The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Net income for the second quarter of 2024 was $50.6 million, or $1.09 per diluted common share, compared to net income of $53.4 million, or $1.13 per diluted common share, for the previous quarter and […]

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited informed the Bermuda Stock Exchange that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the Bermuda Stock Exchange Listing Regulations, the company repurchased for cancellation 320,088 common shares at an average price of $37.52 per share in July 2024. Related Stories Butterfield Senior Management Appointments Bank Of Butterfield Adjusts Rates Bank Of […]

Butterfield announced the successful conclusion of its 2024 Summer Internship programme which provided 12 Bermudian students pursuing an undergraduate degree with an opportunity to gain direct experience and knowledge in the world of finance. A spokesperson said, “The nine-week programme aimed to equip all participants with new skills and learning opportunities in a professional environment […]

[Updated] Butterfield’s Banking Centres will close early on August 16 due to Hurricane Ernesto, with a planned reopening on August 19th. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised that due to Hurricane Ernesto, all of our Banking Centres will close at 2 p.m. on Friday, August 16, and for the entirety of the weekend. We anticipate […]

The Bank of Butterfield repurchased for cancellation 351,110 common shares at an average price of $36.15 per share in August 2024. The filing with the BSX stated, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited informs the Bermuda Stock Exchange that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the Bermuda Stock Exchange Listing Regulations, the company repurchased for cancellation 351,110 common […]

The Bank of Butterfield & Son Limited announced that it is reducing its base interest rates on loans and mortgages by a quarter of a percentage point [0.25%]. A spokesperson said, “The change in base rates applies to Bermuda dollar residential mortgages, consumer loans, corporate loans and USD loans. The rate reduction on loans takes effect […]

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Net income for the third quarter of 2024 was $52.7 million, or $1.16 per diluted common share, compared to net income of $50.6 million, or $1.09 per diluted common share, for the previous quarter […]

The Bank of Butterfield repurchased for cancellation 432,876 common shares at an average price of $37.31 per share in October 2024. The filing with the BSX stated, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited informs the Bermuda Stock Exchange that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the Bermuda Stock Exchange Listing Regulations, the company repurchased […]

Joey FC, led by Justin Bell, triumphed over Wa Good FC with a 4-1 victory in the final of the sixth annual UT7 Challenge Cup, concluding the ninth annual UT7 Football Series on July 10th. “UT7 has concluded their sixth annual Challenge Cup [ninth annual UT7 Football Series]. The UT7 3v3 tournament took place this […]

The Dash at Dusk Youth races took place at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center, with Kailee Raynor, Cruz Burgess, Diamond Morris, Matteo Bortoli, Eli Oduntan, Freya Dunkle, Elena Bortoli, and David Todd all winning their age groups The full 2024 Dash at Dusk Results follows below [PDF here]: Related […]

Bermuda triple jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief was always confident he would one day represent the island at the Olympic Games. Perinchief, who is making his Olympic debut in Paris, gets his campaign underway today [August 7] in the men’s triple jump qualifiers at the Stade de France. In a YouTube video from the Youth Olympic Games […]

Ryan Outerbridge and his Franklin Pierce men’s cross country teammates traveled to Rochester, New York for the Harry F. Anderson Invitational hosted by Roberts Wesleyan College. Outerbridge and his teammates finished 6th out of 25 teams with 201 points. The men’s 8k saw Outerbridge finish 21st overall and as the first runner for Franklin Pierce. […]

Bermuda’s Najee Pitt-Clarke made her debut for the Reading University women’s rugby team which plays in the Women’s South Eastern Tier 3A division. Pitt-Clarke wasted no time making an impact, scoring a try in her debut game which the Reading University women’s rugby team won 44 – 0 over Royal Holloway University of London. Related Stories […]

[Written by Dale Butler] It is always a joy after morning chores to pick a take-out restaurant I have never attended in order to satisfy my one meal a day journey in life that started four years ago. Having seen the Curry Leaf advert online, I was impressed and became even more determined to find it […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Gavin Carter, a self-confessed foodie, always struggled to find a brand of butter to tantalise his taste buds. Having grown up watching and learning from his mother, Marie Carter, he knew his way around the kitchen and decided to create his own recipe. For several years, Mr Carter enjoyed his culinary […]

The Three Kings Restaurant will be open tonight [Dec 1] for the St. George’s Christmas Walkabout, offering “two exceptional menus for the evening.” A spokesperson said, “The Three Kings Restaurant, an exciting new dining destination in St.George’s, is proud to announce its participation in the annual St. George’s Christmas Walkabout. “This highly anticipated event, taking place […]

Christian Ebbin made his Tulane University debut as the school hosted the Allstate Sugar Bowl Open. Along with Tulane, the field includes College of Charleston, Florida State, Jacksonville, Rice, Stanford, Texas A&M, Cal-Berkely, and Wisconsin. Ebbin is sailing the school’s B class boat, which is currently in 5th place with 45 points. Of the eight […]

Bermudian sailor Penny Simmons has been hailed as a “true sailing legend” with an “indomitable spirit” after passing away last month. He was aged 85. Simmons represented Bermuda at four Olympic Games in two classes of boat: Dragons and 470s. He was an active member of the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club for several decades. Simmons, […]

Bermuda National Library is set to be the venue for the launch of Melodye Micere Van Putten’s book, “Expressions of Blackness: Spirituality, Resistance, Power, Honor, Joy, Love, Connections.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Library will host the book launch of Melodye Micere Van Putten’s seventeenth book, Expressions of Blackness: Spirituality, Resistance, Power, Honor, Joy, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Author Clara Fay’s debut novel, Mark of a Crescent Moon, has earned rave reviews from critics and won three literary awards. The novel, described as a “compelling tale of intrigue, destiny, and the surprising intersection of an artistic and spiritual journey” is available at the The Bookmart, Bermuda Bookstore in Hamilton, […]

[Written by Dale Butler] “Something from the Heart, The Journey to Love” is the culmination of a few years of hard work crafting over 800 poems and now author Wendy Ebbin is about to launch her first book with 146 poems inspired by soul mate George Vernon James Burch who unfortunately passed. Undeterred, she mustered […]

Bermudian author Neletha Butterfield will be signing copies of her latest book, “Good Vibes Only for the Soul” — a tribute to her late son — at The Book Mart on Friday [May 10] and W.J Boyles and Sons on Saturday [May 11]. Ms Butterfield said, “It was approximately three years ago I wrote and […]

The Bermuda National Library’s Youth Library on Church Street in Hamilton will be temporarily closed for roof repairs and structural improvements from August 24th to  October 14th. The Department of Libraries & Archives Director, Joanne Brangman, emphasised the importance of these structural repairs and improvements, stating, “These measures are necessary to enhance the library’s facilities […]

The Bermuda National Library [BNL] announced that the “scheduled reopening of the Youth Library, initially set for October 14, has been postponed due to ongoing remediation.” A spokesperson said, “The Youth Library staff will continue to host the following programs in the Meeting Room at the Main Library: Saturdays: Saturday Storytime, Book Babies, Girls’ Club, […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is recruiting an Education & Community Outreach Coordinator to join the team for the start of the school year in September. A spokesperson said, “Do you have a passion for Bermuda’s natural environment and knowledge of environmental stewardship? Are you able to connect with and inspire a wide range of young […]

Young people from a variety of island groups came together for the Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] Coastal Cleanup, focused on the coasts of Black Bay Beach and Glass Beach. A spokesperson said, “The KBB Coastal Cleanup for 2023 has taken off with a boom. This year the First Devonshire Brownies and the First West Pembroke […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] took part in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Junior Golf Clinic at Port Royal Golf Course, engaging 40 local students aged 5-14 with waste management education and emphasizing the significance of environmental stewardship. Keep Bermuda Beautiful said, “Things we love! Working with little people and teens is one of KBB’s most favorite […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] appointed Linda Parker as its part-time Education and Community Coordinator. A spokesperson said, “Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is delighted to announce the appointment of Linda Parker as its part-time Education and Community Engagement Coordinator. “Linda has a wealth of experience in Bermuda’s education sector as a teacher, Head of English, Deputy […]

Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced a $1.9 billion special dividend and also announced executive promotions. A spokesperson said, “Arch Capital Group Ltd. [NASDAQ: ACGL, Arch or the Company] today announced that its Board of Directors [Board] has declared a special cash dividend [special dividend] of $1.9 billion to common shareholders, representing $5.00 per outstanding common share. […]

Sabrina Burgess made an excellent showing in her IFBB Figure professional debut, placing 5th in the Master’s Figure Over 50 Division and 6th in the Over 40 Division at the IFBB Professional League Hurricane Pro event in St. Petersburg, Florida. Ms Burgess — who earned her pro card in 2019 and is in spectacularly good […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Mikle Dill says bodybuilding has helped fill the sporting void left behind when he quit rugby because of medical issues. When Dill, a former national team player, decided to hang up his rugby boots, he knew he had to find another outlet to channel his competitive spirit. The 24-year-old began training at […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian physique athlete Susan Simons has set her sights on a top-two finish at the NPC Worldwide Royal Grand Prix Bermuda Regional at the Ruth Seaton James Centre in Devonshire on Saturday [September 9]. Simons, who will compete in the wellness masters and wellness open divisions, returned to training in January in […]

Bermudian bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard made his professional debut at the IFBB Pittsburgh Pro earlier this month in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A spokesperson said, “Behind the Olympia and Arnold Classic Competitions, this is considered one of the largest and most prestigious professional bodybuilding competitions in the sport. “Goddard competed for the first time as a professional in […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard made his professional debut at the IFBB Pittsburgh Pro in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the weekend. Goddard, who gained his pro card at the Amateur Olympia Orlando in November last year, becoming the youngest Bermudian at 25 to earn the designation, competed in the men’s physique class in […]

CariGenetics — in partnership with The 2 Frontiers Project and BIOS — led and funded a local study that could help save coral reefs around the world which are being affected by climate change. A spokesperson said, “Since its launch last October, CariGenetics continues to conduct ground-breaking research which will have a positive impact, not […]

A 58-year-old Mexican national was arrested at the airport “after he was found in possession of a large quantity of cash” and the police also executed search warrants at residences in Devonshire and Paget and “more than $17,000 in cash was seized and two persons arrested.” A police spokesperson said, “On Saturday, July 20th, 2024, […]

The Bermuda National Library’s [BNL] Teen Advisory Board held their Youth Library’s Zombie Walk yesterday [Oct 25], offering a thrilling community event filled with spooky fun, games, and treats. You can view all our coverage of Halloween over the years here, view Halloween photo galleries from over the years here. and view all our Halloween videos here on Bernews.TV. Related […]

The ‘Move Your Feet’ for Autism 5K Family Walk, hosted by Tomorrow’s Voices, was held today [Nov 3] at TN Tatem Field in Warwick.  The event included music, bouncy castles, a warm-up stretch, and various family-friendly activities, creating a fun day for all in support of autism awareness. Related Stories 9-Year-Old Rico Has His Own […]

Tyler James earned a first place and a third place finish while competing at the Bruce’s Field II Horse Show in South Carolina. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Equestrian Federation extends its congratulations to Tyler James on his recent achievements at the October at Bruce’s Field II Horse Show held from October 24 to October […]

The Evolution Healing Centre hosted a drop-in event on Friday [Oct 25] to mark the upcoming World Stroke Day on October 29. A spokesperson said, “The Evolution Healing Centre recently hosted a drop-in event on Friday, engaging the community in discussing stroke awareness and ongoing rehabilitation efforts. Led by senior physiotherapists, Dr. Kimberley Watkins and […]

The Bermuda Medical Doctors Association elected Dr. Kyjuan H. Brown as President, along with a new executive team, at its Annual General Conference on October 24, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Medical Doctors Association [BMDA] is pleased to announce the election of its new executive team following the Annual General Conference held on October […]

This November, Bermuda Is Love is launching the #YourHealthYourFuture Campaign to “educate and inspire Bermudians to take proactive steps toward improving their physical and mental health, thereby creating a more vibrant and resilient future for everyone.” A spokesperson said, “The #YourHealthYourFuture campaign will run throughout the month of November and features a diverse range of […]

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] announced the launch of Growing Together: Nutrition for Pregnancy, a new series of nutrition classes designed to “support pregnant women in making informed, healthy choices for themselves and their babies.” A spokesperson said, “Sponsored by the It Takes A Village Foundation [ITAV], these classes are a valuable addition to our […]

The solar project at ‘the finger’ at the airport, has won the Best Utility-Scale Project in the Caribbean award at the 2022 Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum Industry Awards, Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban announced. Minister Roban said, “Many will be aware that I am currently overseas participating in environmental conferences. I am […]

[Column written by Stratton Hatfield] As Bermuda stands at the crossroads of a sustainable energy future, every voice counts in shaping the Integrated Resource Plan [IRP]. This next IRP will define the path we take toward a more efficient Bermuda, influencing the kinds of energy we rely on, the costs of electricity, and the impact […]

Last night’s lightning storm appears to have damaged the Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Southampton, with the Church’s roof sustaining damage overnight. The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service are presently on scene assessing the situation. Dr. Sydney Gibbons, the Church’s Pastor, confirmed that is no internal damage to the church and added that they are looking […]

A one-man protest took place outside of North Rock Restaurant on South Road this afternoon [March 2] with the protest, which resulted in the police being called, centered around some form of issue alleged to involve pay stubs. The protester, who identified himself as Carlos Swan, told Bernews, “My boss wants to call the police […]

A snake sighted in Sandys — which is believed to be a non-venomous Pueblan milk snake — was “humanely euthanized,” the Department of Environment and Natural Resources has confirmed, adding that the “introduction of snakes to the island’s natural environment could potentially be extremely harmful.” A spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources […]

Tickets for the 2024 Butterfield Bermuda Championship are now available for purchase through the official tournament website with early-bird discounts available until 1 November. A spokesperson said, “Daily general admission tickets can be purchased online for just $35 per day. These tickets provide access to an even better family zone, the Coca Cola Fan Oasis, and, […]

Camiko Smith leads the Butterfield Bermuda Championship local qualifier after the first round at a rain soaked Port Royal Golf Course. Smith shot a round of 3-under par 68 to lead by four strokes over a three-wat tie for second place between Oliver Betschart, Damian Palanyandi, and Adam Perry who all shot a 1-over par […]