[Written by Don Burgess] The winter chill was no match for the heat of community spirit this morning as a courageous crowd gathered at the Francis Patton dock for the annual Longtail Plunge. With the ocean’s waters offering a bracing wake-up call,- the Bermuda Weather Service forecast had it at 67.1 degrees – students, parents, and dedicated... Read more of this article
Residents invited to the final Electoral Town Hall, CURB unveils Equity Empowerment recipients, the Government celebrates Long Service Awards, the Arts Centre hosts “Winter Blues,” the BNG launches a Muppets & Fraggles fundraiser, HSBC backs an AES financial literacy course, Mirrors launches its “Finding Funds for College” webinar series,... Read more of this article
[Updating] The Bermuda Under-17 women’s national football team is set to play against Bonaire this evening [Jan 26] as part of the 2026 Concacaf Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers, with kick off set to take place at 7.00pm at the Dame Flora Duffy National Sports Centre. With international football there tends to be rules regarding video, so we will provide... Read more of this article
The Government recently honoured 389 public officers for their years of dedicated service at the Long Service Awards Ceremony. A Government spokesperson said, “On January 16, the Government of Bermuda was delighted to recognize 389 public officers for their years of dedicated service at the Long Service Awards Ceremony held at the Hamilton Princess. “Honourees... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Education Network [BEN] recently held its 2025 Outstanding Teaching Awards to honour exceptional public school educators. A spokesperson said, “The annual event brought together educators, families, community leaders, and partners to celebrate excellence in teaching and the vital role educators play in shaping the future. “This year’s... Read more of this article
The Department of Land Valuation has begun preparations for Bermuda’s new 2026 Valuation List, requiring all property owners across the island to submit updated property details by 28 February 2026. A Government spokesperson said, “Under the Land Valuation and Tax Act 1967, this process ensures rental values are kept accurate and up to date for... Read more of this article
CURB announced that Taj Donville-Outerbridge, Halle Teart, Ari Kamara, and Kaelyn Fleming are the recipients of the Equity Empowerment Grant. A spokesperson said, “The Equity Empowerment Grant is a restorative initiative managed by CURB, established at the request of donors Dr. Alexa Virdi and Dr. Rosemary Hall, who have reflected deeply on systemic... Read more of this article
HSBC Bermuda is providing $47,000 in financial support to assist the Adult Education School’s financial literacy course. A spokesperson said, “Today, HSBC Bermuda [HSBC] announces its charitable partnership with the Adult Education School [AES] as the school approaches the launch of its financial literacy course. “HSBC is providing... Read more of this article
The Bermuda National Gallery is extending its popular ‘The Art of Michael K. Frith’ exhibition through August, featuring Muppet and Fraggle Rock puppets, with a fundraising campaign to support the extension. A spokesperson said, “Close to 6,000 visitors have been to the Bermuda National Gallery to meet the Muppets since The Art of... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright] A Bermudian filmmaker is raising funds to produce an Afro-futuristic animated short film inspired by his childhood on the island. Alex-André Bassett began developing The Kazi: Village Rescue about ten years ago, shortly before leaving Bermuda to move to Vancouver, Canada. Since then, he has collaborated with animators and... Read more of this article
The final Electoral Reform Town Hall will be held on Tuesday evening [Jan 27] at the West End Sailboat Club. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP, is encouraging members of the public to take part in the final Electoral Reform Town Hall to be held on Tuesday,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Arts Centre hosted its “Winter Blues” exhibition this weekend, showcasing blue-themed artwork by local creative members along with live painting and artist meet-and-greets. A spokesperson previously said, “We have chosen the theme Winter Blues not only because of the season, but because blue itself is such a magical and expressive... Read more of this article
The Mirrors Programme announced the “Finding Funds for College” Webinar Series 2026, a comprehensive initiative designed to help parents, guardians, and college-bound students navigate the financial landscape of higher education. A Government spokesperson said, “This informative series will be held every Tuesday throughout the month of February... Read more of this article
This past weekend saw the Bermuda Under-17 women’s national football team record an impressive victory against Suriname, the Butterfield & Vallis road races and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Education Minister On Transformation Steps Motorists Engaging In... Read more of this article
“I want to make it abundantly clear that no decisions have been made regarding the critical next steps in Education Transformation,” Minister of Education Crystal Caesar said. Minister Caesar said: “In December 2025, at my request, the Principals of Middle and Parish Primary Schools came together for a think‑tank session to review enrolment... Read more of this article
The Ministry is “deeply concerned by reports of motorists engaging in verbally abusive and, in some cases, physically confrontational behaviour toward construction workers.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public to exercise patience, courtesy, and caution while travelling... Read more of this article
BELCO welcoming seven new apprentices, Open Mat Bermuda winning three medals in Toronto, and Acting Major Jeffrey Patterson of the RBR Coast Guard Unit earning the PSEA Award were all among the positive news stories this past week. In additional good news, Madisyn Bobb won her heat for the UMBC women’s track team at the Penn State Nittany Lion Challenge,... Read more of this article
[Written by Don Burgess] The winter chill was no match for the heat of community spirit this morning as a courageous crowd gathered at the Francis Patton dock for the annual Longtail Plunge. With the ocean’s waters offering a bracing wake-up call,- the Bermuda Weather Service forecast had it at 67.1 degrees – students, parents, and dedicated... Read more of this article
Residents invited to the final Electoral Town Hall, CURB unveils Equity Empowerment recipients, the Government celebrates Long Service Awards, the Arts Centre hosts “Winter Blues,” the BNG launches a Muppets & Fraggles fundraiser, HSBC backs an AES financial literacy course, Mirrors launches its “Finding Funds for College” webinar series,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Arts Centre hosted its “Winter Blues” exhibition this weekend, showcasing blue-themed artwork by local creative members along with live painting and artist meet-and-greets. A spokesperson previously said, “We have chosen the theme Winter Blues not only because of the season, but because blue itself is such a magical and expressive... Read more of this article
Alexandra Mosher defeated BDA Spirits 8-0 at the PCC Hockey Rink in the Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League, marking the lone fixture of the day. Ronnie Dzurus opened the scoring in the first period, followed by Adam Mattatall, giving Mosher a 2-0 lead at the first interval. Mattatall added two more goals in the second period, bringing his total to four... Read more of this article
Bermudian sprinter Denver Tucker competed for St. Thomas University at the Alachua County Sports and Event Center Invitational in Florida. Tucker ran in the fifth heat of the men’s 60 metres and won the race in 6.93 seconds. The meet featured 67 competitors in the event. His time placed him ninth overall, leaving him one-hundredth of a second outside... Read more of this article
Jackson Langley secured a decisive victory at the Fat Tire Massive Round De Reach mountain bike endurance race this weekend, completing 15 laps of the Ferry Reach circuit to lead the individual field. Kavin Smith placed second with 14 laps, and Che’quan Richardson rounded out the top three, finishing with 13 laps. The full 2026 Fat Tire Massive... Read more of this article
January 26 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,286.86, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 23 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 22 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange... Read more of this article
The Department of Land Valuation has begun preparations for Bermuda’s new 2026 Valuation List, requiring all property owners across the island to submit updated property details by 28 February 2026. A Government spokesperson said, “Under the Land Valuation and Tax Act 1967, this process ensures rental values are kept accurate and up to date for... Read more of this article
Gregory Daco, Chief Economist at EY-Parthenon, will headline the Bermuda Risk Summit 2026, taking place 9–11 March at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] is pleased to announce that Gregory Daco, Chief Economist at EY-Parthenon, will return to headline the Bermuda Risk Summit... Read more of this article
[Written by Don Burgess] The winter chill was no match for the heat of community spirit this morning as a courageous crowd gathered at the Francis Patton dock for the annual Longtail Plunge. With the ocean’s waters offering a bracing wake-up call,- the Bermuda Weather Service forecast had it at 67.1 degrees – students, parents, and dedicated... Read more of this article
The Bermuda National Gallery is extending its popular ‘The Art of Michael K. Frith’ exhibition through August, featuring Muppet and Fraggle Rock puppets, with a fundraising campaign to support the extension. A spokesperson said, “Close to 6,000 visitors have been to the Bermuda National Gallery to meet the Muppets since The Art of... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright] A Bermudian filmmaker is raising funds to produce an Afro-futuristic animated short film inspired by his childhood on the island. Alex-André Bassett began developing The Kazi: Village Rescue about ten years ago, shortly before leaving Bermuda to move to Vancouver, Canada. Since then, he has collaborated with animators and... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is “advising motorists to exercise increased caution on the roads following several days of heavy rainfall, which has contributed to the emergence of additional potholes and other surface deterioration in some areas.” A Government spokesperson said, “Periods of sustained rainfall can weaken... Read more of this article
Bernews’ latest virtual art gallery features a creative collection of ocean-inspired artwork that blends marine life with imaginative design, presenting a visually engaging digital exhibition where underwater scenes, vibrant colors, and artistic interpretations come together to offer viewers a fresh and captivating perspective on the beauty of the... Read more of this article
[Updated] After a tug boat reported seeing three whales near King’s Wharf in Dockyard, the Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre coordinated with environmental authorities to try to “guide the whales into deeper water.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 15th January 2026, 10:45am – The Marine & Ports... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service seeks the public’s help in identifying a “person of interest” in the 2016 murder of Jason Mello. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is appealing to the public for any information on the identity of the person in the video clip attached. “The man in the footage is a person of... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they are “aware of various worldwide scams affecting WhatsApp users and is advising local residents to be wary.” A police spokesperson said, “These scams usually involve WhatsApp phone calls and messages sent from unknown or compromised WhatsApp contacts that focus on extracting money as well as... Read more of this article
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the aggravated burglary at a Hamilton Parish residence. A police spokesperson said, “A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the aggravated burglary that occurred during the early morning hours of January 1, 2026, at a residence in Hamilton Parish. “Following a thorough and ongoing... Read more of this article
Mea Platform has partnered with Moonrock Insurance to “implement mea Operations as an AI-first operating platform across its business.” A spokesperson said, “mea Platform, the fast-scaling [re]insurance AI product company, today announced a partnership with Moonrock Insurance, the specialist drone insurance MGA, to implement mea Operations as an... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features digital painting of Quo Fata Ferunt, combining elegant calligraphy with a sailing ship inspired by Bermuda’s maritime heritage. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status... Read more of this article
Filecoin Foundation and the Government of Bermuda announced an initiative to “upload publicly available Bermuda government data to the Filecoin network.” A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today [Jan. 20], Filecoin Foundation [FF] and the Government of Bermuda announced an initiative to upload publicly available Bermuda government data to the Filecoin... Read more of this article
The police have confirmed that a male motorcycle rider has died following a collision. A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:20 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2025, police and other emergency personnel were dispatched to a reported single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, at the junction of Loyal Hill and North Shore Road, Pembroke. “Reports... Read more of this article
[Updated] A single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle occurred near the junction of Loyal Hill and North Shore Rd in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle near the junction of Loyal Hill and North Shore Rd, Pembroke. “The roadway is currently closed... Read more of this article
[Updated] A single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle occurred near the entrance to Four Ways Inn on Middle Road in Paget this afternoon [Jan 22]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, near the entrance to Four Ways Inn, Middle Road, Paget. “To assist with traffic flow,... Read more of this article
