Bermuda News Updates

The Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge is set to take place from Friday, January 13 through to Sunday, January 15, 2023. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Tourism Authority is pleased to announce its partnership with The Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge [Chubb BTC] set to take place from Friday, January 13 through to Sunday, January 15, 2023. Kicking off […]

“Following my visit to Clearwater and the Airport Fire stations, I was pleased to meet with the new Bermudian recruits at Central Station as they undergo training,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks following his meeting with new recruits and a tour of the Hamilton Fire Station. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Weeks was […]

At this time the Bermuda Police Association “only supports overseas recruiting for frontline policing” as “hiring specialists as direct entries will block current locally employed officers from progressing in their careers,” the BPA Chairman said. This follows after Minister of National Security Michael Weeks announced that Cabinet has approved almost $2 million in additional funding to the Bermuda […]

The Concerned Citizens Group said they “would like to address the recent controversy that has been reported regarding Minister Tinee Furbert.” A spokesperson said, “While we were not all initially aware of Minister Furbert’s chairmanship on the Environmental Authority prior to our press conference, we have had subsequent communications with Minister Furbert, and she has […]

“In a recent statement, JetBlue announced daily nonstop service from LaGuardia starting in Spring 2023, opening up greater access to New York and more potential for connections beyond,” said Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert. Minister Furbert added, “This news follows the announcement last week that United Airlines’ service from Newark will start in March 2023, […]

The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] board elected Michael Hanson as the new Chairperson and Susan Pateras as the Deputy Chairperson, and also welcomed Stuart Lacey to the Board. A spokesperson said, “On December 5, the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] held its Annual General Meeting and Board of Directors meeting. At this meeting, the BDA […]

Ariel Re, a global reinsurance business with offices in Bermuda, London and Hong Kong, donated almost $100,000 to charities in 2022. “I’d like to thank our staff who have so generously given their time and money to support such a wide range of good causes in Bermuda and in London,” said Veronica King, Chair of […]

The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors is reminding the public that the deadline for applying to be a part of the United Nations [UN] Women’s Equality and Empowerment programme is fast approaching. A spokesperson said, “Minister Tinee Furbert is urging interested individuals to visit the UN web links [see below] to sign up. Two […]

Three Bermuda police officers have taken it upon themselves to reward motorists that display “good driving habits” with gift certificates usable at some west end businesses. The Bermuda Police Service posted the photo below online, saying, “Holiday Give Back. Three officers from B Watch West have decided to treat motorists in the west end of […]

The Christmas Boat Parade was held in Hamilton Harbour this past Sunday [Dec 11], accentuated by a fireworks display, with people gathering to enjoy both the holiday-themed vessels and the island’s first pyrotechnics display in some time. Lady Bird emerged as the big winner of the Christmas Boat Parade, claiming the Best Overall Boat as well as […]

Dignity House will be holding their first Christmas charity event on Saturday [Dec 17] from 7.00pm to 1.00am at Argus Hub. Entry costs $75 per person, with all proceeds going toward the Dignity Foundation. A spokesperson said, “Our vision is to support persons in the community who have mental health challenges, engage in rehabilitation services […]

The Centennial Bermuda Foundation said they welcome Terré Smith to the newly created role of Programme & Operations Coordinator, bringing their staff to a team of three. A spokesperson said, “Terré will support the day-to-day operations of Centennial and its Grant Review Committees, Board of Directors, and Board Sub-Committees. “As part of the operational role, […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is inviting the public to “open the door to a career in tourism” with a recruitment drive at the Hamilton Princess tomorrow [Dec 14]. In an email, the BTA said, “Open the door to a career in tourism at the Hospitality Recruitment Drive at Hamilton Princess on December 14. Hospitality […]

Elan Daley began competing in the Canadian Age Group Championships, standing atop the podium three times while also notching three personal best times. After clocking a personal best time of 2:13.89 in the preliminaries, Daley touched the wall in a gold medal time of 2:14.03 in the women’s 200 meters individual medley final. Daley lowered […]