Bermuda News Updates

Support Public Schools Bermuda continued their efforts to distribute $60,000 worth of new school supplies to all 18 public primary schools, visiting another group of schools yesterday. A spokesperson previously said, “Support Public Schools Bermuda [SPS.bm] has been empowering Bermuda’s public school teachers and students with ‘wish list’ classroom supplies since 2018. “Celebrating their fifth […]

“The Bermuda Government recognises the importance of providing our people with opportunities and how they play an integral part in the continued development and success of Bermuda,” said Minister of Education Diallo Rabain. “The Ministry of Education Scholarships and Awards demonstrates our commitment to supporting Bermudian students and their ability to pursue post-secondary education.” Minister […]

Bermuda swimmer Taylor White, who competes for Bentley University, was named the Northeast-10 Conference Female Rookie of the Week. The organisation said, “In a pair of dual meets, White was unbeaten in five individual races. She was first to the wall in the 1,000 yard freestyle [10:59.65], the 200 backstroke [2:12.11] and the 100 butterfly […]

Benn Smith began competing in the 2023 US Open Sailing Series Ft. Lauderdale in Florida. Competing in the ILCA7 Fleet among 28 sailors, Smith finished in 8th place after 5 races. Smith finished with 27 net points, and bis best finish came in the 4th race when he crossed the line in 3rd place. Chapman Petersen […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] has highlighted the BZS Micro Forest Project, which has an aim to plant 1,500 native-compatible and endemic plants each year for three years. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is an education, conservation and research charity with the environment at its core. And big things are happening for […]

The Bank of Butterfield’s Reid Street Saturday Banking hours “will be temporarily suspended until 4 March to allow time for annual training and infrastructure investment initiatives.” A spokesperson said, “We apologise for any inconvenience caused. To access your accounts, please use our Butterfield Online, ATM and mobile banking services.” Related Stories Bank Of Butterfield Adjusts Rates […]

Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s B Company were armed with shields and batons when they took part in public order training over the weekend. The exercise, which included mock rioting, bolsters the RBR’s ability to provide support in the event of disorder or violent protest. Major Duncan Simons, Officer Commanding B Company, explained: “One […]

The Bermuda Government has released the latest Covid-19 figures, with the island recording two coronavirus-related deaths, bringing the total to 157 since the pandemic began in 2020. There are now 38 known active cases, with 13 of the 38 people in hospital — one of whom is in the ICU — and a total of […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 18] include cancellation of registration, boards appointments, permanent resident certificate, Bermudian status, cancellation of registration and acting appointments. Bermuda Monetary Authority American Unity Group Ltd Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN0069/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 18 January 2023 […]

Thursday, January 19 is expected to see sunshine returns, turning cloudy overnight, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°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 7.20am and sunset will […]

Hamilton Princess confirmed that Century Casinos “will no longer participate in developing a casino at the resort” and noted that they “paused our search for a new operator while we await a clearer roadmap from the Bermuda Casino Gaming Commission on a viable path forward.” Peter Hoetzinger, President & Co-CEO Century Casinos, Inc., said: “We joined […]

Link [LGBTQ+ Insurance Network] will be launching a new chapter in Bermuda on Thursday, January 26, with an event set to take place at AXA XL on Bermudiana Road from 5.00pm to 7.30pm. The Eventbrite website said, “Join colleagues from across the market as we come together to launch the Bermudian chapter of Link, the […]

There will be a road closure on Woodlands Road due to the Butterfield & Vallis 5K race on Sunday [Jan 22] morning. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that there will be a road closure on Woodlands Road in Hamilton & Pembroke parishes, for the yearly Butterfield & Vallis […]

The ‘Dan Wootten Tonight’ show on Britain’s GB News network was not very flattering about Prince Harry’s statement that Camilla, now Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, suggested that Prince Harry “take the job of governor-general of Bermuda.” The broadcast on GB News, which is often described as ‘right leaning’, covered some of the statements in Prince […]

The conversation in the Bahamas over the trip to Bermuda in October of last year continues, with the Bahamian media reporting that Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard said “in the absence of receipts from the Progressive Liberal Party regarding repayment to the Public Treasury for a controversial Bermuda trip last year, he cannot be […]

James Batten, Katie Blundy and Carl Meyer were called to the Bermuda Bar. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is pleased to announce Associates James Batten, Katie Blundy and Carl Meyer were called to the Bermuda Bar on 19 and 20 December 2022 before Chief Justice Narinder Hargun. “James works primarily on insolvency and restructuring, corporate governance […]

The Whitney Institute Middle School came from behind to defeat Saltus Grammar School 2-1 in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Under 13 Knockout Cup Football Final. Carter Thomas fired Saltus into the lead in the 18th minute. The Whitney goalkeeper got his hands onto Thomas’ effort but was unable to keep the ball […]

Mikal Dill and Stephan Dill represented the Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls track and field team at the Mondo College Invitational at the JDL Fast Track in Winston-Salem on Saturday. Mikal finished 10th in the long jump with a jump of 6.31m and 6th in the triple jump with a jump of 12.92m, while Stephan […]

The police are reminding people “to be vigilant regarding inappropriate online behaviour by unknown individuals who aim to obtain nude personal images on social media.” A spokesperson said, “Local residents, especially parents, guardians and school aged children, are reminded to be vigilant regarding inappropriate online behaviour by unknown individuals who aim to obtain nude personal […]