team Finish 3rd In Presidents Trophy

May 10, 2023

Christian Ebbin and his St. George’s School Sailing teammates finished 3rd competing in the NESSA Team Racing Championship [Presidents Trophy]. On the waters of Boston, St. George’s and The Hotchkiss School both finished the regatta with records of 13&7, with Hotchkiss ruled in second behind the winners Brunswick School. Related Stories Bermuda Sailors Continue In […]

News / Royal Gazette

Diabates charity has official opening of its offices

May 10, 2023

A charity aimed at reducing diabetes on the island officially opened its Princess Street headquarters this afternoon.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, was at the event and congratulated the Bermud…

Butterfield down 14 cents on NYSE

May 10, 2023

The RG/BSX Index was unchanged on Wednesday closing at 2,109.10 with 2,400 shares changing hands on the Bermuda Stock Exchange at a value of $22,200.
Of those shares, 2,000 were Argus Group Holdings w…

News / Royal Gazette

Ducking Stool Re-enactment

May 10, 2023

Ducking Stool Re-enactment (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

RA working with Digicel on internet price hikes

May 10, 2023

The news that Digicel intends to raise their Bermuda internet rates was a cause of concern among some subscribers.
But some have raised further alarm because of Regulatory Authority requirements t…

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High-performance sponsorship programme

May 10, 2023

The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation is currently accepting applications for the High-Performance Sponsorship programme.

Applications for the High-Performance Sponsorship programme will be open until June 30^th, 2023, for those who meet the criteria. To apply, persons can visit: www.youthandsport.bm.

The aim of the sponsorship is as follows:

To recognize Bermudian athletes who clearly demonstrate the commitment and performance as a high-performing athlete.

Government / News

Third Annual Cultural Conference to host Creatives

May 10, 2023

Tomorrow (May 11), the Department of Culture will host its 3^rd Annual Cultural Stakeholder Conference, which will bring together key members of the island’s creative community.

The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Sen. Owen K. Darrell, JP, will open the event, which takes place at the Spinning Wheel Entertainment Complex from 6.00 pm. – 9.00 pm.

Tomorrow’s event is free and open to the public.

Government / News

Bermuda Job Board Site Updates and Improvements Enhance User Experience

May 10, 2023

The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is pleased to announce that new updates and improvements to enhance the user experience and productivity of the Bermuda Job Board are now live.