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Butterfield Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Net income for the first quarter of 2024 was $53.4 million, or $1.13 per diluted common share, compared to net income of $53.5 million, or $1.11 per diluted common share, for the previous quarter and $62.2 […]




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HSBC Debit Cardholders Get Free 1GB Data

HSBC said they are “pleased to be offering a new benefit to our HSBC Visa Platinum debit cardholders which enables them to redeem a 1GB eSIM for 15 days and enjoy global data connectivity.” A spokesperson said, “Download the GigSky app today. These customers will be able to travel the world without incuring data roaming charges […]




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Clarien Bank Unveils ESG Strategy Updates

Clarien Bank announced the latest updates in its commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance [ESG] considerations, a field they said is “quickly becoming indispensable for businesses worldwide, including those in the banking sector.” A spokesperson said, “Recognising that adopting robust ESG practices is no longer a matter of choice but a necessity, Clarien Bank has decisively […]




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Butterfield Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results

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 […]




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Butterfield Share Repurchases For July 2024

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 […]




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Butterfield Bank Closing Early On Friday

[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 […]




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Clarien Bank To Resume Operations On Monday

Clarien Bank will open on Monday [August 19] and resume normal operations. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank will resume normal business operations on Monday, August 19 at 8:30 am following closure due to Hurricane Ernesto. A thorough assessment of all facilities and systems has been completed to ensure the safety and security of our clients and […]




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Clarien’s Summer Interns Make Notable Impact

Clarien’s new interns, Maya Dean, Chelsea Correira, and David Goonewardene, made a “significant impact” this summer with their fresh ideas, the company said. A spokesperson said, “As we embrace the final weeks of summer, Clarien is proud to introduce our latest team members—interns Maya Dean, Chelsea Correira, and David Goonewardene—who have spent the past few weeks […]




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Butterfield Bank August Share Repurchases

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 […]




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HSBC Appoints Gregory Garnier As CEO

HSBC announced the appointment of Gregory Garnier as CEO of HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited, effective September 23, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Gregory Garnier, joined HSBC 22 years ago in Mergers and Acquisitions in Paris and has led teams in France and the US in a wide range of Investment Banking and Global Banking roles. His most […]




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Butterfield Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results

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 […]




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Butterfield Bank October Share Repurchases

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 […]




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Bermuda Finish 6th In Davis Cup In Paraguay

Bermuda took on Costa Rica in their 5th to 6th place play-off match in Davis Cup action in Paraguay, and while they were defeated 2-0, they finished 6th overall and remained in Group III. Trey Mallory led off for Bermuda, competing against Rodrigo Piedra. Mallory put up a spirited fight but ultimately lost with scores […]




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Tariq Simons Named MTM Academy Director

Manders Tennis Management (MTM) has announced the appointment of Tariq Simons as the new academy director at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium. The appointment marks a new chapter in Simons’ career and the continued growth of MTM. As academy director, Simons will oversee the development of junior and adult programmes, ensuring that the values and […]




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Tennis: Bermuda’s Team Defeat Aruba In Trinidad

Bermuda secured a victory in their second match at the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group Three Division in Trinidad & Tobago, triumphing over Aruba with a score of 2-1. Shelby Madeiros led the charge, putting Bermuda ahead early by defeating Mali Baroud in straight sets, 6-2, 6-2. However, Nadhira Durham faced a tough challenge […]




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WER Joell Tennis Stadium To Close Temporarily

The WER Joell Tennis Stadium will close temporarily to allow for an assessment and building works, effective tomorrow [Aug 28]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport has announced the temporary closure of the WER Joell Tennis Stadium, effective tomorrow, August 28, 2024, for approximately one week. “Following an initial assessment, […]




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Coaches Attend ITF Caribbean Conference

The ITF 2024 Caribbean Regional Coaches Conference commenced on Friday at the National Racquet Center in Tacarigua, with Kayla Cross, Steve Bean, Brent Smith, and Evan Heyliger in attendance. The event — being staged in Trinidad for the third time — runs until Sunday. The conference brings together 80 coaches from across the Caribbean, including 40 […]




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Mallory Begins Carolina Regional Championships

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] men’s tennis teammates began competing in the DI 2024 ITA DI men’s Carolina regional championships hosted by Duke University, in Durham, North Carolina. In his round of 64 men’s singles match, Mallory was defeated in straight sets 6-4, 7-5 by Matias Iturbe from UNC Charlotte. Related Stories Photos: […]




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Mallory Continues Carolina Regional Event

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] Men’s Tennis teammate’s returned to action competing in the 2024 ITA DI Men’s Carolina Regional Championships hosted by Duke University, in Durham, North Carolina. In his consolation first round match, Mallory lost in a third set tie-breaker to Johan Van Wijk, from Gardner-Webb University. Gardner-Webb won the first […]




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Photos: Athletes Arrive For Bermuda Day Race

Athletes from across Bermuda arrived in Somerset early this morning [May 24] for the Bermuda Day Race, with many traveling to the West End via ferry. For our live updates of ongoing Bermuda Day events, click here, and for all of our coverage of Bermuda Day over the years, click here. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day […]




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Jessica Lewis Ready To Race In Paris

Jessica Lewis will look to continue her fine form when she races at the WPA Paris Grand Prix as she builds towards the Paralympic Games in the French capital this summer. Lewis competes in the T53 100 metres tomorrow [June 13] at 7.05 am and the T53 400 on Friday at 12.06 pm. The Bermudian […]




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Jessica Lewis Finishes Second In Paris

Jessica Lewis finished second in the T53 100 metres at the WPA Paris Grand Prix in the French capital today [June 13]. Lewis clocked a time of 16.91sec to finish behind Catherine Debrunner, of Switzerland, in 15.68. Anita Scherrer, of Switzerland, came third in 19.27. Lewis, who competes in the T53 400 tomorrow, hopes to […]




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Perinchief And Penruddocke To Carry Flags

Triple jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief and sailor Adriana Penruddocke have been named as Bermuda’s flag bearers for the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris on Friday [July 26]. Both athletes are making their Olympic debuts. Bermuda will be represented by eight athletes in five different sports at the Games. Katura Horton-Perinchief, the Bermuda chef […]




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Brian Wellman Helping Perinchief In Paris

[Written by Stephen Wright] Brian Wellman believes Jah-Nhai Perinchief must focus on “one jump at a time” as he prepares for the triple jump qualifiers at the Stade de France at the Olympic Games in Paris on Wednesday [August 7]. Four-time Olympian Wellman, one of the island’s greatest athletes, has travelled to the French capital […]




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Jessica Lewis To Carry Flag At Paralympics

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis will proudly carry Bermuda’s flag at the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Paris tomorrow [August 28] and is eager to add another successful chapter to her storied athletics career. Lewis, who competes in the T53 100 and 400 metres, will become a four-time Paralympian in the French […]




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Jessica Lewis Prepares At Stade De France

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis put the final touches on her preparations for the Paralympic Games at the iconic Stade de France in Paris yesterday [August 29]. The 31-year-old, who competes in the T53 100 and 400 metres, joined her coach, Geoff Harris, and several other sprinters on the vibrant purple track. The group’s […]




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Video: Jessica Lewis On Paralympics 100 Final

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis said she is raring to go for her T53 100 metres final at the iconic Stade de France in the Paralympic Games in Paris tomorrow [September 4] as she sets her sights on breaking the 15-second barrier. Lewis, whose personal best is 16.12, believes she is in the best […]




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Jessica Lewis Finishes 5th In Paralympics 100m

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis expressed pride in her performance after finishing fifth in the women’s T53 100 metres final at the Paralympic Games in Paris today [September 4]. Competing in lane eight at the Stade de France, the four-time Paralympian clocked a time of 16.83sec, just 0.7 shy of her season’s best. Despite […]




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Jessica Lewis Finishes 7th In Paralympics 400m

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis said she was encouraged by her performance in the T53 400 metres final in the Paralympic Games at the Stade de France in Paris today [September 5]. The four-time Paralympian finished seventh, clocking a time of 1min 00.82sec, and said she was happy with how she executed her race. […]




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Jessica Lewis Reflects On Paris Experience

[Written by Stephen Wright] Para-athlete Jessica Lewis has reflected on her “unique experience” of representing Bermuda at the Paralympic Games in Paris. Lewis, the island’s most decorated para-athlete, finished fifth in the T53 100 metres and seventh in the T53 400 at the iconic Stade de France last week. The 31-year-old was joined in Paris […]




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BNAA 2024/2025 Event Calendar Released

The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] has released the schedule of events from September 2024 to September 2025. The schedule includes dates and times for a long list of athletic events over the next 12 months. The full BNAA 2024/2025 Event Calendar follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Armstrong Competes In MAAC Championships Marshall & Outerbridge […]




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Armstrong & Rider Finish 5th In Jasper Fall Invite

Nathan Armstrong and his Rider men’s Cross-Country teammates finished fifth as a team out of 13 teams at the Jasper Fall Invite. Noah Taylor led Rider over the 8K distance, the senior ran a 25.19.8 coming in eighth place out of the 100 athletes competing, Dominik Lisicky finished in 24th place with a time of […]




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De Medeiros Competes In 8-Kay Marauder Race

Liana De Medeiros and her University of Toronto Varsity Blues women’s cross country teammates finished seventh at the 8-Kay Marauder Invitational at Kay Drage Park in Hamilton, Ontario. Julia Agostinelli led the way with a 5th place finish with a time of 28:57. De Medeiros crossed the line in 31st place clocking 31:02. Related Stories […]




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Armstrong Competes In Princeton Fall Classic

Nathan Armstrong and the Rider University men’s cross country team competed in the Princeton Fall Classic, hosted at Princeton University. The meet featured a challenging field of 22 schools. Armstrong contributed to the team’s effort, finishing 209th with a time of 25:58.7. Overall, Rider placed 20th in the team standings. Related Stories Armstrong Competes In […]




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Berkeley & Lander Defeat Coastal Carolina

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates defeated Coastal Carolina by a score of 36 – 0. Berkeley and her teammates played their first match in 2024 after they lost in the NIRA national championships in November. The result marked Lander’s sixth overall victory over Coastal Carolina University. Related Stories Jamin Hodgkins Kicks […]




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Jamin Hodgkins Departs Bridgend Ravens

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian rugby player Jamin Hodgkins and Bridgend Ravens have parted ways after the conclusion of the Welsh Indigo Group Premiership. Hodgkins, who joined Bridgend from second-tier Glamorgan Wanderers in January, is among 16 players to have left the club. The club’s website said: “With the 2023-2024 season now over, Bridgend Ravens […]




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Clarke Appointed As Rugby Operations Director

The Bermuda Rugby Football Union has appointed James Clarke as its full-time Rugby Operations Director. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Rugby Football Union is excited to announce the appointment of James Clarke as the new full-time Rugby Operations Director. This significant role marks the first full-time rugby officer since the pre-COVID era, when Patrick Calow […]




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Najee Pitt-Clarke Scores Try In University Debut

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 […]




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Jamin Hodgkins Kicks Points In Narrow Win

Jamin Hodgkins helped Luctonians defeat Hornets 22-19 at home in the National 2 West – the fourth level of the English rugby union pyramid on Saturday [November 9]. Hodgkins, who played as a fly-half for Bridgend in the Welsh Indigo Premiership last season, kicked two conversions and one penalty. Hodgkins is a former Bermuda Under-19 […]




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Joan Williams Celebrates 40 Years At Little Venice

Joan Williams is celebrating 40 years of working at the Little Venice Group, with her colleagues hosting a special lunch to mark the milestone. A spokesperson said, “Not all shining stars are on the front lines! Joan Williams has been steadily working behind the scenes counting the numbers in the accounts department for the Little Venice […]




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Jomeko Mallory Earns Red Seal Certification

Jomeko Mallory was recognized at a ceremony today for completing the Culinary Arts Apprenticeship and achieving the Red Seal certification. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today, the Minister of Economy and Labour, Hon. Jason Hayward, participated in the Culinary Arts Apprenticeship award ceremony, held at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, recognising Jomeko Mallory for […]




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Beatnik Rubaine To Appear On ‘World Cook’

Beatnik Rubaine is set to appear in the second season of “The World Cook” show on Amazon Prime. In a post on social media, he said, “Exciting news! I am beyond excited to announce that I’ll be representing Bermuda on the upcoming show on Amazon Prime The World Cook, Season 2, streaming to your living […]




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‘The Botanist’ Cafe In Botanical Gardens

A new café and garden lounge, The Botanist, has been launched in Bermuda’s Botanical Gardens A spokesperson said, “Founded by three food and drink lovers—Stuart, Henric, and Pete—The Botanist offers a unique fusion of fresh food, great drinks and art in Bermuda’s Botanical Gardens. Come for the food, stay for the drinks and uncover the […]




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Premier Welcomes Reopening Of Barracuda Grill

Barracuda Grill re-opened yesterday [June 24] after several months of refurbishments and renovations. A Government spokesperson said, “After several months of refurbishments and renovations, Barracuda Grill formally reopened with a ribbon cutting ceremony yesterday [June 24], and the Premier, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, a former bartender, was on hand for the Hamilton […]




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Community Cooking Club At CedarBridge

[Written by Natasha Thomas] During the 2023 – 2024 school year, CedarBridge Academy [CBA] students were engaged in co-curricular activities, on Wednesday afternoons. A group of 12 – 15 students signed up for the Community Cooking Club, where they were awarded both community service and co-curricular hours. The club consisted of a group of students […]




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Barritt’s Celebrates 150 Years With New Mixers

Barritt’s is celebrating 150 years of its iconic ginger beer with the launch of a new mixer line and a brand refresh. A statement from the company said, “Barritt’s Ginger Beer, from Barritt’s Beverages International Ltd, a proudly family-owned business for five generations hailing from Bermuda, celebrates 150 years of its iconic ginger beer with […]




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City Partners With Mastercard: Taste Of Bermuda

The City of Hamilton said they are “excited to partner with Mastercard on this year’s Taste of Bermuda” adding that “as the major sponsor, Mastercard’s Flavours program will bring a unique culinary experience to the festival.” A spokesperson said, “This exciting partnership underscores the festival’s growing reputation and international appeal, bringing new opportunities to spotlight […]




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Coast Guard To Help Combat Illegal Fishing

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Rollin Fritch arrived in Bermuda today as part of the second annual fisheries enforcement operation. A spokesperson said, “U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Rollin Fritch [WPC-1119] arrived in Bermuda today as part of the second annual fisheries enforcement operation in concert with the Bermuda Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the Royal Bermuda Regiment, Bermuda […]




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Fishing In Seasonal Areas Extended By 1 Week

“This winter has been a difficult one for many fishermen as windy conditions have limited the number of fishing days,” said the Minister of Home Affairs, Walter Roban, following detailed discussions with technical experts in the department and a review of information on local fisheries, particularly the Hind Grounds, “As such, to assist the fishermen, […]




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Govt On Marine Zone, Plans, Fishing & More

The Government released a statement covering aspects including the marine exclusive economic zone, Fisherman’s Association Bermuda [FAB] and more. A Government spokesperson said, “While the Government appreciates that the Fisherman’s Association Bermuda [FAB] disagree with the commitment to fully protect twenty per cent of the island’s exclusive economic zone, developing a balanced and integrated marine […]