Category: News
Voting Opens For City Christmas Window Contest
The City of Hamilton has announced that public voting for the 2025 City Christmas Window Decorating Contest will begin on Friday [Dec 5] at 9.00am. A spokesperson said, ““Seventeen City businesses have embraced the festive spirit this year, transforming their storefronts with creative and eye-catching Christmas displays. The competition features... Read more of this article
Bermuda Principles 30th Anniversary Conference
The Bermuda Principles Foundation has announced that its 30th Anniversary Conference, themed “Future-Proofing Global Collaboration in Genomics,” will be held February 25–28, 2026, at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Principles Foundation, the only non-profit organisation founded on the legacy... Read more of this article
Parliament: Order Of Business For Dec 5th
The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Dec 5] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include Joint Ministerial Council 2025, Delivering On Our Commitments – Investing To Meet Bermuda’s Needs, Update On Government Housing Initiatives, Bermuda Housing Corporation Private Sector Refurbishment Program Update, New Customs X-Ray Building,... Read more of this article
Bermuda Arts Centre’s Opens Shop In Hamilton
The Bermuda Arts Centre has opened its annual Christmas Pop Up Shop in The Old Cellar Lane in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Centre has extended its reach from West to Central with the opening of its annual Christmas Pop Up Shop in the heart of Hamilton. This year’s shop is located in The Old Cellar Lane, between the Walker Arcade... Read more of this article
Global Entrepreneurship Week Concludes
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] wrapped up a week-long Global Entrepreneurship Week 2025, bringing together local entrepreneurs, creatives, and community members for learning, networking, and celebration under the theme “Together We Build.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] wrapped... Read more of this article
BTA Transition New York Team To Remote Work
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], today announced that it “will transition its New York–based team to a remote operating model as part of a broader strategic initiative to enhance organisational resilience and operational flexibility.” A spokesperson said, “The transition, which will occur through a phased approach between December... Read more of this article
Bermuda Drug Information Network Meeting
Bermuda’s islandwide response to substance misuse took centre stage last week as the Minister of National Security Michael Weeks opened the 2025 Annual Meeting of the Bermuda Drug Information Network [BerDIN]. A Government spokesperson said, “Hosted by the Department for National Drug Control [DNDC] on November 28 at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration... Read more of this article
English Market Joins Affordable Basket Initiative
The Ministry of Home Affairs welcomed The English Market as the fourth official retail partner in the Affordable Bermuda Basket initiative. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to welcome The English Market as the fourth official retail partner in the Affordable Bermuda Basket, joining The Lindo’s Group, The... Read more of this article
Video: Dec 4th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Premier David Burt hosts a networking dinner in the UK, police investigate gunshots in Pembroke, the City honours George Ogden with a memorial plaque, the BNT Christmas Walkabout is set for December 5, Assistant Commissioners Gladwin Simons and Darynda Caisey-Brown are promoted, and the Seabourn Encore makes its inaugural visit — these are some of... Read more of this article
Update On Restricted & Closed Job Categories
The Ministry of Economy and Labour issued an update on Restricted and Closed job categories. A Government spokesperson said, “Effective December 1st, 2025, the Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that the moratorium on new work permits issued for the following Closed job categories is extended for three months, ending February 28th,... Read more of this article
Simons And Caisey-Brown Promoted
The Department of Corrections recently celebrated the promotions of Assistant Commissioners Gladwin Simons and Darynda Caisey-Brown during a ceremony attended by colleagues, family, and Government officials. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Corrections has formally recognised the promotion of two senior officers during a ceremony... Read more of this article
Premier Burt Hosts Networking Dinner In UK
Premier David Burt concluded his London visit by hosting a networking dinner for Bermudian students and recent graduates in the UK. A Government spokesperson said, “As the Premier, the Hon E. David Burt, JP, MP, concluded his engagements in London, he hosted a networking dinner on Friday, 28 November, for Bermudian Students and Recent Graduates in... Read more of this article
