Bermuda News Updates

Leslie Robinson was sworn-in as a Senator and the Junior Minister of Economy, Labour & Public Works at a ceremony this afternoon [Nov 17] at Government House, replacing Dr Ernest Peets. Ms. Robinson has over 33 years of experience in the financial services sector and is currently the Senior Vice President – Head of Underwriting […]

Local mom, entrepreneur and inventor, Antonia Holder — the founder of a new child-centred brand, Kids Digital Wellness — today announced the launch of an “innovative ergonomically designed product to help children practice safer screen time.” The DigiRoo is described as a “patent-pending electronic tablet case, available in two different shades [pink/purple and blue/blue], which […]

There will be no through traffic at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital from Point Finger Road to Berry Hill Road all day on Monday, November 21. A spokesperson said, “All persons needing to access services in the Acute Care Wing [ACW] should enter the hospital campus from Point Finger Road and use the visitor parking […]

On Saturday [Nov 19], the Bermuda Alumnae Chapter [BAC] of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated will partner with the Bermuda Netball Association to host the first Delta NetFest Netball Tournament and Health Festival. A spokesperson said, “The event will be held at Bernard’s Park Netball Courts and Softball Diamond between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. […]

This past Saturday, the Bermuda Olympic Association’s Women in Sport committee held a banquet, at the Rosewood Tuckers point, to highlight some of the achievements that Bermudian women have accomplished in their respective sports over the years. A spokesperson said, “The ‘Women in Formation’ banquet was a sold-out event, hosting individuals from many of the […]

The newly remodeled Bacardi 1862 Bar was the venue for the 15th annual Rocket Pitch Competition. Twelve entrepreneurs pitched their business ideas in front of a panel of judges on Tuesday, November 15 in the hopes of winning their share of $42k in cash and startup services.” Minister of Economy & Labour Jason Hayward said […]

Elijah Daley was back in the pool for day two of the Age Group International hosted by the Etobicoke Swim Club at the Etobicoke Olympium in Canada. Daley set two new personal best times, as well as picking up a silver and bronze medal. While competing in the boys 50m freestyle preliminaries, he clocked a […]

Online Registration for the Bermuda Public School System’s 2023/2024 school year is open and will close on November 30. A Government spokesperson said, ” “Parents and Guardians are reminded of the following general requirements: Online registration application completed www.newstudent.link/register Birth Certificate No passport Verification of Parent 1 residential address – Must be in parent’s name […]

The Department of Culture will host another edition of Creatives Live! tomorrow [Nov 18], featuring local artists Charo Hollis, Danyell Webbe [Royalty], Ashanti Caesar [Princess Black] and Bruce Perinchief [Suav]. A Government spokesperson said, “Happening on the steps of City Hall, this popular open air concert series will take place from 12.30 pm – 1.30 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Danté Leverock said his ambitions remain undiminished as he prepares for the next chapter of his coaching career after stepping down as head coach of Robin Hood. The former Bermuda captain announced his departure from Hood on Monday after 12 months in charge of the Premier Division side. Leverock said he is […]

The Bermuda Police Service,[BPS] said they have “received several reports of persons being duped into making online payments for the purchase of goods advertised for sale on several social media platforms, only to then not receive the items paid for.” A spokesperson said, “The BPS is asking the public to be extremely vigilant when making […]

The Bermuda Football Coaches Association held its Annual General Meeting on Monday, November 14, 2022 at Devonshire Rec Football Club. A spokesperson said, “The meeting commenced with opening remarks from President Richard Todd followed shortly after by the Treasure’s Report delivered by BFCA Treasurer Omar Shakir. The President’s Report was then presented by the President […]

The Berkeley Institute made it a clean sweep in the Senior School Six-A-Side competitions after their gold team defeated Saltus Grammar School 1 – 0 in the Over 16 final. Shavon Nisbett scored the winner with the last kick of the match to add the Over 16 title to the girls and Under 16 titles […]

To mark the U.N. International Day of the Girl on its 10th anniversary, there will be a free public event on Sunday [Nov 20] at the Bermuda National Sports Centre north field. A spokesperson said, “After a two year Covid hiatus, organizers Carolyn Thomas Ray and Chris Ray are putting the event on again. The […]

International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. [IGI] announced that Wasef Jabsheh, IGI’s Chairman and CEO, will lead IGI in ringing the Closing Bell at the NASDAQ MarketSite in Times Square, New York City, today [Nov 17] at 4:00 pm Eastern. oining in the celebration will be members of the Company’s Board of Directors, leadership team, and […]

According to the most recent Official Notices, the Bermuda Police Service will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints starting on Thursday, November 24th, with the checkpoints set to take place in Hamilton parish, Smiths, Devonshire, Pembroke, Paget, Warwick and Southampton. The full Road Sobriety Checkpoint [No. 9] Notice follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Road Sobriety Checkpoints Over Christmas […]

Oliver Soares, Trystan Hocking, Nina Gotfredsen, Shiloh Cruickshank, Dylan Menzies and Miguel Power continued competing at the IODA North American Championships in the Bahamas. On day two, two races were held taking the series to 5 races, with Cruickshank leading the Bermuda fleet in 54th place overall with 66 net points. Cruickshank finished the first […]

Daniel Phillips was back in action in Guatemala, competing in the J4 Guatemala Open. Playing in the open singles, he took on Santiago Vela from Guatemala in the second round, with the Bermudian tennis player advancing with a straight sets victory of 6-0, 6-0. Related Stories Tennis: Phillips Wins Twice In Guatemala Open Phillips Advances […]

Chardonnai Hughes hopes to inspire other women to achieve their career aspirations after completing her legal journey and joining the Bermuda Bar. Ms Hughes was Called to the Bar during a ceremony at the Supreme Court earlier this month – her mother Dwaynette Hughes, and twin daughters Emiyah and Emizjae, showing their support remotely from […]

Abigail Brewer and her Queen’s University women’s squash teammates competed in their first crossover of the season on home courts, defeating Toronto, Waterloo, and Brock without losing a match. Brewer went undefeated playing in positions 6 and 7. Related Stories Rosorea Wins Silver Medal In Massachusetts Brewer Helps Queens Win OUA Championship Carrick Undefeated As […]

Butterfield has been recognised as the Best Private Bank in Bermuda and the Cayman Islands by The Banker and PWM in the 14th annual Global Private Banking Awards 2022 and also by Global Finance in their eighth annual World’s Best Private Banks 2023 awards. A spokesperson said, “The Global Private Banking Awards are considered amongst the most […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] currently has a number of vehicles at the Prospect Devonshire impound, including 29 reported stolen motorcycles that were later recovered. A spokesperson said, “Our priority is to return these vehicles to their rightful owners. As a result, members of the public are encouraged to review the list of registration numbers […]

[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] “In the fear and alarm. You did not desert me. My brothers in arms” – Dire Straits There is something to be said about family bonds. You know those bonds that, despite time, distance, differences of opinions, and or internal disputes, can never be broken. Whether it be one’s immediate family, extended family, […]