Ministry: 35 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday
[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Sept 22] with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 5 runs cancelled this morning, 30 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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Webinar to help island’s restaurant industry go green
An environmental group will next week host a free online seminar to help the island’s restaurant industry go green.
The webinar, organised by Beyond Plastic Bermuda in collaboration with US-based envi…
The webinar, organised by Beyond Plastic Bermuda in collaboration with US-based envi…
List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on September 22, 2022 | Government of Bermuda
The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service
DWD Now Accepting Applications for the 2022/23 Graduate Trainee Program
The Department of Workforce Development is now accepting applications for the 2022/23 Graduate Trainee Programme.
High School Students Invited to Attend Tech Education Day
The Ministry of Economy and Labour, through the Economic Development Department (EDD), is excited to announce that the annual Tech Education Day will be held in person on October 31st.
Co-sponsored by Circle and Nimble, leaders in Bermuda’s Fintech industry, the event is held in partnership with the EDD and Bermuda Business Development Agency. It will feature presentations and discussions from Bermudians making their mark in the IT industry. It will cover topics such as Fintech, Web 3.0, NFTs, coding, robotics, and more.
131 Soldiers Embodied Due To Hurricane Fiona
131 Royal Bermuda Regiment Soldiers “will be embodied on the order of the Acting Governor from 4pm Thursday in advance of the arrival of Hurricane Fiona,” the RBR confirmed today. Major Duncan Simons, the commander of the operation said, “The Regiment is tasked with providing immediate response teams, reassurance patrols, command and control elements, and […]
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Regiment to embody today as Hurricane Fiona approaches
The Royal Bermuda Regiment is to embody at 4pm today in advance of the arrival of Hurricane Fiona.
The 131 troops are on duty by order of the Acting Governor, Tom Oppenheim.
Five immediate response te…
The 131 troops are on duty by order of the Acting Governor, Tom Oppenheim.
Five immediate response te…
Night football returns to PHC Field as BFA releases 2022-23 league schedule
The senior football league season will kick off with two matches on the night of September 30.
The first match, as part of the full league schedule released by the Bermuda Football Association today, …
The first match, as part of the full league schedule released by the Bermuda Football Association today, …
Narraway Wins Short Track Mountain Bike Race
Nic Narraway took the opportunity to represent his Fort Lewis College team at the Collegiate CU Mountain Bike Races. Unranked in mountain biking cross country, Narraway was granted a Collegiate License upgrade to race in Collegiate Men B Division. Narraway clocked a winning time of 20:26 while competing in the short track race, finishing 11 […]
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Tech Education Day To Be Held On October 31st
The Ministry of Economy and Labour, through the Economic Development Department [EDD], announced that the annual Tech Education Day will be held in person on October 31st. A Government spokesperson said, “Co-sponsored by Circle and Nimble, leaders in Bermuda’s Fintech industry, the event is held in partnership with the EDD and Bermuda Business Development Agency. […]
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1pm Live: Press Conference On Hurricane Fiona
The Government will be holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 22] to provide an update on Hurricane Fiona following this morning’s meeting of the Emergency Measures Organisation. We are posting this article to make sure everyone can easily see the press conference, however the better way to follow the latest news overall is via […]
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Live: national security minister to give update on Hurricane Fiona at 1pm
Michael Weeks, the national security minister, is to give an update at 1pm on Hurricane Fiona.
It follows a meeting of the Emergency Measures Committee this morning.
We will have live coverage and ful…
It follows a meeting of the Emergency Measures Committee this morning.
We will have live coverage and ful…
Police seize suspected cocaine, heroin and fentanyl in raid
Police have seized suspected cocaine, heroin and fentanyl in a raid on Tuesday, a spokesman said today.
A male suspect was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with Intent to …
A male suspect was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with Intent to …
Judge throws out drug charges, saying police erred in investigation
A judge threw out a drug case against two defendants, saying that errors in a police investigation led to a series of problems.
Acting Puisne Judge Mark Pettingill said that several actions during the…
Acting Puisne Judge Mark Pettingill said that several actions during the…
Credit rating upgrade for Ardellis Insurance
AM Best has upgraded the credit ratings of Ardellis Insurance Ltd, the Bermudian-based Class 3A insurer.
The agency has upgraded the company’s financial strength rating to A (Excellent) from A- (Excel…
The agency has upgraded the company’s financial strength rating to A (Excellent) from A- (Excel…
Renée Ming to challenge for PLP deputy leader post
Renée Ming, the former national security minister, is to challenge for the deputy leadership of the Progressive Labour Party, The Royal Gazette understands.
The move would pitch her against PLP vetera…
The move would pitch her against PLP vetera…
Send us your Fiona photos and videos!
We want to publish your photos of Hurricane Fiona in print and online.
We would also like to share video of the storm and its aftermath with our online and social media users.
Please send pictures o…
We would also like to share video of the storm and its aftermath with our online and social media users.
Please send pictures o…
BFRS Extinguish Fire On Boat In Dockyard
On Thursday [Sept 15] there was a fire onboard a 28-foot unmanned Chriscraft powerboat in Dockyard. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 15th September, 10:30pm. Astute neighbours at Pier 41 Marina in Dockyard, spotted a fire onboard a nearby 28-foot unmanned Chriscraft powerboat. Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre confirmed that BFS Fire Service units […]
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NHC Monitoring 5 Systems In Atlantic Ocean
While Bermudians are keeping a close eye on Hurricane Fiona – which is expected to impact us starting later today [Sept 22] – officials at the National Hurricane Center are monitoring five different disturbances in the Atlantic Ocean. NOAA tweeted the animation below and said, “Tropical activity has really picked up in the Atlantic this […]
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Kempe & Penruddocke Continue ILCA Qualifier 5
ILCA sailors including Sebastian Kempe and Adriana Penruddocke were back on the water at Hayling Island in the UK. In the ILCA 6 Fleet, Penruddocke competed in two races. She finished the first race of the day and the third of the series in 21st place. She then finished fourth, coming off the water with […]
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Album Featuring Collie Buddz #1 On Charts
Reggae band Stick Figure has unseated Bob Marley and the Wailers’ “Legend” from the top spot on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, with the American group’s album featuring Bermudian artist Collie Buddz. The New York Carib News website said, “American reggae band Stick Figure unseats Bob Marley and the Wailers’ ‘Legend’ from the top spot […]
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Driver told police he was blinded by sun when he hit pedestrian
A motorist told police he was blinded by the sun when he struck a nurse with his car, Supreme Court heard yesterday.
Pc Christopher Douglas told the court that he spoke with Norrell Hull Jr, 48, who c…
Pc Christopher Douglas told the court that he spoke with Norrell Hull Jr, 48, who c…
Insurer’s modified Dutch auction tender offer proceeds
White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd, the Bermudian-domiciled financial services holding company, has announced the preliminary results of its “modified Dutch auction” tender offer to purchase up to $5…
Excellent credit rating affirmed for Essent Group
AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit ratings of “a” (Excellent) of the operating subsidiaries of Essent Group Ltd, the mortgage re/insure…
White Mountains invests in Pie insurtech
Bermudian-domiciled White Mountains Insurance Group has contributed a slice of a $315 million Series D round of funding raised by Pie Insurance, the insurtech company specialising in workers’ comp ins…
Natasha Scotland Courcy elected to chair Biltir
Natasha Scotland Courcy has been elected as chairwoman of the Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers at the organisation’s annual general meeting.
Ms Scotland Courcy, who is senior vi…
Ms Scotland Courcy, who is senior vi…
Gender affairs council tasked with raising men’s incomes
People interested in promoting gender equality in Bermuda can apply to be on the new gender affairs council.
Tinee Furbert, the Minister of social development and seniors, said members of the counci…
Tinee Furbert, the Minister of social development and seniors, said members of the counci…
‘Blue investment facility’ to be developed, meeting on marine plan told
A marine conservation plan met more opposition from the island’s fishermen last night in the latest public forum to discuss the plan.
But the meeting on the proposed Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme…
But the meeting on the proposed Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme…
Graduates encouraged to apply for Government trainee scheme
College and university graduates who are looking for work were encouraged today to apply for a government scheme to help boost their job prospects.
The Department of Workforce Development invited inte…
The Department of Workforce Development invited inte…
PHC’s Black And White Week Finale Cancelled
Pembroke Hamilton Club [PHC] announced that due to the arrival of Hurricane Fiona, the finale event of Black and White spirit week on Friday [Sept 23] has been cancelled. A spokesperson said, “Earlier this week, Pembroke Hamilton Club [PHC] announced a Black and White spirit week leading up to the Club’s first game back under […]
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Cross Country Meet Rescheduled For October 1
The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] has announced that its first cross country meet will be rescheduled for October 1. A BNAA spokesperson said, “The first cross country meet, hosted by Swan’s Running Club and scheduled for Saturday, September 24th will be rescheduled for October 1st; the venue will be the same.” Related Stories Swan’s […]
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Gallery Collaboration Features Artist Niels Reyes
Black Pony Gallery is collaborating with Maxima Gallery in Havana, Cuba to feature artist Niels Reyes. A spokesperson said, “Black Pony Gallery is pleased to announce a collaboration with Maxima Gallery in Havana, Cuba. For the first time, each gallery will simultaneously present a new group of oil paintings by talented Cuban artist Niels Reyes. […]
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Renee Ming To Run For PLP Deputy Leader
Renee Ming has informed her party colleagues of her “intention to run for the position of Deputy Leader,” a position that is currently held by Walter Roban. In a letter sent to Caucus colleagues, she said, “I write to advise you that I have written to the Party Leader and made him aware of my […]
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Ebonie Cox first woman to tee off in Johnnie Walker Classic
Ebonie Cox will make history this weekend when she becomes the first woman golfer to tee off in the Johnnie Walker Classic.
The 36-year-old amateurfeatures among a field of 81 competitors and will tak…
The 36-year-old amateurfeatures among a field of 81 competitors and will tak…
Bermuda prepares to batten down the hatches
Bermuda is already preparing for Hurricane Fiona, scheduled to bring a period of hurricane-force winds in the early hours of Friday.
There was a line out the door at Masters Home Centre on Dundonald S…
There was a line out the door at Masters Home Centre on Dundonald S…
Butterfield reacts swiftly as Fed hikes benchmark rate
The US Federal Reserve, the country’s central bank, boosted its benchmark overnight interest rate by 75 basis points on Wednesday — and said further rate hikes are anticipated.
In Bermuda, the Bank of…
In Bermuda, the Bank of…
Investment guru criticises presidential remarks
A London investment chief in Bermuda this week criticised US president Joe Biden for what some have described as careless remarks during an interview on the CBS television news show 60 Minutes, aired …
Bermudian Continues To Help In Ukraine
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian Jason Rhind has shared a detailed update from Ukraine as he continues to carry out humanitarian work for various organisations and foundations in the war-torn country. The former Royal Bermuda Regiment soldier has been volunteering in Ukraine since May, initially lending his support and expertise to Tasking Force Yankee: Ukraine, […]
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Clyde Best documentary starts to film on island
A documentary delving into the life and career of Bermuda footballing legend Clyde Best has started to film on island.
The feature-length documentary Transforming the Beautiful Game, The Clyde Best S…
The feature-length documentary Transforming the Beautiful Game, The Clyde Best S…
Fiona likely to bring hurricane force winds on Friday, schools to close for day
Hurricane Fiona remains on track to pass a little over 100 miles to the northwest of Bermuda early tomorrow morning when the island has been warned to expect hurricane force winds and a strong storm s…
Over 5,500 Vaccine Doses Arrive In Bermuda
“Upwards of 5,500 doses arrived on today’s British Airways flight from London,” the Government announced, adding that “the latest shipment of vaccines includes: Pfizer-BioNTech original Adult formulation, Moderna Bivalent and Pfizer-BioNTech paediatric.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson stated, “The Bermuda Government is again grateful to the UK Government for their efforts and generosity that enabled Bermuda to receive […]
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UK ships Moderna bivalent booster to Bermuda
Bermuda has received a shipment of the Moderna bivalent vaccine, one of the few vaccine boosters that targets new Covid-19 variants that have higher resistance to earlier vaccines and natural immunity…
Updates: Hurricane Fiona To Impact Island
[Updating] Bermuda is preparing for the impact of Hurricane Fiona, which the Bermuda Weather Service said is a “threat to Bermuda,” with the hurricane currently forecast to start impacting the island on Thursday evening. In an effort to keep all relevant information in one place as the situation develops, we are moving to the live […]
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HSBC To Close Early Due To Hurricane Fiona
The HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will close early due to Hurricane Fiona. A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited will close for business at 3.00 pm, Thursday – September 22nd, 2022 due to Hurricane Fiona, which is a threat to the Island. “We will resume normal business operations at 9:00 am, Monday – September 26th, […]
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$10,000 In Court Fines For Traffic Offenders
More than $10,000 will be “contributed to government’s coffers by traffic offenders following yesterday’s and today’s plea court sessions,” the police noted. In an online post, the police spokesperson said, “Slightly more than 10,000 dollars to be contributed to government’s coffers by traffic offenders, following yesterday’s and today’s plea court sessions. “Fines were handed down […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Sept 21 2022
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 21] include acting appointments and cancellation of registration. Acting Appointment: Chief Information Officer, Department Of Information And Digital Technologies Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0892/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication date: 21 September 2022 Ms. Jonelle Steede, Senior Manager, Administration […]
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