[Updating] Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [July 14] to officially announce her candidacy for the position of PLP Deputy Leader. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: She has launched a very comprehensive website for the campaign, which is here: Tineesfurbert.com. The... Read more of this article
“Bermuda needs a national direction when it comes to our energy policy,” OBA MP Dwayne Robinson said. Mr Robinson — the Shadow Home Affairs Minister — said, “After a two-week extension, the consultation on the draft National Electricity Sector Policy [NESP] ended on May 21, 2026. The draft NESP 2026 was said to be ‘nearly... Read more of this article
Bermudian Anthasia Campbell has reached the semi-finals of the Miss England pageant after competing in the East Midlands regional competition in Leicester at the weekend, and she also claimed the Top Fundraiser and Talent awards. The event featured an ethical fashion round and brought together contestants from Leicester, Derby, Nottingham and towns... Read more of this article
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has welcomed 39 students to the organisation this summer in paid employment. A spokesperson said, “More than a quarter of the students [11] are pursuing studies in allied health fields including kinesiology, social work, biomedical science, pharmacology, radiological science and laboratory science.” BHB Director of... Read more of this article
“A specialist team, supported by two dogs trained to detect the specific scent of rattlesnakes, will arrive in Bermuda this week to assist” with the search for the rattlesnake, the Government has advised A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is aware of a report received on 11 July regarding... Read more of this article
A Bermuda Police Service officer arrested on suspicion of dishonesty offences has been suspended with pay while the investigation continues. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that the officer recently arrested on suspicion of dishonesty offences has also been suspended from duty, with pay, under the Police Conduct Orders... Read more of this article
Bermuda College has signed a memorandum of understanding with Arizona State University, creating what they called a “new framework for academic and scientific collaboration between the two institutions.” A spokesperson said, “The agreement will support opportunities for faculty development and exchange, student exchange, joint events,... Read more of this article
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda held their “How much would you pay to see me?” fundraiser at the City of Hamilton Summer Sunday City Funday event this weekend, bringing an afternoon of live entertainment, family activities, games, food and summer fun to Victoria Park. Speaking in advance of the event, a BBBS spokesperson said, “Local... Read more of this article
Alneisha Outerbridge from the Department of Employee & Organizational Development earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for June. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is delighted to recognise Alneisha Outerbridge, Talent Partner, with the Department of Employee & Organizational Development [DEOD] as the... Read more of this article
[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service has advised that its regular telephone numbers, including 911, are currently not working and has provided temporary contact numbers for the public to use until further notice. Police Statement A police spokesperson said, “Currently, the regular police telephone numbers are not working, including 911. “Until... Read more of this article
Olivia Gazzard and Isabella Sousa captured the gold medal for Bermuda at the 2026 Eastern Caribbean Under-20 Beach Volleyball Championship in St. Kitts & Nevis, with the duo making a spectacular showing, going through the entire tournament undefeated. The dynamic duo defeated teams from Dominica, Sint Maarten, St Kitts, and St. Vincent and the... Read more of this article
Five Bermuda students – Maya Bean, Alexandria Crippen, Naomi Crofton, April Cherry and Ava Moorghen – have earned the opportunity to travel to France this summer after winning L’Alliance Française des Bermudes’ annual French Scholarship Competition. A spokesperson said, “L’Alliance Française des Bermudes offers... Read more of this article
[Updated] One person is believed to have sustained minor injuries following a collision on Harbour Road near Lower Ferry in Paget this morning [July 13], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle collision on Harbour Road near Lower Ferry, Paget, involving a car. “The driver is believed to have... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt will lead a Government delegation to the Azores this week to “honour and strengthen the long-standing ties between Bermuda and the Azores.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier, the Hon. David Burt JP, MP, will lead a Government delegation to Azores, from 12 to 14 July 2026, at the invitation of His Excellency,... Read more of this article
News that the Convex End-to-End awarded $297,500 in grants to Bermuda charities and community organisations, Ajani Robinson won the Male Single Rope Individual Freestyle Grand National title in New York, and Kyle Masters was admitted as an INSOL Fellow after completing the Global Insolvency Practice Course were among the positive news stories from the... Read more of this article
[Updating] Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [July 14] to officially announce her candidacy for the position of PLP Deputy Leader. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: She has launched a very comprehensive website for the campaign, which is here: Tineesfurbert.com. The... Read more of this article
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda held their “How much would you pay to see me?” fundraiser at the City of Hamilton Summer Sunday City Funday event this weekend, bringing an afternoon of live entertainment, family activities, games, food and summer fun to Victoria Park. Speaking in advance of the event, a BBBS spokesperson said, “Local... Read more of this article
Bermudian footballer Nahki Wells found the net as Luton Town opened their pre-season campaign with a 5-0 victory over Hitchin Town at Top Field in the UK. Wells scored Town’s third goal when he connected with a cross from Harry Fox inside the penalty area, directing the ball beyond the Hitchin goalkeeper. Jordan Clark scored twice during the opening... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s junior golfers produced a strong showing at the 19th Annual Mid-Season Invitational at Reunion Resort in Florida, led by Bradford Laing’s impressive fourth-place finish in the boys’ 10-11 division. Laing finished at 16 over par after carding four over for his final nine holes. Sa-Qui Robinson closed with an excellent two-over-par 74,... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s junior squash players produced an impressive four-medal showing at the Junior Caribbean Squash Championships in Tortola. Mason Smith won gold in the boys’ under-13 division, defeating Bermuda team-mate Benjamin Sherratt 9-11, 11-4, 11-5, 11-7 in the final. Sherratt earned silver, while Eli Carpol claimed silver in the boys’ under-19... Read more of this article
Bermudian athletes Nirobi Smith-Mills and Jake Brislane recorded top-six finishes at the British Milers’ Club Grand Prix in Watford, UK. Smith-Mills placed third in the men’s 800 metres C race in 1min 49.09sec, while Brislane finished sixth in the men’s 3,000 metres B race in 8:16.00. Related Stories Sakari Famous Wins High Jump In Memphis Video:... Read more of this article
July 13 saw 1,200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $47,925.00 BD. 500 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $58.05 per share, while another 700 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $27.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,746.91, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines,... Read more of this article
The Lumina Festival recognized 30 graduates of its 10-week Playbook financial education programme with CPA Bermuda-accredited certificates. A spokesperson said, “The Lumina Festival was pleased to honor the graduates of its 10-week financial education programme The Playbook with an award ceremony and a certificate of completion accredited by CPA... Read more of this article
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, July 11th. On Saturday the Carnival Venezia and the Norwegian Jewel cruise ships are expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship, the Norwegian Aqua and the Independence of the Seas cruise ships will arrive, on Wednesday... Read more of this article
An improv comedy showdown featuring two rival teams will take the stage at BUEI this Friday [July 17] and Saturday [July 18] as the annual Comedy Cup Match raises funds for Family Centre and BUEI. A spokesperson said, “This weekend, fierce rivalry will be a laughing matter. Two teams will face off in the improv Comedy Cup Match, to be held at... Read more of this article
Bermudian Anthasia Campbell has reached the semi-finals of the Miss England pageant after competing in the East Midlands regional competition in Leicester at the weekend, and she also claimed the Top Fundraiser and Talent awards. The event featured an ethical fashion round and brought together contestants from Leicester, Derby, Nottingham and towns... Read more of this article
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda held their “How much would you pay to see me?” fundraiser at the City of Hamilton Summer Sunday City Funday event this weekend, bringing an afternoon of live entertainment, family activities, games, food and summer fun to Victoria Park. Speaking in advance of the event, a BBBS spokesperson said, “Local... Read more of this article
“A specialist team, supported by two dogs trained to detect the specific scent of rattlesnakes, will arrive in Bermuda this week to assist” with the search for the rattlesnake, the Government has advised A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is aware of a report received on 11 July regarding... 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
A Bermuda Police Service officer arrested on suspicion of dishonesty offences has been suspended with pay while the investigation continues. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that the officer recently arrested on suspicion of dishonesty offences has also been suspended from duty, with pay, under the Police Conduct Orders... 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 Ministry of Justice is warning the public about an unauthorised TikTok account impersonating Attorney-General Kim Wilkerson. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Justice is advising the public of an unauthorised TikTok account impersonating the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Senator the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, JP. “The account, named ‘Hon.... Read more of this article
[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service has advised that its regular telephone numbers, including 911, are currently not working and has provided temporary contact numbers for the public to use until further notice. Police Statement A police spokesperson said, “Currently, the regular police telephone numbers are not working, including 911. “Until further notice,... Read more of this article
Love was literally in the air as Ashton Easton arranged a custom drone light show to propose to Maxanne Caines, with 125 illuminated drones featuring a replica of the engagement ring, the couple’s initials displayed inside a heart and more. A spokesperson said, “On June 20, 2026, Bermuda’s skies played host to a truly unforgettable moment as Navigate... Read more of this article
[Updated] One person is believed to have sustained minor injuries following a collision on Harbour Road near Lower Ferry in Paget this morning [July 13], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle collision on Harbour Road near Lower Ferry, Paget, involving a car. “The driver is believed to have... 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
