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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Dec 14

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, December 14th. On Saturday the Brasilia Highway discharge vessel is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship is scheduled to arrive, and on Thursday the Bermuda... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 13 2024

December 13 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,578.82, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 53 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 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 19 2026 Bermuda... Read more of this article

Scammers Claiming To Represent The BPS

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they are “aware of scammers calling local residents claiming to work for the BPS and requesting personal information, as well as financial details. A police spokesperson said, “This is a well-known phishing tactic and is similar to the methods used back in October, when an alert was issued about the... Read more of this article

Photos: Skyport’s Carol-Off Winners Concert

Skyport’s second annual Great Bermuda Carol-Off celebrated its winners with a concert at L.F. Wade International Airport, awarding funding to outstanding school choirs for their music programs. A spokesperson said, “Skyport’s second annual Great Bermuda Carol-Off came to a stunning conclusion last night with its first ever Winners’ Concert,... Read more of this article

Bermuda Arborist Donates Services To BNT

The spirit of Christmas visited the Bermuda National Trust’s Verdmont Museum in Smith’s parish this week when David McCann’s team from Bermuda Arborist donated a day of their time to improve the gardens. “We are so grateful to Mr McCann and his team for their generous gift of time and expertise,” said Karen Border, Executive Director of BNT.... Read more of this article

Traffic Notice For Pink Sands Scrambling

The Ministry of Public Works advises “motorists and members of the public that the Pink Sands Scrambling event will take place on Sunday, 15 December 2024, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.” A Government spokesperson said, “The event will commence at Coney Island Park at 7:00 a.m. and is anticipated to conclude by 5:00 p.m. Traffic control measures... Read more of this article

Jones Takes Early Lead At Moongate Tour

Nick Jones, fresh off his appearance at the 2024 PGA Butterfield Bermuda Championship, fired a solid 1-over par 72 to grab the first-round lead at the Gosling’s Moongate Tour Championship at the Port Royal Golf Course. Gosling’s Moongate Tour Championship First Round Leaderboard 72 Nick Jones [p] 73 Andrew Trott-Francis [p] 73 Oliver Betschart... Read more of this article

Police Service Dismisses Superintendent

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] confirmed that “following a disciplinary hearing, a Police Superintendent has been dismissed from the service without notice.” A police spokesperson said, “The dismissal comes after a panel found the officer guilty of conduct that was deemed incompatible with the high standards of integrity required... Read more of this article

BSSF All-Star Netball Matches Tonight

The Bermuda School Sports Federation’s annual All-Star Netball Matches will take place tonight at Warwick Academy Gymnasium, with middle school girls playing at 6:00 PM and senior school girls at 7:30 PM. A spokesperson said, “The teams for tonight are: Middle School East “Emily Paulos, Riley Jones, Milena Millet, Zoei Burgess [Somersfield... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Saturday December 14

Saturday December 14 is expected to be windy, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 7:12am and sunset will be at 5:15pm. High tide will be at 7:11am and 7:28pm, while low tide... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 13 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 13] include notification of planning applications registered and cancellation of registration. List of Planning Applications Advertised on December 13, 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1111/2024 Public Authorities... Read more of this article

Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business

[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session today [Dec 13] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the Fiscal Update and Tabling of the Pre-Budget Report, Update of Closed Schools, Approved Hamilton Residential Schemes Guidelines, National Seniors Strategy, 2024-2030 – “Celebrating Life and Ageing Well”, Update on... Read more of this article