Bermuda News Updates

Following an attempted theft on March 1 in Paget, police arrested an 18-year-old male. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2:00pm on Saturday, March 1, 2025, police received a report of an attempted theft near the junction of the Railway Trail and South Road, Paget. “Details are that a member of the public who had advertised […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Sean Trott will be eyeing a third consecutive title and fourth overall when he competes in the Lindo’s to Lindo’s 10K Run on Sunday [March 9]. The defending champion will be among the top contenders in the annual race, which begins at Lindo’s Family Foods in Warwick and finishes at Lindo’s […]

The Bermuda Police Service and Hamilton Princess have released the latest set of sports cards celebrating local athletes and promoting youth-police connections. A police spokesperson said, “The rollout of the 2024-2025 Bermuda Legends & Superstars sports cards – produced by the Bermuda Police Service in cooperation with Hamilton Princess & Beach Club – is almost […]

BZS Whale Watching Tours return in March and April, and “a BZS Educator and naturalist onboard each tour, bringing an unmatched depth of insight into the behaviour and biology of these majestic creatures.” A spokesperson said, “The whales are back! We know our spring marine visitors have been making a steady appearance in the waters […]

A community gathering was held yesterday [March 3] to mark the stand taken by Claudette Colvin in Alabama in 1955. A spokesperson said, “On March 2, 1955 a 15-year-old high school student riding along with a friend on a bus in Montgomery was ordered by the bus driver to vacate a row of seats so […]

The Bermuda Police Service held a press conference to provide an update on the ongoing investigation into the murder of Ethan Arruda, where they were joined by Ethan’s parents. The 17-year-old was killed in a stabbing incident at a Devonshire residence in October 2024. Ethan’s father, who was very emotional as he appealed for the community help, […]

[Written by Melanie Burrows & Anya Thompson] In a dedicated effort to strengthen the connection between home support and classroom instruction, Ms. Melanie Burrows, Science Teacher at CedarBridge Academy, has restored a pioneering program to enhance the capacity of parents in supporting their children’s Science education. The program, known as Teaching Parents Science [T.P.S.], commenced […]

Funding for healthcare is critical, the stability of Social Insurance and Government worker pensions remains a concern and we are carefully watching Government’s handling of the Corporate Income Tax [CIT], Shadow Finance Minister Dr Douglas De Couto said. Dr De Couto, who previously served in the Senate and was recently elected as an MP, said, “Normally […]

The Ministry of Justice reminded the public of the “Criminal Code Amendment [Non-Consensual Sharing of Intimate Images] Act 2021, enacted to combat the distressing issue commonly known as ‘revenge porn.’ A Government spokesperson said, “This legislation criminalises the non-consensual distribution of intimate images, aiming to protect individuals’ privacy and dignity. Attorney-General and Minister of Justice […]

The Special Olympics Bermuda will host its Polar Plunge fundraiser at Shelly Bay Beach on Saturday [March 8]. Participants are encouraged to take to the waters and “embrace the chill and dress up in your best costume for a splash-tastic day of fun and fundraising!” The event, which runs from 10am to noon, will feature […]

Hundreds of local youngsters showcased their running talents during the annual Skyport Magic Mile, Powered by Pacers Track Club, at the Flora Duffy Stadium. In the Four-Year-Old Girls’ race, Yannis DeShields won in 2min 2.10sec, with Amai Caisey second in 2:11.65 and Rickiyah Saltus third in 2:12.92. Leo Butterworth won the Four-Year-Old Boys’ race in […]

The WJT North Central America & Caribbean pre-qualifying tournament in taking place in the Dominican Republic, where the Bermuda’s under-14 boys’ team is vying for a spot in the next phase of the world junior tennis championships. The team, comprising Manuel Maldonado, Raul Maldonado, and Trystan Thompson, faced a tough challenge in their opening match […]

Sprinter Caitlyn Bobb produced a sensational performance on the final day of the ACC indoor championships, breaking the Bermuda national record twice in the women’s 400m to claim a silver medal. Representing Virginia Tech at the Healthcare Sports & Learning Center in Louisville, Kentucky, Bobb started her day by winning her Heat in the 400m […]

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has clarified that the Blockchain Deposit Insurance Corp [BDIC] is “not licensed or registered by the Authority to conduct any regulated activity in or from within Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority] is aware of a number of articles published on several websites which state that the Blockchain […]

[Column written by Martha Harris Myron] A financial remembrance of growing up in “the olden days” in our Bermuda community and a serious reminder that physical cash access is still needed in times of natural catastrophes and lack of digital access. Cash used to be tangible. You could touch it. You could count it. You […]

Four local archers will aim for strong performances at the Las Vegas Shoot, which starts tomorrow [March 5] on the Las Vegas strip. Jaydon Roberts, Camerin Pickering, Robert O’Conner and Robin Selley are representing the island at the final event of the indoor season. The five-day competition is the largest and most prestigious indoor archery […]

Jackson Langley and Skye Ferguson powered through challenging conditions to claim victory in their respective categories at the fourth race of the One Comm BDA Fat Tire Massive mountain bike race series. The rain-soaked and muddy Southlands course provided a stern test for all riders, but Langley and Ferguson showcased their skill and determination to […]

AM Best affirms Vantage Group’s A- [Excellent] ratings with a stable outlook, citing strong finances and improving performance. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” [Excellent] of Vantage Risk Ltd. [Bermuda] and its affiliates, Vantage Risk Specialty Insurance Company […]

AM Best affirms Fidelis’ A [Excellent] ratings with a stable outlook, citing strong capitalization, disciplined underwriting, and solid investment returns. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] of “a” [Excellent] of Fidelis Insurance Bermuda Limited [Bermuda], Fidelis Underwriting Limited […]

March 3 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,703.71, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 28 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 27 […]

Alexcie Burrows and her Virginia State University women’s tennis teammates have kicked off their NCAA division II season in style, securing a resounding 6-1 victory over Mary Baldwin University. Burrows, playing in the number five singles spot, delivered a dominant performance, defeating Lauren Byrnes in straight sets 6-0, 6-1. Her strong showing contributed to the […]

Bermuda College will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a gala at the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club on April 5, honouring distinguished alumni and past Presidents. A spokesperson said, “Distinguished alumni and past Presidents are to be honoured when Bermuda College holds a gala celebrating its 50th anniversary. The event will take place at the Hamilton […]

BELCO announced that its annual Kite Safety Poster competition is open for entries. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO or the Company] today announced the Company’s annual Kite Safety Poster competition is open for entries until 11 April 2025. “The competition is open to Primary 1 and Primary 2 students only, with one […]

The Bermuda Government will mark International Women’s Day with events under the theme #AccelerateAction. A Government spokesperson said, “As celebrations take shape for International Women’s Day [IWD], which is celebrated annually on March 8th, the Government of Bermuda will once again recognise the occasion by hosting a series of events this week to shine a […]

PALS has launched the “It’s Electric” Raffle to raise funds for cancer care, offering prizes including a Hyundai Kona EV, an electric motorbike, and a BELCO voucher. A spokesperson said, “PALS, with support from Auto Solutions, World Distributors, and BELCO, announced the launch of the “It’s Electric” Raffle, running from Monday, March 3rd to Friday, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kamau Leverock has announced his decision to come out of international retirement and is available for selection in Bermuda’s upcoming cricket competitions. The all-rounder initially stepped away from international duty 12 months ago following Bermuda’s exit from the Super Six Stage of the ICC World Cup Challenge League Play-off in Malaysia. […]