Bermuda News Updates

Ministry: 35 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday

March 20, 2023

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 20] with the list indicating that there are twelve bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 12 runs cancelled this morning, 23 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

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Smith Finishes 5th In Premium Cup Triathlon

March 20, 2023

Tyler Smith finished in fifth while competing in the 2023 Africa Triathlon Premium Cup Nelson Mandela Bay Triathlon Elite Men’s race. Smith clocked a time of 1:42:27; he finished at 15:21 during the 1500m swim, then completed the 40k bike course in 53:19, before marking a time of 32:29 on the 10K run course. Jamie […]

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BNT asks public for help for awards nominations

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda National Trust has called on the public to help them highlight the people and groups that have worked to protect and promote the island’s natural and cultural heritage.
The BNT has launche…

Professional footballer Deniche Hill inspires students at former school

March 20, 2023

Alumni Deniche Hill left a huge impression on students, teachers and family members during a guest appearance at Paget Primary School on Monday.
The 19-year-old took the opportunity to share his exper…

Abir has new line up for leadership committee

March 20, 2023

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers has made changes in the leadership of its most influential committee and has expanded its working groups’ focus areas, drawing on the professional ta…

Digicel continues to support the Bermuda carnival

March 20, 2023

Digicel will continue as title sponsor of NOVA Mas International for the sixth consecutive year of Bermuda’s carnival celebrations.
The telecommunications company said the partnership has elevated the…

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Narraway Continues Competing In Spain

March 20, 2023

Nicholas Narraway and his Telco.m – On Clima – Osés, teammates continued competing in the Men’s Vuelta A Extremadura. In stage three was a 127.7 KM Road Race, Narraway crossed the line in a time of 3:05.42, which put him in 125th place, he was 5:05 behind stage winner Luis Carlos Chia. Related Stories Narraway […]

VT Construction dominate team time-trial

March 20, 2023

It proved a dominant start to the new road racing season for VT Construction in the Bermuda Bicycle Association’s traditional Team Time-Trial.
The race saw teams of three or four riders compete on a n…

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Rescued seal pup named Northlands by woman who found him on Clearwater Beach

March 20, 2023

A lost seal pup recovering at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo has officially been named.
‘Northlands’, was discovered on Clearwater Beach last month, when he was about five weeks old, and was ta…

Bermuda Pacers shine at New York meet

March 20, 2023

Bermuda Pacers Track Club put the island firmly on the map at the 2023 Armory Youth Championships in New York at the weekend.
The local club was represented by a 13-strong team that came away from the…

Flawless Michael Rodrigues on form in Jumping World Challenge

March 20, 2023

Michael Rodrigues produced a penalty-free performance to seal divisional victory in the second leg of Bermuda’2023 FEI Jumping World Challenge.
Competing in the Category C division (1 to 1.1-metres) a…

Anthony Alfonso brings valuation advisory services to Apex clients

March 20, 2023

Apex Group Ltd, the Bermudian-based global financial services provider, has appointed Anthony Alfonso as global head of valuation.
In this newly created role, Mr Alfonso will be responsible for produc…

Toby Mason confirmed as BMA COO

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has confirmed the appointment of Toby Mason as the next chief operating officer (COO), reporting to deputy chief executive officer, Shanna Lespere.
Through this role, th…

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Seal Named “Northlands”, Set To Leave Island

March 20, 2023

The seal who was found on Clearwater Beach last month has officially been named Northlands — with Ruby Dill naming the seal after her granddaughter’s school — and Northlands will soon be traveling to the USA with the aim he continue his rehabilitation before being released back into the wild. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry […]

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Toby Mason Appointed As BMA’s New COO

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has appointed Toby Mason as the Authority’s next Chief Operating Officer [COO], reporting to Deputy Chief Executive Officer Shanna Lespere. A spokesperson said, “Through this role, Mr Mason will oversee the Authority’s infrastructure, supporting organisational growth and improving results and efficiency across the BMA. Additionally, in his responsibility for operational […]

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Bermuda not expected to be impacted by massive sargassum ‘blob’

March 20, 2023

Enormous masses of seaweed are expected to bury Caribbean beaches this summer after an unusually large sargassum bloom – but Bermuda is not expected to be impacted.
A spokesman for the Ministry of Hom…

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Photos & Results: Ocean View Championship

March 20, 2023

The Ocean View Club Championship saw Jonathan James named the 2023 champion, Larry Brangman the Senior Men’s champion, and Ann Symonds the Ladies champion. Men’s Open & Senior Men’s Championship – Match Play A spokesperson said, “Congratulations to Jonathan James on becoming the 2023 Ocean View Club champion; Larry Brangman on becoming the Senior Men’s […]

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PHC Zebras, Cougars, X-Roads & NVCC Win

March 20, 2023

Footballers in Premier Division were in action this weekend, with the PHC Zebras claiming the Premier division title, while the Devonshire Cougars, X-Roads, and North Village Rams all won their games. PHC Zebras 9 – Boulevard Blazers 0 The PHC Zebras defeated the Boulevard blazers 9 – 0 at the PHC Stadium to claim their […]

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ABIR Announces Leadership Appointments

March 20, 2023

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] announced “changes in the leadership of its most influential committee and an expansion of its working groups’ focus areas, drawing on the professional talent of member companies.” A spokesperson said, “Jim Paugh, of Arch Re, has been appointed Co-Chair of the ABIR Policy Committee, alongside continuing Co-Chair […]

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BVA Host Spring Smash Volleyball Tournament

March 20, 2023

The Bermuda Volleyball Association hosted their Spring Smash Volleyball 2023 Tournament inside the Warwick Academy Gymnasium. Silver Development Division 1 Under 12 Girls Sharks 2 Under 13 Boys Riders 3 Under 14 Girls Aces 4 Under 11 Girls Hitters 5 Under 10 Girls Hitters Gold Development Division 1 Under 14 Boys Riders 2 Under 14 […]

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Photos: 2023 Bermuda Sports Awards Ceremony

March 20, 2023

The island’s top athletes were honoured at the Bermuda Sports Awards this weekend, with Jah-Nhai Perinchief and Dame Flora Duffy winning the Athletes of the Year, while Sebastian Kempe and Caitlyn Bobb earned the Junior Athletes of the Year accolades. Senior Athletes of the Year Female – Flora Duffy Male – Jah-Nhai Perinchief Junior Athletes of the […]

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Senate: Order Of Business For Today

March 20, 2023

The Senate is scheduled to be in session today [March 20] as the 2023/24 Budget debate is set to continue; and there is one statement listed on the Order Paper, with Minister Darrell to speak on the 41st Annual Sports Awards. The audio stream should start 10am today. The Order of Business follows below [PDF […]

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Column: Jache Adams On Airport, Sale & More

March 20, 2023

[Column written by MP Jache Adams] Dear citizens of Bermuda, The Covid-19 pandemic has undeniably impacted every corner of the globe, leaving governments grappling with economic challenges, businesses struggling to stay afloat, and citizens bearing the brunt of these hardships. In the face of adversity, it is the duty of a responsible government to safeguard […]

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Baby seal set to be flown to US ahead of release

March 20, 2023

A lost seal pup discovered at Clearwater Beach is well on the road to recovery and is expected to be flown to Connecticut to be readied for release.
The spring edition of the EnviroTalk newsletter, pu…