Bermuda News Updates

A promotions course continued to test the mettle of Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers over the weekend as each of the group aims to earn their first stripe. A spokesperson said, “The Potential Junior Non-Commissioned Officers cadre runs for about six months and allows a Private to move up in rank to Lance Corporal. “It is […]

David Thomas collected a $500 gift voucher that his family won in the Basics Insights giveaway contest. A Government spokesperson said, “Basics Insights, a free text messaging service sponsored by the Department of Education, is a prime method of reminding parents about The Basics Principles. These principles are five fun, simple and powerful ways for […]

The Bermuda Police Service, Bermuda Bankers’ Association and Ageing and Disability Services “continue to remind the public to be vigilant when receiving unsolicited telephone calls, text messages or emails, which may be used to commit fraud, particularly targeting seniors.” A spokesperson said, “In recent weeks BPS investigating officers have received multiple reports of residents being […]

There will be “no through traffic at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital from Point Finger Road to Berry Hill Road from 8am to 4pm on Saturday [June 17],” BHB announced today. A spokesperson said, “All people needing to access services in the Acute Care Wing should enter the hospital campus from Point Finger Road and […]

Desmond Crockwell thanked everyone who supported the Gombey Celebration on Saturday [June 10], noting that they “saw community members from all walks of life come together to promote peace, love, unity and anti-violence.” Desmond Crockwell said, “On behalf of YouthVision Promotions, I would like to thank everyone who came out to support our Gombey Celebration […]

BELCO announced the winners of a prize draw for $500 and $250 BELCO gift certificates for customers who have switched from paper billing to e-billing, with Dawnette Bell winning the $500 gift certificate, while Latisha Perenchief-Leader won the $250 gift certificate. A spokesperson said, “The ebilling prize draw ran through the month of May encouraging customers to […]

“I commend the dedication and commitment shown by the participants in acquiring these valuable skills,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch, following last week’s arboriculture and horticulture training course at the Botanical Gardens. A Government spokesperson said, “The Skills Development Programme [SDP] organised the week-long course and equipped participants with valuable knowledge and […]

On Friday [June 16], Francis Patton Primary School will be hosting a 5K Fun Run/Walk in honour of Florence Sharpe, who will be retiring at the end of June. A spokesperson said, “This is event concludes the week long celebrations at the school for the well-loved educator. Mrs. Sharpe first began teaching at Francis Patton Primary […]

The Bermuda Red Cross, in partnership with QBE Foundation, is inviting the general community to attend a presentation on “Climate Change and Bermuda” by Dr. Mark Guishard at the following Town Hall meeting venues. Date: Thursday, 6 July 2023 Location: St. Paul’s AME Church Hall [Central] Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm Presentation & Refreshments Date: Thursday, 13 July […]

Saying that it is “no longer financially feasible for us to continue operating,” Xtreme Sports Fun Zone in St David’s will permanently close its doors on September 3rd, with the company noting that “the closure of Fun Zone will not affect the operations of Xtreme Sports Ltd., which consists of rentals, team building and event management. […]

The decision by Britain to block Bermuda’s Cannabis Licensing Bill 2022 was the topic of recent discussion in UK Parliament. In September 2023, Bermuda’s UK appointed Governor declined to provide assent to the Cannabis Licensing Bill, which in effect, blocked Bermuda’s ability to implement the legislation which passed in the House of Assembly. During the British Parliament’s […]

Fountain Health, together with Dr Emma Robinson, is raising awareness about infertility during World Infertility Awareness Month [WIAM], recognized every June. A spokesperson said, “Fountain Health, together with Dr Emma Robinson, OBGYN, seeks to raise awareness about infertility during World Infertility Awareness Month, recognized every June. Infertility is when a couple do not conceive after […]

Eighteen swimmers will arrive in Nassau, Bahamas on Wednesday [June 14] to compete in the Bahamas National Swimming Championships, which will take place from June 15th through June 18th. A spokesperson said, “This event replaces the annual CCCAN Swimming Championships the Bermuda National Team typically participate in. The team will be led by National Coaches, Ben […]

The Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA] announced that CG Insurance has returned for a second year as the title sponsor for the upcoming National Road Championship Series. At CG, we are committed to building healthy, active lifestyles by uniting people together in sport. We believe in the importance of the BBA’s vision to develop talent to […]

The 2023 Tulsa Tough Stage Race got underway with Bermudian cyclist Conor White competing in the FC Tulsa Arts Criterium in Oklahoma. White crossed the line clocking a time of 1:07:37; finishing 40th in the race, 0:00:15 behind the Stage Winner Danny Summerhill. Related Stories CG Insurance Cycling Series To Take Place Flannery Competes In […]

The Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey League season resumed following several cancellations due to inclement weather; and a total of 30 goals were scored in a doubleheader at the PCC Hockey Rink. Tuckers Town Tropics 5 St. David’s Islanders 10 In the opener, the St. David’s Islanders defeated the Tuckers Town Tropics 10 – 5. Three […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Budding Bermudian artist Keshun Burrows has completed his first mural at Rock Island Coffee Shop on Reid Street, Hamilton. Mr Burrows was contacted by Sami Lill, creative director of local creative studio Uber Super Duper, after reading a Bernews interview with Mr Burrows published in December last year in which the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Junior athletes from OpenMat Bermuda have returned to the island with 15 medals won at the Grappling Industries Brooklyn BJJ GI and Noji Round-Robin Tournament at the weekend. Twelve youngsters represented the Mills Creek Road gym at the Major R. Owens Health and Wellness Community Centre in Brooklyn, New York. Winning […]

The Government is “amending the Financial Assistance Act 2001 and the Financial Assistance Regulations 2004 to provide abled-bodied financial assistance recipients who reach the maximum period of seven years during a fiscal period with a reduced award until they can secure gainful employment or progress out of eligibility.” A Government spokesperson said, “Previously, recipients could […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is urging members of the public to no drive, ride or operate a watercraft while intoxicated and exercise caution when out socialising. A police spokesperson said, “With the official start of summer almost here, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware that a variety of public events are scheduled, at both […]

Family Centre announced today that the chairperson of its Board of Directors, Justin Freisenbruch, has stepped down after a total of eighteen years of service with the last seven years as Board Chair, and the Board of Directors unanimously elected Board member Venetta Symonds as the new Board Chair, effective June 7, 2023. A spokesperson […]

Seventeen educators – Romeika Brangman, Patrick Calow, Asia Denkins, Kenneth Dill, Dee-AH Iris, Sophia Iris, Michelle Law, Celine Morton, Juma Mouchette, Julie Peets, Renee’ Riley, April Roach-Maule, Kelli Robinson, Alexis Smith, Quin-sae Smith, Katrina Stowe, and Letitia Williams — completed the Bermuda Teacher Induction Programme. “Seventeen committed educators celebrated their successful completion of the Bermuda Teacher […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Sussex Sharks are missing talented Bermuda captain Delray Rawlins, says the club’s head coach Paul Farbrace. Rawlins has yet to play in the T20 Vitality Blast this season after being granted personal leave to return to the island, where he is playing for Premier Division 50-over side Bailey’s Bay. The 25-year-old is […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 12] include appointment of marriage officer, boards appointments and notice of intended marriage. Maritime Marriage Officer: Harry Morley Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointment of Marriage Officer [Maritime] Notice ID: GN0504/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 12 June 2023 Appointment Of Maritime Marriage […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

The Ministry of Health is inviting members of the community who have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease [CKD] to participate in a Chronic Kidney Disease Community Survey. A spokesperson said, “As part of the ongoing efforts to improve access to affordable, quality healthcare for all Bermuda residents through universal health coverage and health system […]

The BBA National Road Race Championship will take place on Sunday [June 18] and will result in some road closures. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that the BBA National Road Race Championship will take place on Sunday, June 18th, 2023 between the hours of 7:30 am and […]

Tuesday, June 13 is expected to see sunny breaks and a few showers around, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and […]