Author Archive: Bernews1

Two People Injured In Car Collision

Two people have been transported to hospital following a collision on Somerset Road today [April 26]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, 26th April 2025, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Somerset Road in Sandys Parish, just outside of the Willowbank Resort. “Early... Read more of this article

Photos: People Enjoying Agricultural Exhibition

The vibrant energy of the annual Agricultural Exhibition filled the Botanical Gardens, drawing enthusiastic crowds eager to celebrate Bermuda’s agricultural heritage and community spirit. The three-day event offers a colorful tapestry of prize-winning livestock, meticulously cultivated produce, live entertainment and creative displays of local... Read more of this article

Photos: Exhibits At 2025 Agricultural Exhibition

The annual Agricultural Exhibition was held at the Botanical Gardens, showcasing a diverse array of homegrown and handcrafted entries, as residents of all ages display their skills in agriculture, horticulture, and the arts. You can view all Bernews coverage of this year and past years Agricultural Exhibitions by clicking here, and also view photo... Read more of this article

Police: “Kite Poses A Threat To Air Traffic”

[Updated] The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating the person flying a kite in the St David’s/Clearwater area, as the “kite poses a threat to air traffic as it is being flown in the no fly zone surrounding” the airport. At approximately 5:30 p.m. this evening police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police... Read more of this article

Proposed Development At Shelly Bay Plaza

Plans have been submitted for a proposed development at the Shelly Bay Plaza on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish. Part of the documents submitted stated, “The proposed development includes an extension of 13,225 sq. ft. along the north façade, a new 211 sq. ft. electrical room on the east side, and two new containerized refrigeration rack... Read more of this article

BPS: Michael Miranda Has Been Located

The police confirmed the welcome news that Michael Miranda “has been located safe and well.” This follows after the police had issued multiple appeals to help locate the 57-year-old, and held a press conference yesterday. In a statement this morning [April 11], a police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police can report that Mr. Michael... Read more of this article

Police Appeal: Help Locate 16-Year-Old [Located]

[Updated] The police said they are seeking public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Nai’Che Smith. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old, Bermudian National, Nai’Che Smith. “Mr. Smith is described as being 5’ 9” in height, of slim build, brown complexioned,... Read more of this article

Advisory: Online Scam/Fake Video Circulating

The government has issued another advisory about an online scam, this time in reference to a video post circulating on Facebook purporting to be a statement from the Premier, with the government noting that it is a “fake AI-generated scam.” The Cabinet Office advised this evening that a “recent video post circulating on Facebook... Read more of this article

Costa Rica U17 Defeat Bermuda U17

The Bermuda Under-17 women’s national football team were defeated 9-1 by Costa Rica Under-17 women in the final round of the Concacaf Under-17 Women’s Qualifier in Toluca today [April 5]. Janiya Sealey scored a superb free kick for Bermuda to give them the lead in the fourth minute. Bermuda finished fourth in group A, having also lost to Mexico... Read more of this article

Government Statement On New USA Tariffs

The 10% tariff listed for Bermuda by the Trump administration “is not expected to have any significant direct impact on Bermuda, as the island exports very few goods” the government said today, however they added that while the USA’s new tariff regime “may not have a significant direct impact, its impact on other jurisdictions... Read more of this article

Police Constable Dismissed For Misconduct

A Police Constable was dismissed today after a disciplinary panel ”determined that the officer’s actions amounted to Gross Misconduct,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can confirm that a Police Constable has been dismissed today, following a disciplinary panel hearing. “The... Read more of this article

Male Injured In Assault In Hamilton Parish

A male was “injured when he was attacked by a group of individuals wearing face masks and helmets with dark tinted visors” in Hamilton Parish this evening [March 16], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:15 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, 2025, police received reports of a disturbance at the Hamilton Parish Workmen’s... Read more of this article