The Women’s Resource Centre hosted its annual International Women’s Day Celebration on March 6 at Pier 6 Complex, honoring women’s leadership under the theme “Give to Gain,” with Latisha Lister-Burgess being named the woman of the year. A spokesperson said, “The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] hosted its annual International Women’s... Read more of this article
The Fintech Strategy 2026-2028 “is a comprehensive roadmap to firmly evolve Bermuda’s financial technology ecosystem,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “This Strategy is aligned with the broader Economic Development Strategy [EDS] 2023-2027. It reflects Bermuda’s commitment... Read more of this article
The Government marked International Women’s Day with wellness events for the Public Service on March 4 and 6 under the theme #GiveToGain, including the annual Public Service Wellness Walk encouraging women in the Service—and women across Bermuda—to come together to move, connect, and celebrate the power of women uplifting women. A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Bermudian Michael K. Frith was inducted into the Golden Circle Honour Society at the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards. A BNG spokesperson said, “On Sunday, March 1, Bermudian Michael K. Frith was inducted into the Golden Circle Honour Society at the Children and Family Emmy Awards in recognition of 50 years of “outstanding contribution” to... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Monetary Authority is celebrating International Women’s Day 2026 under the theme “Give To Gain,” highlighting women’s leadership and ongoing commitment to professional development and community support. A spokesperson said, “The women of the Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] today proudly join the global community... Read more of this article
Opposition Leader Ben Smith is encouraging everyone to celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 under the theme #GiveToGain. Mr. Smith said, “Bermuda will join the global community in observing International Women’s Day 2026. I encourage everyone across the Island to recognise and celebrate the extraordinary women in our community who continue... Read more of this article
The City of Hamilton advised that “Cedar Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic from the junction with Dundonald Street South to Victoria Street beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026, for approximately one week to facilitate road resurfacing works.” A spokesperson said, “Cedar Avenue has been prioritised as part of the... Read more of this article
“I rise today to provide this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda with a comprehensive update on the Ministry of Public Works and Environment’s road paving programme, and to advise of a necessary adjustment to our sequencing as we advance critical infrastructure works across the island,” Minister of Public Works and Environment... Read more of this article
[Updated] “We look forward to reviewing the Green Paper which should set out the pros and cons of CARICOM membership to Bermuda,” OBA MP Michael Fahy said. Shadow Minister of Home Affairs Michael Fahy said, “The OBA is pleased to receive confirmation that the Government remains committed to the publication of a Green Paper given that its... Read more of this article
[Updated] “I rise today to advise Honourable Members of an adjustment to the Standard Premium Rate, effective 1 April 2026, as previously outlined in the 2025 Budget Statement,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly today [March 6]. The Minister said, “The Standard Premium Rate was last increased on 1 November... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Foundation granted almost $400,000 in unrestricted funding to the community in its 2024/25 financial year. A spokesperson said, “These competitive grants, combined with donor-advised giving through the services of the Foundation, delivered some $6.4 million to the charitable sector over the year. “Key areas to have benefited... Read more of this article
[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [March 6] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Bermuda Fintech Strategy 2026-2028 and the Update on the Standard Premium Rate for the Upcoming Fiscal Year. Update: Live broadcast has concluded, and the audio of the morning session is below The Order of Business... Read more of this article
Minister of Health Kim Wilson and Minister of Public Works and Environment Jaché Adams held a joint post-Budget press conference to provide further information on initiatives under their respective Ministries. Minister Jaché Adams Statement Minister of Public Works and Environment Jaché Adams said, “Good afternoon everyone. Thank you for being... Read more of this article
Police responded to an overturned vehicle on South Road in Paget early Friday morning, with the female driver transported to hospital for treatment. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 1:00 a.m. on Friday, 6th March 2026, police officers on mobile patrol came across an overturned vehicle on South Road near the junction with St. Paul’s... Read more of this article
Car overturns on South Road in Paget, HOME charity releases its 2025 Annual Report, Annual Grief & Loss Awareness Day is observed, the Annual Midshipman Dale Memorial Service is held, advanced horticulture training begins for parks staff, over $31,000 in sales are reported at the Bacardi Vendor Market, and Mount Saint Agnes Academy celebrates 136... Read more of this article
The Government will table legislation in the House of Assembly to reduce vehicle licence fees by a further 10 percent. Premier & Minister of Finance David Burt said, “Tomorrow in the House of Assembly, the Government will table legislation to reduce vehicle licence fees by a further 10 percent, providing additional relief to motorists across... Read more of this article
HOME, the registered charity working to end homelessness in Bermuda, has released its 2025 Annual Report, “outlining significant achievements in helping a widening demographic of people access stable, independent living over the past year—but also highlighting the urgent need for more affordable housing.” A spokesperson said, “HOME’s... Read more of this article
Mount Saint Agnes Academy celebrated its 136th anniversary with a schoolwide Day of Giving Back, where students, faculty, and staff participated in community service projects across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] proudly celebrated its 136th Birthday with a schoolwide day dedicated to Giving Back to the Community.... Read more of this article
Bermuda will observe its 2nd Annual Grief & Loss Awareness Day on March 6 at 12:00 p.m. on the Front Steps of City Hall, hosted by The Gina Spence Program to honour loss and support healing. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda will pause together as The Gina Spence Program [Registered Charity #856] hosts Bermuda’s 2nd Annual Grief & Loss Awareness... Read more of this article
Jace Donawa has gained international recognition for his free-kick goal during Bermuda Under-20′s match against Costa Rica in the Concacaf Men’s Under-20 Qualifiers. The superb set-piece was featured at No 6 on ESPN’s SportsCenter Plays of the Day segment, which highlights standout moments from sporting events around the world. It was shared... Read more of this article
The Government marked International Women’s Day with wellness events for the Public Service on March 4 and 6 under the theme #GiveToGain, including the annual Public Service Wellness Walk encouraging women in the Service—and women across Bermuda—to come together to move, connect, and celebrate the power of women uplifting women. A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Minister of Health Kim Wilson and Minister of Public Works and Environment Jaché Adams held a joint post-Budget press conference to provide further information on initiatives under their respective Ministries. Minister Jaché Adams Statement Minister of Public Works and Environment Jaché Adams said, “Good afternoon everyone. Thank you for being... Read more of this article
Six students from Dalton Tucker Primary School have been introduced to golf thanks to a new initiative led by MP Kim Swan, with support from James Robinson of Cactus Limited and facilities from Newstead Belmont Hills and Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “Thanks to James Robinson, founder and CEO of Cactus Limited, whose initial donation... Read more of this article
The East and West teams split victories in a series of school football matches, with the East winning both girls games and the West claiming the two boys contests. A spokesperson said, “The first match of the day saw the east overcome the west 6-1 in an entertaining primary school girls match. Somersfield Academy’s Molly Morton led the east... Read more of this article
Bermuda ball hockey season continued at the PCC Hockey Rink as Positive Image Dental secured a 6-4 victory over Spine and Sport in a high-scoring contest. Positive Image Dental 6, Spine and Sport 4 Positive Image Dental established an early lead in the first period. Ross Rufiange opened the scoring, followed by a goal from Kyle Harvey to put the dental... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Risk Summit 2026 will feature keynote and panel sessions on conflagration risk, examining how wildfire losses are reshaping global insurance and reinsurance markets. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] today announced two featured sessions at Bermuda Risk Summit 2026 focused on wildfire and conflagration... Read more of this article
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, March 7th. On Sunday the Ventura cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship and the R/V Walther Herwig III ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship is scheduled to arrive. On... Read more of this article
March 6 saw 2,050 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $45,875.00 BD. 50 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $52.00 per share, while another 2,000 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 1.2% at $21.75 per share. The BSX finished at 3,342.47, up 0.07% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines,... Read more of this article
A screening of Verdi’s La Traviata [2018 Encore] – part of the Met: Live in HD Encore series – will be held at BUEI tomorrow [March 8] at 5.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Diana Damrau stars as the tragic heroine, and tenor Juan Diego Flórez makes his role debut as Alfredo, Violetta’s hapless lover, with baritone Quinn Kelsey as Alfredo’s... Read more of this article
Bermudian Michael K. Frith was inducted into the Golden Circle Honour Society at the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards. A BNG spokesperson said, “On Sunday, March 1, Bermudian Michael K. Frith was inducted into the Golden Circle Honour Society at the Children and Family Emmy Awards in recognition of 50 years of “outstanding contribution” to... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Sloop Foundation has announced the return of Pirates of Bermuda on April 19, with volunteer “hostages” walking the plank to raise funds for youth voyages aboard Spirit of Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “After a two-year absence, Bermuda Sloop Foundation [BSF] has announced the return of the popular Pirates of Bermuda fundraiser,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society and Fidelis Foundation will host the exclusive Bermuda premiere of If They Were Us: The Humpback Whales of the Sargasso Sea by Andrew Stevenson, with two screenings on Wednesday, March 11 at BUEI. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society and Fidelis Foundation are proud to host the exclusive Bermuda premiere... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is highlighting its continued investment in professional development after nine members of the Department of Parks took part in an internationally recognised horticulture training programme recently held in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “The specialised instruction was delivered by visiting... Read more of this article
Roche Science Week at Bermuda College will highlight climate risk and resilience through hands-on events and a talk by Dr. Mark Guishard, offering students insight into science careers. A spokesperson said, “Students are being encouraged to take part in a week of hands-on science at Bermuda College, offering practical learning, real-world challenges,... Read more of this article
[Updated] After “several reports of what were believed to be gunshots” in Devonshire, the police also “received reports that a male had attended King Edward VII Memorial Hospital with injuries consistent with a gunshot wound.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:40pm on 4 March 2026, police received several reports... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is “advising the public to remain vigilant, following several reports of a sophisticated banking scam that has resulted in victims being duped out of millions of dollars.” A police spokesperson said, “The BPS is aware of residents receiving automated phone messages purporting to be from a bank Relationship... Read more of this article
[Updated] Police responded to a report of a minor seen carrying what appeared to be a handgun, which was later confirmed to be a black-painted replica firearm safely recovered without harm. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2:30 p.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026, police received a report that a minor child was seen in the area of the Prospect... Read more of this article
The Fintech Strategy 2026-2028 “is a comprehensive roadmap to firmly evolve Bermuda’s financial technology ecosystem,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “This Strategy is aligned with the broader Economic Development Strategy [EDS] 2023-2027. It reflects Bermuda’s commitment to innovation,... Read more of this article
Women in AI Bermuda has successfully launched Spot The Harm, a “new educational series designed to promote responsible innovation by raising local awareness in harm detection, and ethics in the development and use of artificial intelligence. ” A spokesperson said, “The initiative brings together professionals across technology, policy, finance, education,... Read more of this article
“I rise today to provide this Honourable House with an update on our work to modernise government services,” Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House with an update on our work to modernise government... Read more of this article
Police responded to an overturned vehicle on South Road in Paget early Friday morning, with the female driver transported to hospital for treatment. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 1:00 a.m. on Friday, 6th March 2026, police officers on mobile patrol came across an overturned vehicle on South Road near the junction with St. Paul’s... Read more of this article
A vehicle fire in Warwick this afternoon has led to traffic diversions at the junctions of Burnt House Hill and Tamarind Vale along Middle Road, with motorists advised to expect delays and use alternate routes. A police spokesperson said, “A reported vehicle fire in Warwick this afternoon [Tuesday, 3rd March 2026] has resulted in traffic diversions... Read more of this article
A single vehicle road traffic collision involving a van has occurred near the junction of Manse Road and Harbour Road in Paget, restricting traffic to one lane while police manage the scene. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a van, near the junction of Manse Road and Harbour Road, Paget.... Read more of this article
