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Video: March 10th Bernews Morning Newsflash

A motorcyclist was injured in a Pembroke collision, Premier David Burt attends the NearCon Tech Conference, Latisha Lister-Burgess is named Woman of the Year, the tourism sector welcomes transport enhancement ideas, Minister Jason Hayward outlines the fintech strategy for 2026–2028, the Green Family pledges $500,000 for the BHB Maternity Unit, Menuhin’s... Read more of this article

Stakeholders Welcome Transport Enhancements

“We support efforts that enhance overall transportation availability for residents, businesses and visitors alike, whilst maintaining the important role that taxis play within Bermuda’s transportation network,” the Bermuda Tourism Authority, Bermuda Hotel Association, Skyport and Bermuda Chamber of Commerce. A spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article

Green Family Pledge $500K For BHB Maternity Unit

The Green Family has pledged a total of $500,000 over the next five years to Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation [BHCF] in support of Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] and the hospital’s Maternity Unit and Special Care Baby Unit [SCBU]. A spokesperson said, “This multi-year commitment will directly enhance BHB’s Maternity Unit and Special Care... Read more of this article

Government Leases Farmland To 10 Farmers

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has “awarded agricultural land leases to ten Bermudian farmers, placing more than seven acres of previously underutilised Government-owned arable land into active food production.” Brian Robinson, Kenneth ‘Neil’ Paynter Jr, Minister Jaché Adams and John D. Gibbons “The leases... Read more of this article

Police Appeal: Help Locate 98-Year-Old [Found]

[Updated] The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s urgent assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman. “Mr. Brangman is described as brown complexioned, approximately 6 feet tall, of slim build,... Read more of this article

Public Consultation On CARICOM Membership

[Updated] “The Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, has launched a national public consultation on Bermuda’s potential advancement to Full Membership in the Caribbean Community [CARICOM]. A Government spokesperson said, “The consultation begins with the publication of the Green Paper titled ‘The Story of Us; Green Paper... Read more of this article

Minister On Uniformed Services Recruitment

“I rise today to provide this Honourable House with an update on the recruitment efforts currently underway across the uniformed services and departments that fall under the remit of the Ministry of National Security,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr.... Read more of this article

Premier Burt Attends NearCon Tech Conference

Premier David Burt attended the NearCon in San Francisco, where he discussed Bermuda’s approach to digital finance, artificial intelligence regulation, and new technology partnerships aimed at improving government services. A Government spokesperson said, “During a recent visit to San Francisco, the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, attended... Read more of this article

Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More

This past weekend saw the KPMG Round the Grounds Race, Middle & Senior School Art Exhibition, the Lindo’s To Lindo’s road race, and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Latisha Lister-Burgess Named Woman Of Year Minister Hayward On Fintech Strategy Appleby... Read more of this article

Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business

[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Monday [March 9] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Update on Recruitment Across the Uniformed Services and Departments of the Ministry of National Security and the Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027-Strategic Priority 1: Local and International Business Retention... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Lindo’s To Lindo’s Road Race

The annual Lindo’s to Lindo’s Road Race was held on Sunday [March 8] under the theme “Every Step Counts: Small Steps, Big Impact.” Lori Rockhead, Executive Director of the Bermuda Diabetes Association, previously said, “Lindo’s to Lindo’s is more than a road race; it’s an opportunity for our community to take action for their health... Read more of this article

Minister Lightbourne Joins US Virtual Trade Event

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne recently participated in the US Department of Commerce and US Department of Agriculture Virtual Trade Event: Market Opportunities for US Companies, convened in partnership with the US Consulate General Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “The engagement traces directly to Bermuda’s Cost of... Read more of this article

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