Archive for January, 2025

Fairmont Southampton Updates On Renovations

Westend Properties provided updates about the ongoing renovations at the Fairmont Southampton. The Waterlot successfully relaunches A spokesperson said, “As promised, Bermuda’s beloved steakhouse, The Waterlot, reopened its doors on December 4th, 2024, after an extensive renovation that was thoughtfully executed. The feedback on the updated... Read more of this article

Bascome-Emery On Gilbert Institute Closure

“The recent news that Gilbert Institute would be refurbished into a senior’s centre is a conflicting one,” Rayki Bascome-Emery — an Independent Candidate for Constituency 22 Paget East — said. Late last year it was announced that Gilbert Institute is scheduled for closure, and the “government has decided to convert this... Read more of this article

Register For ‘Finance To Fintech’ Course

The Economic Development Department is encouraging the public to register for the ‘Finance to Fintech’ course, developed in collaboration with ViableEdu, and the online orientation session. A Government spokesperson said, “This month-long programme is designed to equip Bermuda’s residents with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the... Read more of this article

Bermuda Marks Data Privacy Day 2025

Yesterday, Bermuda joined the global community in recognising Data Privacy Day 2025, an annual observance held on January 28. A Government spokesperson said, “Established by the Council of Europe in 2006, this day commemorates the anniversary of Convention 108, the first legally binding international treaty on data protection.” In recognising the... Read more of this article

Photos/Video: Van Crashes Through Wall

[Updated] A collision occurred in Southampton yesterday afternoon [Jan 28] with a van crashing through a wall. We have asked the police for information, and we will update if able. Update Jan 30, 11.33am: A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:50am Tuesday, 28th January 2025, a reported single vehicle collision occurred on Middle Road in Southampton. “It... Read more of this article

Customs Dept Celebrates Int’l Customs Day

The Bermuda Customs Department marked International Customs Day 2025 with the successful hosting of its Annual Colin Smith Road Race in St. David’s on Tuesday [Jan 28]. A Government spokesperson said, “Observed globally on Sunday, 26 January, International Customs Day highlights the vital role of Customs agencies in border security and economic... Read more of this article

Bermuda Supports UN Intl Year Of Cooperatives

Bermuda is joining the global community in celebrating and supporting the UN International Year of Cooperatives for 2025, with the Government aiming to “create an entrepreneurial ecosystem for cooperatives to thrive on the island” A Government spokesperson said, “2025 is designated as the UN International Year of Cooperatives, with... Read more of this article

Video: C34 Candidate Steven Faries

Independent candidate Steven Faries — who will be running in Constituency #34 Sandys South Central — is holding a press conference this afternoon [Jan 29]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. For full coverage of the 2025 Election and past elections, visit the links below, with comprehensive coverage... Read more of this article

Claire Harness Donates To Friends Of Hospice

Claire Harness donated $3,000 to Friends of Hospice in memory of her late partner, Kevin Thornton, raised during the Chubb Bermuda Half Marathon Triangle Challenge. A spokesperson said, “Friends of Hospice has received a donation of $3,000 – raised by Claire Harness in memory of her former partner, Kevin Thornton, a long-time Bermuda resident... Read more of this article

BGA To Host 2025 Four-Ball Championships

The Bermuda Golf Association will be hosting its first major of the 2025 season, which is their 75th Anniversary year, with the Bermuda Four-Ball Championships being held at the Port Royal Golf Course on Saturday, February 1st and Sunday, February 2nd. A spokesperson said, “There are 40 teams registered across the three divisions: Men’s Championship,... Read more of this article

Video: PLP Candidate Joanne Ball-Burgess

[Updated] The PLP announced that Joanne Ball-Burgess will be their new candidate for C25 Warwick North East in the upcoming general election. The Premier said, “After discussions with Senator Arianna Hodgson and the Constituency 25 branch, a decision has been made to move forward with a new candidate for the upcoming election.” Update 1.25pm:... Read more of this article

Video: FDM Announce C18 Candidate Omar Dill

[Updated] The Free Democratic Movement [FDM] is holding a press conference this morning [Jan 29]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: They announced that Omar Dill will be running in C18 Pembroke West Central, this is the seat currently held by the Premier. Update: Mr Dill — who serves... Read more of this article