Bermuda News Updates

Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell provided an update on the Dockyard Workshop Project, an “initiative that is vital for the continued efficiency and advancement of Bermuda’s Department of Marine and Ports Services. ” Speaking in the House of Assembly yesterday [March 29] the Minister said, “The current Marine and Ports […]

Western Stars Sports Club and LiveNet Bermuda have launched a $100,000 fundraising campaign, with 200 members running the Bermuda Day Marathon 2025 to support field restoration. A spokesperson said, “Western Stars Sports Club, in partnership with LiveNet Bermuda, has officially launched a community-driven fundraising campaign to restore the club’s playing field. The initiative, which aims […]

The Information Commissioner’s 2024 Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements for years ended March 2023 and March 2024 are now available to the public after being laid in the House of Assembly yesterday [March 28]. A spokesperson said, “The Annual Report summarises the use of the Public Access to Information Act during the 2024 calendar […]

Kiwon Waldron had another busy night at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, competing in three races across both trot and pace class events. Waldron’s first race of the evening was race 2, a trot class event. Driving Graceful Lilly, Waldron achieved a strong third-place finish, clocking a time of 1 minute and 57.0 seconds. This […]

Footballer Kole Hall scored in Chorley’s 4-0 win at home to Spennymoor Town in the Vanarama National League North today [March 29]. Hall netted his side’s third goal in the 32nd minute. The Bermuda striker has scored four goals in his past seven league matches. Goals from Hall, Horbury, Montgomery and Touray see us come […]

Sunday, March 30 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 7.10am and sunset will […]

Elijah Daley concluded his successful campaign at the Coupe du Québec senior swimming championships, held at the PEPS of Laval University, in spectacular fashion. Daley saved his best for last, claiming a gold medal on the final day of competition to bring his total medal haul for the event to an impressive five. Daley’s final […]

The MAAC Dash at Dark event was held at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center. In the Girls 4-5 division, A’Mai Medeiros secured first place with a time of 01:46.72. Zavi Smith won the Boys 4-5 division with a time of 01:45.93. Ramyah Swan took first place in the Girls […]

There is a funding gap for dementia navigation and support services, persons are not getting formally diagnosed and caregivers are not getting enough support, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said as she provided an update on some of the observations from the Dementia Care Services Pilot Programme. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister […]

The Ministry of Home Affairs “plans to create an Energy Policy Steering Committee,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “The ESPC will advise the Ministry of Home Affairs on the development, implementation, and monitoring of Bermuda’s key energy policies: the National Electricity Sector Policy [NESP] and […]

Devonshire Cougars defeated Young Men Social Club 4-1 at Devonshire Recreation Club field. Chase Brangman scored for Devonshire Cougars in the 2nd minute. Mical Hardtman scored for Young Men Social Club in the 18th minute, resulting in a 1-1 score at halftime. Brangman scored again for Devonshire Cougars in the second half, bringing the score […]

Trey Mallory and his University of North Carolina Wilmington men’s tennis team continued their superb form after extending their winning streak to four matches with a 5-2 victory over Drexel University at the UNCW Courts. In the doubles, Mallory partnered with Alex de Gabriele in the No 1 spot. They were narrowly defeated by Roman […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced that Kiira Grant has been named to Destinations International’s “30 Under 30 Class of 2025”, a program recognizing the next generation of talent in the destination marketing and tourism industry. A spokesperson said, “Each year, 30 individuals under the age of 30 are selected through a competitive process for […]

“We continue to recommend scrapping the sugar tax,” OBA MP Michael Fahy said, and he also stated that the House passed legislation to postpone the municipal elections for the Corporations of St George’s and Hamilton and “postponements are undemocratic.” Cost of living consultation Mr Fahy said, “In the House of Assembly, the Minister of Home Affairs was […]

Bermudian footballer Logan Jiménez scored a hat-trick for Hibernian Under-18 in a 7-0 home win over Queens Park Under-18 yesterday [March 28]. The Bermuda Under-17 captain, who recently signed his first professional contract with the Scottish club, has netted six goals in three games since moving from winger to striker. Jiménez has also represented the […]

Blake Montgomery helped the London Knights defeat the Owen Sound Attack 6-1 at home in the first game of their Western Conference quarter-final series yesterday [March 28]. Montgomery has been in fine form since joining the Knights on an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement in November last year. Drafted by National Hockey League [NHL] team […]

David Bascome’s Baltimore Blast enjoyed a 9-1 win at home to Texas Outlaws in the Major Arena Soccer League [MASL] yesterday [March 28]. Baltimore, who are fourth in the standings, have won 15 matches and lost eight, including an overtime shootout, this season. Bascome, a former North Village and Bermuda winger, was appointed as the […]

Erica Hawley finished an impressive seventh in the Americas Triathlon Cup Miami at the iconic Homestead-Miami Speedway in Florida yesterday [March 28]. Hawley completed the draft legal sprint-distance race, which featured a one-lap 750-metres swim, a five-lap 20-kilometres ride and a two-lap five-kilometres run, in 56min 05sec. Her splits were 10:00, 27:38 and 17:24. Gwen […]

Sophomore Asia Hollis delivered a stellar performance, securing two crucial victories to lead her Wheaton College [Mass.] women’s tennis teammates to a 4-3 win over host Colby-Sawyer College at the Boss Tennis Center on the campus of Dartmouth College. Hollis’s contribution was instrumental in Wheaton College’s narrow victory, showcasing her talent in both doubles and […]

AM Best assigned IQUW Re Bermuda an A- rating with a stable outlook, citing strong finances and strategic importance. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] to IQUW Re Bermuda Limited [IQUW Re] [Bermuda]. IQUW Re is a […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 28] include  contracts, public notification, acting appointments and notification of planning applications registered. PATI Bermuda Hospitals Board Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN0332/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Hospitals Board Publication date: 28 March, 2025 PATI Contract Listing for […]

The Ministry will convene a Cost-of-Living Summit and in preparation, the “Ministry is undertaking a two-fold national engagement exercise: a Public Survey and Stakeholder Consultations,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said in the House of Assembly today [March 28]. The Minister said, “These data-driven consultations will not only inform the agenda for the Summit but […]

“The Government will introduce legislation during this session aimed at banning industrially produced trans fats in food products to promote healthier diets and reduce the risks associated with heart disease, stroke, and diabetes,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly today [March 28]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, […]

The Hamilton Lions Club Cubs visited WindReach Bermuda in Warwick as part of their monthly service project and fun day last weekend. The Cubs got creative by making playdough, which will be sold in the WindReach Farm Shop to support its programmes. They also enjoyed a tour of the petting zoo, meeting animals, and finished […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that “the motoring public that BELCO will perform emergency fault repair works on Middle Road near the Burnt House Hill junction in Warwick.” A Government spokesperson said, “These essential works will require a temporary lane closure from Saturday, 29 March, to Sunday, 30 March 2025. “Works are […]

“The OBA is committed to improving public safety and tackling the gangs by investing in the Police and providing them the resources they need,” OBA MP Robert King said. Mr King said, “Today, Senator Lindsay Simmons berated the OBA for saying more needs to be done to tackle crime and solve the dozens of unsolved […]

Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell  led a small delegation onboard Carnival Spirit to officially welcome Captain Massimilano Roja, his officers, crew, and passengers to Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “The Carnival Spirit arrived in Bermuda carrying 1,920 guests after completing a transatlantic crossing that commenced in Barcelona, Spain. En route, the […]

Special Olympics Bermuda reached its target of raising $2,500 from the third Polar Plunge charity event at Shelley Bay Beach this month. The event invited the community to “Get Freezin’ for a Reason” while supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities. “Polar Plunge 2025! What an incredible day!” read a Special Olympics Bermuda social media post yesterday […]

CariGenetics, in collaboration with Oxford Nanopore Technologies, has “launched its Caribbean Genome Programme, the first large-scale genomic sequencing initiative in the region.” A spokesperson said, “This pioneering effort is set to address unmet need in advancing regional genetic research in the Caribbean, providing real-time, high throughput sequencing to address critical health disparities, starting with men’s health. […]

Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain updated on “Bermuda’s work to create and adopt a comprehensive artificial intelligence [AI] policy” in the House of Assembly today [March 28]. Minister Rabain said, “As the Minister responsible for Digital Innovation, I am proud to lead a government initiative that is not only embracing […]