Author Archive: Bernews5
911 And Police Phone Lines Fixed After Outage
[Updated] Due to “technical difficulties,” all police telephone lines — including 911 — are currently down this morning [Aug 21]. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] advises the public that, due to technical difficulties, all police telephone lines are currently down, including: 911 [Emergency... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 20 2025
August 20 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,978.63, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 19 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 18 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For August 20 2025
The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 20] include notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. List of Planning Applications Advertised on August 20, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0806/2025 Public Authorities... Read more of this article
Two Vehicle Collision In Pembroke
A collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred near the junction with Grace Lane, Pembroke today [August 20]. A police spokesperson said, “Police are currently on the scene of a road traffic collision involving a car and a motorcycle near the junction with Grace Lane, Pembroke. At this time, injuries are not believed to be serious. “Traffic... Read more of this article
Hurricane Erin: BWS Issue ‘Tropical Storm Watch’
The Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] has issued a Tropical Storm Watch, and noted that Hurricane Erin is “a potential threat to Bermuda” with its nearest forecasted point to the island being 320 nm to the north-west at 10pm on Thursday [August 21] with the BWS noting that “this forecast is subject to change with the next update.” Graphic... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Sandys Dock Summer Party
The Sandys Dock Community Summer Party was held this weekend, treating families to food and fun at the newly renovated dock in Devonshire. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is pleased to announce the completion of renovation works at the bottom of Dock Hill, commonly referred to by residents as... Read more of this article
CPA 2nd Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway
CPA Bermuda will host its second annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway on Saturday [August 23] at the Cabinet House Lawn, providing 500 backpacks filled with school supplies to local students. A spokesperson said, “CPA Bermuda is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated Back-to-School Drive, taking place on Saturday, August 23,... Read more of this article
Charles Zuill Exhibition & Book Launch
Masterworks Museum will present ‘Charles Zuill: Portals to Another Dimension’ a solo exhibition and accompanying book launch, opening on September 12th. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, September 12, 2025, Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art will proudly present a landmark solo exhibition by one of Bermuda’s most visionary and influential... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 19 2025
August 19 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,978.63, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 19 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 18 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For August 19 2025
The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 19] include acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Director Department Of National Drug Control Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0805/2025 Public Authorities / Department: National Drug Control Publication date: 19 August, 2025 Government... Read more of this article
BTA Releases Q2 2025 Visitor Statistics
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today released visitor statistics for the second quarter of 2025, providing a mid-year snapshot of performance across accommodations, air, and maritime measures. Leisure Air Arrivals & Spending A spokesperson said, “At the halfway point of the year, leisure air arrivals recorded growth of nearly 3% year-on-year,... Read more of this article
BHA Presents $25,000 In Scholarships
The Bermuda Hotel Association awarded four scholarships totaling $25,000 to Mya Furbert-Jacobs, Jessica Bucher, Alexis Pascall, and Rahkeem Wilson. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Hotel Association [BHA] is pleased to announce that it recently presented four awards totaling $25,000 to the following individuals as part of the Annual Adrian Hassell... Read more of this article
