“The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] marked Purple Thursday on October 15th by convening ‘Beyond the Crisis: Examining the Systemic Barriers Facing Women Experiencing Abuse,’a stakeholder discussion “focused on the realities of domestic abuse in Bermuda, the systemic barriers facing survivors, and opportunities to strengthen... Read more of this article
The Department of Marine and Ports Services advised that the “Orange Ferry Route has been temporarily suspended due to deteriorating weather and sea conditions in the East End.” A Government spokesperson said, “This suspension has been implemented in the interest of passenger and crew safety. Ferry services will remain suspended until... Read more of this article
Bermuda College has secured full reaccreditation with no conditions from the New England Commission of Higher Education. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College is celebrating after securing full reaccreditation – with no conditions – following a comprehensive independent review. “The decision from the New England Commission of... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Hospitals Board’s [BHB] Blood Donor Centre is asking people to donate blood, saying that “at this time, O positive and A positive blood types are required.” A spokesperson said, “Donors and potential donors are asked to call 236-5067 to make an appointment. If you are unsure about your blood type but are willing to donate,... Read more of this article
The stage is set at Port Royal Golf Course for the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, with some of the world’s top golfers heading to Bermuda to compete from October 22 to 25. The Southampton venue will once again host the PGA Tour event, bringing four days of professional golf to Bermuda as part of the FedExCup Fall schedule. Among those... Read more of this article
This past weekend was marred with tragedy as 30-year-old man died following a collision. The weekend also saw the conclusion of the Sailing Gold Cup, the opening ceremony for the Bermuda Netball League and various other sports and community events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: 30-Year-Old Man Dies Following... Read more of this article
[Column written by Nadia Arandjelovic] Have a Dream But No Idea Where to Start? Sometimes the hardest part of having a dream is not the dreaming. It’s figuring out what to do with it. I think many women reach a point in life where they know they want something different. Maybe it’s a business they’ve been thinking about for years. A career change.... Read more of this article
The Bermuda National Trust has praised the “approach taken for The Loren’s proposed major development at Elbow Beach” saying “the proactive work by The Loren provides a positive example of responsible archaeological management.” The September edition of Bermuda National Trust newsletter said, “Heritage matters! And throughout... Read more of this article
Bacardi has opened applications for the fifth cohort of its free Shake Your Future bartender training programme, offering Bermudians the chance to train in London and receive pre- and post-training support in Bermuda, A spokesperson said, “Family-owned Bacardi has announced the launch of Cohort 5 of Shake Your Future, its free professional bartender... Read more of this article
Police are appealing for witnesses following a shooting in Pembroke that injured a 17-year-old male. A police spokesperson said, “Detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting that occurred around 10:45pm Wednesday, 14th October 2026, on Curving Avenue, in Pembroke. “At last check, the 17-year-old male who was shot and injured, remained... Read more of this article
The police have confirmed that a 30-year-old man has died following a collision in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Sadly, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm Bermuda’s 15th road fatality of 2026. A 30-year-old male motorcyclist was seriously hurt after a collision involving two other motorcyclists around 4am Saturday, 17th... Read more of this article
News that Jean Vickers was honoured as the first Bermudian woman to join the police service, Aon donated $15,000 to support school breakfasts, and Bermuda’s martial artists won medals in Argentina were among the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Bermuda was named the number one island in the Caribbean and Atlantic... Read more of this article
This year’s Taste of Bermuda events attracted 1,061 ticket sales for the events, which showcased the Island’s culinary talent through exclusive chef-led dinners, immersive dining experiences and creative food and entertainment events. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is celebrating another year of food, flavour and culinary creativity... Read more of this article
West End Primary School hosted a successful Parent Choice Night on Thursday [Oct 15] under the theme “Raising Strong, Resilient and Connected Young People.” A spokesperson said, “The event brought together parents and community guest speakers for an evening of meaningful discussions, practical strategies, and valuable resources to support... Read more of this article
Artistry and cuisine blended together as the ‘Tabletop Theatre’ event served up a celebration of Bermuda, blending the island’s flavours, landscapes and changing seasons with immersive visual storytelling and a multi-course menu. Speaking in advance of the event, the City of Hamilton described it by saying, “This extraordinary immersive... Read more of this article
The stage is set at Port Royal Golf Course for the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, with some of the world’s top golfers heading to Bermuda to compete from October 22 to 25. The Southampton venue will once again host the PGA Tour event, bringing four days of professional golf to Bermuda as part of the FedExCup Fall schedule. Among those... Read more of this article
Take a look back at the 2026 Gombey Festival Showcase with our 20-minute 4K video below, featuring performances from the event held on October 3rd at the Botanical Gardens. The showcase brought together Bermuda’s Gombey troupes for an evening celebrating the island’s culture and heritage through drumming, dancing and colourful regalia. For more... Read more of this article
[Updated] Minister of National Security Senator Ryan Robinson Perinchief and Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons are holding a joint press conference this afternoon [Oct 15] in response to recent shooting incidents. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. There have been multiple firearm incidents since... Read more of this article
Sailors competing in the 2026 Bermuda Gold Cup visited Government House, where Governor Andrew Murdoch hosted members of the event’s ‘Final Four’ teams, with Minister of Tourism and Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell also in attendance. The World Match Racing Tour shared photographs from the visit online, saying, “A great pleasure... Read more of this article
Bermudian swimmer Thomas Cechini finished second in the men’s 200-yard freestyle as Loyola University Maryland defeated Lafayette College 219–81 in Easton, Pennsylvania. The sophomore from Devonshire recorded a time of 1:43.41 in the event during the dual meet at Lafayette’s Weinstein Natatorium. Cechini also swam the opening leg for Loyola’s... Read more of this article
Bermudian sailor Christian Ebbin helped Tulane University finish third among 18 teams at the Captain Hurst Trophy in New Hampshire. The Dartmouth-hosted regatta was scheduled for October 17 and 18, with ten races completed in each division on the opening day and no racing held on the second day. Tulane finished with 134 points, behind Stanford University... Read more of this article
Appleby has welcomed Harshil Patel as an Associate in its Bermuda Corporate department, bringing experience in banking, finance and cross-border transactions. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is pleased to welcome Harshil Patel as Associate in the Corporate department, bringing valuable experience across a broad range of banking and finance matters. “Harshil... Read more of this article
Rosewood Bermuda has announced new facial treatments, wellness experiences and skincare products at Sense, A Rosewood Spa, through a collaboration with skincare brand 111SKIN. A spokesperson said, “Rosewood Bermuda announces the evolution of its wellness offering at Sense, a Rosewood Spa, with the introduction of a new collection of personalized facial... Read more of this article
Pink Sand Consultants Ltd has launched pre-orders for its first-ever 2027 Bermuda Scenic Calendar, featuring island photography and public holidays for Bermuda, the United Kingdom and the United States. A spokesperson said, “Pink Sand Consultants Ltd is proud to announce the launch of its first-ever Bermuda Scenic Calendar, now available for pre-order... Read more of this article
Rosewood Bermuda has announced new facial treatments, wellness experiences and skincare products at Sense, A Rosewood Spa, through a collaboration with skincare brand 111SKIN. A spokesperson said, “Rosewood Bermuda announces the evolution of its wellness offering at Sense, a Rosewood Spa, with the introduction of a new collection of personalized facial... Read more of this article
Seven films were recognised for excellence in filmmaking and cultural storytelling at the inaugural Bermuda Black Film Weekend event. A spokesperson said, “History was made at the inaugural Bermuda Black Film Weekend: Founders Edition, as seven outstanding films were recognised for excellence in filmmaking, cultural storytelling, creativity and... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society will bring festive laughter and traditional pantomime back to the Daylesford Theatre with Jon Monie’s Absolute Pantomonium, running from December 3 to 12. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society is delighted to bring traditional pantomime back to the Daylesford Theatre with Jon... Read more of this article
The Bermuda National Trust has praised the “approach taken for The Loren’s proposed major development at Elbow Beach” saying “the proactive work by The Loren provides a positive example of responsible archaeological management.” The September edition of Bermuda National Trust newsletter said, “Heritage matters! And throughout... Read more of this article
[Column written by Patrice Horner] “Elevate the ambition to save the oceans” emphasized Ambassador Peter Thomson, United Nations Special Envoy for the Oceans. The think tanks around the world need to collaborate on the Sustainable Development Goal for Life Below Water [SDG14] ahead of the UN General Assembly [UNGA] next September 2027. The 4th Ocean... Read more of this article
[Column written by Patrice Horner] “We are generating 430 ppm [parts per million] of GHG [Greenhouse Gases], reaching a tipping point. Carbon capture is unavoidable.” Klaus Lacker PhD Emeritus at Arizona State University [ASU], pioneered carbon capture, carbon management, and true pricing. The focus must be on carbon reduction. It’s permanent... Read more of this article
Police are appealing for witnesses following a shooting in Pembroke that injured a 17-year-old male. A police spokesperson said, “Detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting that occurred around 10:45pm Wednesday, 14th October 2026, on Curving Avenue, in Pembroke. “At last check, the 17-year-old male who was shot and injured, remained... Read more of this article
[Updated] The police have confirmed the death of 39-year-old Lindley Scott, who died following an altercation at Southampton Rangers, and said that a murder investigation is now underway, with a 32-year-old man arrested in connection with Mr. Scott’s death. Commissioner of Police, Darrin Simons said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm... Read more of this article
Police said early indications suggest that the incident which left a 42-year-old motorcyclist in critical condition after he was struck by a pellet while an “approved contractor was culling feral chickens nearby with an air rifle” was a “tragic accident.” Speaking at Thursday’s press conference [Oct 15], Commissioner of Police Darrin... Read more of this article
Organisations are doubling down on their cyber investment amid rapid advances in AI, with more than four-fifths [84%] of security and finance leaders expecting cyber budgets to increase – up from 78% last year – according to PwC’s 2027 Global Digital Trust Insights Survey. A spokesperson said, “The survey, which captured the views of almost 4,000 business and tech... Read more of this article
The latest ACCA survey found that 61% of professional accountants consider the use of artificial intelligence their leading ethical challenge, up from 32% in 2024, as the profession navigates increasingly complex ethical issues. A spokesperson said, “Ahead of Global Ethics Day on 21 October, the latest survey by ACCA [the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants]... Read more of this article
The Cybersecurity Executives of Bermuda [CEB] and the ISACA Bermuda Chapter will host CYBERmuda 2026, the Bermuda Cybersecurity Conference, at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 5th at Paradise Mobile, Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “The conference brings together senior technology and security executives from across insurance and reinsurance, banking and financial services,... Read more of this article
The police have confirmed that a 30-year-old man has died following a collision in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Sadly, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm Bermuda’s 15th road fatality of 2026. A 30-year-old male motorcyclist was seriously hurt after a collision involving two other motorcyclists around 4am Saturday, 17th... Read more of this article
[Updated] Three motorcyclists were injured, at least one very seriously, in an early-morning collision on Somerset Road. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4am Saturday, 17th October 2026, a reported three vehicle collision occurred on Somerset Road in Sandys parish, near Bridge Lane. “Details are limited at this time. However, initial... Read more of this article
Police said early indications suggest that the incident which left a 42-year-old motorcyclist in critical condition after he was struck by a pellet while an “approved contractor was culling feral chickens nearby with an air rifle” was a “tragic accident.” Speaking at Thursday’s press conference [Oct 15], Commissioner of Police Darrin... Read more of this article
