The Public Accounts Committee said they “will pursue further details regarding payments made by Government in connection with the September 2023 cyberattack” and “examine the circumstances surrounding the approximately $4.4 million in expenditure recorded against the cyber incident.” Background The Parliamentary Joint Select... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is now accepting public nominations for the 10th Annual BEDC Business Awards, with nominations open until October 31, 2026, ahead of the awards ceremony on January 30, 2027. A spokesperson said, “The BEDC Business Awards celebrate the achievements, growth, and thriving nature of Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
The Department of Workforce Development announced an expanded schedule of free work readiness classes designed to support job seekers, employees, and employers across Bermuda, running from October through December 2026. A Government spokesperson said, “In addition to established sessions on résumé writing, cover letters, interview preparation... Read more of this article
[Column written by Laurie Shiell] October is Domestic Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month in Bermuda, a time when we are reminded that domestic abuse is not simply a private family matter. It affects our workplaces, our communities and our economy. Bermuda’s own domestic abuse research has demonstrated the scale of the issue in our community,... Read more of this article
Bermudian artist Paul DeShield’s gospel rap album De Shield of Faith, released under his stage name Eminence, has been included in Holy Culture’s Weight or Wait voting show. The release is among ten entries listed on the Christian hip-hop platform’s voting page, which allows one vote per user. Mr DeShield told Bernews, “I am grateful the album... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Michael Fahy] More than 50 people are sleeping outside in Bermuda tonight. Hundreds more are one crisis away from joining them. Against that backdrop, the Government’s “Plan to End Homelessness” debated in Friday’s House of Assembly, deserved the serious attention it received, not as a press release to... Read more of this article
A planning application has been submitted on behalf of the UK Space Agency seeking permission for the “installation of three telescope systems, together with the infrastructure necessary for their operation, including individual concrete bases, electrical power and data/internet connectivity” in the east end. The application summary stated,... Read more of this article
Ricky Raynor returned to the water last weekend to honour his late son, taking part in a memorial powerboat race in Dockyard on what would have been Rickai “Pugi” Raynor’s 29th birthday. Raynor also brought Pugi’s restored boat to the event, where it was displayed in front of a mural celebrating the late racing enthusiast. Pugi died nearly... Read more of this article
Bermudian football legend Clyde Best will return to the island from October 6 to October 10 for an encore tour of the documentary Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story. A spokesperson said, “Football pioneer Clyde Best returns to Bermuda from October 6–10, 2026, with the Encore Tour of the award-winning documentary Transforming... Read more of this article
Opposition Leader Ben Smith said the Premier’s recent response during the Question and Answer period regarding healthcare consolidation “raises an important question about Government accountability.” “The Premier said the Government did not have the legislative power necessary to prevent the market-concentration issues that have developed... Read more of this article
[Updated] The PLP filed a notice with the Supreme Court that “consented to every order the plaintiffs asked the Court to make” and “all that remains is for the Court to make the final order to bring the proceedings to a close, and we have asked for that to happen as soon as possible.” This is the latest development pertaining... Read more of this article
Five Bermuda College students — Yasir Boukhloufi, Ashrey Cannonier, Sha-Danna’ Johnson, Solay Marson and Dasia-Nae Scott — have received full Athene scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year. A spokesperson said, “Five Bermuda College students have been awarded scholarships from Athene for the 2026-2027 academic year. Each scholarship... Read more of this article
Plans have been submitted for a “new purpose-built distribution warehouse, retail store and associated staff office facilities” in the Marginal Wharf area in the East End. A letter submitted with the application said, “Our proposals seek to develop a brownfield former US military site to create a new warehouse, retail store and office... Read more of this article
[Updated with live audio] The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Monday [Sept. 28], with the announcements listed on the Order Paper including the Auditor General’s Report: Ministerial Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses – Second Report of the Auditor General, Bermuda; the Effectiveness of the Government of Bermuda Receivables and Debt Management... Read more of this article
[Updated] There have been ongoing issues with the water supply at the Westgate Correctional Facility, with unofficial information suggesting there has been lack of running water for showers and flushing the toilet. One individual close to the situation questioned how the incarcerated men can be be in a mindset to be rehabilitated and educated when they... Read more of this article
Bermuda won the North American Cup after defeating hosts Cayman Islands by 42 runs in the final at Jimmy Powell Oval in George Town on Sunday [September 27]. In a match reduced to 15 overs per side, Bermuda scored 101/9 after Cayman Islands won the toss and elected to field. Isaiah O’Brien top-scored with 43 from 22 balls, hitting two fours and five... Read more of this article
Ailie Waddington, Stephanie Hardy, Gianna Lupparelli, Ava-Joy Moreno, Zion Mills and Skye Minors have each received a $5,000 bursary from the BMDS Charitable Trust to support their performing arts and theatre studies. A spokesperson said, “2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the formation of the BMDS Charitable Trust, which was created in 2001... Read more of this article
Ajani Burchall and Riley Robinson scored for Bermuda as the national football team lost 5-2 to St Lucia in the Concacaf Nations League. The Concacaf match report said, “Saint Lucia delivered a statement 5-2 win against Bermuda in Group B at Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia. The hosts opened with Keegan Caull bagging a first-half... Read more of this article
David Selley and Steven Bridges won the Super Stock National Championship at the XInsurance Great Lakes Grand Prix in Clearwater Beach, Florida, while Luis Martins and Nick Imprescia claimed victory in Sunday’s [September 27] race. In the make-up race for the Great Lakes Grand Prix in Michigan City, staged as part of the Clearwater event, Martins... Read more of this article
[Updated with photos] St. Mary’s Church in Warwick is hosting Jazz Vespers this afternoon [Sept 27] as part of its 400th anniversary celebrations, and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Warwick, one of Bermuda’s oldest and most beloved parish churches, continues its year long... Read more of this article
Chloe McBrearty won the Girls U14 Hobson Performance Tennis Tournament in Bradenton, Florida. The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association said, “Congratulations to Chloe McBrearty, who earlier this month won the Girls U14 Hobson Performance Tennis Tournament in Bradenton, Florida! Chloe maintained a clean slate throughout the tournament, without droping... Read more of this article
Lauren Cardwell and the University of Toronto Varsity Blues hockey team lost 4–1 to the York Lions at Alumni Field on Sunday [September 27]. The result marked Toronto’s first defeat of the 2026 regular season after four wins and a draw, leaving the Blues and York tied for second in the Ontario University Athletics [OUA] standings with identical... Read more of this article
Bermudian sailor Sophia Dias helped Tulane University finish second at the Sugar Bowl Women’s Fleet Races in New Orleans. Competing in their first home regatta of the 2026–27 season, the Green Wave recorded 135 points across three divisions, finishing behind Stanford. Dias skippered Tulane’s B Division entry alongside crew Caroline Caudron. The... Read more of this article
The Public Accounts Committee said they “will pursue further details regarding payments made by Government in connection with the September 2023 cyberattack” and “examine the circumstances surrounding the approximately $4.4 million in expenditure recorded against the cyber incident.” Background The Parliamentary Joint Select... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is now accepting public nominations for the 10th Annual BEDC Business Awards, with nominations open until October 31, 2026, ahead of the awards ceremony on January 30, 2027. A spokesperson said, “The BEDC Business Awards celebrate the achievements, growth, and thriving nature of Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
The Department of Workforce Development announced an expanded schedule of free work readiness classes designed to support job seekers, employees, and employers across Bermuda, running from October through December 2026. A Government spokesperson said, “In addition to established sessions on résumé writing, cover letters, interview preparation... Read more of this article
Bermudian artist Paul DeShield’s gospel rap album De Shield of Faith, released under his stage name Eminence, has been included in Holy Culture’s Weight or Wait voting show. The release is among ten entries listed on the Christian hip-hop platform’s voting page, which allows one vote per user. Mr DeShield told Bernews, “I am grateful the album... Read more of this article
Bermudian football legend Clyde Best will return to the island from October 6 to October 10 for an encore tour of the documentary Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story. A spokesperson said, “Football pioneer Clyde Best returns to Bermuda from October 6–10, 2026, with the Encore Tour of the award-winning documentary Transforming... Read more of this article
Ailie Waddington, Stephanie Hardy, Gianna Lupparelli, Ava-Joy Moreno, Zion Mills and Skye Minors have each received a $5,000 bursary from the BMDS Charitable Trust to support their performing arts and theatre studies. A spokesperson said, “2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the formation of the BMDS Charitable Trust, which was created in 2001... Read more of this article
the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the 2024 Environmental Statistics Compendium from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “The Compendium is structured into thirteen sections and contains brief analyses, tables and graphs for each section. It includes more than 40 statistical tables that provide a wealth of data... Read more of this article
The BBC has highlighted Frank Watlington’s recordings of humpback whales off Bermuda in a feature exploring how the discovery of whale song changed our understanding of them. The article said, “In the 1950s and 60s, scientists realised that the noises made by whales form a song. Now we know these songs even show hallmarks of human language. “It... 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
[Updated] A single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle occurred at the junction of Crow Lane and Lane Hill in Pembroke this afternoon [Sept 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:15 p.m. on Sunday, 27 September 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle... Read more of this article
A 20-year-old man was arrested for having a bladed article in a public place and possession of controlled drugs. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:20 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 police officers were conducting traffic abatement operations in the area of Barnes Corner, Southampton, when they had cause to stop a motorcycle carrying... Read more of this article
The police said they are “aware of images depicting a male and female engaged in a sex act at what appears to be a local beach being circulated” and the “matter is now under investigation.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of images depicting a male and female engaged in a sex act at... Read more of this article
A planning application has been submitted on behalf of the UK Space Agency seeking permission for the “installation of three telescope systems, together with the infrastructure necessary for their operation, including individual concrete bases, electrical power and data/internet connectivity” in the east end. The application summary stated, “Proposed... Read more of this article
Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] is inviting the public to a Community Open House on Saturday [Sept 26], from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 19 The Lane, Paget, providing an opportunity to see its new Siemens MAGNETOM Flow.Neo MRI up close and learn how the technology is designed to enhance the MRI experience for patients in Bermuda. A spokesperson added, “Visitors... Read more of this article
The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a tranquil beach view, capturing the natural beauty of the island. The image 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 download both sizes below, and... Read more of this article
[Updated] A single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle occurred at the junction of Crow Lane and Lane Hill in Pembroke this afternoon [Sept 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:15 p.m. on Sunday, 27 September 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle... Read more of this article
[Updated] Police are on scene at a collision in St George’s this afternoon [Sept 21]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a rental car, on Mullet Bay Road, just west of Mullet Bay Park, St. George’s. “Police officers are on scene assisting with traffic flow, which is currently... 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
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