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City Honours George Ogden With Plaque
The City of Hamilton unveiled a plaque honouring the late George Ogden, with Mayor Charles Gosling praising his four decades of work shaping the city’s parks and green spaces. A spokesperson said, “Mayor Charles Gosling, CEO Dwayne Caines, Town Crier Ed Christopher, and members of the City Council and Executive gathered at Fort Hamilton for... Read more of this article
BZS Releases 2025 Micro Forest Report
The Bermuda Zoological Society has released its 2025 Micro Forest Project Impact Report, highlighting some of the impact of the project. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] proudly enters the fifth year of its pioneering Micro Forest Project – a community-driven initiative that is transforming underutilised and invasive-dominated... Read more of this article
Ministry Launches Roadside Trimming Campaign
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is launching a public awareness campaign to remind property owners to routinely trim overhanging trees and hedges that extend onto the Island’s roadways. A Government spokesperson said, “Through Government and Waste Management communication platforms, the campaign will encourage residents to act now to... Read more of this article
Parish Garden Competition Winners Announced
The Bermuda Parish Garden Competition, themed “Let’s Grow Together,” celebrated local gardening excellence with Ms. Nakisha Burgess named overall winner and category awards going to Mr. Edward Ball, Dr. Alshia Lugo, Ms. Frances Furbert, Warwick Academy, and Ms. Burgess. A Government spokesperson said, “The 2025 Bermuda Parish Garden Competition,... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Quo Fata Ferunt, Hibiscus
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features Bermuda’s national motto, ‘Quo Fata Ferunt,’ with vibrant hibiscus flowers symbolizing the island’s heritage and natural beauty. 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... Read more of this article
Floating Ferns Appearing In Freshwater Ponds
Aquatic ferns are been spotted in some of the island’s freshwater ponds, with Dr Mark Outerbridge saying that “a few of Bermuda’s freshwater ponds have been replaced with what appears to be grassy lawn when seen from a distance.” In the latest issue of Envirotalk, Dr Outerbridge said, “Some readers may have noticed that a few... Read more of this article
Tree Removal & Paving Works On King Street
The City of Hamilton will begin paving works along King Street, from Dundonald Street to Church Street, while removing and replacing ten mahogany trees as part of a sustainability and infrastructure improvement project. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton advises the public that paving works are scheduled to take place along King Street,... Read more of this article
Photos: 2025 Exhibition Flowers & Plant Displays
The 2025 Agricultural Exhibition is underway at the Botanical Gardens in Paget, offering a variety of live entertainment and a wide array of exhibits, including a range of beautiful flowers and plants. You can view all Bernews coverage of this year and past years Agricultural Exhibitions by clicking here, and also view photo galleries of the Exhibition... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Hibiscus Swirl
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a vibrant Bermuda hibiscus with the word ‘Bermuda’ elegantly displayed, set against a pink and white background. 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,... Read more of this article
Photos: Floral Displays At Gibbons Company
Gibbons Company is featuring ‘Gibbons in Bloom’ for the month of April, transforming its Reid and Church Street stores with vibrant floral displays and installations by top local designers. A spokesperson previously said, “Gibbons Company is delighted to announce the return of a blooming favourite — Gibbons in Bloom — an enchanting in-store... Read more of this article
Easter Lilies To Be Sent To King Charles III
Governor Andrew Murdoch participated in his first official picking of Easter Lilies, which will be sent via British Airways to King Charles III. Government House posted the photos below, and said, “Yesterday the Governor, Andrew Murdoch, participated in his first official picking of Easter Lilies, a cherished annual tradition of selecting lilies as... Read more of this article
‘Gibbons In Bloom’ Features Floral Designs
Gibbons Company is featuring ‘Gibbons in Bloom’ for the month of April, transforming its Reid and Church Street stores with vibrant floral displays and installations by top local designers. A spokesperson said, “Gibbons Company is delighted to announce the return of a blooming favourite — Gibbons in Bloom — an enchanting in-store... Read more of this article
