[Updated] The PLP’s Annual General Conference, which was originally scheduled for October 28th -30th 2026, has been postponed, with the party saying “this decision was taken in light of the ongoing court matter.” This is according to a message sent out by the party, to various party officials, members and candidates, said, “This... Read more of this article
[Updated] A two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a car occurred in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar, near the junction of Manse Road and Harbour Road, Paget. “Traffic diversions are in place at Cobb’s Hill Road and Chapel Road. If... Read more of this article
“Investment in construction increased 8.1% year-over-year during the first quarter” and the “estimated value of new projects started during the first quarter reached $60.3 million,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda welcomes the latest construction activity figures for the first... Read more of this article
“This Government’s own statistics provide a clear view of its poor track record – the numbers don’t lie,” Shadow Finance Minister MP Douglas De Couto said. Dr De Couto said, “Bermuda is struggling with four or more national crises, depending on how you count: education, healthcare, housing and cost of living, and violence and... Read more of this article
Moses “Shyne” Barrow visited Westgate where he delivered an inspirational message to some of the men that are currently incarcerated, urging them to ”reflect, rebuild and transform their lives.” A spokesperson said, “Acclaimed musical artist, philanthropist and Belizean political leader Moses “Shyne” Barrow, L.H.D. (Honoris... Read more of this article
Chancery Legal has appointed Aqueelah Simmons as Director of Litigation. A spokesperson said, “In her new role, Aqueelah plays a pivotal part in shaping the Firm’s continued growth, success, and development. As a key member of the Firm’s leadership, she will oversee its litigation practice while continuing to deliver the strategic, practical,... Read more of this article
[Updated] Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell is holding a press conference this noon [Sept 15] to provide a briefing on the regulations pertaining to E-bikes. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 2.27pm: The Minister’s full statement follows below: I want... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] received a 2026 Excellence in Economic Development Silver Award from the International Economic Development Council [IEDC]. A spokesperson said, “The award was bestowed for the organisation’s work in the Public-Private Partnership category for the 25,000 to 200,000 population group. BEDC will... Read more of this article
The Government said they “note concerns raised regarding recent updates to the Closed and Restricted Job Categories affecting certain entry-level positions” and explained that while our international business sector is “critical to our economy” its “success must also create meaningful pathways for Bermudians.” A... Read more of this article
Police issued 83 traffic tickets during a six-hour enforcement operation on Saturday [Sept 12] and during the previous 24 hours, 131 tickets were issued, with a highest recorded speed of 96 km/h. A police spokesperson said, “Between 7am and 1pm Saturday, 12th September 2026, Bermuda Police Service [BPS] patrol officers, working with Reserve Police... Read more of this article
“Cabinet has now approved the establishment of an Adolescent Substance Use Treatment Programme within the Department for National Drug Control,” Minister of National Security Ryan Robinson Perinchief said. Speaking in the Senate on Monday [Sept 14], the Minister said, “This decision gives effect to the commitment made by this Government... Read more of this article
Professional boxer Andre Lambe hosted the free “Back to School Showtime Kids All-Star Sports Experience” event at Port Royal Golf Course this weekend, giving children the opportunity to participate in golf, boxing, kickboxing, pickleball, fitness and tennis. “Growing up, I had the opportunity to try many different sports, and I enjoyed almost... Read more of this article
The Garden Club of Bermuda has awarded a $30,000 scholarship to Aaron Lugo, who is studying Environmental Studies at Howard University. A spokesperson said, “The Garden Club of Bermuda [GCB] has announced Aaron Lugo as the recipient of this year’s scholarship award in the amount of $30,000. “Aaron was selected for his outstanding academic... Read more of this article
The Government has started the first phase of testing for Bermuda’s planned speed camera programme, with the first temporary camera now installed at East Broadway. A Government spokesperson said, “At this stage, the camera is being tested only. There is no enforcement and no tickets will be issued. The technology will be assessed on Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
[Updated] A two-vehicle collision involving two motorcycles occurred in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving two motorcycles at the junction of Bishop Spencer and Palmetto roads, Pembroke. “It is understood that one of the bike riders has been transported by ambulance to King Edward... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Arts Council has awarded three $8,000 student grants to Bermudian artists Nicole Smith, Zen Mello and Krystal Lowe to support their studies in fashion, animation and creative writing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Council [BAC], the Department of Culture’s main external funding body, is pleased to announce... Read more of this article
Christopher Madeiros has won the 2026 Bermuda Youth Tourism Speech Competition and will represent the island at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s [CTO] Regional Tourism Youth Congress in Guyana this October. A spokesperson said, “Christopher Madeiros of Saltus Grammar School has won the 2026 Bermuda Youth Tourism Speech Competition. He will... Read more of this article
[Updated] Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell is holding a press conference this noon [Sept 15] to provide a briefing on the regulations pertaining to E-bikes. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 2.27pm: The Minister’s full statement follows below: I want... Read more of this article
The Government has started the first phase of testing for Bermuda’s planned speed camera programme, with the first temporary camera now installed at East Broadway. A Government spokesperson said, “At this stage, the camera is being tested only. There is no enforcement and no tickets will be issued. The technology will be assessed on Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward held a press conference today [Sept 14] to provide an update on Bermuda’s first-quarter 2026 GDP and Economic Performance. Minister Hayward said, “Today I am pleased to report that Bermuda’s economy continued its steady progress. Building on good momentum and strong growth in 2025, in the first... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Taylor Carrick competed in the NASH Cup at the London Squash & Fitness Club in London, Ontario, Canada, facing David Baillargeon in the first round. The Canadian defeated Carrick in three games, winning 11-6, 11-2, 11-4 in 22 minutes to advance to the second round. The men’s tournament offers $33,750 in prize money. Related Stories Photos... Read more of this article
Bermudian footballers La Zai Outerbridge, Khari Sharrieff and Danni Watson featured for their college teams in recent matches in the United States. Outerbridge started in midfield and recorded one shot as Hobart College defeated SUNY Brockport 2-1 on Tuesday [September 15], extending their winning start to six matches. Sharrieff started and played 77... Read more of this article
Bermudian sailors Jordan Vieira and PJ Rodrigues helped Eckerd College finish fifth at the SAISA South Top Six Invite, hosted by the University of South Florida on Saturday [September 12]. Eckerd recorded 286 points across three divisions, with nine races completed, with Jacksonville University winning the six-team event with 126 points. Vieira partnered... Read more of this article
September 15 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,764.10, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 43 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 14 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 11 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Monetary Authority will launch its week-long World Investor Week 2026 campaign from 5–9 October, focusing on financial literacy, investor resilience, digital deception and scam prevention. A spokesperson said, “The tenth anniversary celebration of World Investor Week will commence on Monday, 5 October 2026, with a public education... Read more of this article
“Investment in construction increased 8.1% year-over-year during the first quarter” and the “estimated value of new projects started during the first quarter reached $60.3 million,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda welcomes the latest construction activity figures for the first... Read more of this article
Bermudian photographer Nicola Muirhead’s work is being exhibited at the Jakarta International Photo Festival, which opened on September 11 and continues through September 20, 2026, at Taman Ismail Marzuki in Central Jakarta, Indonesia. The festival’s description says, “Descendants of Summer by Nicola Muirhead. Rooted in Bermuda’s colonial... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Arts Council has awarded three $8,000 student grants to Bermudian artists Nicole Smith, Zen Mello and Krystal Lowe to support their studies in fashion, animation and creative writing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Council [BAC], the Department of Culture’s main external funding body, is pleased to announce... Read more of this article
BUEI will host a free Members Appreciation Day on Saturday, September 19, featuring ocean-themed activities and the final Kids Hour of the year focused on jellyfish. A spokesperson said, “This Saturday, September 19, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will thank its members the way it knows best — with a full day of ocean discovery... Read more of this article
Cash Trash Bash has collected more trash from Bermuda’s oceans, beaches and coastlines this year than it did last year, as the fundraising initiative continues to raise awareness of ocean pollution. The initiative was started by Karen Plianthos in 2015 and has now entered its ninth year. Along with her mother, Louise Jones, 79, daughters Ophelia,... Read more of this article
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] and the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS], part of Arizona State University, are highlighting their recent collaborative research into factors affecting Bermuda’s spiny lobster fishery. A spokesperson said, “The results could help Government better anticipate changes affecting the... Read more of this article
Locals have a new and natural way to enjoy live entertainment with the opening of the amphitheatre at Riddell’s Bay Gardens & Nature Reserve in Warwick, with the beautiful open air venue recently playing host to the Devil’s Isle Shakespeare Company’s production of Romeo & Juliet. Bernews asked for information about access and rental... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service said they are “concerned about the recent increase in reported sexual assaults across the island.” A police spokesperson said, “A number of these reports demonstrate that consent remains an ongoing issue, with instances where the withdrawal of consent is not respected. “Sexual assault: “A sexual assault is... Read more of this article
The police arrested 24 people for a range of offences and also issued nearly 100 traffic tickets over the Labour Day holiday weekend. A police spokesperson said, “There were 24 people arrested during the Labour Day Holiday weekend as the Bermuda Police Service continued with its repeatedly announced high visibility policing initiative. “Troublingly,... Read more of this article
A motorcycle rider was taken to hospital after he crashed into a wall on Middle Road in Warwick, and he was subsequently “arrested for impaired driving.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 5, 2026, police attended a serious single vehicle road traffic collision, on Middle Road, near its junction with... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the Bermuda flag encased within a luminous sphere, signifying the concept that the future is in our hands. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story.... Read more of this article
The Government has started the first phase of testing for Bermuda’s planned speed camera programme, with the first temporary camera now installed at East Broadway. A Government spokesperson said, “At this stage, the camera is being tested only. There is no enforcement and no tickets will be issued. The technology will be assessed on Bermuda’s roads to ensure... Read more of this article
Digicel Business will return as Official Telecommunications Sponsor of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship for the eighth consecutive year, continuing a partnership that supports both the delivery of Bermuda’s Professional Golfers’ Association [PGA] TOUR event and community initiatives across the island. Mark Corrigan, CEO of Digicel Bermuda, said: “We’re incredibly... Read more of this article
[Updated] A two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a car occurred in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar, near the junction of Manse Road and Harbour Road, Paget. “Traffic diversions are in place at Cobb’s Hill Road and Chapel Road. If... Read more of this article
[Updated] Police have confirmed a road traffic collision on Front Street in the City of Hamilton near King Street, with traffic being diverted in both directions. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a road traffic collision on Front Street, City of Hamilton, near King Street. Details remain very limited at this time. “Due to this... Read more of this article
Scott Barnes’s charter boat Hakuna Matata was hauled out of the water after it was destroyed by fire last week. The boat caught fire off Saltus Island, with two people escaping serious injury. Barnes, a well-known karting racer, said he was “devastated and still in shock” following the incident and thanked everyone involved in extinguishing the... Read more of this article
