Category: News
New Regulations For Bank Overdraft & Limit Fees
Premier David Burt tabled regulations which he said “represent an important step in ensuring that Bermuda’s financial services framework provides fair treatment for consumers.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 26], the Premier said, “Earlier today I tabled the regulations entitled the Banks and Deposit Companies [Over-the-Limit... Read more of this article
Photos: Sandys Parish Council Networking Event
Sandys Parish Council hosted a networking event for local entrepreneurs and businesses last night at the Cambridge Beaches resort. “We’re excited to create a space where business owners in Sandys can come together, connect, and be celebrated,” said Dawn Simmons, Chair of the Sandys Parish Council. “This event is about strengthening ties within... Read more of this article
Montarsolo & Gibson Earn UWC Placements
The Bermuda National Committee for the United World Colleges announced that Juliana Montarsolo and Nadia Gibson have been awarded placements at UWC Costa Rica and UWC Maastricht. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Committee for the United World Colleges [“UWC”] is pleased to announce that Juliana Montarsolo and Nadia Gibson have been... Read more of this article
Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Sept 26] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Banks and Deposit Companies [Over-the-Limit Fees and Unauthorized Overdraft Fees] Regulations, The Successful Launch of Shorelink Phase II Real-Time Information, Workforce Development Updates, Work Permit Policy,... Read more of this article
BWS: Hurricane Humberto Is A ‘Potential Threat’
Hurricane Humberto is “a potential threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its nearest forecasted point to Bermuda currently predicted to be 359 nm to the south at 6am on Monday [Sept 29] with the BWS noting that “this forecast is subject to change with the next update.” Graphic courtesy of the BWS: The latest forecast from... Read more of this article
13 Students Graduate From YLA Programme
Thirteen students from Family Centre’s Youth Leadership Academy graduated as the programme’s 9th cohort, completing a four-year journey that began in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “In an inspiring and emotional ceremony hosted at Family Centre’s Sunshine League House location, 13 students from Family Centre’s... Read more of this article
One Person Injured In Two Vehicle Collision
A collision involving at least two motorcycles in Devonshire left one male unconscious. A police spokesperson said, “At 6:38 p.m. on Thursday, 25th September 2025, police and first responders were dispatched to a private residence in Devonshire, following reports that a young male had been involved in a road traffic collision moments earlier in... Read more of this article
Video: Sept 26th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police and family issue appeal to locate 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson, the BWS warns that Hurricane Humberto is a potential threat, a town hall on gun and gang violence is scheduled for Sept 29, Bermuda is Love hosts a free clothing giveaway, the Health Department launches its Messages of Hope campaign, Lumina Festival kicks off with a welcome reception,... Read more of this article
Photos: Lumina Festival Reception
The Lumina Festival hosted a Welcome Reception on Wednesday [Sept 24] where guests enjoyed an evening of networking and conversation. The event, which will take place tomorrow, is “aimed at tackling growing wealth disparities across the island and providing those at various stages in their financial journey with a plan and a renewed purpose—whether... Read more of this article
Health Department Launches Messages Of Hope
The Department of Health has launched its Messages of Hope digital campaign to mark Mental Health Awareness day on 10 October. A Government spokesperson said, “Running from 25 September to 19 October 2025, the campaign invites the public, schools, businesses, and community groups to create and share uplifting messages or advice- either illustrations,... Read more of this article
Town Hall On Gun & Gang Violence On Sept 29
Governor Andrew Murdoch, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons will host a town hall meeting on gun and gang violence on Monday evening [Sept 29] at St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Hamilton. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, in partnership with Government House and the Ministry of National... Read more of this article
Video: Police & Family Hold Press Conference
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 25] in regards to 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson — who has been reported missing — and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below: Related Stories BPS... Read more of this article
