Royal Gazette

Former Premier Sir John Swan has suggested he could return to the political arena if he had support from the public.
The 88-year-old made an impassioned plea for Bermudians to consider putting themsel…

Boat owners and mooring licensees were reminded today to renew permits by the end of next month.
The Government highlighted that the registration period opened on April 1.
A statement from the Departm…

Trustees of the Port Royal Golf Course have said they will take action to address the condition of the course after complaints by members and visitors.
While the course recently garnered international…

A baker whose business was the subject of a painting submitted for the annual Charman Prize has been given a copy of the watercolour she inspired.
Malisa Swan, the owner of The Bermuda Cake Company, r…

Piped water service has been temporarily halted in parts of three parishes as the Water and Sewage Section carries out maintenance work.
A spokesman for the Ministry of Public Works said: “This tempor…

An archaeologist has discovered “significant” artefacts while sifting through the soil at Fort Hamilton during ongoing restoration works, it was announced today.
“The items will be catalogued and the…

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is once again encouraging young people to explore their journalistic skills in its Young Reporters for the Environment journalism competition.
Now in its s…

The prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes could be influenced by a lack of proper maternal and child healthcare, the Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Chief of Paediatrics said yesterday.
Sylvanus N…

Police launched a fresh appeal yesterday for witnesses to several unsolved murders to come forward shortly after the anniversary of the crimes.
In a series of statements, the Bermuda Police Service sa…

Efforts to re-establish Bermuda’s national bird on Nonsuch Island have hit a new milestone this year as the cahow continues to bounce back from near extinction.
Jeremy Madeiros, a senior terrestrial c…

Vibrant art work by children from more than 20 primary schools is on display at the Bermuda Society of Arts.
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of Education, said: “Our primary school students have poured t…

The Government has submitted a planning application for work to replace the roof of Government House.
A spokeswoman for the Cabinet Office confirmed the move in a press statement, adding: “Pending pla…

The Government urged members of the public to submit their thoughts on how to cut bureaucracy in Bermuda.
David Burt said reducing red tape could have a “critical effect” on making sure the island rem…

A business that sells cannabidiol and hemp-derived products called on customers to “shop while supplies last” after it announced online the anticipated closure of two outlets owing to Customs guidance…

The Information Commissioner called for the Bermuda Police Service and the Ministry of Health to release redacted documents in response to public access to information requests.
A statement from the I…

The public restrooms on Front street will be closed temporarily, the City of Hamilton announced this afternoon.
A statement said the restrooms near the No 1 Car Park will be shut to address unexpecte…

Traffic was diverted in Paget this afternoon after a two-vehicle collision.
The Bermuda Police Service said the incident happened at about 3.30pm on South Road near Cobb’s Hill Road.
It was believed …

The City of Hamilton is to offer free guided art tours this month in celebration of World Art Day.
The jaunts will be led by Ed Christopher, the city’s Town Crier, and promised to provide “an immersi…

An afternoon of prayer and worship will be held by Christian denominations at the Warren Simmons Field, Sandys, tomorrow.
The event, from 3pm to 5pm, will be led by the One Body in Christ Movement For…

Motorists heading in and out of Hamilton are warned to expect disruptions when extensive roadworks start at Spurling Hill next month.
The Corporation of Hamilton will carry out “significant” traffic l…