Butterfield wins top trust award
Butterfield was named Trust Company of the Year (large firm) before more than 500 private client practitioners at the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners’ Private Client Awards at the London Hil...
2026-09-20 11:06:31

Bermuda Hotels Earn Michelin Keys In 2026 Guide
Two Bermuda hotels have been included in the Michelin Guide’s 2026 global hotel selection, with Rosewood Bermuda and The Loren at Pink Beach both holding Michelin Key distinctions. The Michelin Guide released its 2026 hotel selection on September 18, listing Bermuda as having two Key hotels, with Bermuda being classified as among the Caribbean destinations. [...]
2026-09-20 10:35:53

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island Face Miami
Khano Smith’s Rhode Island were defeated 2-1 at home by Miami FC in the United Soccer League Championship yesterday [September 19]. Rhode Island are seventh in the Eastern Conference this season. They are away to Charleston Battery on Saturday. Rhode Island head coach and general manager Smith is a former Bermuda captain and New England [...]
2026-09-20 10:23:33

Students debate coaching and PE as activities week kicks off
Pupils from schools across the island debated the importance of physical education and the pressure faced by young athletes at CedarBridge Academy yesterday. Students from Warwick Academy, Saltus Gram...
2026-09-20 10:02:02

Jutorre Burgess Returns For Harborough
Bermuda footballer Jutorre Burgess returned to action after a lengthy injury in Harborough Town’s 1-0 home win over Rushall Olympic in the FA Cup Second Round Qualifying yesterday [September 19]. The winger, who missed the second half of last season because of a knee injury, came on as an 82nd-minute substitute. Burgess helped Harborough win [...]
2026-09-20 09:50:24

Jai Bean scores twice as Village make winning league start
North Village 2 Paget 0 Jai Bean opened his scoring account with two second-half goals as North Village Rams registered a comfortable victory over a well-organised Paget Lions at Bernard Park on ...
2026-09-20 09:47:24

Daizhari Tucker’s Raiders Defeated Away
Daizhari Tucker’s Worcester Raiders were defeated 3-0 away by Shaftsbury in the Southern Football League Division One South yesterday [September 19]. The Bermudian is the first team coach at Raiders, who gained promotion from Step 5 of the English non-league pyramid last season. Raiders are twelfth in the standings this term. Related Stories Coleridge Fubler [...]
2026-09-20 09:18:17

Ayleal Dill Scores Twice For Southwell
Bermudian footballer Ayleal Dill scored twice in Southwell City’s 3-0 home win over Dronfield Town in the United Counties Division One yesterday [September 19]. Dill, who has been in fine form in front of goal this season, scored a penalty in the 61st minute before adding his second in the 66th minute. Southwell are third [...]
2026-09-20 09:08:00

BPS: Officer Is Not Linked To Court Matter
The police issued a clarification after rumours circulated alleging that a serving officer was linked to a drug importation trial, confirming that the officer was not connected to the matter. Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of rumors alleging that a serving police officer is linked to a recent [...]
2026-09-19 22:53:28

Video: Dakari Love Advances On ‘The Voice’
Bermudian singer Dakari Love impressed with both his voice and his good looks during his appearance on ITV’s The Voice UK, and has advanced to the next round after being selected by Sir Tom Jones. His performance in the popular television show drew applause from the audience multiple times, while his good looks also attracted [...]
2026-09-19 21:22:19

RoyaLand Announces Three New Mobile Games
RoyaLand has announced that NipsApp Game Studios is developing three free-to-play mobile games under the RoyaLand brand, with all three titles targeted for release on iOS and Android in October. A spokesperson said, “The RoyaLand Company Ltd, a Bermuda holding company focused on creating immersive, fantasy-based royalty-themed games as well as ownership and growth of [...]
2026-09-19 10:00:37

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of Ally Insurance
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a” [Excellent] of the members of Ally Insurance Group [Ally Insurance]. The members include Motors Insurance Corporation and its reinsured subsidiaries, MIC Property and Casualty Insurance Corporation and CIM Insurance Corporation, as well as an affiliate, Ally [...]
2026-09-19 09:30:52

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 18 2026
September 18 saw 2,945 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $148,589.75 BD. 2,200 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 0.2% at $58.20 per share, while the other 745 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $27.60 per share. The BSX finished at 3,758.34, down 0.15% [...]
2026-09-19 09:15:27

Naz Farrow to retire as CEO of CG
CG’s Naz Farrow will retire as Coralisle Group’s chief executive officer at the end of this year, the insurer’s board of directors announced today. Yan Leclerc, CG Group chief financial officer and ex...
2026-09-19 08:19:09

Edouard Williams (1931-2026): member of a quiet revolution
Another member has passed on from the covert group that risked reprisals from the Establishment in Bermuda to take on racial segregation in the 1959 Theatre Boycott. Edouard Williams and his late wife...
2026-09-19 07:53:47

Screening shows lifestyle changes key to healthy kidneys
Residents at a health screening exercise who showed improvements in the function of their kidneys credited lifestyle changes as key to improving their health, a charity said. The Bermuda Diabetes Asso...
2026-09-19 07:49:26

Tourist injured by bus gives evidence in trial
An elderly tourist who was seriously injured when she was struck by a bus in Hamilton in October 2024 told Magistrates’ Court that she looked “both ways” before crossing the road and “never saw” the o...
2026-09-19 07:46:58

Retiring abroad series — Port Douglas, Australia
As an Australian, I have left my heart in Port Douglas, or “Dougie” as I like to call it — therefore the 13th entry in the retirement series focuses on Port Douglas, a small coastal town about 41 mil...
2026-09-19 07:34:32

One step at a time to overcome your debt fears
Dear Dave, I want to try to get control of my finances. But after living so long from paycheque to paycheque, and having so much debt, I’m almost afraid to open all the bills to find out just how bad ...
2026-09-19 07:33:30

Not all e-bikes are created equal
For almost a year, I have consistently raised concerns about electric bikes on Bermuda's roads. Electric mobility is part of our transportation future, but our laws must evolve alongside the technolog...
2026-09-19 07:31:42

Canadian sex worker cleared of smuggling cannabis
A Canadian national has walked free after being cleared of smuggling $1.3 million of cannabis into Bermuda. A Supreme Court was unanimous after nearly five hours’ deliberation in finding Sandra Marrer...
2026-09-18 08:04:19

Justin Mathias: Infighting in both parties is damaging democracy
We are living in a democracy in decline. I have always believed that public commentary carries a responsibility, and I choose to contribute only when I feel I can add meaningful value to the broader c...
2026-09-18 08:03:37

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2026-09-18 08:03:01

Watch: BGA food and retail show returns in larger venue
The BGA Food and Trade Show last year at the Grotto Bay Hotel was such a big hit, it is now an annual event, and this year moved to a larger and more central location to cater to demand. Importer and ...
2026-09-18 08:00:00

Davis Cup tie to be played in front of full house
A capacity crowd is expected at WER Joell Tennis Stadium for Bermuda’s Davis Cup World Group II tie against Mexico this weekend, with more than 500 fans set to pack the venue each day. According to Be...
2026-09-18 08:00:00

Team-by-team guide to football season as league starts
As the heat of summer finally starts to wane the sporting baton passes as a new football league season blossoms across the Island. With some early evidence from the Dudley Eve Trophy to digest, fans a...
2026-09-18 07:59:00

Bermuda re/insurers stand ready as EU seeks to close protection gap
The European Union is looking to set up a “climate insurance alliance” to better cover losses resulting from natural disasters that are increasing in frequency and intensity with the advance of global...
2026-09-18 07:59:00

RG Fantasy League: Kamada and Gibbs-White can beef up midfield
Premier League football hits the final round before the international break and Fantasy managers can make their mark with several top teams having favourable fixtures. Players must also judge fitness ...
2026-09-18 07:58:00

John Swift (1939-2026): community-minded businessman
The founder of a family paint company applied his skills and resources for community projects such as helping restore historic naval crests on the walls of Dockyard. John Swift was an accomplished gol...
2026-09-18 07:57:00

Osheah Douglas: Conservation connects people around the world
There were so many highlights from my trip to Borneo that it is hard to choose just a few because the whole experience was something I will never forget. This was my first trip abroad at 15 years old...
2026-09-18 07:57:00

PLP Clarifies Conference Postponement Decision
The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] has provided further clarification on its decision to postpone the 61st Annual General Conference, which, in effect, means the party’s leadership election will be delayed. PLP Statement A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party wishes to provide further clarity on the procedural reasons for Central Committee’s decision to postpone the [...]
2026-09-17 00:21:11

Bermuda Narrows Ebola Entry Screening
Bermuda has narrowed its enhanced Ebola screening measures to focus exclusively on travellers who have been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within the previous 21 days. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health, in coordination with the Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Shaun Ramroop, has announced an update to Bermuda’s public health response [...]
2026-09-17 00:09:37

Ministry Warns Of Rise In Respiratory Illnesses
The Ministry of Health is advising the public to “take simple precautions as respiratory illnesses, including COVID‐19, have increased in recent weeks.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit has noted a rise in community activity consistent with seasonal trends. “Most people will experience mild symptoms, but reinforcing basic prevention helps protect vulnerable [...]
2026-09-17 00:08:27

Video: Taste Of Bermuda Event On October 8–11
The City of Hamilton has released its latest promotional video for Taste of Bermuda 2026, running October 8-11, featuring a new weekend line-up of culinary experiences including a tabletop dining theatre and Bermuda’s first-ever edible movie screening. A spokesperson said, “As previously shared, this year’s Taste brings a fresh new weekend line-up, including two exciting [...]
2026-09-17 00:07:21

HSBC Warns Customers About Fraud Scam
HSBC Bermuda is warning business customers about a fraud scam involving criminals impersonating HSBC employees. A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda is warning business customers about an ongoing fraud scam in which criminals are impersonating HSBC employees and attempting to trick clients into approving or disclosing information about transactions.” “We are continuing to receive reports of [...]
2026-09-17 00:02:40

Summit Offers Six Hours CPA Bermuda Credit
The Lumina Festival’s second annual Financial Literacy Summit will take place on Friday, September 25, with the full-day programme approved for six hours of Continuing Professional Development [CPD] credit by CPA Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Lumina Festival is pleased to announce that its second annual Financial Literacy Summit has been approved for six hours [...]
2026-09-17 00:00:35

Traffic Notice For Davis Cup Tennis Matches
Canal Road in Pembroke Parish will be closed from Thursday [Sept 17] to Sunday [Sept 20] for the Davis Cup tennis matches at W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public that Canal Road in Pembroke Parish, near the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium, will [...]
2026-09-16 23:56:21

Minister Darrell Meets With United Airlines Officials
Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell travelled to Chicago for meetings with United Airlines focused on expanding Bermuda’s air service. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon. Owen Darrell, Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, travelled to Chicago from 15–17 September for meetings focused on Bermuda’s air service and tourism [...]
2026-09-16 23:55:30

Ministry & Solstice Launch Caregiver Initiative
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors has partnered with Solstice to launch a Caregiver Support Initiative offering eligible caregivers free individual counselling and drop-in support groups from September 17 to October 17. A spokesperson said, “Caregivers across Bermuda will be able to access individual counselling and drop-in support groups at no out-of-pocket cost [...]
2026-09-16 23:54:19

OBA’s Smith On Education, Results & More
“If we are serious about improving education, we must be equally serious about measuring and publicly reporting the results,” Shadow Education Minister Ben Smith said. “I am pleased to know that the Department of Education has established measurable targets for student achievement in English, mathematics and science for the 2026–27 academic year,” Mr Smith said. [...]
2026-09-16 23:52:52

PLP Annual General Conference Postponed
The PLP’s Annual General Conference scheduled for October 28th -30th 2026 has apparently been postponed. This is according to a message sent out by the party, to various party officials, members and candidates, said, “This notice serves as formal confirmation of the decision of Central Committee regarding the 2026 Annual General Conference. The Annual General Conference scheduled for [...]
2026-09-15 23:43:12

One Person Injured In Collision In Paget
[Updated] A two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a car occurred in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar, near the junction of Manse Road and Harbour Road, Paget. “Traffic diversions are in place at Cobb’s Hill Road and Chapel Road. If possible, please [...]
2026-09-15 23:27:58

BMA To Launch World Investor Week Campaign
The Bermuda Monetary Authority will launch its week-long World Investor Week 2026 campaign from 5–9 October, focusing on financial literacy, investor resilience, digital deception and scam prevention. A spokesperson said, “The tenth anniversary celebration of World Investor Week will commence on Monday, 5 October 2026, with a public education campaign dedicated to raising awareness of [...]
2026-09-15 22:59:48

Somersfield To Host Montessori Open House
Somersfield Academy will host its Montessori Open House on September 17, giving “”families an opportunity to explore Somersfield’s Montessori philosophy and curriculum.” A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy is delighted to invite families to a Journey of Discovery, during its upcoming Montessori Open House, taking place on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 5:45 pm. “The evening [...]
2026-09-15 22:56:18

BFA Releases 2026/27 Football Schedule
The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has released the full 2026–27 domestic football schedule, along with revised admission prices for matches. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is pleased to announce the release of the full schedule [PDF here] for the 2026–27 football season. “With the new campaign already started with the Charity Cup [...]
2026-09-15 22:44:55

“Investment In Construction Increased 8.1%”
“Investment in construction increased 8.1% year-over-year during the first quarter” and the “estimated value of new projects started during the first quarter reached $60.3 million,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda welcomes the latest construction activity figures for the first quarter of 2026, which indicate continued momentum in Bermuda’s construction [...]
2026-09-15 22:32:16

Collision On Front Street In City Of Hamilton
[Updated] Police have confirmed a road traffic collision on Front Street in the City of Hamilton near King Street, with traffic being diverted in both directions. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a road traffic collision on Front Street, City of Hamilton, near King Street. Details remain very limited at this time. “Due to this [...]
2026-09-15 22:26:25

BILTIR Conference To Welcome 650+ Attendees
Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] today announced that “more than 650 attendees will convene for the 2026 Bermuda International Life and Annuity Conference, taking place September 28-29 at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Supported by Diamond Sponsors EY and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP [...]
2026-09-15 22:23:02

OBA’s De Couto On Economic Data & More
“This Government’s own statistics provide a clear view of its poor track record – the numbers don’t lie,” Shadow Finance Minister MP Douglas De Couto said. Dr De Couto said, “Bermuda is struggling with four or more national crises, depending on how you count: education, healthcare, housing and cost of living, and violence and road [...]
2026-09-15 22:16:41

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Sept 15 2026
The official Government and Legal notices for today [September 15] include acting appointments, public notification, notification of planning applications registered, and notice of intention to construct a controlled plant. The Privacy Commissioner Notice type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0811/2026 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 15 September, 2026 Government [...]
2026-09-15 22:01:22