Category: News
Kiarrah Simons On St George’s Progress
[Written by Stephen Wright] Kiarrah Simons believes St George’s are making steady progress after delivering a series of promising performances in the Bermuda Netball Association Winter League. Simons, who has been with St George’s since they formed a new team three years ago, previously played for Dockies. She has witnessed firsthand the team’s... Read more of this article
Video: February 26 Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police confirm death of Lionel Thomas Jr., Cabinet Ministers Swearing-In Ceremony, Bermudian Darius Dio with Kamala Harris at awards, International Women’s Day celebration, CedarBridge Academy explores Heritage trail and Alliance Française des Bermudes offers French Scholarship are some of the stories in this morning’s [Feb 26] Bernews Newsflash. The... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Lionel Thomas Jr.
The police have confirmed the identity of the man that passed away following a road traffic collision on February 23 as Lionel Thomas Jr. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the identity of the victim in the fatal road traffic collision which occurred on St. David’s Road shortly before 1:30am on Sunday, February... Read more of this article
Courts Provide Update On Probate Division
The Judicial Department “has hired three individuals who have been tasked with assisting the Probate Division, and in particular addressing the backlog” and “a new filing system has been put in place, and a revised electronic tracking system has been created.” The full version of Circular No. 4 of 2025 follows below [PDF here]: Related... Read more of this article
RUBiS Warns Public Of Fake Gift Card Offer
RUBiS is warning the public about a “fraudulent social media advertisement falsely promoting a RUBiS gift card offer.” A spokesperson said, “RUBiS Energy Bermuda Ltd. is alerting Bermuda residents about a fraudulent social media advertisement falsely promoting a RUBiS gift card offer. “This scam ad, circulating on Facebook, attempts... Read more of this article
Video: Cabinet Ministers Swearing-In Ceremony
[Updating] A Swearing-In Ceremony is being held this morning [Feb 25], with new Cabinet Ministers expected to be sworn-in. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 12.05pm: Ceremony still underway…as far as the Senate: Crystal Caesar and Lauren Bell were newly appointed, and Kim Wilkerson, Lindsay... Read more of this article
Bermudian With Kamala Harris At Awards
Bermudian model Darius Dio recently shared a moment in the spotlight with Kamala Harris at the NAACP Image Awards, escorting the former Vice President onstage. “Still processing the fact that I got to be part of the NAACP Image Awards,” Mr Dio posted on social media. “Sharing a stage with so many icons was unreal. The moment that... Read more of this article
Photos: CedarBridge Explores Heritage Trail
CedarBridge Academy recently partnered with Titan Tours and the Bermuda National Trust, in a collaborative initiative with CURB, and sponsorship provided by Clarien Bank to facilitate the African Diaspora Heritage trail tour during Black History month, and visited various historical sites of enslavement, sharing insightful stories of resistance and... Read more of this article
Alliance Française Offers French Scholarship
The Alliance Française des Bermudes is offering five students a fully funded three-week French immersion experience in Cannes, with applications open until February 28. A spokesperson said, “The Alliance Française des Bermudes offers five students aged 14-17 the chance to fully immerse themselves in French language and culture during an unforgettable... Read more of this article
International Women’s Day Celebration
The International Women’s Day Committee and the Women’s Resource Centre will host their annual International Women’s Day Celebration on March 7th at the Pier 6 Complex. A spokesperson said, “This inspiring morning event, themed “Accelerate Action”, will bring together women from diverse backgrounds to share their insights, expertise,... Read more of this article
Help Locate 16-Year-Old & 15-Year-Old [Located]
[Updated] The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Keith Richardson Jr and 15-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,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Thinking Day Service
Girl Guiding Bermuda held their annual Thinking Day Service this weekend. Thinking Day is the day closest to the birthday of Lord Baden-Powell who was the originator of the now worldwide Scouting movement. Guiding started after Lord Baden-Powell’s wife Olave Baden-Powell, initiated a similar movement aimed at girls. Related Stories Photos... Read more of this article
