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Travel & Leisure: 25 Best Things To Do

Travel & Leisure: 25 Best Things To Do

From Jet Skiing across turquoise waters to relaxing in a cave spa, this Atlantic island offers more than pink-sand beaches, according to a story in the Travel and Leisure. The story said, “Located about 650 miles off the coast of North Carolina, Bermuda is known for its pink-sand beaches and immaculate golf courses. The Atlantic island offers... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 10 2024

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 10 2024

May 10 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,532.95, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda... Read more of this article

18-Year-Old Arrested In Connection With Shooting

18-Year-Old Arrested In Connection With Shooting

An 18-year-old male has been arrested in connection with the shooting that injured four people earlier this month, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], can confirm that an eighteen-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a shooting, which left four people in hospital receiving treatment... Read more of this article

PLP Congratulates Simmons & Award Recipients

PLP Congratulates Simmons & Award Recipients

The PLP said they “would like to express our sincere congratulations to all the well-deserving award recipients at the Department of Child and Family Services’ celebration to kick off Foster Care Month.” A spokesperson said, “We are especially proud to acknowledge Senator Lindsay Simmons, PLP candidate for Constituency 10, for... Read more of this article

Bermuda Smash Invitational T20 Tournament

Bermuda Smash Invitational T20 Tournament

The Bermuda Smash Invitational T20 Cricket Tournament will be held on May 15-19 at the National Sports Centre. A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport is encouraging all interested residents and cricket fans to attend the Bermuda Smash Invitational T20 Cricket Tournament which takes place next week. “Happening at... Read more of this article

BF&M: No Share Repurchases In April 2024

BF&M: No Share Repurchases In April 2024

BF&M Limited announced that the company made no repurchases for the month ending April 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Company announces that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the BSX Listing Regulations that the Company made no share repurchases for the month ending April 2024.” Related Stories BF&M Prepare 300 Packages, Donate $20K BF&M... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 9 2024

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 9 2024

May 9 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,532.95, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 17 2024 Bermuda Stock Exchange... Read more of this article

Ministry Issues Two Road Traffic Notices

Ministry Issues Two Road Traffic Notices

The Ministry of Public Works has issued two road traffic notices detailing closures affecting various areas in Bermuda. Keith Hall Road, Warwick: There will be a lane closure on Thursday, 16 May 2024, to facilitate BELCO trenching work near the junction with Harbour Road. Multiple sections on Middle Road in Southampton and Warwick Parishes: There... Read more of this article

Butterfield Annual General Meeting Results

Butterfield Annual General Meeting Results

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited held its 2024 Annual General Meeting yesterday [May 8]. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited announced the results of the Shareholders’ vote at the Bank’s Annual General Meeting held in virtual format yesterday [May 8, 2024]. “Each of the proposals numbered... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 9 2024

Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 9 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 9] include acting appointments and notification of planning applications registered. Acting Commissioner Of Police Mrs. Na’Imah Astwood Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0485/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Police Service Publication... Read more of this article

Photos: 2024 Peppercorn Ceremony

Photos: 2024 Peppercorn Ceremony

The annual Peppercorn Ceremony was held this week in St George’s, continuing a tradition that began some 200 years ago. The RBR Band and Corps of Drums led a Guard of Honour and Colour Party on to King’s Square in the Town of St George for the traditional event. Governor, Rena Lalgie, who is the Regiment’s Commander-in-Chief, paid a visit... Read more of this article

S&P Reaffirmed Bermuda’s A+ Credit Rating

S&P Reaffirmed Bermuda’s A+ Credit Rating

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt announced that ratings agency Standard & Poor’s [S&P] has reaffirmed Bermuda’s A+ Sovereign Credit Rating, Bermuda’s A-1 short-term rating and its AA+ transfer and convertibility assessment. S&P also maintained the “stable” outlook rating. A Government spokesperson said,... Read more of this article

Three Candidates At C10 Nomination Day

Three Candidates At C10 Nomination Day

Nomination day for the by-election for Constituency 10 Smith’s North was held yesterday [May 8] and the confirmed candidates are the OBA’s Robert King, the PLP’s Lindsay Simmons and Independent Sir John Swan. A spokesperson said, “The public will be aware that the Parliamentary Registry Office [PRO] announced that a Bye-Election... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 8 2024

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 8 2024

May 8 saw 2,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $52,500.00 BD. 2,100 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $25.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,532.95, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 8 2024

Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 8 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 8] include acting appointments. Permanent Secretary Ministry Of Transport Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0483/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 08 May, 2024 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Permanent... Read more of this article

2024 Road Safety Week Launch Held

2024 Road Safety Week Launch Held

Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert and BRSC Chairman Dennis Lister III spoke at the opening of Road Safety Week this week at City Hall. Dennis Lister III – Chairman of the BRSC; Dion Francis – D/Chairman of the JRSC; Emilygail Dill – Junior Minister of Transport; Hon. Wayne Furbert – Minister of Transport; City of Hamilton Town Crier -Ed Christopher;... Read more of this article