Bermuda News Updates

A new documentary titled ‘Bus Stop Mural: Legacy of Somerset’ premiered at Sandys Secondary Middle School, with additional showings scheduled for this weekend. Dale Butler previously said, “When Barbara Dillas, art teacher and mentor, decided to add to the art shows and murals she had completed in Somerset, she had no idea that her creative flair […]

As part of his official visit to Bermuda, the United Nations Resident Coordinator for Bermuda, Jamaica, The Bahamas, the Cayman Islands, and the Turks and Caicos Islands, Mr. Dennis Zulu, continued his series of engagements with key Government ministers, focusing on regional development priorities and deepening cooperation with the United Nations system. A Government spokesperson […]

Bermudian golfer Oliver Betschart secured a fifth-place finish at the Veritex Bank Byron Nelson Junior Championship, held at Lakewood Country Club. The tournament featured an 84-player field competing across 54 holes of stroke play. Betschart posted consistent rounds of 70 and 71 before carding a final round of 68. His total score of 209, one-under […]

Adam Hall’s Nashville Sounds had their match against Gwinnett Stripers in Minor League Baseball postponed last night [June 6] because of bad weather. The two teams will face each other in a double-header today. The Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Major League Baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers, where Bermudian Hall spent part of […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, June 7th. On Saturday the Carnival Venezia cruise ship, the Silver Shadow and the Vision of the Seas cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship will arrive, and on Monday the Oleander […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment reminds the public that paving on Mullet Bay Road will begin next week, with weekday lane closures continuing through 11 July 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment would like to provide an update and reminder about ongoing roadwork in St. George’s. “The […]

Police executed a warrant at a Pembroke residence, seizing a firearm and ammunition and arresting a 23-year-old man. A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:00pm on Thursday, June 5, 2025, police executed a warrant at a Pembroke residence, as part of an ongoing investigation. “During the operation, officers recovered a firearm and ammunition. A 23-year-old male […]

Fredrick R. Hassell’s book ‘Flog Your Memory, Write It Down’ contains “elements of philosophy, ethics, mental health boosters, religion, politics, and the aesthetic beauty of the island.” Mr Hassell stated, “My book, Flog Your Memory, Write It Down, is available on Amazon [ISBN 979 831 2876 185] and at the Bermuda Book Store. The Bermuda […]

Tracy Berkeley has “resigned from her role at the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA],” the BTA Board said today. A spokesperson said, “We can confirm that Tracy Berkeley has resigned from her role at the Bermuda Tourism Authority. Ms Berkeley joined the organisation in 2020 and played a key leadership role in navigating the challenges of […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour advised “that a fraudulent TikTok account has been created using the name and image of the Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward.” A Government spokesperson said, “The account in question, located here, is not authorised, endorsed, or operated by Minister Hayward or the Ministry. It was created to […]

Harrington Sound Primary School buzzed with excitement as students, teachers, and parents gathered for its recent Science Fair. Students from Year 1 through Year 6 showcased their curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills through themed exhibits and investigations. The fair was divided into two age-appropriate sections, with the Lower School students participating in a poster […]

The Central American and Caribbean Bowling Confederation Championships resumed with the trios competitions, in which Bermuda fielded two teams. The Bermudian trio of Michael Honore, Damien Matthews, and David Maycock finished 16th overall with a total of 3,547 pins. Their highest game was 638 pins. The team of Blake Raynor, Jamel Bean, and Dayvon Tucker […]

The late Leslie Robinson will be posthumously awarded the 2025 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding leadership, mentorship, and transformative impact on Bermuda’s captive insurance industry. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Captive Conference is proud to announce that the late Leslie Robinson will be posthumously awarded the 2025 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award, […]

Bermudian football legend Clyde Best has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Sport by the University of Sunderland in London. A spokesperson said, “Clyde Best MBE, former West Ham striker and the first Black football superstar of the modern TV era, has received an Honorary Doctorate of Sport from the University of Sunderland in London. […]

The Deloitte Open Tennis Tournament continued to deliver thrilling action at the Pomander Gate Tennis Club. Men’s Singles – 45 & Over Semi-Final 6 6 Michael Toyer defeated 1 0 Rich Daley 6 6 Kendall Stephenson Cuffy 0 0 Tom Allason Men’s A Singles Consolation Semi-Final 6 7 William Britten defeated 1 5 Chase Mccrimmon […]

Bermudian harness pony driver Kiwon Waldron competed in six races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, achieving varied results across pace and trot classes. In race 2 [trot class], Waldron guided Pure Crystal to a fourth-place finish with a time of 1:59.3. Waldron and Pete Said finished 10th in race 4 [pace class], recording a […]

The Bermuda Softball League season continued at the Michael Preece Softball Diamond with two games producing a combined 83 runs. In the first game, the Bad News Beers defeated the Fundamental Standpoints 22-11. Jannis Roberts of the Bad News Beers went 3 for 5 with six RBIs. Dylan Somerville of the Fundamental Standpoints went 3 […]

Bermuda cricketer Chare Smith shone with the ball in Frenchay’s recent 52-run victory over Pak Bristolians. Batting first, Frenchay scored 245 for the loss of seven wickets in their 50 overs. Smith did not bat. In reply, Pak Bristolians were bowled out for 193. Seam bowler Smith took three wickets for 31 runs from seven […]

[Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Marcus Jones] Let’s be S.M.A.R.T. We live in a capitalist society, where the private sector focuses on generating the most profits by maximising its revenue while minimising its expenditure. That is how it measures its performance. Alternatively, the public sector aims to produce balanced budgets while providing optimum […]

The 21st Bermuda Captive Conference on ‘Reimagining Risk’ will be held September 9-11 at Hamilton Princess, with PwC sponsoring and sharing insights on captive insurance innovation. A spokesperson said, “The 21st Bermuda Captive Conference, taking place from 9-11 September at the Hamilton Princess, will focus on the theme of ‘Reimagining Risk’. PwC is proud to […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] “wishes to make clear the correct procedure for patients to follow in the event they wish to change their primary care doctor on record with the BHB” as “an erroneous message from a local physician was sent out that seems to be causing concern.” A spokesperson said: “If your primary […]

“I encourage all employers, work permit holders, agents, and the public to participate in the consultative process” on the Work Permit Policy 2025, Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. “Following the consultation period, all feedback will be considered, and the Work Permit Policy document will be finalised, prior to its coming into effect […]

After six decades of service, including 25 years as President, Shervin Dill has stepped down from North Village Community Club. A spokesperson said, “After an extraordinary 60 years of dedicated service to the North Village Community Club [NVCC], longtime President Shervin Dill has officially stepped down, marking the end of a truly remarkable era. “Mr. […]