Bermuda News Updates

The Occupational Safety and Health Office is “reminding all employers that the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 2009 require every employer to submit an annual report of the number of accidents, dangerous occurrences and injuries that occurred at the workplace during the calendar year, January to December.” A Government spokesperson said, “Employers are responsible for […]

[Join statement from a number of people] We, the undersigned, wish to leverage the opportunity of the anniversary of the assassination of Al Hajj Malik Shabazz – Malcolm X – to encourage our young people who are caught up in the cycle of violence in our Island, to lay down their weapons. We urge this […]

Wednesday, February 22 is expected to see plenty of sunshine developing after an early shower, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be at 6.55am […]

In conjunction with Women’s History Month, Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art announced the exhibition ‘Radical Blooms: Female Flora Painters in Bermuda,’ opening in the Mezzanine Gallery on Friday, March 10th with a reception from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “This exhibition will reveal the myriad ways that female artists have depicted nature, and particularly […]

A record number of participants will take part in Pals 35th Annual Walk on Sunday [February 26]. More than 650 people have already registered for the annual fundraiser for the charity, with money going towards medical care, equipment and supplies for cancer patients in Bermuda. Colleen English De Grilla, Pals executive director, told Bernews: “This […]

The Institute of Directors [IoD] Bermuda began their 2023 Professional Development programme earlier this month with a panel discussion entitled, Hot Topics for Boards in 2023. A spokesperson said, “Held in the Trudeau Ballroom at Hamilton Princess, the event was hosted in conjunction with KPMG and was attended by more than 100 people. “The panel […]

“I am committed to addressing the growing number of canine-related incidents, especially those involving pitbull breeds,” said Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban, following a recent meeting with canine and animal stakeholders to “discuss and learn how participants and their organizations could contribute to improved management of canines and public safety.” A Government spokesperson said, […]

[Updated] The police have confirmed the death of 50-year-old Arnold Astwood following a collision in Southampton, and said that a “51-year-old-male has been arrested.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:45pm on Monday 20th February, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious collision on South Road, just west of Horseshoe Road Southampton. […]

Bermuda College President Dr. Duranda Greene is joining Bernews at 4.15pm this afternoon [Feb 21] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Dr. Greene — along with Randy Horton, Ellen-Kate Horton, and Robert Horton who will also be BNV guests this week — is being honoured by the Hamilton Princess & […]

Daniel Phillips began the Battle of Boca Tournament in Florida, battling in the men’s open singles division. On the opening day, Phillips took on Edward Wang from the United States in the round of 64, advancing with a straight sets victory 6-3, 6-2. Phillips returned to the court for the round of 32 against Juan […]

Police “are currently dealing with a situation in the area of Khyber Heights Road, Warwick” and “as a result, the length of Khyber Pass between Middle Road and Spice Hill Road has been temporarily closed. A police spokesperson said, “We would like to thank the public for their patience, as we work to resolve this […]

Construction at the Fairmont Southampton hotel is “due to begin in the next quarter,” the “first priority will be to renovate the hotel” which “will continue to feature 593 guestrooms and they will all be completely refurbished and modernized” and a “new SDO application is in the process of being submitted” and these “units will […]

On Monday [Feb 20], Saltus kicked off its annual ‘Saltus House Match: A Week of Giving,’ which is described as “a fun way to get everyone in our Saltus and broader community involved with our week of giving to raise money for the 2022-23 Saltus Fund.” A spokesperson said, “This cricket themed giving week highlights two […]

The Bermuda Red Cross is launching a disaster cash appeal for those affected by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, which had a devasting impact, killing over 40,000 people. A spokesperson said, “A third, 6.4 magnitude earthquake has struck southern Turkey 2 weeks after two powerful earthquakes hit southern Turkey and northern Syria, on Monday, […]

The Bermuda Health Council noted that they are “responsible for coordinating the registration of select regulated health professionals, monitoring the efficiency and effectiveness of the registration processes and making recommendations for enhancements.” A spokesperson said, “Within that responsibility, and upon completion of the re-registration period for allied health professions and pharmacists, the Health Council notes the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Lovintz Tota has moved closer to fulfilling his dream of becoming a professional boxer after signing a contract with a licensed manager. Tota will now have to undergo full vetting and medical testing and demonstrate his skills in a gym assessment to earn a pro licence from the British Boxing Board […]

The Paget Lions moved to the top of the First Division standings following their 3 – 0 win over Ireland Rangers at a rain-soaked Somerset Cricket Club. League-leading goalscorer Antwan Russell gave Paget a 1 – 0 lead in the 24th minute, they would hold that lead until the break. Russell doubled the Paget Lions’ […]

Conor White concluded competing in the 31st Valley of the Sun Stage race in Arizona, making an outstanding showing to win the event. Eighty-six cyclists took to the start line in the Men’s Pro 1/2 Division, the first 40 cyclists clocked the same time of 59:59, with White ruled across the line 27th. White came […]

Daniel Augustus and Camiko Smith competed in the Jim Thorpe Invitational Golf Tournament at the Champions Gate Golf Course in Orlando, Florida. Augustus shot a two round total 1-over par 145, finishing T14th, while Smith finished T51st after his two round total 19-over par 163. Augustus shot a first round 4-over par 76, his round […]

Oliver Betschart completed his final round at Rio Pinar Country Club, Orlando, Florida, placing 4th in a field of 15 golfers. This is a Hurricane Junior Golf Tour event which hosted international players from Asia, South America, Canada, and the USA. Competing in the 14-15 age group he posted a 78-76-77 over the par 72 […]

In this year’s Budget, “$400,000 will be spent to complete the installation of solar panels on several government buildings,” the Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. The Government tweeted the graphic below, saying, “Capital funding will be allocated to installation of solar panels on several government buildings, to Forts & historical sites, continuance of […]

The Ministry of Finance “estimates that Bermuda’s GDP may have grown by 3.4-3.9% in 2022″ and “estimates that Bermuda’s economy will expand within a range of 2.5 to 3.5% in 2023. This is according to the 2022 National Economic Report, with the 29-page report spanning a number of topics including domestic demand, personal consumption and the retail […]

The Bermuda Golf Association hosted its Monthly Medal at the Turtle Hill Golf Course. Julian Bassington won the Men’s Flight One Division with a round of 9-over par 63, James Godwin finished one stroke back in second place, and Steve Hickmott finished third level with Godwin. David Lunn, Ian Oldfield, and Gary Venning all finished […]

On another cool and breezy afternoon, the Bermuda Karting Club season continued at the Southside Motor Sports Park Track. In the tag junior class, Roman Wilkinson took the checkered flag in two of the three races, with Jonah Moniz winning the other. Jayden Brimmer, won two of the three races in the Tag Senior Class, […]

The 69th Ocean View Golf Club Memorial Tournament took place at the Ocean View Golf Club. A spokesperson said, “Sunday February 19th 2023, the Ocean View Golf & Country Club celebrated its Annual Memorial event. Under chilly conditions, the golfers braved the elements to provide a day of excitement and banter. “The day began with a […]