Category: News
Minister On Prioritizing Student Mental Health
“I want to remind parents, guardians, teachers, and students that nurturing good mental health in our youth is the foundation for true success,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Good morning, Madam Acting Speaker, Today I rise to acknowledge the beginning of a new... Read more of this article
Diversions On Harbour Road Due To Collision
[Updated] A two vehicle collision on Harbour Road in Paget has blocked the roadway, with traffic currently being diverted. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a two vehicle, damage only, road traffic collision involving a light truck and a motorcycle on Harbour Road, near the Junction with Highwood Lane, Paget. “As a result, the... Read more of this article
Appleby Expands Bermuda Team
Appleby has strengthened its Bermuda office with three new lawyers, adding Mike Goulborn and Matthew Hollis-Smith to its Dispute Resolution team, and Avechi Chimara to its Corporate practice. A spokesperson said, “Leading offshore law firm Appleby expands its Bermuda office with three new lawyers joining its top-ranked practices. Senior Associate Mike... Read more of this article
Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session today [Sept 12], and statements scheduled to be delivered include Strong Leadership to Address Community Violence: The Work of the Governor’s Council, Public Service Superannuation [PSSF Stabilization] Amendment Act 2025, Morgan’s Point Development Company Update, and The 100-Day Accelerated... Read more of this article
BZS Releases 2025 Micro Forest Report
The Bermuda Zoological Society has released its 2025 Micro Forest Project Impact Report, highlighting some of the impact of the project. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] proudly enters the fifth year of its pioneering Micro Forest Project – a community-driven initiative that is transforming underutilised and invasive-dominated... Read more of this article
Saltus Remembers 9/11 Victims
Saltus Grammar School held a solemn ceremony to honour alumni Boyd Gatton and Robert D. Higley II, along with Bermudian Rhondelle Tankard, who lost their lives in the September 11th attacks. A spokesperson said, “At Saltus, we gathered with solemn hearts to honour the memory of two Saltus alumni, Boyd Gatton, Class of 1980, and Robert D. Higley... Read more of this article
2025 Knowledge Quest Scholarship Recipients
Knowledge Quest announced the recipients of the 2025 Knowledge Quest Scholarships, with the “16 exceptional students representing a diverse array of academic disciplines, including medicine, arts and sciences, business and technology.” A spokesperson said, “Knowledge Quest is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2025 Knowledge Quest... Read more of this article
TABS Brand Wins Two Awards In Cayman
TABS Cayman — founded in Bermuda by Rebecca Singleton — is celebrating gold wins for Best Boutique and Best Men’s Store in the 2025 Best of Cayman Islands awards. A spokesperson said, “TABS Cayman, the island lifestyle brand born in Bermuda by Rebecca Singleton, is celebrating a remarkable milestone after being awarded gold for Best... Read more of this article
Government Celebrates 100-Day Programme
The Government of Bermuda is marking the completion of its first Government 100-day Accelerator Programme, “celebrating progress in modernising services and making them more user-friendly.” A Government spokesperson said, “The programme was launched in April in partnership with the Government of the United Arab Emirates [UAE] through... Read more of this article
Video: Sept 12th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Parliament in session today, Saltus remembers 9/11 victims, the Government marks National Recovery Month, Island Health welcomes Dr. Cassandra Pitcher, a delegation attends the Universal Postal Congress, OBA’s Ben Smith raises concerns over education, Bermuda Is Love launches the #LessIsMore campaign, Graduate Apprenticeship Applications open, Appleby... Read more of this article
Police Renew Witness Appeal For Fatal Collision
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is renewing its appeal for information about the road traffic collision that resulted in the death of Josh Frias. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is once again appealing to the public for information on the road traffic collision which claimed the life of Josh Frias. “Mr. Frias, succumbed... Read more of this article
Government Marks National Recovery Month
The Ministry of National Security, through the Department of National Drug Control [DNDC], joins communities around the world in observing September as National Recovery Month. A Government spokesperson said, “This year’s theme, ‘Recovery is REAL – Restoring Every Aspect of Life,’ highlights that recovery is not only possible but is a process... Read more of this article
