Minister Lightbourne On Energy Market

Minister Lightbourne On Energy Market

“The Ministry of Home Affairs is closely monitoring the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on global oil markets and the potential consequences for Bermuda’s fuel and energy costs,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa... Read more of this article

‘Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda’ Launches

‘Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda’ Launches

A group of parents launched Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda, a movement encouraging families to pledge delaying smartphones until age 14 and social media until age 16. A spokesperson said, “What began as a small WhatsApp conversation among concerned parents has grown into a community-wide movement. Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda [SFC Bermuda]... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: BELCO Long Service Awards

Photos & Video: BELCO Long Service Awards

Bermuda Electric Light Company [BELCO] held its Long Service Awards today [March 10], celebrating employees for their years of dedicated service to the company. Related Stories Photos & Video: Tahjae Welch Wins FMI Award BELCO Earns Second EEI Response Award Photos: BELCO Welcomes New Apprentices Photos: BEDC Annual ‘Eat,... Read more of this article

Hospitality Industry Careers Fair On March 18

Hospitality Industry Careers Fair On March 18

The Bermuda Hotel Association and partners will be hosting a Hospitality Industry Careers Fair on Wednesday, March 18, from 10.00am to 2.00pm at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Hotel Association, in collaboration with the Department of Workforce Development, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce Tourism &... Read more of this article

Thirteen New Customs Officers Complete Training

Thirteen New Customs Officers Complete Training

A ceremony was recently held to celebrate the basic training completion ceremony for 13 Trainee Customs Officers: Sole Tucker, Jordan Trott, Teji Simons, Kendrick Richardson, Antonia Raynor-Bailey, Sade Adams, Allan Martin, David Little, Collise Allen, Wanay Bartley, Seth Hayward, Zorie Eve, and Dendrick Durrant. A Government spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article

Column: Fahy On Housing, Budget & More

Column: Fahy On Housing, Budget & More

[Column written by Michael Fahy] As the public is aware, the budget statement was presented on 20th February 2026, with the Opposition giving its reply on 27th February 2026. During the economic debate, I tackled issues ranging from education to the state of our roads, but given my shadow portfolio of Housing, Municipalities and Home Affairs, I spent... Read more of this article

Allshores To Donate $250,000 To Home Charity

Allshores To Donate $250,000 To Home Charity

Allshores Limited announced a $250,000 commitment over three years to support the work of HOME, helping strengthen efforts to prevent and end homelessness in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The multi-year funding will support HOME’s outreach, advocacy, and coordination efforts, connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with shelter, health... Read more of this article


Police Advisory On Counterfeit $100 Bills

Police Advisory On Counterfeit $100 Bills

The Bermuda Police Service is warning businesses and residents to remain vigilant after multiple reports of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills being used locally, with one suspect already arrested. A police spokesperson said, “Since the end of February 2026, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has received multiple reports regarding the use of counterfeit... Read more of this article

Premier David Burt Honored At AME Conference

Premier David Burt Honored At AME Conference

Premier David Burt congratulated clergy and delegates at the 140th Bermuda Annual Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, where he was presented with the Richard Allen Legacy Award in recognition of his leadership. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, has extended congratulations to the clergy... Read more of this article

Pigs To Return To Agricultural Exhibition

Pigs To Return To Agricultural Exhibition

This year’s Agricultural Exhibition “will also mark the long-awaited return of pigs, which have been absent from the show in recent years,” the Government said. A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is pleased to announce the 85th Bermuda Annual Agricultural Exhibition. “The annual three-day event... Read more of this article

Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027

Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027

“The Economic Development Strategy is Bermuda’s roadmap for strengthening and diversifying the economy, creating opportunity for Bermudians, and building a more secure and inclusive future,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I lay before... Read more of this article

Sophia Greaves Earns WiRe Award

Sophia Greaves Earns WiRe Award

Women in Reinsurance [WiRe] hosted its fourth annual International Women’s Day Gala, where Sophia Greaves was presented with the WiRe Woman of the Year Award, A spokesperson said, “Women in Reinsurance [WiRe], the professional organization for women working in Bermuda’s reinsurance sector, hosted its fourth annual International Women’s... Read more of this article

Column: Robinson On Tourism, Investment, More

Column: Robinson On Tourism, Investment, More

[Opinion column written by MP Dwayne Robinson] Recently, my colleague, the Shadow Minister of Finance Dr. Doug De Couto delivered the One Bermuda Alliance’s reply to the Progressive Labour Party’s 2026/2027 budget statement. I encourage you to read it in its entirety. Now allow me a moment to discuss tourism. Our tourism product has struggled to... Read more of this article

Amber’s Wings To Host Charity Golf Event

Amber’s Wings To Host Charity Golf Event

A charity golf tournament will be held next month to raise funds for Amber’s Wings, an organisation that assists the island’s under-resourced youth through the transformative power of animals. The Annual Golf Tournament: The Year of the Horse will take place at Port Royal Golf Course on April 10, with a 1pm shotgun start. Registration will begin... Read more of this article

Video: March 10th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Video: March 10th Bernews Morning Newsflash

A motorcyclist was injured in a Pembroke collision, Premier David Burt attends the NearCon Tech Conference, Latisha Lister-Burgess is named Woman of the Year, the tourism sector welcomes transport enhancement ideas, Minister Jason Hayward outlines the fintech strategy for 2026–2028, the Green Family pledges $500,000 for the BHB Maternity Unit, Menuhin’s... Read more of this article

Stakeholders Welcome Transport Enhancements

Stakeholders Welcome Transport Enhancements

“We support efforts that enhance overall transportation availability for residents, businesses and visitors alike, whilst maintaining the important role that taxis play within Bermuda’s transportation network,” the Bermuda Tourism Authority, Bermuda Hotel Association, Skyport and Bermuda Chamber of Commerce. A spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article

Green Family Pledge $500K For BHB Maternity Unit

Green Family Pledge $500K For BHB Maternity Unit

The Green Family has pledged a total of $500,000 over the next five years to Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation [BHCF] in support of Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] and the hospital’s Maternity Unit and Special Care Baby Unit [SCBU]. A spokesperson said, “This multi-year commitment will directly enhance BHB’s Maternity Unit and Special Care... Read more of this article

Government Leases Farmland To 10 Farmers

Government Leases Farmland To 10 Farmers

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has “awarded agricultural land leases to ten Bermudian farmers, placing more than seven acres of previously underutilised Government-owned arable land into active food production.” Brian Robinson, Kenneth ‘Neil’ Paynter Jr, Minister Jaché Adams and John D. Gibbons “The leases... Read more of this article

Police Appeal: Help Locate 98-Year-Old [Found]

Police Appeal: Help Locate 98-Year-Old [Found]

[Updated] The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s urgent assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman. “Mr. Brangman is described as brown complexioned, approximately 6 feet tall, of slim build,... Read more of this article

Public Consultation On CARICOM Membership

Public Consultation On CARICOM Membership

[Updated] “The Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, has launched a national public consultation on Bermuda’s potential advancement to Full Membership in the Caribbean Community [CARICOM]. A Government spokesperson said, “The consultation begins with the publication of the Green Paper titled ‘The Story of Us; Green Paper... Read more of this article

Minister On Uniformed Services Recruitment

Minister On Uniformed Services Recruitment

“I rise today to provide this Honourable House with an update on the recruitment efforts currently underway across the uniformed services and departments that fall under the remit of the Ministry of National Security,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr.... Read more of this article


VIDEOS

Photos & Video: BELCO Long Service Awards

Photos & Video: BELCO Long Service Awards

Bermuda Electric Light Company [BELCO] held its Long Service Awards today [March 10], celebrating employees for their years of dedicated service to the company. Related Stories Photos & Video: Tahjae Welch Wins FMI Award BELCO Earns Second EEI Response Award Photos: BELCO Welcomes New Apprentices Photos: BEDC Annual ‘Eat,... Read more of this article

Video: March 10th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Video: March 10th Bernews Morning Newsflash

A motorcyclist was injured in a Pembroke collision, Premier David Burt attends the NearCon Tech Conference, Latisha Lister-Burgess is named Woman of the Year, the tourism sector welcomes transport enhancement ideas, Minister Jason Hayward outlines the fintech strategy for 2026–2028, the Green Family pledges $500,000 for the BHB Maternity Unit, Menuhin’s... Read more of this article

Public Consultation On CARICOM Membership

Public Consultation On CARICOM Membership

[Updated] “The Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, has launched a national public consultation on Bermuda’s potential advancement to Full Membership in the Caribbean Community [CARICOM]. A Government spokesperson said, “The consultation begins with the publication of the Green Paper titled ‘The Story of Us; Green Paper... Read more of this article

SPORTS

Ball Hockey: Spine & Sport & BDA Spirits Win

Ball Hockey: Spine & Sport & BDA Spirits Win

Bermuda Ball Hockey double-header action took place at the PCC Hockey Rink. Spine & Sport defeated Hamilton Princess 4-3. Curran Trenouth and Mathieu Desjardins each scored twice for Spine & Sport. Thomas Miller scored three goals for Hamilton Princess. BDA Spirits defeated Positive Image Dental 5-4. Jeff Loper scored two goals for BDA Spirits,... Read more of this article

Book Explores Life Of Boxer Clarence Hill

Book Explores Life Of Boxer Clarence Hill

A new book chronicling the life and legacy of Bermudian boxer Clarence Hill, the island’s first Olympic medal-winner, has been published. My Father Bermuda’s First Olympic Medalist: The Biography Of Clarence Eugene Hill, written by his son Jamaka Kamal, explores the story behind Hill’s historic bronze medal in heavyweight boxing at the 1976... Read more of this article

Bermuda Women Set For Grenada Test

Bermuda Women Set For Grenada Test

The Bermuda women’s national football team will face Grenada at the Flora Duffy Stadium in their final Concacaf W Qualifier next month. Coach Naquita Robinson’s side meet Grenada at 7pm on Saturday, April 18 in the third and final Fifa Women’s International Match Window. Guatemala lead group C with nine points, followed by Costa Rica on six points.... Read more of this article

BUSINESS

Photos & Video: BELCO Long Service Awards

Photos & Video: BELCO Long Service Awards

Bermuda Electric Light Company [BELCO] held its Long Service Awards today [March 10], celebrating employees for their years of dedicated service to the company. Related Stories Photos & Video: Tahjae Welch Wins FMI Award BELCO Earns Second EEI Response Award Photos: BELCO Welcomes New Apprentices Photos: BEDC Annual ‘Eat,... Read more of this article

Hospitality Industry Careers Fair On March 18

Hospitality Industry Careers Fair On March 18

The Bermuda Hotel Association and partners will be hosting a Hospitality Industry Careers Fair on Wednesday, March 18, from 10.00am to 2.00pm at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Hotel Association, in collaboration with the Department of Workforce Development, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce Tourism &... Read more of this article

Allshores To Donate $250,000 To Home Charity

Allshores To Donate $250,000 To Home Charity

Allshores Limited announced a $250,000 commitment over three years to support the work of HOME, helping strengthen efforts to prevent and end homelessness in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The multi-year funding will support HOME’s outreach, advocacy, and coordination efforts, connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with shelter, health... Read more of this article

ENTERTAINMENT

Art Drop Bermuda Inviting Submissions

Art Drop Bermuda Inviting Submissions

Art Drop Bermuda is inviting artists to apply for its July 2026 showcase, which will be held at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A spokesperson said, “Art Drop Bermuda is once again thrilled to invite professional Bermuda based emerging and established artists to apply to be a part of our upcoming July 2026 art showcase at The Hamilton... Read more of this article

Pigs To Return To Agricultural Exhibition

Pigs To Return To Agricultural Exhibition

This year’s Agricultural Exhibition “will also mark the long-awaited return of pigs, which have been absent from the show in recent years,” the Government said. A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is pleased to announce the 85th Bermuda Annual Agricultural Exhibition. “The annual three-day event... Read more of this article

Photos, Video & 360: School Art Exhibit

Photos, Video & 360: School Art Exhibit

The Middle & Senior School Art Exhibition is being held at the Bermuda Society of Arts in City Hall from February 25 to March 14, showcasing artwork by students from schools across the island. The exhibition features pieces inspired by the theme “One World, Many Stories,” highlighting students’ creativity and diverse perspectives through a... Read more of this article


ENVIRONMENT

Government Leases Farmland To 10 Farmers

Government Leases Farmland To 10 Farmers

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has “awarded agricultural land leases to ten Bermudian farmers, placing more than seven acres of previously underutilised Government-owned arable land into active food production.” Brian Robinson, Kenneth ‘Neil’ Paynter Jr, Minister Jaché Adams and John D. Gibbons “The leases... Read more of this article

Humpback Whale Film Premieres On March 11

Humpback Whale Film Premieres On March 11

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

Advanced Horticulture Training For Parks Staff

Advanced Horticulture Training For Parks Staff

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

CRIME

Police Advisory On Counterfeit $100 Bills

Police Advisory On Counterfeit $100 Bills

The Bermuda Police Service is warning businesses and residents to remain vigilant after multiple reports of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills being used locally, with one suspect already arrested. A police spokesperson said, “Since the end of February 2026, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has received multiple reports regarding the use of counterfeit... Read more of this article

Police Investigating Shooting In Devonshire

Police Investigating Shooting In Devonshire

[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

‘Victims Being Duped Out Of Millions Of Dollars’

‘Victims Being Duped Out Of Millions Of Dollars’

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

TECHNOLOGY

‘Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda’ Launches

‘Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda’ Launches

A group of parents launched Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda, a movement encouraging families to pledge delaying smartphones until age 14 and social media until age 16. A spokesperson said, “What began as a small WhatsApp conversation among concerned parents has grown into a community-wide movement. Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda [SFC Bermuda] is encouraging... Read more of this article

Premier Burt Attends NearCon Tech Conference

Premier Burt Attends NearCon Tech Conference

Premier David Burt attended the NearCon in San Francisco, where he discussed Bermuda’s approach to digital finance, artificial intelligence regulation, and new technology partnerships aimed at improving government services. A Government spokesperson said, “During a recent visit to San Francisco, the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, attended NearCon, a global technology... Read more of this article

Minister Hayward On Fintech Strategy

Minister Hayward On Fintech Strategy

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

ACCIDENTS & FIRES

Motorcyclist Injured In Pembroke Collision

Motorcyclist Injured In Pembroke Collision

[Updated] A male motorcyclist suffered serious head injuries in a single-vehicle crash on North Shore Road in Pembroke early this morning. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 1:15 a.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2026, police and Emergency Medical Services were dispatched to a serious single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle,... Read more of this article

Car Crashes & Overturns, Driver Injured

Car Crashes & Overturns, Driver Injured

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

Traffic Delays Due To Vehicle Fire In Warwick

Traffic Delays Due To Vehicle Fire In Warwick

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


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