Bermudian sprinter Miles Outerbridge won silver medal in the 200m at the 53rd Carifta Games in Grenada, marking his second medal of these prestigious regional games, as he previously claimed the gold medal in the 100 meters. Related Stories Video: Sakari Famous Wins CARIFTA Medal Videos: 4×400 Relay Teams Win Carifta Medals! Video: Jauza... Read more of this article
Six City of Hamilton employees have successfully completed the internationally recognised ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership and Management. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is proud to announce that six City employees have successfully completed the Institute of Leadership & Management [ILM] Level 3 Certificate in Leadership... Read more of this article
The proclamation of World Autism Awareness and Acceptance Day and April as Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month offered an opportunity to reflect on what neurodivergence means for Bermuda and the actions needed to support Bermuda’s autistic community. Charles Gosling, Mayor of the City of Hamilton, stated, “Here in Hamilton, we strive to be a city... Read more of this article
The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] launched Bermuda Job Connect, the Government of Bermuda’s new online platform “designed to better connect job seekers and employers. A Government spokesperson said, “Now live, Bermuda Job Connect replaces the former Bermuda Job Board with a more modern, user-friendly, data-driven system that reflects... Read more of this article
Mandellas Lightbourne has been appointed Director of Libraries and Archives, bringing over 25 years of public service experience to the leadership role. A Government spokesperson said, “The Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mandellas Lightbourne as the Director of Libraries and Archives. “In... Read more of this article
The Bermuda College Eco Club will be hosting a fundraiser screening of The Plastic Detox Documentary on Friday [April 10] at the Athene Lecture Hall. A spokesperson said, “The community is invited to attend this fundraiser for Bermuda College Eco Club on Friday, April 10th at the Athene Lecture Hall at the Bermuda College campus. The documentary will... Read more of this article
Bermudian AI and robotics engineer Kameron Young is launching two new in-person AI training programs through her company Tombolo Research. A spokesperson said, “As conversations around Artificial Intelligence continue to grow locally, a Bermudian female leader in AI and robotics is offering a new perspective. A viewpoint that moves beyond surface-level... Read more of this article
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks recently visited three west end facilities to “meet with staff, observe operations, and gain a first-hand look at the work being carried out across key services under the Ministry’s remit.” A Government spokesperson said, “Accompanied by the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of National... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Health will observe Public Health Week 2026 from April 6 to 10 under the theme “Ready, Set, Action!”, with this year’s theme encouraging the “community to reflect on progress made while highlighting the steps needed to build a healthier future for all Bermudians.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson emphasised the importance... Read more of this article
This past holiday weekend saw the island celebrate Good Friday and Easter, Bermudian athletes win Carifta medals and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Man Injured, Suspect Arrested After Altercation Premier Marks Good Friday Across Island Premier Burt Hosts Annual... Read more of this article
The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Kim Wilkerson visited inmates at the Westgate Correctional Facility last Wednesday, as “part of the Ministry’s continued engagement with the Department of Corrections and its efforts to address the challenges facing the island’s correctional system.” A Government spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Sanchez Smith won Bermuda’s second medal at the Carifta Games in Grenada yesterday [April 5]. Smith claimed silver in the under-17 boys’ 3,000 metres final in a personal best time of 9min 22sec at the Kirani James Athletic Stadium. Meanwhile, Brooklyn Myers came seventh in the open girls’ 3,000 final in 10:56.07. Miles Outerbridge secured the... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s female 15 to 17 4×100 metres medley team won a gold medal on the second night of the Carifta Swimming Championships in Martinique yesterday [April 5]. Violet Smith, Teagan Mewett, Marleigh Howes, and Katherine Wheddon finished the event in 4min 36.77sec at the Pierre Samot Community Aquatic Centre. Cayman Islands came second in 4:36.77,... Read more of this article
Opposition Leader and Shadow Sports Minister Ben Smith congratulated Bermuda’s Carifta medalists, praising their outstanding performances and the pride they have brought to the island. Opposition Leader Ben Smith said, “On behalf of my family and the One Bermuda Alliance, I am extending a heartfelt congratulations to Miles Outerbridge for his gold... Read more of this article
Police are investigating an altercation that left one man injured and another in custody. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:00 a.m., on Friday, April 3, 2026, police were dispatched to a reported dispute involving two males in the area of Cove Valley Drive, St. George’s. “Once the officers arrived at the scene, it was ascertained that... Read more of this article
Bermudian sprinter Miles Outerbridge won silver medal in the 200m at the 53rd Carifta Games in Grenada, marking his second medal of these prestigious regional games, as he previously claimed the gold medal in the 100 meters. Related Stories Video: Sakari Famous Wins CARIFTA Medal Videos: 4×400 Relay Teams Win Carifta Medals! Video: Jauza... Read more of this article
[Updated with 360] The Open Your Heart Foundation hosted its annual Good Friday community fun day at Warren Simmons Field, featuring a giant slide, fun castle, kite-flying, food, music, and more. Good Friday celebrations took place at various locations across the island, and you can view all our photos and coverage of this year, and past years’ Good... Read more of this article
Bermudians living in Britain gathered in Coventry, West Midlands to celebrate the island’s culture at a Good Friday community event. The “Good Friday Fun Day”, organised by Dennis Zuill and Justin Denbrook, was held at the Dunlop Sports and Social Club and featured activities including a kite-making competition, a fish cake contest and an Easter... Read more of this article
Somerset Primary is advancing toward FIDE EDU recognition as its chess programme fosters student learning, character development, and social-emotional skills. A Government spokesperson said, “Somerset Primary is progressing toward international recognition by the FIDE Chess in Education Commission [FIDE EDU], marking a significant milestone in... Read more of this article
Bermudian sprinter Miles Outerbridge won silver medal in the 200m at the 53rd Carifta Games in Grenada, marking his second medal of these prestigious regional games, as he previously claimed the gold medal in the 100 meters. Related Stories Video: Sakari Famous Wins CARIFTA Medal Videos: 4×400 Relay Teams Win Carifta Medals! Video: Jauza... Read more of this article
The BTA Home Event took place at the Harrington Sound Dock, featuring competitors across various age groups and distance categories. In the Over 16 years old category, Jackson Langley secured the overall victory with a total time of 52:12. Langley completed the 685-meter swim in 8:17, the 17.8 km bike segment in 27:58, and the 4.5 km run in 15:57. In... Read more of this article
The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] launched Bermuda Job Connect, the Government of Bermuda’s new online platform “designed to better connect job seekers and employers. A Government spokesperson said, “Now live, Bermuda Job Connect replaces the former Bermuda Job Board with a more modern, user-friendly, data-driven system that reflects... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Wedding Collective will host a bridal expo on October 4 at Pier 6, featuring over 20 vendors and a range of services for couples planning weddings in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Wedding Collective is set to host a bridal expo on October 4, 2026, bringing together over 20 wedding vendors at the Pier 6 Complex. “The... Read more of this article
AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” [Excellent] of Canopius US Insurance, Inc. [Canopius US] [Wilmington, DE] and Canopius Reinsurance Limited [Canopius Re] [Bermuda]. Both entities are wholly owned subsidiaries of Canopius... Read more of this article
TROIKA Bermuda will stage its 2026 Young Choreographers Showcase from April 30 to May 2, highlighting emerging dance talent. A spokesperson said, “TROIKA Bermuda is proud to present the 2026 edition of its Young Choreographers Showcase [FYE], entitled ROOTED… From the Ground Up, a dynamic dance production highlighting the creativity, growth,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is screening the Oscar-winning thriller Sinners on Friday, April 10. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] invites film lovers to experience an intense and suspense filled evening with the Oscar winning horror/action thriller, Sinners, screening on Friday, April 10, at... Read more of this article
The Bermuda College Eco Club will be hosting a fundraiser screening of The Plastic Detox Documentary on Friday [April 10] at the Athene Lecture Hall. A spokesperson said, “The community is invited to attend this fundraiser for Bermuda College Eco Club on Friday, April 10th at the Athene Lecture Hall at the Bermuda College campus. The documentary will... Read more of this article
The Bermuda College Eco Club will be hosting a fundraiser screening of The Plastic Detox Documentary on Friday [April 10] at the Athene Lecture Hall. A spokesperson said, “The community is invited to attend this fundraiser for Bermuda College Eco Club on Friday, April 10th at the Athene Lecture Hall at the Bermuda College campus. The documentary will... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Olympic Association, in partnership with Keep Bermuda Beautiful, will host a national plastic clean-up as part of a wider Commonwealth initiative to combat ocean pollution. The event, scheduled for April 26, is part of a global relay of clean-ups taking place across Commonwealth countries and territories in support of the Commonwealth Clean... Read more of this article
Beyond Plastic Bermuda and Keep Bermuda Beautiful have both responded to the introduction of single-use plastic legislation in the House of Assembly. Beyond Plastic Bermuda Statement A spokesperson said, “Beyond Plastic Bermuda, a joint campaign of Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and the Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST], welcomes... Read more of this article
Police are investigating an altercation that left one man injured and another in custody. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:00 a.m., on Friday, April 3, 2026, police were dispatched to a reported dispute involving two males in the area of Cove Valley Drive, St. George’s. “Once the officers arrived at the scene, it was ascertained that... Read more of this article
“Gun violence in Bermuda must stop,” Shadow National Security Minister Robert King said. Mr. King said, “My thoughts are with the victim of this latest shooting and his family and we are thankful that no lives were lost. “This incident is not isolated, it is part of a deeply troubling pattern. The increase in gun violence in our community is... Read more of this article
Police confirmed that a man shot multiple times on St. Monica’s Road in Pembroke Thursday night sustained non-life-threatening injuries, as the Bermuda Police Service continues its investigation and appeals for witnesses and CCTV footage. A police spokesperson said, “The injuries sustained by the male, shot multiple times, while in the area... Read more of this article
The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] launched Bermuda Job Connect, the Government of Bermuda’s new online platform “designed to better connect job seekers and employers. A Government spokesperson said, “Now live, Bermuda Job Connect replaces the former Bermuda Job Board with a more modern, user-friendly, data-driven system that reflects the evolving... Read more of this article
Bermudian AI and robotics engineer Kameron Young is launching two new in-person AI training programs through her company Tombolo Research. A spokesperson said, “As conversations around Artificial Intelligence continue to grow locally, a Bermudian female leader in AI and robotics is offering a new perspective. A viewpoint that moves beyond surface-level exposure to... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Maurice Foley] Recently, I stood at the NASA tracking facility on Cooper’s Island, in St. David’s, and watched history unfold, and I have to say, it leaves you thinking a little differently about Bermuda. As the Artemis mission lifted off, marking humanity’s return to the Moon, you could feel the magnitude of the moment, not just in the... Read more of this article
Police are investigating two late-night crashes, including a serious Southampton collision that left two people hospitalized and an electric bike incident in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:18 pm on Friday April 3, 2026, police received reports of a road serious road traffic collision involving two motorcars and a motorcycle on... Read more of this article
[Updated] A motorcycle and a car collision occurred near the junction of Overview Hill and North Shore Road in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar, near the junction of Overview Hill and North Shore Road, Pembroke. “The motorcycle was traveling... Read more of this article
“A 73-year-old male was found lying on the pedestrian cross walk suffering from multiple injuries to the body,” the police said, adding that “the victim told the officers he was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2026, police were dispatched to a... Read more of this article
