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BELCO Update: Transmission Upgrade Project

BELCO’s provided an update on the Transmission Upgrade Project in the west end of the island. A spokesperson said, “Trenching to lay conduit that will house BELCO’s underground transmission cables resumed in February and has now reached the Railway Trail at Frank’s Bay. Works will continue along the Railway Trail until it reaches the area... Read more of this article

Video: March 21st Bernews Morning Newsflash

The Gina Swainson Way unveiling takes place, the Story Of Us Campaign launches, the Bermuda Arts Council awards new grants, Lamb Foggo will resume X-Ray services, WeSpeak hosts its largest ever teen boot camp, the Bermuda Triple Challenge takes place, and Sasha Fisher competes in the Pickleball Championships — these are some of the stories in this... Read more of this article

WeSpeak Hosts Largest Ever Teen Boot Camp

WeSpeak Bermuda hosted its largest-ever Teen Boot Camp, bringing students together for a full-day programme focused on confidence, communication, and leadership. A spokesperson said, “WeSpeak Bermuda successfully hosted its largest-ever Teen Boot Camp last week, bringing together students from across the island for a dynamic, full-day programme... Read more of this article

Police Appeal: Help Locate 13-Year-Old [Located]

[Updated] The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Taeoree Wolffe. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old, Bermudian National, Taeoree Wolffe. “Ms. Wolffe, is described as being slim built, brown complexioned with a short bobbed... Read more of this article

Lamb Foggo To Resume X-Ray Services

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has announced that x-ray services at the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre will resume tomorrow [March 21]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is pleased to announce that new- x-ray equipment has been installed at the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre in St David’s. “The installation was part of the... Read more of this article

Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business

[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [March 20] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Updates and Improvements to Government Camping Facilities, the Bermuda’s 2026 CARIFTA Delegation, the Revival of the CyberTips Programme, the Rental Support Services [Emergency Subsidy] Pilot Programme –... Read more of this article

Sasha Fisher On Pickleball Championships

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s national pickleball player-coach Sasha Fisher is balancing leadership duties with elite competition as the Caribbean Pickleball Championships gets under way at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium. The 39-year-old, a former Bermuda tennis player, is representing the host nation in the women’s 5.0 and mixed 5.0 divisions... Read more of this article

Investigation & Appeal For Witnesses Continues

“Since an appeal was first issued for the public to assist with the investigation into the murder of 26-year-old Kawaje Raynor, the response has been very encouraging,” the police said. Detective Chief Inspector, Derricka Burns, of the Serious Crime Unit, stated, “We have had significant involvement from members of the public, who have... Read more of this article

Senate Passes Ridesharing Legislation

The Senate of Bermuda has passed ridesharing legislation, “marking an important step in strengthening and modernising the island’s transport offering.” A Government spokesperson said, “The legislation is designed to support the existing taxi industry while addressing long-standing gaps in service, particularly during peak periods... Read more of this article

170 Attend Hospitality Industry Careers Fair

[Updated] The Ministry of Economy and Labour highlighted the success of the recent Hospitality Industry Careers Fair, held at the Princess Room at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A Government spokesperson said, “The event brought together job seekers and hospitality employers in a collaborative effort to strengthen Bermuda’s tourism... Read more of this article

HSBC Refreshes Springboard Mortgage Program

HSBC Bermuda has refreshed its Springboard Mortgage programme, enabling first-time homebuyers to enter the property market with as little as a 5% deposit and up to 95% financing. A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda has refreshed its Springboard Mortgage, a programme designed to help first-time homebuyers enter the property market with a deposit... Read more of this article

City, OBA & Minister On Municipalities Bill

The Corporation of Hamilton, OBA and Minister have all released statements following Senate’s decision to reject the Municipalities Bill. City’s Statement A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of Hamilton today welcomed the Senate’s decision to reject the Municipalities Bill, describing the outcome as an important affirmation of democratic... Read more of this article

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