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City To Trial New Software In No 5 Car Park
The City of Hamilton advised “that, as of January 3rd, 2024, the City will be trialing its new License Plate Recognition [LPR] Software at the Number 5 car park on Front Street [next to Pier 6]. A spokesperson said, “LPR will create a new parking system that will give motorists various ticketless parking options using app-based products. “LPR... Read more of this article
15 Arrested For Various Offenses Over Holiday
A total of fifteen people were arrested for various offences between 5:00 p.m. Friday, December 22, and 5:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 27, 2023. A police spokesperson said, “Worryingly, the majority of those arrested were for driving while impaired. In fact, seven persons were arrested for this offence. “The highest breathalysed reading... Read more of this article
Police Encourage Safety During Holiday
“To ensure your safety and maintain order during the holiday season, we will be continuing the current heightened police presence across the island,” the Police Commissioner said. Police Commissioner Darrin Simons said, “As the Christmas holiday approaches, we at the Bermuda Police Service [BPS], would like to extend warmest greetings... Read more of this article
Video: Junior Road Safety Council Members
The Government announcedthe new members of the Junior Road Safety Council for the term 2023/24, saying “we are pleased that these students have volunteered to assist the Road Safety Council and, by extension, our entire population in addressing road safety in Bermuda.” The members are: Marley Brown, JRSC Chair, Bermuda Institute Dion Francis,... Read more of this article
Court Issues Over $10,000 In Traffic Fines
In Magistrates Court today, close to ten thousand dollars in traffic fines were issued, and the police are urging people to “let’s all work together to make this a safe and enjoyable Christmas season for all.” A police spokesperson said, “Close to ten thousand dollars in traffic fines issued in Magistrates Court today. A number... Read more of this article
Traffic Notice For Presidents Cup Road Race
The Government issued a traffic notice for the Bermuda Bicycle Association Presidents Cup Bicycle Road Race scheduled on Sunday [Dec 17]. A spokesperson said, “Under the authority of the Road Traffic Act 1947, the Government issued the “Road Traffic [Bermuda Bicycle Presidents Cup Bicycle Road Race] [Variation of Speed Limits] Order 2023,”... Read more of this article
BRSC Asks Events To Use Transportation Plans
The Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] is encouraging “event planners, organizers, and hosts of large events to incorporate a transportation plan for their guests.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council would like to take this time to re-emphasize our Transportation Plan initiative. The transportation plan initiative... Read more of this article
BRSC Launches Designated Driver Campaign
The Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] launched its December campaign, “Designated Driver/Designate your Driver” noting that “we want this holiday season to be of joy and cheer, and by being responsible and adhering to the rules of the road we can make this happen.” A spokesperson said, “The BRSC announces its slogan for... Read more of this article
Harrington Sound Rd Lane Closure On Sunday
There will be a temporary lane closure on Harrington Sound Road at Shark Hole Hill on Sunday [Dec 10] from 6:30 am until 8:00 am. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that Harrington Sound Road at Shark Hole Hill will require temporary lane closures to accommodate a crane lift by Johnny Lima Construction. “The... Read more of this article
Lane Closures On Harrington Sound Road
There are multiple lane closures on Harrington Sound Road in Hamilton and Smiths Parishes that are “currently ongoing and will expand through December 15th, 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works, in conjunction with Invisible Trenching Ltd, wish to inform the motoring public that there will be multiple lane... Read more of this article
Road Closure In Pembroke On December 10th
A road closure in Curving Avenue, Pembroke will occur on 10 December 2023 between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. to facilitate a Christmas Block Party. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists of a road closure on Curving Avenue, Pembroke, for a Christmas block party. “The closure will occur from #2 Curving... Read more of this article
Video: Road Closed Due To Collapsed Wall
[Updated] There has been a “wall collapse on Middle Road, just east of Flatts Post Office,” this afternoon [Nov 19] the police have confirmed. The Bermuda Police Service posted on X/Twitter saying, “Good afternoon all. There has been a wall collapse on Middle Road, just east of Flatts Post Office. The roadway is now blocked. All traffic... Read more of this article
BRSC: “Better Late Than Never, Slow Down”
The Bermuda Road Safety Council introduces its November slogan – “Better Late than Never/Slow Down” as part of its Anti-Speeding Campaign A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council introduces its slogan for November – Better Late than Never/Slow Down. Speeding remains one of the leading causes of accidents and... Read more of this article
Temporary Lane Closures In Paget Start Nov 16
Temporary lane closures are scheduled for Middle Road and South Road in Paget, starting on Thursday, November 16th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works, in conjunction with BELCO, wishes to inform the public that there will be temporary lane closures on Middle Road, Paget and South Road, Paget, to allow streetlight repairs. Weather... Read more of this article
Horseshoe Road Closure For Block Party
The Ministry of Public Works advised that Horseshoe Road from West Avenue to Scenic Heights Pass will be closed for a neighbourhood Block party. A Government spokesperson said, “The Block party will take place on Saturday, November 11th 2023 commencing from 2 pm until midnight [12am]. “Motorists are advised to use detour routes via West Avenue... Read more of this article
Police: Parking Advisory For Devonshire
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] “wishes to advise the public there will be two major events taking place within close proximity of each other in Devonshire Parish over the weekend.” A police spokesperson said, “These are the production, Sarafina, being put on at the CedarBridge Academy and the World Rugby Classic which begins tonight... Read more of this article
