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Temporary Fishing Ban In East End Area

“From 1 May to 30 June 2025, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment will enforce a temporary ban on fishing in a designated area off the north-east coast of Bermuda, near St. George’s,” the Ministry said. A spokesperson said, “This seasonal closure has been in place for several years and is part of an established effort... Read more of this article

X-Roads Peace Games Leaders In Bermuda

Bermuda’s X-Roads Peace Games, born from a local peace walk, blossomed into an international initiative this week. A spokesperson said, “Founded by Emir Saleem Talbot of the Bermuda Islamic Cultural Centre, the X-Roads Peace Games have blossomed from a modest peace walk announced in 2022 to commemorate the International Day for Human Fraternity... Read more of this article

Video: Minister Kim Wilson Press Conference

[Updated] Minister of Health Kim Wilson is holding a press conference this morning [April 28] to launch Vaccination Week. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 4.15pm: Minister Wilson’s remarks: Good morning. Today, I am proud to stand with Bermuda and our global partners as we celebrate the... Read more of this article

Jah-Nhai Perinchief Wins Triple Jump Elite

Jah-Nhai Perinchief claimed victory in the Olympic development men’s triple jump elite event at the prestigious Penn Relays in Philadelphia. Perinchief, who represented Bermuda at the Olympic Games in Paris last summer, dominated the field at the oldest and largest track and field competition in the United States, with a best leap of 16.86 metres... Read more of this article

Approval Granted For Seniors Residential Facility

Minister for the Cabinet Office & Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain has approved the appeal for the development of a seniors’ residential facility at the former Channel House site in Southside. A Government spokesperson said, “This decision follows the Development Applications Board’s [DAB] initial refusal based on the Bermuda... Read more of this article

Bermuda Karting Club Season Continues

The Southside Motorsports Park played host to a thrilling week of racing as the Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued with Race Week, delivering some high-speed action across all classes, and the results follow below. Tag Senior Heat 1 1 Nathan DeCosta 2 Blake Horseman 3 Ryan Burgess 4 Marc Tucker 5 Brian Bulhoes 6 Will Dunkley 7 Jonah Moniz 8... Read more of this article

Fourth Annual Fintech Training Programme

The Economic Development Department [EDD] announced the fourth Annual Fintech Training Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “The 2025 cohort will begin on 2 June and conclude on 22 August. Bermudians interested in receiving funding to take part are encouraged to register by the reimbursement deadline of 9 May 2025. “The Programme offers... Read more of this article

Basketball League: Kings Defeat Chargers

The Kings defeated the Chargers 45-43 in a Bermuda Basketball Association [BBA] game held at The Berkeley Institute Gymnasium. Darae Smith led the Kings with 20 points and four rebounds. Calvert Lee and Kevin Stephens each scored 12 points for the Chargers, with Stephens also leading their team with three rebounds. Related Stories Basketball Teams... Read more of this article

Sailing: Ebbin And Tulane Climb Rankings

Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University teammates enjoyed an improved performance on the second day of the 2025 ICSA Team Race National Championships, held on the Providence River and hosted by Brown University and the University of Rhode Island. After a challenging opening day which saw them finish in 12th place with one win and three losses, Ebbin... Read more of this article

Smith & Betschart Tied In Moongate Golf

Chris Smith and Oliver Betschart finished at the top of the leaderboard in the second event of the 2025 Moon Gate Season, hosted at the Tucker’s Point Club. Both golfers carded a 5-over par round of 75 to share the overnight lead. Goslings Moon Gate Tour Round Two Leaderboard +05 Chris Smith [p] +05 Oliver Betschart [a] +06 Nick Jones [p] +06 Kenny... Read more of this article

Photos & Results: Exhibition Equestrian Day 2

The second day of the 2025 Agricultural Exhibition at the Botanical Gardens continued with another full schedule of equestrian events in the Main Ring. Glen Smith and J.S. Magic demonstrated their skill in the Driving Horse in Hand Class, claiming the Joe Vieria Trucking Limited Plaque. In the junior ranks, Annie Duffin riding Wintermint secured The... Read more of this article

Photos: 2025 BELCO Kite Safety Poster Winners

BELCO has named the winners of its annual Kite Safety Poster competition, with top honours going to Kiani Coke, William Wilson, Bella Lightbourn, Oliver Twerdahl, Marlena Walker, Lorenzo Sosa, and Aiden Shin for their creative and safety-focused entries. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO or the Company] today... Read more of this article