Bermuda News Updates

The Bermuda Tourism Authority said they are “thrilled to resume United Airlines service and welcome JetBlue’s expanded service to Bermuda in 2023.” The BTA said, “Getting to Bermuda for an unforgettable island escape from the east coast just got a lot easier. This week, JetBlue announced the addition of nonstop, once-daily seasonal flights from LaGuardia […]

[Written by Vejay Steede] Having endured two straight Christmas seasons under Covid protocols and restrictions, primary schools are currently trying to catch up, and simultaneously create lasting memories for students and families who have greatly missed our traditional Bermudian Christmas festivities. To the East, the St. David’s Primary [SDP] community have been engaging in a very […]

On December 8, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain gathered with Bermuda students, teachers, family members, sponsors, judges and National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] staff to celebrate the 27 finalists of the Dr. Reg Grundy Annual Youth Photography Competition: Your Eyes on Bermuda. Minister Rabain shared: “Congratulations to all participating students and parents and teachers who […]

Members of the Bermuda Police Service’s D Watch recently responded to an appeal from the Bermuda Hospitals Board by donating blood. The Bermuda Police Service posted the photo online below, saying, “After hearing the appeals from the Bermuda Hospitals Board for blood donors, the members of D Watch recently came together to answer the call. The […]

More than 130 individuals attended the 2nd annual Hospitality Recruitment Drive yesterday [Dec 14] at the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club, the Government said. A spokesperson said, “The event, which was a partnership with the Department of Workforce Development, Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] and the Bermuda Hotel Association [BHA], showcased a variety of career opportunities […]

Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher will be joining the upcoming Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The Broadway website said, “More casting has been announced for the upcoming Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. […]

Simply Business partners with Arch Insurance to expand professional liability product offering. A spokesperson said, “Simply Business, LLC., a Boston-based digital insurance company focused on small businesses, today announced a partnership with specialty insurer Arch Insurance to offer monoline professional liability solutions to small business owners in the United States. “Through the new partnership, small […]

Amy Terceira, certified dog behavior consultant and owner of Dog Gone Good, has opened a “private for hire dog park” in Smith’s. A spokesperson said, “Public dog parks can be a free for all, unsafe, and a risky place to socialize your dog. That’s why Amy Terceira, certified dog behavior consultant and owner of Dog Gone […]

The Ministry of Public Works released a road traffic notice for the Bermuda Bicycle Association Presidents Cup Bicycle Road Race on Sunday, 18 December 2022. For more information on the BBA’s Presidents Cup Road Race road traffic notice, click here [PDF]. Related Stories Traffic Advisory For Bicycle Race On Sunday Cycling Race: Temporary Speed Limit […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A local clothing and apparel company is helping to provide funds for a scholarship in collaboration with the family of the late Osagi Bascome in memory of the Bermuda footballer. OnTrack Bermuda has launched a range of colourful socks carrying the name of Bascome, who died after being stabbed in St David’s last […]

The Office of the Chief Medical Officer has updated its guidance on Group A Streptococcal [GAS] Disease to “ensure that the public and clinicians have access to the most up-to-date information.” A Government spokesperson said, “Recently, there have been reports from the UK about increased rates of Group A Streptococcal [GAS] Disease, including severe invasive […]

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield announced that “in response to today’s 50 basis point increase in the target range of the US Federal Funds Rate, it is adjusting its base interest rates on loans by a quarter of a percentage point [0.25%], absorbing half of the rise.” A spokesperson said, “The change in base rates applies to […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] France 2 [Hernandez 5, Muani 79] Morocco 0 France, the World Cup holders, have advanced to the tournament final on Sunday after defeating Morocco in the semi-final in Qatar. Morocco, the first African side to reach the semi-final, showed plenty of fighting spirit and endeavour but were undone by a France […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 14] include PATI contracts, cancellation of registration, appointments and acting appointments. PATI :- Department Of Information And Digital Technologies Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN1175/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 14 December 2022 Bermuda Public Access […]

Governor Rena Lalgie has announced the appointment of Dr Ian Kawaley as a Justice of Appeal of the Court of Appeal of Bermuda with effect from 1 January 2023. Governor Lalgie said, “Dr Kawaley’s appointment brings a wealth of valuable knowledge and insight to the Court of Appeal from his extensive judicial experience in Bermuda’s […]

AFC Mansfield announced the signing of Bermuda’s Ayleal Dill from Radford FC. The team — which is currently a member of the United Counties League Premier Division North and plays at the Forest Town Stadium — tweeted the graphic below and said, “Pleased to announce the signing of Ayleal Dill from Radford FC. A hard […]

Shane Rogers – who is from Bermuda and currently attending the University of Chester in England – recently raised £15,000 for Cancer Research UK via a charitable boxing event. A spokesperson said, “Learning to box and taking part in a charity match while studying has been a challenge close to the heart for Shane Rogers, […]