Bermuda News Updates

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced the promotion of three staff members – Jakai Franks, Tashae Thompson, and Duncan Beveridge – within its Experience, Operations and Finance teams. A spokesperson said, “Tashae Thompson has been promoted to VP of Experience. In this role, she will be responsible for leading the organization’s efforts to increase visitor spending and […]

The Hog Penny Restaurant & Pub recently received an apology and $10 payment from a “prior pub patron” from Arizona in return for a mug that he apparently took 50 years ago, with Hog Penny saying the apology was “fully accepted.” The message accompanying the $10 said, “Please accept this $10.00 as payment for a […]

MP Jamahl Simmons and his team are getting set to host a virtual open mic and listening forum for constituency 33 residents on Thursday [Oct 27] at 7.30pm. In an online post, MP Simmons said, “Our C33 Team recognizes the massive dissatisfaction with the status quo. We are hosting a virtual open mic night for […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Charles Marshall, the island’s most decorated referee and former Bermuda Football Association president, has died. He was in his eighties. A statement by the BFA read: “Bermuda has lost a true son of the soil and a statesman. “The Bermuda Football Association sends condolences to the family and friends of Mr […]

The police have launched an investigation after a 31-year-old man collapsed in Queen Elizabeth Park in Hamilton, suffering from a stab wound to his leg. A police spokesperson said, “Detectives are appealing for witnesses to a stabbing incident that took place around 5:15pm Monday, 24th October 2022 at Queen Elizabeth Park [formerly Par-La-Ville Park] in […]

Beyond Plastic Bermuda announced the launch of its programme for Bermuda businesses, ‘Beyond Plastic Champions’. A spokesperson said, “The Beyond Plastic Champions programme is designed to recognise and encourage organisations in every industry on the island to take steps to reduce their single-use plastic usage. “In support of The Bermuda Government’s impending single-use plastic legislation […]

Rishi Sunak has officially become the United Kingdom’s new Prime Minister after meeting with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace. A BBC story said, “Rishi Sunak has become the new UK prime minister after meeting King Charles at Buckingham Palace. “In his first speech outside No 10, he says the UK is facing a “profound economic […]

Leilanni Nesbeth scored for Florida State as they defeated the University of Pittsburgh, with the Bermudian footballer scoring an impressive goal to help her team claim the 1-0 victory. The school’s match report said, “The No. 4 Florida State soccer team took down No. 20 Pitt 1-0 on the road on Sunday afternoon. “The Seminole […]

The Bermuda Karting Club 2022/23 race season continued at the RUBiS Southside Raceway. The Tag Senior Class saw Jason North in the winner’s circle in all three races, while Jonah Moniz won all three races in the Tag Junior Class. Scott Barnes won two of the three races in the L206 Senior Class, with North […]

Casey Truran and his Savannah College of Art and Design [SCAD] Equestrian teammates were named champions at the IHSA Region 5 Zone 5 Horse Show in the US. SCAD won the title with 44 points while the University of Florida was named Reserve Champion in the 11-team field. Truran finished 1st in the open over […]

A Bermudian online gift shop looking to inspire motivation in others and promote positivity has been launched. The R.I.S.E. [Resiliently Inspired. Strengthened and Encouraged] Motivational Gift Shop sells items, decorated with inspiring messages, such as water bottles, ceramic mugs, wine tumblers, purses, wallets, T-shirts, dresses and mini notebooks. It opened on October 10 to coincide […]

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Oct 25] with the list indicating that there are seventeen bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ombudsman On Bus Service Communications Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule Minister: Minibuses To Provide Transportation Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday […]

NEXT Bermuda’s Digital Assets Industry Forum and its members said they “strongly support Bermuda and the continuous development of its Digital Asset industry.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is the ideal home for Digital Asset businesses, which include but not limited to Exchanges, Insurers, Funds and Banks, which are committed to excellence and adhering to clear […]

October 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,493.27, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 68 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories BSX Will Be Closed On Monday For Holiday LOM Company Shares Purchased By […]

Graphic designer and digital creative Karee Luna will hold a panel discussion on October 27th designed to educate Bermuda’s community on NFTs. A spokesperson said, “Aimed at demystifying the digital, cutting-edge technology, this free event will take place on October 27 at the Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA] and is sponsored by The Argus Group, […]

The Ministry of Home Affairs announced that the Draft Blue Prosperity Plan consultation period is extended from November 12 to December 31, 2022, saying that the ”extension will give the public and key stakeholder groups more time to understand and provide feedback on how the Plan will shape the economic and environmental decisions around Bermuda’s marine […]

The City of Hamilton is reminding Bermuda’s boating community that the deadline to register to take part in the 2022 City Christmas Boat Parade is fast-approaching, with the deadline set for November 9th. A spokesperson said, “The City is thrilled to reveal that we are working with Kyle Swan of Swan Pyrotechnics Ltd. to bring […]

“Parents and guardians of public school students are reminded of the October 31st, 2022, deadline to apply for the Government’s $150 Relief fund,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education has received applications for 2,488 students. 2,276 applications have been approved by the Ministry and submitted to the Accountant General’s […]

Do you need some inspiration to get your entrepreneurial venture started? The BEDC has again partnered with Driven Society to bring Bermuda’s entrepreneurs InspireCon 2022. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, November 3rd, a line-up of international talent, including Arianna Rose & Soleil Laurent, Founders of the Equality Education, Brandon Pankey, Founder of Apex, and Songe […]

The “requirement for pre-arrival or pre-departure testing, arrival testing, and day 4 testing for all travellers will end” as of tomorrow [Oct 25]. The Government, who previously announced this, posted the reminder graphic below, saying, “As of 25 October 2022, the requirement for pre-arrival or pre-departure testing, arrival testing, and day 4 testing for all […]

The Minister of National Security Michael Weeks recently visited the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service’s airport operations division and Clearwater station recently, where he spent time with firefighters to hear about their work and to see them in action. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister also used the opportunity to meet with the overseas firefighters […]

Wine & Wordsmithy, fresh off the success of its inaugural event, has announced that its second event will take place on Friday, November 4th. A spokesperson said, “The venue will be Mitchell House – home of the St. George’s Historical Society Museum and the Featherbed Alley Printing Shop, currently celebrating its 100th year. The focus […]

Firearms training for armed police officers will take place from Tuesday through Thursday this week in Devonshire and “there may be loud noises during each exercise,” the police have advised. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is advising the public that firearms training for armed police officers will take place Tuesday, 25th October through Thursday, […]

Tuesday, October 25 is expected to see early cloud and showers around turns into a bright afternoon, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be […]