Category: News
Video: January 28th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police discuss the 2025 drug seizure figures, a $4,200 fine is issued for DUI and multiple traffic offences, Minister Jaché Adams tours BAMZ upgrades, the LB Football Academy links with Spain Rush, and Wallpaper Wednesday features Coastal Bermuda — these are some of the stories in this morning’s [Jan 28] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning... Read more of this article
Column: King On Govt, CIT, Economy & More
[Opinion column written by Opposition Leader Robert King] Government is not a business. It has a bottom line that is most truly measured by the public good delivered. Fiscal responsibility is the foundation upon which lasting social progress is built. Bermudians know this. A system that is inefficient, opaque, or poorly managed does not serve the public... Read more of this article
Video: Francis Patton ‘Longtail Plunge’
[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
Video: January 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash
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
Live Updates: Bermuda Defeat Bonaire 7-1
[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
Photos: Govt Celebrates Long Service Awards
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
BEN Awards Honour Outstanding Educators
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
Preparations For The 2026 Land Valuation List
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 Unveils Equity Empowerment Recipients
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 Backs AES Financial Literacy Course
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
BNG Launches Muppets & Fraggles Fundraiser
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
Video: Bermudian Creating Animation Film
[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
