Author Archive: Bernews5

Appeal: Help Locate 74-Year-Old [Located]

[Updated] The police said they are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 74-year-old Eugene Hardtman. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 74-year-old Eugene Hardtman. “A Bermuda National, Mr. Hardtman is described as being 5’ 7” in height, slim build, light complexioned,... Read more of this article

Bahá’í National Convention & Riḍván Holy Days

This past weekend, April 25-27th, Bermuda’s Bahá’í community celebrated its 45th Annual National Convention, marking the establishment of its first National Spiritual Assembly in 1981. A spokesperson said, “With humble, prayerful hearts the 19 elected delegates fulfilled their sacred obligation of electing the incoming National Spiritual... Read more of this article

Za’Kayza Parsons Helps UMBC To Top 5 Finish

Bermudian athlete Za’Kayza Parsons was in action at the Penn Relays, representing the University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] in the college women’s 4×100 relays. In the college women’s 4×100 relay heats, the UMBC quartet of Parsons, Leanne McDonald, Genelle Stephens, and Anna Creed finished with the seventh-fastest... Read more of this article

LOM Financial Announce $0.08 Dividend

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, LOM Financial Limited announced a dividend. The full filing stated: “LOM Financial Limited, at a meeting of the Board of the Company held on 23 April 2025 announced: The Board of Directors have decided to pay a dividend of $0.08 per share on 14 May 2025 to the shareholders of record on 7 May 2025.”... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 28 2025

April 28 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,488.44, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 12 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 11 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article

Work Continues Towards Domestic Violence Court

“The establishment of the Domestic Violence Court is a landmark moment for our justice system,” said Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Sen Kim Wilkerson. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is preparing to take a watershed step in its commitment to protecting victims of domestic abuse with the... Read more of this article

Uniformed Services Careers Information Session

The Ministry of National Security is reminding the public that the final Public Information Session highlighting career opportunities in Bermuda’s five uniformed services will take place this Tuesday evening, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Francis Patton Primary School. A Government spokesperson said, “This is the third and final opportunity... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For April 28 2025

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 28] include fisheries notice. Fisheries Notice [Grunt Ground Closure] Notice 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Fisheries Notice Notice ID: GN0433/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Environment and Natural Resources Publication date: 28 April, 2025 Fisheries Act 1972 Notice... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Tuesday April 29

Tuesday, April 29 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will be at 6:34am and sunset will be at 7:58pm. High tide will be at 10:19am and 10:48pm, while low... Read more of this article

Temporary Fishing Ban In East End Area

“From 1 May to 30 June 2025, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment will enforce a temporary ban on fishing in a designated area off the north-east coast of Bermuda, near St. George’s,” the Ministry said. A spokesperson said, “This seasonal closure has been in place for several years and is part of an established effort... Read more of this article

X-Roads Peace Games Leaders In Bermuda

Bermuda’s X-Roads Peace Games, born from a local peace walk, blossomed into an international initiative this week. A spokesperson said, “Founded by Emir Saleem Talbot of the Bermuda Islamic Cultural Centre, the X-Roads Peace Games have blossomed from a modest peace walk announced in 2022 to commemorate the International Day for Human Fraternity... Read more of this article

Video: Minister Kim Wilson Press Conference

[Updated] Minister of Health Kim Wilson is holding a press conference this morning [April 28] to launch Vaccination Week. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 4.15pm: Minister Wilson’s remarks: Good morning. Today, I am proud to stand with Bermuda and our global partners as we celebrate the... Read more of this article