Bermuda News Updates

The Pickleball Association of Bermuda has celebrated an impressive showing by local athletes at the International Pickleball Tournament, held just before the Pickleball World Cup, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. More than 30 Bermudian competitors took part, reflecting an impressive cross-section of ages and backgrounds that included juniors as young as eight and seasoned players in […]

A town hall will be held – in St George’s on Monday November 10th — to discuss gang violence and how to make communities safer. A police spokesperson said, “Gang violence affects us all — and your voice matters. You’re invited to a public town hall meeting to share your views and hear directly from His Excellency […]

Two Bermudian powerboat teams, S-12 Team Bermuda Nuff Said and GL Construction / S-25 Team Bermuda, are competing in the Annual Offshore World Championship in Key West, Florida. The week-long event began with a “world’s fastest parade” on Duval Street, which featured both Bermudian teams, as well as the other competitors. Crews rode their towed […]

Bermudian swimmer Elijah Daley recorded three top-20 finishes while competing at the World Aquatics Short Course World Cup in Toronto. Daley, 19, achieved his highest placing in the Men’s 200m Individual Medley, finishing 19th overall with a time of 2:02.64. In the Men’s 100m Individual Medley preliminaries, Daley finished in 20th place with a time […]

The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a stunning aerial view of Astwood Park in Warwick, showcasing the island’s turquoise waters, rugged coastline, and lush greenery. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone […]

Fidelis Insurance Group declared a $0.15 per share dividend, payable by December 23, 2025. In a filing with the BSX, the company said, “Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited, a global specialty insurer, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved and declared a dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on December 23, 2025, to common […]

AM Best has revised the outlook for Golden Tree Reinsurance Limited’s Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to positive from stable, affirming its Financial Strength Rating of B++ [Good] and Long-Term ICR of “bbb” [Good], citing the company’s strongest balance sheet, adequate performance, and sustained growth. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has revised the […]

Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips’ run at the Division One American Fall Individual Tennis Championships ended in the quarter-finals of the doubles competition. Phillips and his Tulane University partner, Hady El Kordy, were defeated 8-4 by Vasco Prata and Ivan Dreycopp of UNC Charlotte in the Men’s Doubles Quarter-Finals. The loss concludes Phillips’ participation in […]

A motorcycle rider has been arrested on suspicion of impaired driving and their passenger has been taken to hospital following a collision involving a bus and a motorcycle in Sandys this evening [Nov 4]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, police and other first responders were dispatched to a […]

Gibbons Company officially opened ‘Palm Lane’ today [Nov 4], a new home store on Reid Street in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “Gibbons Company is proud to announce the grand opening of Palm Lane, a stunning new home store dedicated to elegant island living. Opening today, Palm Lane brings together a curated collection of furniture, bedding, […]

The police are seeking public’s assistance in locating 57-year-old South Korea national Hyoung Park, who was last seen earlier today [Nov 4] when he was ‘boarding a kayak’ and ‘heading out into in the water.’ A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 57-year-old South Korea National, Hyoung […]

A benefit concert to support hurricane relief efforts in Jamaica will be held on Sunday, November 16th. A spokesperson said, “St. Mary the Virgin, Anglican Church, Warwick & The Jamaican Association [Bermuda], supported by the Anglican Church of Bermuda, presents a Benefit Concert in aid of Hurricane Relief in Jamaica. “It will take place at […]

The PLP will host their 62nd Anniversary Black Tie Gala on Saturday, November 8th at the Hamilton Princess under the theme “Leading for the Next Generation.” A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] announces that the keynote speaker for the upcoming 62nd Anniversary Black Tie Gala will now be the Honourable E.P. Chet Greene, Minister […]

A trash truck was removed today [Nov 4] after crashing over an embankment in Paget yesterday. In a statement yesterday, the police said, “Around 1:35 p.m. on Monday, November 3, 2025, police and other first responders were dispatched to a single road traffic collision involving a Department of Works and Engineering trash truck, just east […]

The Department of Planning will host a public information session on November 12th at Penno’s Wharf in St George’s. A Government spokesperson said, “In recognition of World Town Planning Day, the Department of Planning will host an information session on undertaking development within the Town of St. George. “The Town of St. George is cherished for […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] announced the appointment of Linda Parker as Education Officer, bringing her four decades of educational leadership to the organisation’s mission of inspiring environmental stewardship in Bermuda’s students. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Parker joins BZS after a distinguished career spanning 40 years in Bermuda’s education sector, including 20 years in the […]

An event was held today [Nov 4] to celebrate the 176th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese immigrants to Bermuda. In advance of the event, a spokesperson said, “Bermuda will come together to celebrate the rich history and enduring contributions of the Portuguese community at this year’s Celebration of the Arrival of the Portuguese […]

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has issued a five-year prohibition order against Slovakian national Peter Pitoňák. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA], exercising its powers pursuant to the provisions of section 67E of the Investment Funds Act 2006 [IFA] has issued a prohibition order against Mr Peter Pitoňák, a citizen of Slovakia […]

Bugle calls and foot drill practice are helping to engage children across the island as young people deepen their understanding of the significance of Remembrance Day during school visits by the Royal Bermuda Regiment. A spokesperson said, “A team of soldiers and officers has been delivering presentations to pupils over the past two weeks in […]

A JetBlue flight — which was traveling from Boston to Aruba — diverted to Bermuda today [Nov 4] due to a medical emergency on board with a passenger. The Airbus A321 aircraft departed this afternoon heading to its original destination of the Queen Beatrix International Airport in Aruba. Related Stories JetBlue Airways Diverts To Bermuda […]

Butterfield has reopened the doors to its Somerset Banking Centre at 45 Mangrove Bay Road following a “multi-million-dollar investment in its full renovation to enhance the customer experience.” The renovated exterior of Butterfield’s Somerset Banking Centre: A spokesperson said, “The Somerset Banking Centre provides a welcoming, comfortable and convenient environment for all clients, featuring a […]

The Bermuda Post Office will close early tomorrow for a staff event and also resume mail shipments to Canada next week. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Post Office advises the public that all Post Office locations will close tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 12:00 noon for a staff event. The Bermuda Post Office […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has donated medical supplies to help equip Black River Hospital in St Elizabeth, Jamaica following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa. A spokesperson said, “This week, Bermuda Hospitals Board was pleased to donate medical supplies to help equip Black River Hospital in St Elizabeth, Jamaica, which was devastated by Hurricane Melissa. […]

[Written by Scott Steele] The sticks are taped, the jerseys pressed, and anticipation is building across the island. With the ISBHF Men’s Masters World Championship set to begin on November 11 at the Pembroke Community Club, Bermuda’s national Masters team is wrapping up its final week of preparation. From November 11 to 16, teams from […]

BELCO is advising the public that “power has been restored to all customers following Hurricane Melissa.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised residents power has been restored to all customers following Hurricane Melissa. “The peak number of outages was approximately 19,000 customers on the morning of October 31st following the […]

Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips concluded the opening day of the Division One American Fall Individual Tennis Championships with mixed results, with a loss in singles before securing a win in doubles. Competing for Tulane University, Phillips was defeated 6-2, 6-4 in his singles match against Alejandro Jacome from Wichita State University. Phillips then partnered […]

Saltus Grammar School staged a comeback in an entertaining final to win the Primary School Six-a-Side Tournament title after defeating Elliot Primary 3-1. Taka Benza gave Elliot Primary an early lead before Declan O’Sullivan equalised early in the second half. Freddie Webster put Saltus ahead before Isaac Metschnabel sealed the victory with a long-range strike. […]

Bermudian footballer Joshua Joseph scored his first goal for English side Cheadle Heath Nomads in their 3-2 win away to New Mills in the Edward Case Cup. The forward, who helped the Bermuda Under-23 national team win the gold medal at the International Island Games in Orkney, Scotland, last summer, scored in the 46th minute, […]

Trina Roberts, a World Archery Congress committee member, has reflected on attending the recent Swiss Open in Lausanne, Switzerland, in an official capacity. Held at the World Archery Excellence Centre, the event featured more than 300 archers from 32 countries. Roberts, the secretary general at the National Archery Association of Bermuda, also attended a Women’s […]