The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council announced Karen Franks, Yusef Bushara, Lara Hetzel, Ahmed-Yassine Abdellah Chentouf, Nadiyah Brown, Troy Washington, the Chewstick Foundation, Devray Denwiddie, and Zachary Wilson as the first recipients of their 2026 grants. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture and the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt described Bermuda’s participation in the 51st Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM in St. Lucia as “productive and forward looking, highlighting that Bermuda’s discussions focused on food security, reducing the cost of living, trade diversification, and Bermuda’s continued engagement toward full... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning the public to remain vigilant against scammers posing as local bank representatives to steal customers’ account information and funds. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to receive reports regarding fraudulent activity targeting members of the public, where individuals... Read more of this article
“An Independent Education Authority for Bermuda’s public schools must be more than another government board that can be populated with political loyalists,” Opposition Leader and Shadow Education Minister Ben Smith said Mr. Smith said, “For years, the Government has promised education reform. Yet its record has been defined by a lack of transparency,... Read more of this article
The Office of Youth Affairs successfully held a Youth Parliament Debate on this evening, with current Youth Parliamentarians and alumni debating whether Bermuda should lower the voting age to 16. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Office of Youth Affairs has set the stage for Bermuda’s next generation of leaders to occupy the central... Read more of this article
Family Centre and title sponsor Clarien Bank are inviting the community to support the annual Cup Match Tag Day on July 29, with ribbon sales helping fund mental health counselling and youth programmes across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Family Centre, together with long-standing title sponsor Clarien Bank, is inviting the community to take part... Read more of this article
The government said that “search efforts remain active following the reported sighting of an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake” and they are ”exploring additional measures, including external expertise and other capture methods to strengthen ongoing search efforts.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and... Read more of this article
Appleby Bermuda and Appleby Global Services welcomed Chloe Brookes, Hannah Stockley, Markalah Telemaque, Jeremias Pietila, Cameron Menzies, and Yasmine Tull to its 2026 summer internship programmes, with three returning interns also joining the firm for special projects. A spokesperson said, “Appleby Bermuda welcomes three legal interns to its rotational... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Ajani Robinson produced a winning performance in Buffalo, New York, claiming the Male Single Rope Individual Freestyle Grand National title at the 2026 American Jump Rope National Championship. The event was held recently at Buffalo State University, where Robinson earned the prestigious title with an impressive routine. Robinson also competed... Read more of this article
The Convex End-to-End celebrated another year of community commitment and charitable giving, awarding $297,500 in grants to Bermuda charities and community organisations and honouring the volunteers, participants and teams who helped make the event a success. A spokesperson said, “The Convex End-to-End has once again transformed the generosity... Read more of this article
Starting on August 1st 2026, BELCO’s electricity rates “will be restructured and customer bills redesigned” and “rates will now be unbundled for greater transparency,” the company announced today. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today announced that from 1 August 2026 BELCO’s... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by the PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] When we talk about strengthening Bermuda’s economy, we often focus on jobs, investment, and economic growth. Yet one of the smartest investments we can make begins much earlier—in our children’s earliest years and in the families who are raising them. The Government’s Child Day Care... Read more of this article
There were tiny caps, big smiles, and plenty of proud families as Happy Valley Child Care Centre celebrated its newest graduates. The Government posted the images below and said, “Congratulations to the graduating class of Happy Valley Child Care Centre! A special congratulations to Ms. Andalyn Swan, Programme Coordinator, and the Happy Valley... Read more of this article
The catamaran Princess Chloe safely returned to Bermuda after being struck by lightning shortly after departing for Newport with five people on board, with no injuries reported. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 25th June, 3:41 pm – The catamaran Princess Chloe which had recently departed Bermuda for Newport with... Read more of this article
[Updated] A collision involving two vehicles occurred on South Road in Devonshire this morning [July 8]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious two vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, near the junction with Kent Avenue, Devonshire. “The roadway is now blocked. “Vehicles traveling west on South Road are being diverted... Read more of this article
The Office of Youth Affairs successfully held a Youth Parliament Debate on this evening, with current Youth Parliamentarians and alumni debating whether Bermuda should lower the voting age to 16. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Office of Youth Affairs has set the stage for Bermuda’s next generation of leaders to occupy the central... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Ajani Robinson produced a winning performance in Buffalo, New York, claiming the Male Single Rope Individual Freestyle Grand National title at the 2026 American Jump Rope National Championship. The event was held recently at Buffalo State University, where Robinson earned the prestigious title with an impressive routine. Robinson also competed... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] Bermuda’s 4×100 metres relay team won the bronze medal at the Barbados Grand Prix in Bridgetown. Norre Robinson, Miles Outerbridge, Cameron Basden and Denver Tucker clocked an impressive time of 40.29sec. Jah-Nhai Perinchief also competed in the long jump, finishing fourth with a best leap of 7.14 metres. Coach DeVon Bean... Read more of this article
Khano Smith’s Rhode Island FC slipped to a 2-1 defeat away to Sacramento Republic in the United Soccer League Championship yesterday [July 8]. The loss leaves Rhode Island ninth in the Eastern Conference after 13 league matches this season. Smith’s side return to action on Saturday when they host Brooklyn FC. Smith, Rhode Island’s... Read more of this article
Thrash claimed victory in Week 13 of the Wednesday Night Sailing Series after recording the fastest corrected time of 1:15:30. Airforce finished second on corrected time in 1:15:50, with Scatteraction third in 1:16:27. Celerity was fourth in 1:16:36 and Vrengen completed the top five with a corrected time of 1:16:54. Nasty Medicine crossed the finish... Read more of this article
Bermudian rugby player Sarah Cross has been named a finalist for the High Performance Athlete of the Year award by Buckingham Sports Union and the University of Buckingham Students’ Union in the UK. Cross was shortlisted after a strong year representing Bermuda and competing for the Buckingham Swans in England. She was part of Bermuda’s rugby programme... Read more of this article
AM Best affirmed the ratings of BNY Trade Insurance and The Hamilton Insurance Corp., citing their strong balance sheets, favorable operating performance and stable outlooks. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a+” [Excellent] of BNY Trade Insurance,... Read more of this article
HSBC has appointed Paul Shaw as Chief Information Officer for Bermuda, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man as part of its continued focus on technology and customer experience. A spokesperson said, “HSBC has appointed Paul Shaw as Chief Information Officer [CIO] for Bermuda, Channel Islands and Isle of Man, as part of the Bank’s ongoing focus... Read more of this article
Appleby Bermuda and Appleby Global Services welcomed Chloe Brookes, Hannah Stockley, Markalah Telemaque, Jeremias Pietila, Cameron Menzies, and Yasmine Tull to its 2026 summer internship programmes, with three returning interns also joining the firm for special projects. A spokesperson said, “Appleby Bermuda welcomes three legal interns to its rotational... Read more of this article
The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council announced Karen Franks, Yusef Bushara, Lara Hetzel, Ahmed-Yassine Abdellah Chentouf, Nadiyah Brown, Troy Washington, the Chewstick Foundation, Devray Denwiddie, and Zachary Wilson as the first recipients of their 2026 grants. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture and the Bermuda... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute has launched the Discover Hamilton Tour, a new guided experience combining its Ocean Discovery Centre with an e-bike tour of Hamilton, available daily through September 30, 2026. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] today announced the launch of the Discover Hamilton... Read more of this article
Two improv comedy teams — St Gorgeous and Stunnerset – will go head-to-head for laughs when the annual “Comedy Cup Match” is held later this month, with the event serving as a fundraiser for Family Centre and BUEI. A spokesperson said, “Two teams are gearing up to battle for laughs in the zany improv “Comedy Cup... Read more of this article
The government said that “search efforts remain active following the reported sighting of an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake” and they are ”exploring additional measures, including external expertise and other capture methods to strengthen ongoing search efforts.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Noelle Young] To the Government of Bermuda and the Government of the United Kingdom, Bermuda stands at a unique moment in its history. Through the “Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP]” and the implementation of the “United Nations Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Treaty [High Seas Treaty]”; we have an... Read more of this article
Despite an “intensive search,” the rattlesnake has not yet been located, with officials saying they believe the photograph supplied by the person who reported the sighting “to be genuine” and noting that “the reproductive risk cannot be fully dismissed, as the gender of the snake is not known.” A Government spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
The Judicial Department has announced summer opening hours, which take effect from July 10th. Supreme Court And Court Of Appeal A spokesperson said, “With effect from Friday, 10 July 2026 – Friday, 4 September 2026, all Supreme Court and Court of Appeal Registry locations in the Dame Lois Browne Evans Building and the Government Administration... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Justice has, this afternoon, issued an online public notice advising of the ‘impending release’ of Kevin Leon Goater, a 66-year-old convicted sex offender. The public notice containing more information follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Govt Advisory: Sex Offender To Be Released Sex Offender Devaun Cox To Be Released Sex... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has renewed its appeal for information into the 2016 murder of Fiqre Crockwell, urging members of the public to come forward as the investigation remains active ten years on. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] are renewing their appeal for information in relation to the murder of Fiqre... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning the public to remain vigilant against scammers posing as local bank representatives to steal customers’ account information and funds. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to receive reports regarding fraudulent activity targeting members of the public, where individuals posing as representatives... Read more of this article
Starting on August 1st 2026, BELCO’s electricity rates “will be restructured and customer bills redesigned” and “rates will now be unbundled for greater transparency,” the company announced today. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today announced that from 1 August 2026 BELCO’s electricity rates... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a creative digital art piece, depicting a Bermuda Longtail folded in an intricate origami style. 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. You can... Read more of this article
[Updated] A collision involving two vehicles occurred on South Road in Devonshire this morning [July 8]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious two vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, near the junction with Kent Avenue, Devonshire. “The roadway is now blocked. “Vehicles traveling west on South Road are being diverted... Read more of this article
Police are appealing for witnesses after a single-vehicle motorcycle collision on Mullet Bay Road in St. George’s left a 65-year-old man with a serious head injury. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 2:45 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders, were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving... Read more of this article
A car driver received a ‘minor head injury’ after a car crash which resulted in the car overturning in Smiths this afternoon [July 6], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 2:13 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving... Read more of this article
