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Two Collisions On Middle Road In Southampton

Two separate road traffic collisions occurred along Middle Road in Southampton this morning [May 8]. A police spokesperson said, “There have been two separate road traffic collisions along Middle Road, Southampton, commonly known as the “Rising Sun” stretch. “At least one of the collisions appears to be of a serious nature. Out of an... Read more of this article

Enstar Group Preference Share Dividends

Enstar Group Limited announced that it will pay cash dividends on its Series D and Series E preference shares. A spokesperson said, “Dividends on Enstar’s Series D 7.00% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Perpetual Non-Cumulative Preference Shares of $0.43750 per depositary share [each of which represents a 1/1,000th interest in a Series D Preference Share]... Read more of this article

Ministry: 4 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 8] with the list indicating that there are four bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Trash & Transportation As Normal On June 24 Ministry: 28 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday Ministry: 22 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday Ministry: 71 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuessday Ministry:... Read more of this article

Everest Group Appoints Lisa Davis

Everest Group, Ltd. today announced the appointment of Lisa Davis as Head of North America, Wholesale & Specialty, where she will lead underwriting strategy, distribution, and portfolio management across the region. A spokesperson said, “Everest Group, Ltd., a global underwriting leader providing world-class reinsurance and specialty insurance... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 7 2026

May 7 saw 400 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $9,916.00 BD. 400 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $24.79 per share. The BSX finished at 3,548.61, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock... Read more of this article

Family Centre Launches New Campaign

Family Centre is launching an island-wide campaign – “Real Talk: It’s Okay Not to Be Okay” — to promote mental health awareness. A spokesperson said, “Today, Family Centre hosted a press conference at Sunshine League House to officially launch its adolescent-focused anti-stigma campaign. This initiative forms part of a broader,... Read more of this article

Peter Wilson Joins Hamilton Insurance Board

Hamilton Insurance Group announced that Peter W. Wilson has been elected to its Board of Directors at the Company’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. “I am pleased to welcome Peter to the Hamilton Board,” said David A. Brown, Board Chair. “Peter brings extensive industry and leadership experience across global specialty insurance... Read more of this article

Lane Closure On North Shore In Devonshire

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public of a “lane closure on North Shore Road near Robinson’s Bay Park in Devonshire to accommodate water trench works.” A Government spokesperson said, “The lane closure will be in effect from Thursday, 7 May 2026, through Monday, 11 May 2026. Working hours will be from... Read more of this article

U23 Football: Dandy Town Defeat Somerset

The Dandy Town Hornets defeated the Somerset Eagles 1–0 in Bermuda Football Association Under-23 League play at Bernard Park. Enrique Swan scored the lone goal of the match, scoring in the second half. The Dandy Town defense maintained a clean sheet for the remainder of the contest to secure the win. Related Stories Football: Devonshire Colts &... Read more of this article

Football: FC Motown Signs Xahvi Deroza

USL League Two club FC Motown has signed Bermudian footballer Xahvi Deroza for the upcoming summer season.” The New Jersey-based club secured Deroza following his freshman season at the University of New Hampshire. During his debut collegiate year, the Bermudian athlete made an excellent showing and earned a selection to the America East All-Rookie... Read more of this article

Bermuda Golfers Extend Lead In Curaçao

Bermuda’s female golfers have maintained their lead at the 46th Annual Kitty Michaels Ladies Invitational in Curaçao after the second round, extending their advantage in the Gross Division. In warm Caribbean conditions, Bermuda leads the Gross Division by seven strokes over Southwest Florida. Team captain Tracy Burgess remains the top individual... Read more of this article

Bermuda National Day of Prayer Event Today

The Bermuda National Day of Prayer will be observed from 1.00pm to 2.00pm today [May 7] on the Session House Grounds in Hamilton. A Government spokesperson said, “The House of Assembly advises the public that the Bermuda National Day of Prayer will be observed on Thursday, 7 May 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the Session House Grounds, Hamilton. “This... Read more of this article