The judge overseeing Robert Brockman’s case – an American billionaire accused of allegedly “using a Bermuda-based family charitable trust and other offshore entities to hide assets from the Internal Revenue Service while failing to pay taxes” – tentatively set his trial date for February 23, 2023. The report said, “The judge overseeing billionaire Robert Brockman’s tax-evasion […]

Flora Of Bermuda, owned by Bermuda Racing, claimed a third-place finish at Ascot in the prestigious Group One Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes in England last weekend. Drawn in stall 20 in the 20-strong field, the three-year-old, who went off a 25-1, ran strongly on the soft ground under jockey Oisin Murphy. Simon Scupham, founder […]

Greenrock released a report from BVG Associates “to help progress offshore wind as a key potential element of a sustainable, low carbon energy system for Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s greenhouse gas emissions need to reduce 60% by 2030 to align with international efforts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees centigrade. If warming exceeds […]

“A 60MW offshore wind farm could generate up to 40% of Bermuda’s electricity,” according to a new study released by Greenrock into Offshore Wind Feasibility. A spokesperson said, “After completing an independent review of work carried out to date a few months ago, Greenrock is pleased to announce the release of an Offshore Wind detailed […]

“Today I am pleased to report that the price at the pump for gasoline has fallen 5.2 cents from the price cap put in place in February 2022,” announced Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt. Premier Burt continued, “As a result of Russia’s war in Ukraine, consumers worldwide faced record-high gas prices; however, the […]

“The price at the pump for Gasoline as of Tuesday, May 16, 2023, is expected to remain at 234.1 cents/litre,” announced Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt. “This price is equal to the February 2022 level of 234.10 cents/litre, at which prices were capped for the last fourteen months while global prices soared.” Without […]

“The price at the pump for Gasoline as of Friday, June 16, 2023, will remain at 234.10 cents/litre,” announced Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt. “This price is equal to the February 2022 level of 234.10 cents/litre, at which prices were capped for the last fifteen months. “Diesel, for the third consecutive month, is […]

BELCO advised that beginning October 1st, 2023 there will be an increase in the Fuel Adjustment Rate [FAR]. A spokesperson said, “With the approval of the Bermuda Regulatory Authority, the FAR will increase from the existing rate of 16.513 cents per kilowatt-hour [kWh] to 24.517 cents per kWh. The FAR is comprised of 20.09 cents per […]

Since announcing there would be an increase in the Fuel Adjustment Rate [FAR] “there have been several misconceptions and incorrect information circulating,” the BELCO President said, adding that “customers’ bills are not increasing by 48%, only a portion of the bill will increase, the base rate and other charges will remain the same.” BELCO President […]

[Opinion column written by OBA Shadow Minister for Legal & Home Affairs Scott Pearman] In his speech made the day he became Opposition Leader, Jarion Richardson observed that “blame is not a solution”. Friday’s press conference by Deputy Premier Walter Roban on the impending increases in our electricity costs, was sadly short on meaningful solutions. Instead […]

[Column written by Denise DeMoura] I’d like to share a few of my easiest ways to save money on BELCO bills. After I moved in with my husband, Anson Nash, he was shocked when I lowered our two-person monthly household electricity bill to about $100. So with BELCO’s new Fuel Adjustment Rate [FAR], our monthly […]

Greenrock announced the release of the fourth study in our offshore wind feasibility study series – a Wind Speed and Annual Energy Production Analysis. A spokesperson said, “This study was commissioned to understand more accurately how much electricity could be generated by an offshore wind farm in Bermuda. “Key points from the study are as follows: […]

RUBiS Energy Bermuda has shared details regarding the opening hours for their various locations during the Christmas and New Year’s holiday season. Related Stories RUBiS Christmas & New Year’s Holiday Hours RUBiS Service Station Christmas Holiday Hours Govt Responds To Comments On NSC Contract Gas Stations: Opening Hours Over The Holiday Oil Insurance Upgraded By […]

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] has approved an adjustment to the Feed-In-Tariff [FIT], increasing it from 0.131 $/kWh to 0.1915 $/kWh. A spokesperson said, “This decision is a calculated response to the dynamic shifts unfolding in both the energy and economic landscapes. “The rationale behind this move is grounded in a commitment to maintaining […]

Youngsters can enjoy the fun and excitement of gymnastics at an Open House event next month. The Open House is hosted by the Bermuda Gymnastics Association’s training centre in Southside, St David’s, on July 10. The free session, from 9 am to 11 am, is for children aged 1 to 5. Related Stories Results: International […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A team of 13 gymnasts represented the island at the recent Presidential Classic at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida. The team, accompanied by their coach Dariana Rojas, competed at compulsory and optional levels against more than 4,000 participants worldwide. On the opening day, Alyssa Andrews, competing at […]

The Bermuda International Gymnastics Challenge will be held at the Training Centre in St David’s in March next year. Organised by Bermuda Gymnastics, the competition is from March 16 to 17, with male and female athletes judged under USA Gymnastics rules, all Xcel levels and levels 1 to 10. The entry deadline for gymnasts is […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] When Sydney Mason retired from gymnastics aged 18, she did not expect it to take five years to discover a sport that excited and challenged her as much as her first sporting love. Mason was once the top gymnast on the island, representing Bermuda at the Pan American Games in Toronto […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] has expanded its operation by opening a second training facility called The Loft on Marsh Lane in Devonshire. Anna Balada, the BGA head coach, believes the more centrally located facility will help attract youngsters to the sport who cannot travel as far as Southside, St David’s, […]

The Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] will hold its February Break Camp at its new Loft facility on Marsh Lane, Devonshire. The camp runs from February 12 to 16 for 4 to 12-year-olds and will include an excursion to the BGA’s main training base in Southside, St David’s. The full camp, costing $320, runs from 9 […]

The Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] will hold its Spring Break Camps at its new Loft facility on Marsh Lane, Devonshire. The first camp runs from March 25 to 28 and the second from April 1 and 5 and will include an excursion to the BGA’s main training base in Southside, St David’s. The full camp […]

[Updated] The police are holding a press conference this afternoon about the fatal shooting in Pembroke this weekend. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The police have identified the murder victim as 37-year-old Diante Trimm, who was a mother of five. Related Stories Video: […]

The Government recently advised the public to take “care and caution while in or near the ocean given the increased presence of the Portuguese Man o War,” and one beach in Devonshire is a prime example of this, with dozens of them washed up on the shoreline. While tip toeing carefully around the beach area, wearing […]

The Seven Seas Navigator cruise ship is no stranger to the island of Bermuda, having made multiple visits over the years. Most recently, the ship stopped in St George’s, making the second of what is currently scheduled to be three calls for this year. According to the 2022 Bermuda Cruise Ship Schedule [PDF], the 170 meter […]

The Boston AIGA selected Bermudian Daren Bascome, Managing Director of Proverb Agency, as one of three recipients of the 2024 Fellows award for his significant contributions to the local design community. A spokesperson said, “The Boston AIGA [American Institute of Graphic Artists] selects Bermuda native Daren Bascome, Managing Director of award-winning branding and advertising firm […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club was ranked sixth in the Atlantic Islands by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards, highlighting its outstanding service and guest experiences. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is pleased to announce that it has been recognized in the top 20 in the World Resorts Category in the […]

Bermudian Daren Bascome spoke at the 2024 AIGA Boston Fellow Awards Celebration, with Mr. Bascome himself among the event’s three awardees. A spokesperson said, “‘Being a great designer isn’t about what you know, it’s about what you notice,’ said Daren Bascome, Managing Director of Proverb Agency on Tuesday at the 2024 AIGA Boston Fellow Awards […]

Bermuda Gas & Utility Company has awarded more than 100 winners as part of its ‘Cylinder Exchange or Purchase’ promotion, with Shannon Topple being named the grand prize winner. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Gas & Utility Company Limited is excited to announce the grand prize winner of the recent Cylinder Exchange or Purchase promotion. Ninety-nine […]

[Written by Anya Thompson] At Cedarbridge Academy, some students shine not just in academics but also in practical, hands-on fields. Terry Charlemagne, a dedicated student with a passion for mechanics, is one of them. From turbocharged car projects to mastering vehicle operation, Terry has cultivated a distinctive skill set that distinguishes him from his peers. […]

Adam Hall and his Bowie Baysox baseball team faced the Erie SeaWolves in the most important series of the season for both teams. Bowie took a one-game lead on Erie in the Eastern League Southwest Division after a 6 – 5 win. There are just 17 games left in the regular season. The second-half champion […]

Adam Hall’s 2022 baseball season has come to an end, with the player posting numbers while playing for three different teams. Hall played for the Bowie Baysox, the Norfolk Tides, and the Orioles. He finished with 211 at bats, 33 runs scored, 57 hits, and one home run. Hall had 18 RBIs, and 17 stolen […]

The Bermuda YAO Baseball season got underway, with the Phillies, Mets, Blue Jays, and Diamondbacks all earning wins. Cal Ripken Division [ages 10-12]: Phillies 22 Red Sox 9 Shane Reardon and Charlie Szakmary powered the Phillies, who triumphed over the Red Sox in an exciting opening day at Kindley Field. Solid pitching by Charlie Tudor-Thomas […]

The YAO Baseball season continued at the YAO Ball Park in St. George’s. Cal Ripken Division [Ages 10-12] Red Sox 12 Mets 11 The Red Sox came back from behind with 3 runs in the bottom of the 6th inning. The Sox were powered at the plate by Tucker Champion and Preston Halpin who combined […]

The YAO Youth Baseball League continued at the YAO Ball Park on Kindley Field this weekend, with the White Team, Mets, and Red Sox all earning wins. Senior League White Team 13 – Red Team 12 In an evenly balanced match the White Team edged the Red Team 13 – 12. The White team was […]

Adam Hall made his return to baseball following his 60-day stay on the injured reserve list. The Bermudian baseball player is now playing for the FCL Orioles, they defeated the FCL Pirates 6 – 4. Hall had 4 at bats, he walked once, struck out once, and crossed the plate for a run. Related Stories […]

Adam Hall and his FCL Orioles teammates went down 15 – 10 to the FCL Pirates. The Bermudian baseball player had 6 at-bats, he had 3 hits, struck out 2 times, and crossed the plate for a run. Hall tripled on a line drive to right in the first inning, and then in the third […]

Adam Hall’s injury-marred 2023 baseball season concluded with him appearing in 11 games split between two teams. Hall featured in 6 games for the Aberdeen Ironbirds and an additional five games for the FCL Orioles. Throughout these outings, Hall tallied 45 plate appearances, crossed the plate 4 times, notched 6 hits, which encompassed 2 doubles […]

Baseball player Adam Hall has been signed by the Winnipeg Goldeyes for the upcoming season. A statement from the club said, “The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced Friday the signing of Canadian outfielder Adam Hall for the upcoming season. Born in Hamilton, Bermuda, Hall was chosen in the second round of the 2017 Major League Baseball June Amateur […]

The YAO baseball season finally got underway, with three games completed in two divisions. Rookie Majors Division: A spokesperson said, “Behind the strong pitching of Henry Brown and fine plays in the field by William Hayne, the Mariners won the first game of the year 4-1 over the Angels. Roman Jagoda had 3 hits for […]

Adam Hall and his Winnipeg Goldeyes teammates struck out in their first game of the 2024 campaign. The baseball club opened the American Association season with a 5 – 3 loss to the Cleburne Railroaders in Texas. Hall went 1 for 3 at the plate, with a double, scoring 2 runs, and striking out once. […]

After a four-run sixth inning for the Rocket City Trash Pandas, Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers teammates fell by a 5-2 score at Toyota Field. Despite the loss, the Shuckers remain a game ahead of the Mississippi Braves for the South Division wild card with 10 games remaining in the regular season. Hall went […]

Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers have released their season game notes. In 2024 Biloxi Shuckers a double-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, finished the first half of the season with a record of 30-37, 4th in the south division, and then they had a second half record of 36-32, finishing 2nd in the south division. The […]

Khano Smith displayed impressive speed of thought and ball-handling skills during Rhode Island’s 3-2 win away to Indy Eleven in the United Soccer League [USL] Championship play-off quarter-finals on Sunday [November 3]. The Rhode Island head coach displayed his basketball skills to return the ball quickly for a thrown-in to his team, which led to […]

Arnezha Astwood and the University of Omaha men’s soccer team concluded their 2024 campaign with a hard-fought 2 – 1 loss to the fourth-ranked Denver Pioneers on Senior Day at Caniglia Field. Prior to the match, the University of Omaha recognized twelve graduating seniors, including Astwood, for their contributions to the program. Astwood, a defender, […]

The Thomas College men’s soccer team secured the 2024 North Atlantic Conference championship title with a 2 – 0 victory over the SUNY Delhi Broncos. Four Bermudian players – Cody Robinson, Isaiah Francis, Tre Burgess, and Joshua Joseph – played crucial roles in the Thomas College championship triumph. Robinson ignited the Thomas College offense early, […]

St. David’s Cricket Club are the 2024 Junior Eastern County Champions. St. David’s Cricket Club Win by 309 runs: St. David’s Cricket Club 375/4 Cleveland County 66 With the series level at 1 – 1, the St. David’s Cricket Club put this match out of reach while batting first scoring 375/4, Isaiah O’Brien scored 174 […]

Chare Smith and his Uphill Castle Cricket Club teammates defeated Long Sutton Cricket Club Southampton by 4 wickets. Long Sutton won the toss and elected to bat, they were bowled all out for 211, Joseph Martins was the top scorer with 80, while Ashley Allen was the pick of the Uphill Castle bowlers with figures […]

Eastern County Cup holders Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club and challengers Flatt’s Victoria have selected their team Saturday’s round of the 2024 series at Lord’s in St. David’s. Bailey’s Bay will be led once again by Terryn Fray, with Kyle Hodsoll the vice-captain. The Bailey’s Bay team features nine players with Cup Match classic experience, and […]

Bailey’s Bay have won the Eastern Counties Cup final after defeating Flatts Victoria by 36 runs at Lord’s, St David’s, today [August 31]. Winning the toss and electing to bat, Bay posted 144 off 41.4 overs, with captain Terryn Fray and Derrick Brangman both top scoring with 29. Seam bowler Kamau Leverock was the pick […]

Following the conclusion of the 2024 Series at Lord’s in St. David’s, the Eastern County held the 2025 draw, with the host and Champions Bailey’s Bay set to face Flatt’s Victoria first up, Cleveland County play the Cup Holders in the second round, and St David’s Cricket Club will play the third and final round. […]