Category: News
Kallan Richardson On Race Weekend And More
[Written by Stephen Wright] Kallan Richardson said he is relishing the opportunity to test himself against elite competition in the Chubb Half Bermuda Triangle Challenge. The 20-year-old will line up alongside Sean Trott and Ryan Outerbridge as Bermuda’s representatives in the elite men’s field for the Butterfield Mile tomorrow [January 16]. Richardson,... Read more of this article
New ‘Administrators In Training’ Programme
A new training programme is launching in Bermuda to “professionalise leadership across the long-term care sector, improving accountability, operational standards, and the quality of care provided to seniors island-wide.” A spokesperson said, “The Administrators in Training [AIT] programme is a 12-month professional certification designed... Read more of this article
BELCO Transmission Work Resumes Monday
BELCO provided an update on the Transmission Upgrade Project in the west end that will resume on Monday, January 19th. A spokesperson said, “Work in the east end of the island is complete. The central to Barnes Corner section in the west end is also complete. Work on the section from Barnes Corner to Evans Bay will resume on Monday, January 19th. “The... Read more of this article
Video: January 15th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Circumstances of a collision in Hamilton remain unclear, a Condolence Book opens for George Jackson, the Premier’s Concert celebrates 40 years, the Government’s 2025 Q2 Balance of Payments & Investments report shows modest shifts in the island’s economy, the RBR announces its 2026 scholarship opportunity, the BTA appoints Michael DeCouto... Read more of this article
Special Court Sitting To Open 2026 Legal Year
The Judiciary will hold a Special Sitting of the Supreme Court on Friday, January 30th to officially open the 2026 legal year. The official circular, dated January 13th, says, “The Judiciary will be holding a Special Sitting of the Supreme Court to mark the opening of the 2026 legal year on Friday, 30 January 2026 at 3:30 pm in the Dame Lois Browne-Evans... Read more of this article
Circumstances Of Collision ‘Remain Unclear’
Police are continuing to investigating a two-car collision that occurred in St. George’s on Christmas Eve, A police spokesperson said, “Inquiries by the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continue regarding a collision involving two cars that happened around 8:45pm Wednesday, 24th December 2025 on Mullet Bay Road, near the junction with Ferry Road, St.... Read more of this article
Condolence Book Opens For George Jackson
A book of condolences has been opened at Hamilton Police Station to honour the late George Jackson. A police spokesperson said, “A book of condolences has been opened in honour of the late Retired Commissioner of Police, Mr. George Jackson. Members of the public are invited to sign the book at the Hamilton Police Station [Commissioner Frederick C.B.... Read more of this article
BTA Appoint Michael DeCouto & Kiara Isaac
The Board of Directors of the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today announced the appointment of Michael DeCouto as Chief Sales & Marketing Officer and Kiara Isaac as Director of People and Culture, strengthening the organisation’s executive leadership and operations team. A spokesperson said, “Michael DeCouto has been appointed Chief Sales... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Hayward Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this noon [Jan 14] to provide an update on Bermuda’s Economy. 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 | Update: Minister Hayward’s remarks: Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Mbelenzi On Wrong Turn, Race Weekend & More
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dennis Mbelenzi said a wrong turn while leading the Gosling’s Rum to Beach race last weekend proved costly but stressed he alone was responsible for the error. The Kenyan-born runner was leading when he followed the lead motorbike off course along South Shore, a mistake that dropped him to 47th place and left him searching... Read more of this article
Photos: Premier’s Concert Celebrates 40 Years
The Department of Culture hosted the 40th Annual Premier’s Concert on Saturday [Jan 10]. A Government spokesperson said, “On Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Department of Culture presented the 40th Annual Premier’s Concert, marking forty years of supporting Bermuda’s young artists and creative development. The concert was hosted by Gianluca... Read more of this article
Bermuda Health Council On Billing & More
The Bermuda Health Council is issuing a public notice to “clarify existing legal protections, promote consistent billing practices, and ensure individuals know what to reasonably expect when accessing care in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “At a time when many households are facing real cost-of-living pressures, it is important that healthcare... Read more of this article
