Bermuda News Updates

The Bermuda Police Service responded to 250 calls and made 47 arrests between December 24, 2024, and January 2, 2025. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] kept our community safe during the festive season. Between December 24, 2024, to January 2, 2025, we responded to around 250 calls for service. “With those calls […]

[Written by Don Burgess] In a heartfelt celebration of resilience and leadership, a park has been christened in honor of a man who overcame the harsh realities of racial segregation. Nestled near the Francis Patton Parish School Dock, the newly established Scouter Isaac Community Park was unveiled on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, amidst the presence […]

St. George’s residents are being invited to suggest locations for Keep Bermuda Beautiful’s first 2025 community cleanup by emailing suggestions before January 6. A spokesperson said, “Calling all St. George’s residents. We’re excited to kick off our first community cleanup of 2025 right in your neighbourhood this January. “Help us decide which spots in St. […]

“This historic event embraces longstanding traditions and connects multiple generations to the agricultural and horticultural heritage found in Bermuda,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and the Department of Parks proudly announce that the 84th Annual Agricultural Exhibition will return to the Botanical Gardens […]

Bermuda Is Love announced the launch of the #GettoKnowBIL campaign, a “powerful movement aimed at reintroducing Bermuda Is Love [BIL] to the island community as both a vital grassroots community organization and a registered charity #1051.” A spokesperson said, “Through this campaign, we invite the people of Bermuda to learn more about our mission, vision, […]

Bermudian sailor Rockal Evans has secured another victory in Australia, winning division one of the Middle Harbour Yacht Club (MHYC) Christmas & Veterans Cup 2024/25. Evans, skippering the Seeking Alpha, led his crew to victory in the 10-boat fleet, completing the challenging course with a winning time of 2:12.36. This win follows Evans’ recent success […]

The Ministry of Public Works has issued road traffic notices for the Middle Road, Warwick on Monday [Jan 6] and the Butterfield & Vallis 5K Race scheduled on Sunday, January 26th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises the motoring public of the following road traffic disruptions due to upcoming events and […]

The Immanuel Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahido Church invites all to celebrate the Holy Feast of the Birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ with a Divine Liturgical Service on Monday [Jan 6] at 9:30 PM, followed by a feasting celebration. A spokesperson said, “Good Day Members, Visitors & Friends,  The Immanuel Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahido Church will be […]

Kamau Leverock claimed his first wicket for Voyagers in their 30-run defeat to Titans in the Bim10 cricket tournament in Barbados yesterday [January 2]. The former Bermuda national team player bowled two overs for 29 runs, trapping Titans opener Shian Brathwaite lbw for 48. Titans scored 144 for the loss of four wickets from their […]

Warwick Football Academy will face Somerset Trojans in the Charles Marshall Under-18 tournament final at 9pm at PHC Field today [January 3]. Meanwhile, in the Under-18 Plate final match, North Village will play FC Bascome, last year’s winners, at 7 pm. Related Stories Warwick & Trojans Set For Charles Marshall Final Shield And Friendship Finals […]

Simsfield Stables stallion Goldrush produced a superb performance in the New Year’s Day harness pony races at the National Equestrian Centre. Goldrush, driven by Kirista Rabain, won the Two-Year-Old Stakes race in a time of 1:04/4. Rabain also steered Simfield’s gelding Red October to victory in a pair of Four-Year-Old Stakes races, finishing in 1:04/0 […]

January 2 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,498.47, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 53 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 31 2024 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 30 […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced the birth of Aaryonn Xzavier Smith, the first baby born on New Year’s Day to Dannielle Joell and Anthony Smith. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is happy to announce the birth of Aaryonn Xzavier Smith, the first baby born on New Year’s Day to Dannielle Joell and Boulevard […]

The St. George’s Rotary Club hosted a Polar Bear Swim yesterday morning [Jan 1] on Ordnance Island in St George’s, with locals taking a cold plunge to mark the first day of the new year. Related Stories Video & Photos: St George’s Polar Bear Swim Photos & Video: Blessing Of Animals Ceremony Photos & Video: […]

As the 2024 Bermuda Biennial draws to a close on Saturday, January 4, the Bermuda National Gallery [BNG] is pleased to announce that the Green family will be taking on title sponsorship of the exhibition, which has been at the core of the contemporary art scene in Bermuda since its inception in 1994. A spokesperson […]

The island’s top riders competed in the Bermuda Motocross Association’s New Year’s Day Trophy Series Race at the Southside Motocross Track yesterday [January 1]. In the PeeWee class, Kaden Bean-Wolfe claimed top honours, with Tiano Tucker-Wall runner-up and Diego Daniels third. Cassidy Spencer-Furbert won the 50cc class, with Messiah Baker second and Remington Boden third. […]

As a reminder of the many good news stories that the island produced throughout 2024, the slideshow below highlights Bernews’ good news video covers from the past year, with stories including sports, community activities, charitable work, and much more. From major achievements in fields such as as academics and entertainment, to Bermudian athletes winning major […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 2] include acting appointments. Collector Of Customs Notice type: Government Notice Notice type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0002/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Customs Publication date: 02 January, 2025 Government Notice Number: ___________ Acting Appointment – Collector Of Customs Mr. Tracey Kelly, Assistant Collector of Customs, has been appointed to […]

David Bascome’s Baltimore Blast enjoyed a 6-5 win away to Utica City in the Major Arena Soccer League [MASL] on Tuesday [December 31]. Baltimore have won four matches and lost one so far this season. Bascome, a former North Village and Bermuda winger, was appointed as the Blast head coach in 2020, having previously served […]

Somerset Cricket Club have paid tribute to their groundsman Cordell “Herbie” Bangman, who has recently passed away. Richard Scott, the Somerset president, wrote on social media: “Today the SCC family is saddened to hear of the passing of one of our dedicated groundsman Mr Cordell “Herbie” Brangman. “Anyone who has been around SCC for any […]

[Opinion column written by Gilbert Darrell] Bermuda has long been recognized as one of the most beautiful and unique places on Earth. However, beauty comes at a cost, and in Bermuda, one of the highest costs is energy. Residents and businesses alike face some of the most expensive electricity bills in the world, driven by […]

Bermudian sailor Rockal Evans continues to make his mark on the international sailing scene, securing a victory in the Twilight Spinnaker Series 2024/25 at Middle Harbour Yacht Club in Australia. Evans, skippering the yacht Seeking Alpha in division one, navigated the challenging course with precision and skill, claiming the top spot in the latest race […]