On April 4th, the Out of School Programme [OSP]: Spring Term through The Office of Youth Affairs [TOYA] hosted the Sport Daze event at Warren Simmons Field. A spokesperson said, “Coordinated by the Programme Senior Supervisors Ms. Triana James and Mrs. Valinica Jacobs-Willis in conjunction with community centre workers, the day featured healthy... Read more of this article
Grammy-award winning artist Ashanti recently announced on American Idol that she filmed the music video for her upcoming single in Bermuda. “My single is called ‘Called You Up,’ I shot the video in Bermuda and it is amazing, I cannot wait for you guys to see it,” she said during a recent appearance on American Idol. During... Read more of this article
As Bermuda prepares to celebrate Good Friday, Skyport is “reminding the public to fly kites safely and observe aviation safety restrictions around the airport.” A spokesperson said, “To protect passengers and ensure safe aircraft operations, kites flown near L.F. Wade International Airport must not exceed a height of 30 metres [approximately... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service recognized the retirement of Sergeant Raoul Ming, honouring his 38 years of dedicated service. A police spokesperson said, “Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons and his Senior Leadership Team recognised the retirement of Sergeant Raoul Ming at a celebratory gathering Monday, 7th April 2025. “Father of two daughters... Read more of this article
The Women’s Resource Centre, in collaboration with Bermudian Queens Rock Academy, will host the upcoming [Her] Story Girls Club Day Retreat at Connectech Coding at Sofia House on Church Street next month. The retreat, which will run from 9am to 5pm on May 24, is designed to empower girls aged 12-15 through workshops, art, self-discovery, and mindfulness. The... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by MP Robert King] Minister Weeks is right: every Bermudian wants to feel safe — in their homes, on our roads, at school, and in their communities. We all share that same goal, and I welcome his call for collaboration. Our island faces serious challenges, and the time for real partnership, leadership, and solutions is now. I... Read more of this article
Acrisure Re has appointed Roman Romeo as President, Head of Acrisure Re Bermuda and Barry Gordon as Barry Gordon as Senior Vice President, ILW. A spokesperson said, “Acrisure Re, the re/insurance division of global fintech leader Acrisure, today announces an addition to its leadership team with the appointment of Roman Romeo as President, Head... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dennis Zuill has guided Dunlop First to the Peter Bromwich Premier Division title in the Coventry Alliance in England – a triumph rooted in community, mentorship, and the values of his boyhood club, Dandy Town. The former Bermuda national team defender and Town assistant coach, who relocated to England several years ago,... Read more of this article
$5 note voted ‘Bank Note of the Year Award’, chemo services are set to return to normal at the Bermuda Hospitals Board as they successfully recruited chemotherapy nurses, Ministry reminder of seasonal fishing restrictions, Sara Schroter and Paolo Odoli to launch relocation guide, ABM appoints Zeeko Johnstone & Jamar Dill, Dalton E. Tucker... Read more of this article
The Dalton E. Tucker Primary School PTA [DET PTA] held their ribbon cutting ceremony celebration this evening [April 14] to mark the completion of the Playground Revamp Project. A spokesperson said, “The Playground Revamp Project was launched by the DET PTA in December 2022, with the mission of upgrading the school’s outdoor recreation area to... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s $5 note has earned the International Bank Note Society’s ‘Bank Note of the Year Award,’ with the organization noting that “almost from the onset of voting the Bermuda $5 note was the overwhelming favorite.” The organization said, “The International Bank Note Society [IBNS] announces that its voting... Read more of this article
“We will be normalising our services for all new and current cancer patients through this month,” the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] said, explaining that they have been “successful in our recruitment process.” Last month BHB confirmed that a “number of chemotherapy treatments have been delayed” as two chemotherapy... Read more of this article
Acting Premier and Minister of National Security Michael Weeks recently visited the Dorothy Crane Nursing Home to help celebrate a remarkable occasion: the 108th birthday of Ms Leona Thompson. Minister Weeks said, “Seniors are the living roots of our community.” Minister Weeks with Ms. Thompson: Surrounded by loving family, fellow residents,... Read more of this article
The Berkeley Institute recently celebrated culture, language, and international flair during its annual Foreign Language Week, which had a theme of ‘Languages Take You Places.’ A spokesperson said, “The Berkeley Institute was a vibrant celebration of culture, language, and international flair during its annual Foreign Language Week, held under... Read more of this article
“The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is eager to collaborate with interested organisations to provide training and guidelines that will equip staff with the necessary skills to foster inclusive environments,” Minister Tinee Furbert said. Minister Tinee Furbert said, “Summer should be a time of joy, exploration, and growth... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is reminding the public that “fishing in the Seasonally Protected Areas—commonly called the ‘Hind Grounds’ and ‘Grouper Grounds’—will be prohibited from 15 April through 14 August 2025.” A Government spokesperson said, “These temporary restrictions are in place to protect vulnerable... Read more of this article
The public is being invited to submit nominations “for individuals they would like to be considered for award of the King’s Certificate and Badge of Honour.” A spokesperson said, “Nominations are currently being sought from members of the public for individuals they would like to be considered for award of the King’s Certificate... Read more of this article
Sara Schroter and Paolo Odoli — who recently moved from Bermuda to Italy – have used their experience to create a practical guide for anyone planning an international move, with the ‘Operation Relocation Workbook’ set to launch on April 16th. A spokesperson said, “Moving abroad is an exciting adventure, but it comes... Read more of this article
$5 note voted ‘Bank Note of the Year Award’, chemo services are set to return to normal at the Bermuda Hospitals Board as they successfully recruited chemotherapy nurses, Ministry reminder of seasonal fishing restrictions, Sara Schroter and Paolo Odoli to launch relocation guide, ABM appoints Zeeko Johnstone & Jamar Dill, Dalton E. Tucker... Read more of this article
The Dalton E. Tucker Primary School PTA [DET PTA] held their ribbon cutting ceremony celebration this evening [April 14] to mark the completion of the Playground Revamp Project. A spokesperson said, “The Playground Revamp Project was launched by the DET PTA in December 2022, with the mission of upgrading the school’s outdoor recreation area to... Read more of this article
The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] Constituencies 32–36 held their Easter egg hunt event on Sunday [April 13] featuring games, face painting, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and more. Related Stories Videos: 2023 Good Friday & Easter Events Slideshow: 9ft Kite Flying At Bermuda College Easter Message From Opposition Leader Premier... Read more of this article
A sailing team from the Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association will be competing in the Slovenia Easter Regatta in Portorož, Slovenia. The Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association [BODA] posted the image below and said said, “We’re thrilled to share that Team Bermuda is on their way to the Slovenia Easter Regatta as part of their preparation for... Read more of this article
Baltimore Blast head coach David Bascome was nominated as a finalist for the Major Arena Soccer League [MASL] Coach of the Year award. Under the leadership of the Bermudian coach, the Baltimore Blast concluded the regular season with a record of 16 wins, 7 losses, and 1 overtime win, finishing third in the league standings. The team advanced to the... Read more of this article
Week 27 of the continental bowling league season at Warwick Lanes concluded with several matches impacting league standings. League-leading Under Dawgs recorded a decisive 25-2 victory against eighth-place Sunset. Third-place Cubs had a scheduled bye for the week. Ninth-place The Invaders defeated seventh-place New Hope with a score of 20-7. Fourth-place... Read more of this article
BermudAir Holidays has unveiled upgrades to its digital booking experience, offering “an enhanced platform that brings together flights, hotels, and experiences in one streamlined purchase journey.” A spokesperson said, “Following its soft launch in 2024, BermudAir Holidays is unveiling the next evolution of its digital booking experience... Read more of this article
Acrisure Re has appointed Roman Romeo as President, Head of Acrisure Re Bermuda and Barry Gordon as Barry Gordon as Senior Vice President, ILW. A spokesperson said, “Acrisure Re, the re/insurance division of global fintech leader Acrisure, today announces an addition to its leadership team with the appointment of Roman Romeo as President, Head... Read more of this article
April 14 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,563.99, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 11 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 10 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange... Read more of this article
Grammy-award winning artist Ashanti recently announced on American Idol that she filmed the music video for her upcoming single in Bermuda. “My single is called ‘Called You Up,’ I shot the video in Bermuda and it is amazing, I cannot wait for you guys to see it,” she said during a recent appearance on American Idol. During... Read more of this article
The City of Hamilton said they are “proud to support Bermuda Walls 2025 by providing City-owned wall space for a vibrant new mural by internationally renowned artist Marcus Borges—better known as Grabster.” A spokesperson said, “The installation, located on Church Street outside of the Par-la-Ville car park, showcasing an underwater... Read more of this article
More Energy Entertainment will host a discussion on ‘Animals in the Community’ on Wednesday, April 16th, with panelists to include Dr. Andrew Madeiros, Gino Brangman, Heidi Michelsen and Shaddai Williams. A spokesperson said, “More Energy Entertainment presents, “The Exchange,” a community-driven initiative created to... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is reminding the public that “fishing in the Seasonally Protected Areas—commonly called the ‘Hind Grounds’ and ‘Grouper Grounds’—will be prohibited from 15 April through 14 August 2025.” A Government spokesperson said, “These temporary restrictions are in place to protect vulnerable... Read more of this article
Bermuda College and BEST will hold a free presentation by Dr. Sarah Smith on April 24 titled ‘Fisheries & Climate Change: Global Change, Local Consequences.’ The event poster says, “Join our free presentation, brought to you by Bermuda College and BEST: ‘Fisheries & Climate Change: Global Change, Local Consequences,’ presented... Read more of this article
In celebration of National Gardening Day, BUEI and Bermuda Is Love will host an interactive discussion on “The Right to Food” on Thursday [April 10] at 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “In honor of National Gardening Day this month, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is partnering with Bermuda Is Love to host an interactive discussion... Read more of this article
Timothy Stewart — who worked for the government for 10 years — had his case struck down by the Supreme Court, with the ruling stating “the basic truth is that the plaintiff’s complaint is simply that he feels he was undervalued and underpaid.” The ruling [PDF] said, “The plaintiff was employed by the Bermuda government in the... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service is renewing its appeal for anyone with information regarding the 2022 murder of 24-year-old Che Jennings to come forward. A police spokesperson said, “24-year-old Che Jennings was fatally shot multiple times in the parking lot of Warwick Workmen’s Club on Thursday 7th April 2022 around 8:30pm, following a community... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police service is renewing its appeal for anyone with information regarding the 2022 murder of 18-year-old Laje Franklin to come forward. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 6:30am on Wednesday, 6th April 2022, a passerby found 18-year-old Laje Franklin’s lifeless body with multiple gunshot wounds, lying near the roundabout... Read more of this article
BermudAir Holidays has unveiled upgrades to its digital booking experience, offering “an enhanced platform that brings together flights, hotels, and experiences in one streamlined purchase journey.” A spokesperson said, “Following its soft launch in 2024, BermudAir Holidays is unveiling the next evolution of its digital booking experience – an enhanced... Read more of this article
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner [PrivCom] is inviting organisations to “submit their innovative product, project, or service that uses personal information to be considered for participation” in the Pink Sandbox initiative. A spokesperson said, “Are you an organisation in Bermuda that champions emerging technologies and/or innovation that uses personal... Read more of this article
The Economic Development Department’s next Fintech Webinar, set for April 11, will explore Bermuda’s fintech laws with Appleby partner Jerome Wilson. A Government spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department [EDD] is pleased to announce the next instalment of its Fintech Webinar Series, taking place on Friday, April 11th at 12:00 pm. This virtual... Read more of this article
[Updated] Two men have been transported to hospital with injuries “which have been described as serious” following an “industrial incident on the compound of the Southampton Princess Hotel,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:45am on Sunday, April 13, 2025, police received reports of an industrial... Read more of this article
A single-vehicle accident occurred on Somerset Road in Sandys this afternoon [April 12], The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic involving a motorcar near Telford Electric on Somerset Road, Sandys. “Westbound traffic is currently being diverted onto Cambridge Road and eastbound traffic is being... Read more of this article
There was two-vehicle road traffic collision involving a car and a motorcycle in Southampton this afternoon [March 22]. A police spokesperson said, “Just before 2:30 PM on Saturday, March 22, 2025, police and first responders were called to the scene of a serious two-vehicle collision east of Seymour Farm Road in Southampton. “Reports indicate that... Read more of this article
