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The Department of Education today announced the launch of a “modernised Student Code of Conduct, which will be implemented across the Bermuda Public School System [BPSS].” A Government spokesperson said, “The updated Code is the culmination of a comprehensive, multi-year review process that began in 2019. It is designed to foster a strong partnership for […]

The Bermuda Police Service continue to appeal for the public’s help to locate 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson, who was last seen on Wednesday, September 17th. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] and loved ones of 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson, continue their efforts to locate her. “As a reminder, the teen is described as light complexioned, […]

Minister Jason Hayward met with Court Street business owners following the recent shootings, saying that “as the MP for the area, I accept the responsibility to ensure that your concerns are not only acknowledged, but acted upon with the seriousness and speed they demand.” Minister Jason Hayward, the area MP, said, “On Friday, I had […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has launched a public consultation on proposals to modernise Bermuda’s private roads legislation, open until October 22 on forum.gov.bm. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public works and Environment is inviting members of the public to share their views on proposals to modernise Bermuda’s laws governing improvements […]

International privacy strategist Samantha Simms has endorsed Bermuda College’s new Compliance Academy, which launches Wednesday [Sept 24] in partnership with the Association of Bermuda Compliance Officers [ABCO]. A spokesperson said, “International privacy strategist Samantha Simms has thrown her support behind Bermuda College’s new Compliance Academy. “The Academy launches on Wednesday [September 24] in partnership with […]

Quinton Sherlock Jr. captured the 2025 Johnnie Walker Classic title at Ocean View Golf Course, holding on through a challenging final round to secure the victory. Sherlock entered the day with a three-shot cushion after an opening-round 65 and finished at one-over par for the tournament. He closed with a six-over 76 in the second […]

The Department of Planning’s application systems will be offline from September 25 to September 27 due to a scheduled upgrade. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Planning advises the public that its application systems will be offline from September 25 to 27 due to a scheduled upgrade. “The Customer Self-Service [CCS] portal and the […]

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron competed in a two-race card at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, securing two top-seven finishes. In his opening race, a Pace Class event, Waldron drove Bluebird Capt Pj to a sixth-place finish in 1:54 flat. He returned to the track for a Trot Class race with Wiggy Hill, […]

[Opinion column written by MP Neville Tyrrell] On Friday Sept 12th, your PLP Government reported back on progress in areas that matter most to you: safety, financial security, and opportunity for every Bermudian. Safety First After the recent tragedy, the Premier invoked the Governor’s constitutional responsibility for security and called for convening the Governor’s Council. […]

Clinical Manager of Pathways Camily Lovell was named the Substance Abuse Professional of the Year and runner-up honours went to Karla Trott, Clinical Supervisor at Turning Point. A Government spokesperson said, “As part of September’s National Recovery Month observance, the Ministry of National Security, through the Department for National Drug Control [DNDC], joined the Bermuda Addictions […]

“I urge our community leaders, faith-based organizations, parents, educators, and every citizen to come together,” Gina Spence Program said, saying “let us rise together and heal together.” Gina Spence-Virgil, Founder & Grief Recovery Specialist of the Gina Spence Program said, “It is with a heavy heart that I speak to you today in the wake […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has “received reports of persons receiving WhatsApp video calls from individuals claiming to represent the BPS.” A police spokesperson said, “So far, the calls are being made from telephone numbers: +92 343 4087943 +92 349 9513663 +92 322 4135776 “These numbers show up with a BPS crest as the caller’s […]

A coalition of local organisations is encouraging members of the community to “let your light shine” today [Sept 22] by driving with headlights on and joining a reflective gathering. A spokesperson said, “A collaboration including Bermuda Is Love, Bermuda Islamic Cultural Centre, Chewstick, CURB, Human Rights Commission, Imagine Bermuda, Peace Collective, Progressive Minds, and Social […]

The West End Sailboat Club staged a day of Comet Class racing in the Great Sound, with trophies awarded in both the Matthews Cup and the Albert Symonds Regatta. In the Matthews Cup, Max Curtis and Wesley Tucker claimed first place after leading the fleet around Pearl Island and back. Veteran sailor Gladwin Lambert, sailing […]

Bermudian footballer Logan Jiménez scored in Hibernian Under-19’s 5-1 win at home to Dalbeattie Star Youth in a friendly match at the weekend. Jiménez, who helped the Hibernian Under-18 side claim the CAS Elite Under-18 league title last season, scored a backheel goal. A former Bermuda Under-17 captain, Jiménez played for Scottish Schools’ Under-18 in […]

The Ministry of Health recently celebrated the graduation of participants from the Pivio Lifestyle Intervention Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “On September 16, 2025, the Ministry of Health celebrated the graduation of participants from the Pivio Lifestyle Intervention Programme, marking an important step in Bermuda’s journey toward better health for all. The Pivio programme empowers […]

The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] announced the Women’s National Team will be competing in the 2025 ECVA Women Final Four taking place in Antigua and Barbuda. A spokesperson said, “The women earned their spot in this tournament after winning the silver medal in the ECVA Women’s Championship in October of 2024. The winner of this tournament […]

The Department of Corrections recently hosted a barbecue at Clearwater Beach to honour the achievements of clients in its Right Living House [RLH] Programme. The Government posted the photo below online, saying, “The Department of Corrections recently hosted a barbecue at Clearwater Beach to honour the achievements of clients in its Right Living House [RLH] […]

The Aon Mixed Team Relay National Championships at Clearwater Beach saw new champions crowned in the all-male and all-female divisions following a day of close competition. Dylan Eiselt and Jackson Langley captured the All-Male Champions title with a combined time of 50:56, finishing ahead of runners-up Gianluca Bortoli and Jasper Lau in 54:08. Alex Pilgrim […]

In recognition of World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and World Alzheimer’s Day [September 21], the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors reaffirmed its “dedication to supporting individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, their families, and caregivers here in Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “Early assessment and prevention are essential. Identifying dementia […]

Bermudian Daniel Phillips opened his campaign at the 2025 ITA Men’s All-American Championships with a victory over the tournament’s 21st seed, Mans Dahlberg. Phillips, who represents Tulane University, defeated Dahlberg of the University of Virginia in a three-set match, 6-4, 5-7, 7-5, at the University of Tulsa in Oklahoma. Phillips secured the first break of […]

Somersfield Academy gathered as a whole school community to celebrate its annual International Day of Peace ceremony, a cherished tradition that unites students, staff, and families in a shared commitment to peace. A spokesperson said, “The event was led by the newly appointed Student Leadership Council [SLC], who were formally introduced to the community during the […]

Joseph Cechini continued his cross-country season with a 17th-place finish at the Georgetown Prep Cross-Country Classic in Maryland. Competing for Mercersburg Academy, Cechini ran in the men’s 5,000 meters unseeded varsity race, crossing the line in 19 minutes, 14.9 seconds. The event, held at the Georgetown Prep facility, drew hundreds of athletes from schools across […]

Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz has released a new single, teaming up with Sean Paul for the official remix of “On My Way Back Home” by LionFace & JonFX. The new track is available on various digital outlets, which you can access here. The video’s description says, “Collie Buddz and ‪@AllSeanPaul‬ team up for the […]

Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers have been knocked out of the Southern League Division Series after losing in the play-offs to the Montgomery Biscuits last week. The Shuckers were defeated 4-2 in game two at Keesler Federal Park, ending their quest for a first Southern League title. The Biscuits also eliminated the Shuckers […]

Motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine has reflected on his superb showing in the seventh round of the R&G British Talent Cup at the TT Circuit Assen in the Netherlands at the weekend. Representing the British team Fibre Tec Honda – MLav Racing, the teenager qualified in eighteenth position before finishing sixteenth in race one on Saturday […]

Monday, September 22 is expected to see sunshine interrupted by a few showers, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 7.07am and sunset […]

Bermuda footballer Camryn Lines helped Bridgwater United Women win 3-0 at home to Portishead Town Ladies in the FA Women’s National League Division One South today [September 21]. Lines, who plays for the Bermuda women’s national team, joined the English side in July. The defender came on as an eleventh-minute substitute. Lines, a product of […]

Bermuda footballer Jahni Simmons scored her first goal for Coventry Sphinx Ladies in a 3-0 win away to Milton United Ladies in the second round of the Women’s FA Cup today [September 21]. The striker scored her side’s opening goal. She made her debut for the Sphinx against Hednesford United Women in the West Midlands […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph enjoyed a 3-0 win at home to Forward Madison in the USL League One yesterday [September 20]. Striker Ropapa Mensah scored a hat-trick. A former Saltus Grammar School student, Wright made appearances for the Bermuda and United States national football teams. He was appointed head coach of Greenville at the start […]

Tulane University’s sailing team, propelled by a strong performance from Bermudian sailor Christian Ebbin, is well positioned after the first day of the Allstate Sugar Bowl Open Sailing Regatta. The team finished the day atop the leaderboard with 105 points, a substantial lead over the competition on Lake Pontchartrain in Louisiana. Ebbin was a key […]

News that Qshai Darrell earned the PSEA Award,  Na’im Zuill made his first start for the Bolton Wanderers Under-18 team in England, and Tomas Mello was named Saint Mary’s University Male Athlete of the Week were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In more good news, Gavin Manders and Benjamin Jones won […]

“A 19-year-old male suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of 37-year-old Janae Minors,” the police confirmed this evening. A police spokesperson said, “Ms. Minors succumbed to injuries sustained after she was shot by a lone gunman. “The brazen, fatal attack, was carried out around 4:50 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, while Ms. […]

Bermuda national team footballers Willie Clemons and Jutorre Burgess found themselves on opposing teams when Leiston faced Harborough Town in the Southern League Premier Central Division today [September 20]. Clemons, who featured on the front cover of the matchday programme, started in midfield for Leiston, while winger Burgess was among the substitutes for Harborough. The […]

Police officers arrested two males for possession of a knife and another male for riding a bike that had been reported stolen. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:15 pm on Friday, September 19, 2025, Police Officers were at the junction of Paynter’s Road and Harrington Sound Road, Smiths, when they observed two motorcycles traveling east […]

Tuff Dogs Sports Club has proudly donated 215 pairs of brand-new football boots to boys’ and girls’ teams participating in the Bermuda Football Association’s children’s leagues. T A spokesperson said, “This year’s donation, made possible by the generosity of a former player and club member, doubles the number of boots donated just two years ago. […]

Bermuda FIFA-listed Referee Assistants Stefan Maybury and Clinton Hayward officiated a recent Concacaf Caribbean Cup football match. The group B game was between Haitian side Juventus des Cayes and Bajan outfit Weymouth Wales FC at Cibao FC Stadium in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic. Weymouth Wales won the match 2-1. Related Stories Overseas Footballers […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, September 20th. On Saturday the Carnival Venezia cruise ship and the Kmarin Rigour medical supply ship are expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Escape cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the […]

A trip in July 2025 by Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport Owen Darrell to Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands cost $2,400.73, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from July 2, 2025 – July 4, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Owen K. […]

Carey Olsen has been named Digital Assets Practice of the Year at the 2025 STEP Private Client Awards, recognizing the firm’s leadership in innovative digital asset legal work. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen has been named Digital Assets Practice of the Year at the 2025 STEP Private Client Awards, taking top spot in one of […]

September 19 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,914.18, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock […]

We need to “truly address the root causes” and the “structural inequality that plagues our society,” Social Justice Bermuda said. A spokesperson said, “Social Justice Bermuda [SJB] is both shocked and dismayed by the recent gun murders, from the double homicide of Natrae Eversley and Nakai Robinson on August 12th, to yet another on Tuesday. “This […]

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] has responded to the recent murder of Janae Minors, noting that “this tragedy marks the fourth woman to be killed by gunfire in Bermuda in recent years.” A spokesperson said, “Three days ago, our island was shaken by another act of violence. The Women’s Resource Centre is deeply saddened by […]

The Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] Executive met today [Sept 19] regarding Tropical Storm Gabrielle and said “based on current projections, Gabrielle will miss Bermuda entirely” and “no disruption to daily life is expected.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security advises that the Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) Executive met today to review the […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises motorists that “the Bermuda Triathlon Association AON Ltd. Mixed Team Relay Triathlon will occur on Sunday, 21 September 2025, from 8 a.m. to approximately 10.15 a.m.” A Government spokesperson said, “The event will be staged in the St. David’s/Cooper’s Island area. It will start and finish at […]

The Real Estate Licensing Authority reminds all licensees that September 20, 2025, remains the legislated deadline for submission of renewal applications for the 2025/2026 licensing period. A Government spokesperson said, “Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their renewal applications on or before the legislated deadline, even if supporting documents are outstanding, such as Criminal Background […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [September 19] include acting appointments. Land Registrar Department Of Land Title And Registration Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0885/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Land Title and Registration Publication date: 19 September, 2025 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Land Title And Registration Ministry […]

Saturday, September 20 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be at 7:05am and sunset will be at 7:18pm. High […]

BermudAir announced it has “resolved its recent matter with Skyport, operator of L.F. Wade International Airport” and “with the issue concluded, the airline is focused on advancing its mission to enhance Bermuda’s air service and strengthen the island’s connectivity, economy, and community.” “This resolution allows us to move forward with clarity and focus,” said Adam Scott, […]

The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson. A police spokesperson said, “She is described as light complexioned, 5 feet 4 inches tall, of medium build, weighing approximately 175 pounds, with black and blonde hair past her shoulders. “Ja’Dore was reported missing this morning [Friday, 19th September 2025], […]