Bermuda News Updates

Friday, April 28 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, turning cloudier later, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 6.35am and sunset […]

The Department of Parks is “informing the public that due to the Ag Show, dog walking will be prohibited at the Botanical Gardens from April 27th to 29th.” A Government spokesperson said, “The public should also advised that the due to the event, the Department of Parks will be closed during this period. The Department […]

The UK Government has confirmed that “work will shortly commence to return the Bermuda specific BMU code to Bermudian British Overseas Territory Citizen passports in 2024.” A spokesperson said, “This follows the establishment last year of a UK/Bermuda Working Group and successful discussions with a range of stakeholders in that forum. “Further information will be […]

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 05/2023 in regards to the Cabinet Office. A spokesperson said, “On 20 April 2023, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 05/2023, Cabinet Office. The Applicant had submitted a Public Access to Information [PATI] request to the Cabinet Office for its records about fintech as well as the Fintech Unit. […]

Daniel Phillips continued competing in the J100 Delray Beach ITF Junior Tennis Tournament. Phillips, who is ranked fifth in the singles, played his third round singles match in the tournament, taking on Abhishek Thorat from the United States and losing in straight sets 6-3, 6-3. Alongside American Benjamin Willwerth, Phillips played a doubles match against […]

The police confirmed they are “investigating the sudden death” of a 48-year-old American cruise ship visitor who was “snorkelling with a group when she experienced difficulties and was removed from the water, unresponsive.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is investigating the sudden death of a United States national, following a reported marine incident. “Around […]

Omar Hayward and Yushae DeSilva-Andrade are competing at the Montreal World Boccia Cup this week. A spokesperson said, “Omar and Yushae are competing at the Montreal World Boccia Cup this week from April 25 to April 28 in their first competition of the year. Over 100 athletes from 28 countries are competing. Yushae goes into […]

Detectives are “currently investigating five reported burglaries at separate service stations in various locations” and said that “bulk items like cigarettes appear to be the main items removed.” A police spokesperson said, “All reported incidents occurred in the pre-dawn hours of Saturday, 22nd April, Sunday, 23rd April, Tuesday, 25th April, Wednesday, 26th April and Thursday, […]

Appleby Bermuda Partner Tammy Richardson-Augustus spoke at Princeton’s School of Public and International Affairs for a first of its kind Symposium focused on law, identity, and economic development in the Northern Atlantic and larger Caribbean regions. A spokesperson said, “The Symposium took place on 21 April in Princeton, New Jersey. The Symposium, featuring leading practitioners and […]

Bermuda’s Jahni Simmons’ outstanding goal in the CONCACAF Women’s Under-20 Championship Qualifying match was featured in “Top 20 Caribbean Goals in the Concacaf U20 W Championship Qualification” by Inside Caribbean Football. Simmons’ goal – a stunning long range shot — was ranked at number two on the list. Related Stories Video: Nesbeth Scores In Florida […]

A three-mile Fun Walk & Cycle event has been added to the upcoming Convex End-to-End, providing “a great opportunity for families with small children, primary school students, seniors or anyone who can’t commit to the full day.” A spokesperson said, “The Convex End-to-End Fun Walk & Cycle sponsored by Athene will take place at 2pm […]

Noting they are “deeply disturbed to learn of comments made”, St George’s Preparatory School PTA said they have joined with West End Warriors to “co-host an urgent meeting” at 6.30pm this evening [April 27] and said they “are calling on PTA representatives of any concerned school to attend this meeting.” A spokesperson said, “The St […]

The annual Peppercorn Ceremony took place in St George’s yesterday. A spokesperson said, “Visitors, residents and dignitaries looked on as about 60 members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment paraded at the traditional Peppercorn Ceremony in St George. “Troops were joined by the RBR Band and Corps of Drums for a visit to the town by Her Excellency, the Governor, […]

Saltus Grammar School Middle School track athletes won the Middle Inter School Track & Field championships. A spokesperson said, “They won by an astounding 96 points overall with Chaz Edmead and Saezjhor Dent being crowned as Under-12 and Over-13 age group champions respectively. The Saltus Over-13 boys won and broke the BSSF Inter School record […]

The 344-foot long SeaDream II cruise ship recently paid a visit to Bermuda, stopping in Hamilton. The Cruise Line website said, “SeaDream II is a luxury ship designed to offer a private yacht-style experience for no more than 112 guests. The sister ship of SeaDream I, SeaDream II was built in 1985 and was previously […]

Cameron Basden represented Windermere Prep at the FHSAA 2A District 7 Championships. Basden claimed the men’s long jump title with a top leap of 6.33m which was a personal best for him. Basden also competed in the men’s 200m finishing 12th in a personal best of 23.71. Related Stories Armstrong Advances To Meet Of Champions […]

The public is being invited to crew the Spirit of Bermuda in the Marion Bermuda Race this June. The poster detailing the opportunity says, “$3,000 per person. Board Spirit on June 15; race starts on June 16.” For more information, email info@bermudasloop.org or call 441-737-5667. Related Stories Spirit Of Bermuda To Compete In Marion Race […]

The 163.9-foot long superyacht Ocean Z recently paid a visit to Bermuda. The Yacht Charter Fleet website said, “The 49.9m/163’9″ motor yacht ‘Ocean Z’ [ex. Project Aura] was built by Heesen in the Netherlands at their Oss shipyard. Her interior is styled by British designer design house Reymond Langton Design and she was delivered to […]

The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Arcedis Rawlins. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Arcedis Rawlins. “Mr. Rawlins is described as being 5’ 6”in height, black complexioned, slim built, weighing about 105 lbs, with black hair worn in braids. “He was […]

Jahzuena Bradshaw-Douglas and her Bethany College women’s tennis teammates defeated Tabor University 6 – 1. Bradshaw-Douglas picked up the win in the number one spot in straight sets 6-1, 6-4 against Tara Stewart. Bradshaw-Douglas teamed up with Piper Marquez in the number one doubles spot where they defeated Stewart and Bethany Yutzy 6-1. t Related […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 26] include public notification, notification of planning applications registered and acting appointments. Government Notice for the Draft St. David’s Community Plan Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0386/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 26 April 2023 Draft St. David’s Community Plan Notice 2023 […]