A male motorcycle rider was injured in a collision in St. George’s, and in a separate incident two males were injured in a collision in Smiths. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:57pm on Thursday, July 11th, 2024, police received a report of a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle at Pepper Hall/Orange Hole Road, […]

The Ministry of Public Works advised of a “smouldering bunker fire at the Tynes Bay Waste to Energy facility in Devonshire.” A Government spokesperson said, “The incident has resulted in periodic impacts on service delivery. The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service and Tynes Bay personnel are closely monitoring the situation to ensure it remains under […]

The rider of a motorcycle involved in a collision with a tractor trailer truck on Monday [Sept 23] in Southampton remains hospitalised. A police spokesperson said, “The rider of a motorcycle involved in a collision with a tractor trailer truck around 9am Monday, 23rd September 2024, at the junction of Middle Road and South Road […]

Police are investigating a car fire that happened in Pembroke yesterday [Nov 3], noting that “there were items recovered at the scene to suggest the fire was maliciously set.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:40am on Sunday, November 3, 2024, police, along with Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, responded to a report of a car […]

A 59-year-old minibus driver was arrested and passengers were transferred to another vehicle, with the incident going viral on social media as passengers posted images. A police spokesperson said, “Around 8:50 a.m. on Monday, August 5th, 2024 police officers had cause to stop a minibus driven by a 59-year-old male, on Middle Road Southampton. “Upon being […]

[Updated] “Officers observed two males riding a motorcycle in a southerly direction along Khyber Pass, when the passenger discharged a firearm at police” and “officers began pursuit which eventually lead to shots being fired,” the police said today. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 12am on Saturday 24th of August 2024 police were responding to […]

The police said there has been an increase in the number of motorcycles reported stolen, with 20 motorcycles reported stolen in the last week. A police spokesperson said, “In recent times, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has observed an increase in the number of motorcycles reported stolen. Last week, 20 motorcycles were reported stolen from various locations around […]

A second man has now been arrested in connection with the firearm incident that occurred on August 24th, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continued Operation Athelstan, which is the BPS response to the police shooting that occurred on Saturday, […]

“More than sixty cannabis plants in various stages of growth” were “seized and subsequently destroyed,” the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, police officers were on mobile patrol when they had occasion to attend a property in the area of Mission Lane, Pembroke. “A check of the […]

Following three senior citizens being defrauded of approximately $685,000 via online and phone scams, the police have issued another advisory urging “residents, particularly senior citizens, to remain vigilant regarding online scams and phone scams.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to urge residents, particularly senior citizens, to remain vigilant regarding online scams […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] confirmed that “over the last twelve months, a total of 12 firearms and quantities of ammunition have been seized by officers.” A police spokesperson said, “Forensic examinations on these firearms have confirmed their use in crimes that are currently under investigation. Ballistic tests on a number of these firearms, have […]

Police have arrested three men and “seized two firearms, a quantity of ammunition, as well as a large quantity of controlled drugs with a street value of over $700,000.” A police spokesperson said, “On Monday, September 30, officers from the Specialist Investigations Unit and Task Force conducted an operation that resulted in the arrests of […]

The Bermuda Police Service is reminding the public to “securely lock their vehicles before leaving them unattended” after four cars with keys left inside were stolen over the past nine days. A police spokesperson said, “Between Sunday, 29th September and Monday, 7th October 2024, four cars were reported stolen. Three of those vehicles were removed […]

In two separate incidents, a 35-year-old man “suffered a suspected stab wound to the upper torso,” and a 52-year-old man was reportedly assaulted with a machete. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 1:00am on Sunday, October 13, 2024, police responded to a reported assault at the Zen Lounge, Somerset Road, Sandys Parish. Upon arrival, officers were […]

Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at Robinson’s Marina in Somerset this morning [Oct 24], where a suspect “brandishing a machete, entered the service station and demanded money.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 24, 2024, police received a report of a robbery at the service station located […]

The police have released their 2021 Official Statistics Report, noting that “while total crime was reduced, the Covid-19 regulations that were in effect throughout the year, limited gatherings and social activities, and so impacted crime patterns.” Mr. Darrin Simons, Commissioner of Police said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has released its Official Statistics Report for […]

Tassel Bermuda has launched the “Adira” earring collection for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with 15% of proceeds pledged to support the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre. A spokesperson said, “Tassel Bermuda, the local polymer clay earring business, is proud to introduce its latest masterpiece, the “Adira” collection, a collaboration with the Bermuda Cancer and Health […]

Gibbons Company will be opening a Converse All Stars pop-up shop on Friday [Oct 13], with the new shop — located on Church Street – set to be open Monday to Saturday from 9:30am-6.00pm until November 4th, 2023. A spokesperson said, “Gibbons Company is excited to announce the opening of the Converse All Stars pop-up shop, […]

The RMS beauty brand has launched the Bermuda Rose Kit, a limited-edition blush collection inspired by Bermuda, with a special shopping evening scheduled for October 26 at the Cassine store. A spokesperson said, “Join the Bermuda Blush global launch at Cassine. The Hamilton based clean beauty boutique launches the RMS Bermuda Rose Kit in the country […]

Davidrose Studio is inviting the public to its Front Street store on Friday [Dec 15] to celebrate its upcoming 11th anniversary. A spokesperson said, “Davidrose Studio is inviting the public to pop by its Front Street store on Friday, December 15 to celebrate its 11th anniversary. Guests will enjoy free sweet treats [no purchase necessary] […]

Bermudian Shiona Turini styled Beyonce’s Essence magazine cover for the March/April 2024 issue. Ms Turini — whose client list includes some of the most famous people in the world — recently served as a stylist for Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour. Essence released the official cover image Instagram and Twitter with the caption “Beyoncé discusses the […]

Bermudian fashion expert and costume designer Shiona Turini has worked on ‘Lady in the Lake,’ a drama-thriller miniseries that recently premiered on Apple TV+. The Wrap reports, “‘Our brilliant costume designer, Shiona Turini, was just coming off her Beyoncé ‘Renaissance’ tour. She helped us create these costumes and the coloring that we were going for, […]

Bermudian stylist Shiona Turini has been named one of the best dressed attendees at Paris Fashion Week by Essence. This is only the latest honour for Ms. Turini this year, after she was named Stylist of the Year for 2024 by Harlem’s Fashion Row in August, received the Diamonds Do Good’s ‘Diamond Influence Award’ in […]

A man who pleaded guilty to willful damage in connection with car fires was given a suspended sentence, with the Judge noting the accused was the recent victim of a burgled home shortly prior to his commission of the offence and he was unable to retrieve his medication. Justis Iris appeared before the Court for sentence following […]

The Court has dismissed an appeal from Sabur Burrows – who was convicted after being found asleep in his car — stating it “sees no reason to disturb the Magistrate’s finding and the sentence he imposed.” The ruling said, “Mr. Burrows was found at 3.30 a.m. on 26th June 2020 asleep in his car in […]

The Court of Appeal ruled that the “Chief Justice was wrong to conclude that the Respondent’s right to freedom of expression under section 9 of the Constitution was violated by the pursuit of criminal proceedings in this case”, in relation to former police officer Barbi Bishop who was alleged to have posted an ‘All Lives […]

The court has dismissed an appeal by Jahmico Trott, who was convicted of offences including attempted murder. The ruling noted that “On 30 March 2021, following a retrial, Jahmico Trott [“the Appellant”] was convicted by a majority verdict [11-1] of a jury for the offences of: attempted murder; using a firearm to commit an indictable […]

Jaha Mallory was sentenced to three years in prison and two years probation for wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The ruling said, “The facts of this case were outlined in the Summary of Evidence read to the Court. In short, the Accused and the Complainant were personally known to one another before […]

The court has dismissed an appeal from Ray Charlton against his conviction for intrusion of privacy and sexual assault, with Charlton lodging an appeal claiming “involuntary intoxication”. The ruling noted, “This is an appeal against Magistrate Mr. Craig Attridge’s finding of guilt against the Appellant on Counts 1 and 3 of Information 19CR00139 which consists […]

Christopher Perinchief — who was convicted of possession of ammunition without a licence — had his 12 year sentence reduced to 8.5 years following an appeal. The Court’s ruling said, “The Appellant in this case, Christopher Perinchief, pleaded guilty to possession of ammunition without a licence, contrary to section 3[1][a] of the Firearms Act 1973 […]

[Updated with PDF] Former commanding officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] David Curley has been sentenced to six months in jail after admitting to a charge of official corruption A ZBM report said, “The 55-year-old former Lieutenant-Colonel had pleaded guilty to a charge of official corruption last July. His sentence totals 18 months, with […]

Christian Sousa Matias was sentenced to prison time for causing the death of Allen Trott by careless driving. The ruling said, “The Accused appears before this Court for sentence, having been convicted, upon his guilty pleas entered 3 April 2023, to a charge of causing death by careless driving contrary to 37A of the Road […]

The Women’s Resource Centre said they are “heartened by the guilty verdict in the Chavelle Dillon-Burgess case,” noting it “is a landmark case for Bermuda, and we recognise the efforts of the Bermuda Police Service in bringing Mr. Worrell before the courts and we wait with anticipation for his sentencing next month.” Their statement follows […]

Noting they find “it very difficult to respond to a decision that is so tragic, and in no way reduces the tragedy of the loss of Chavelle Dillon-Burgess,” the Centre Against Abuse said they ”are grateful for the verdict of guilty of murder.” Their statement follows after Kamal Worrell was found guilty of the murder of Chavelle […]

TBi has ”acquired the business and certain assets” of WoW, with TBi saying they “have an exciting vision to take the company to new heights.” A spokesperson said, “TeleBermuda International Limited [TBi] today announced that it acquired the business and certain assets of World on Wireless Limited [WoW], acting by its Joint Provisional Liquidators [JPLs], Michael […]

Seadrill Limited and Aquadrill LLC announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Seadrill will acquire Aquadrill in an all-stock transaction. A spokesperson said, “Upon completion of the transaction Seadrill shareholders and Aquadrill unitholders will own 62% and 38%, respectively, of the outstanding common shares in the Company. The transaction values […]

Cohort Limited, which is a licensed corporate service provider, announced the merger with BM Corporate Services Ltd effective 3rd January 2023. The combined entity will trade and operate as Cohort Limited. Tracy Packwood, Director, Cohort Limited stated, “We are delighted to merge Cohort Limited and BM Corporate Services Ltd. We remain a manager-owned entity, involved […]

Essent Group Ltd. announced that it has entered into an agreement through its subsidiary Essent US Holdings, Inc. to acquire Agents National Title Holding Company and Boston National Holdings LLC from Incenter LLC, a subsidiary of Finance of America Companies Inc. for $100 million. A spokesperson said, “Agents National Title, based in Missouri, is a […]

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. announced that its captive and alternative risk transfer solutions subsidiary, Artex, has acquired Bermuda-based Frontier Financial Services Limited. A spokesperson said, “Frontier is a management firm specializing in consulting, recruitment, business services and immigration services to reinsurance and insurance-linked securities clients in Bermuda. Peter Brodsky, Derek Winch and their team […]

Arch Insurance North America, part of Arch Capital Group Ltd, has entered into a master transaction agreement to acquire the U.S. MidCorp and Entertainment insurance businesses, including select specialty insurance programs, from Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE [AGCS] for a $450 million cash consideration to Allianz. A spokesperson said, “Arch estimates its capital requirement […]

Arch Insurance North America, part of Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced it has closed the acquisition of the U.S. MidCorp and Entertainment insurance businesses from Allianz originally announced on April 5. A spokesperson said, “Nearly 500 former Allianz MidCorp and Entertainment employees have joined Arch and will provide continuity to clients and brokers as Arch […]

BermudAir announced that they are increasing flights on its recently launched service between Bermuda and Halifax to twice a week; the airline is adding a flight on Wednesdays to its schedule starting on July 10th 2024, along with flights on Saturdays. “We’re delighted to be increasing our Halifax flights after launching service in May,” said Adam […]

“Tourism needs rebuilding and we are forcing our flagship entity to operate with less and less year over year, yet expecting an increase in results,” Opposition Senator Dwayne Robinson said. Senator Robinson said, “Is this PLP Government committed to the growth of the Hospitality and Tourism sector of our economy. So far, their track record […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced that Vegan Fest will take place on August 25th in Dockyard. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced the second renewal of Vegan Fest set for August 25 in the Royal Naval Dockyard. The sustainably focused event, which debuted in Summer 2023, attracted over 3,600 attendees to the […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has released its visitor metrics for the first half of 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has released its visitor metrics for the first half of 2024, revealing significant growth in both air and cruise arrivals, alongside increased visitor spending and notable shifts in travel trends. “Bermuda […]

The St. George’s Seafood Festival is set to take place on Sunday, September 15th A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George’s is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated St. George’s Seafood Festival, set to take place on September 15th, 2024, at Ordnance Island in the historic Town of St. George, a UNESCO […]

The MS Nautica cruise ship arrived in Bermuda on Saturday [Sept 14] and a ceremonial welcome reception and plaque exchange was held. A Government spokesperson said, “The MS Nautica arrived in Bermuda on Saturday, September 14, with 626 passengers on its inaugural voyage. It was scheduled to dock in St. George’s first, followed by Hamilton, […]

Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert provided an overview of the 2024 cruise ship season, stating that ”comparing the 2023 season, which saw 183 calls and 41 cancellations with 525,413 passengers, to 2024, we project a marginal increase of 22,651 passengers or 4.3%, and a small decrease in the number of cruise calls by 6 or 3.2%.” The Minister’s […]

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