Love was literally in the air as Ashton Easton arranged a custom drone light show to propose to Maxanne Caines, with 125 illuminated drones featuring a replica of the engagement ring, the couple’s initials displayed inside a heart and more. A spokesperson said, “On June 20, 2026, Bermuda’s skies played host to a truly unforgettable... Read more of this article
“I rise today to provide this Honorable House with an update on significant workforce development initiatives that continue to strengthen Bermuda’s labour market and advance this Government’s commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for Bermudians,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly... Read more of this article
A police officer “has been arrested on allegations of dishonesty offences,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a serving police officer has been arrested on allegations of dishonesty offences. A full and impartial investigation into the circumstances surrounding this... Read more of this article
“The Commission received 215 intakes, consisting of complaints, queries, and special programme applications, representing a significant increase from the previous reporting year,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [July 10]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr.... Read more of this article
The Human Rights Commission has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting its efforts to protect and promote human rights across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Human Rights Commission has released its 2025 Annual Report, outlining the Commission’s work to protect and promote human rights in Bermuda. “Prepared in accordance with the Human... Read more of this article
The PLP and leadership candidates Curtis Dickinson and Jason Hayward have issued a joint statement about the leadership election. The joint statement – from PLP Chairperson Dawn Simmons, MP Curtis Dickinson and Minister Jason Hayward – said, “The Progressive Labour Party and both candidates for the leadership of the Party, the... Read more of this article
Police renewed their appeal for information on the second anniversary of the fatal shooting deaths of Razi Garland and Amon Robinson. A police spokesperson said, “Friday, 10 July 2026 marks the second anniversary of the tragic double murder of 18 year old Razi Garland and 19 year old Amon Robinson, which occurred at approximately 6:05 a.m. on Wednesday,... Read more of this article
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward encouraged Bermuda’s young people to develop lifelong civic and workplace skills during his remarks at the National Youth Conference’s Civic Skills Bootcamp. Speaking at the event, the Minister said, “Good morning, everyone. It is a pleasure to join you today at the National Youth Conference’s... Read more of this article
Bermuda Hospitals Board has awarded a total of $152,000 in scholarships to 12 students — Anna Francoeur, Jerssiah Hassell-Belboda, Sarah Vijaykumar, Chiyaro Wedderburn, Zekiah Lewis, Christopher Bean, Mishale Corday, Naziah Robinson, Alaysia Swan, Zhi Williams, Keimani Trott and Kimora-Lee Bean — to support their studies in medicine, nursing... Read more of this article
[Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [July 10] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Family Preservation Tier II Program Progress Update, the Human Rights Commission Bermuda Annual Report 2025, Implications of International Travel Restrictions on Access to Overseas Medical Care, and Advancing... Read more of this article
The Department of Health is reminding the public that no one under 18 can legally consent to getting a tattoo and confirmed that officials investigated a local studio following “complaints that minors were being tattooed without their parents’ knowledge or permission” and “the studio’s operating licence has been suspended.” A... Read more of this article
Chubb Bermuda welcomed 25 students to its 2026 Summer Internship Program, including four participants in the Chubb Bermuda Underwriting Program. A spokesperson said, “The 10-week Chubb Underwriting Program is designed for Bermudian university students interested in pursuing careers in the international insurance industry. Through hands-on learning,... Read more of this article
The City of Hamilton is inviting Bermuda’s boating community to register for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, set to take place in Hamilton Harbour on Saturday, December 12. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is calling on Bermuda’s boating community to register today for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, taking place on... Read more of this article
The Department of Marine & Ports advised that the Pink Route ferry service resumed this afternoon [July 9] at 3.45pm following an earlier service disruption. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine & Ports advises that the Pink Route ferry service will resume today [July 9] at 3:45 p.m. “The Department thanks the public... Read more of this article
The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council announced Karen Franks, Yusef Bushara, Lara Hetzel, Ahmed-Yassine Abdellah Chentouf, Nadiyah Brown, Troy Washington, the Chewstick Foundation, Devray Denwiddie, and Zachary Wilson as the first recipients of their 2026 grants. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture and the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Bermudian forward Andrew Armstrong scored as FC Motown II defeated the Hudson Valley Hammers 5-0 to secure a place in the USL League Two playoffs. Jude Essuman opened the scoring in the 11th minute, giving Motown a 1-0 lead at halftime. Julien Lacher doubled the advantage in the 49th minute before Essuman scored his second goal two minutes later. Gabriel... Read more of this article
The seventh installment of the “9 People, 9 Parishes” series features Jonathan Correia sharing the food, waterfront views, and local favourites that make Paget Parish special. The video’s description says, “Paget Parish is where great food, waterfront views, hidden hotspots and island tradition come together, and Jonathan Correia knows exactly... Read more of this article
The Office of Youth Affairs successfully held a Youth Parliament Debate on this evening, with current Youth Parliamentarians and alumni debating whether Bermuda should lower the voting age to 16. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Office of Youth Affairs has set the stage for Bermuda’s next generation of leaders to occupy the central... Read more of this article
Bermudian volleyball players Benjamín Barnett and Connor Somerville competed in their opening two pool matches at the seventh stop of the 2026 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour on Tabyana Beach in Honduras. Following the tournament’s preliminary inquiry and team registrations, the 16-team men’s tournament began with pairings from 13 nations... Read more of this article
The Carlsberg Ocean View Cup is tied at three points each after the opening day of competition between the Eastern and Western Parishes. The tournament features the top 12 finishers from the Eastern Parishes and the top 12 from the Western Parishes based on the Johnnie Walker qualification standings. Ebonie Cox and Vincent Minors gave the East the opening... Read more of this article
Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron maximized his single appearance of the night, guiding High Honor Role to a victory in a competitive trot class event at Harrah’s Hoosier Park. Competing in the fifth race of the evening program, Waldron executed a precise drive to take control of the field. He crossed the finish line first in a winning... Read more of this article
The Lumina Festival recognized 30 graduates of its 10-week Playbook financial education programme with CPA Bermuda-accredited certificates. A spokesperson said, “The Lumina Festival was pleased to honor the graduates of its 10-week financial education programme The Playbook with an award ceremony and a certificate of completion accredited by CPA... Read more of this article
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, July 11th. On Saturday the Carnival Venezia and the Norwegian Jewel cruise ships are expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship, the Norwegian Aqua and the Independence of the Seas cruise ships will arrive, on Wednesday... Read more of this article
July 10 saw 300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $8,100.00 BD. 300 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 1.9% at $27.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,746.91, up 0.13% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for... Read more of this article
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda will hold its “How much would you pay to see me…?” fundraiser on Sunday [July 12], with people set to take on challenges to raise funds at Victoria Park. A spokesperson said, “Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda is bringing the laughs, the surprises, and the outrageous dares back to the stage with... Read more of this article
The City of Hamilton is inviting Bermuda’s boating community to register for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, set to take place in Hamilton Harbour on Saturday, December 12. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is calling on Bermuda’s boating community to register today for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, taking place on... Read more of this article
The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council announced Karen Franks, Yusef Bushara, Lara Hetzel, Ahmed-Yassine Abdellah Chentouf, Nadiyah Brown, Troy Washington, the Chewstick Foundation, Devray Denwiddie, and Zachary Wilson as the first recipients of their 2026 grants. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture and the Bermuda... Read more of this article
The government said that “search efforts remain active following the reported sighting of an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake” and they are ”exploring additional measures, including external expertise and other capture methods to strengthen ongoing search efforts.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Noelle Young] To the Government of Bermuda and the Government of the United Kingdom, Bermuda stands at a unique moment in its history. Through the “Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP]” and the implementation of the “United Nations Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Treaty [High Seas Treaty]”; we have an... Read more of this article
Despite an “intensive search,” the rattlesnake has not yet been located, with officials saying they believe the photograph supplied by the person who reported the sighting “to be genuine” and noting that “the reproductive risk cannot be fully dismissed, as the gender of the snake is not known.” A Government spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
The Judicial Department has announced summer opening hours, which take effect from July 10th. Supreme Court And Court Of Appeal A spokesperson said, “With effect from Friday, 10 July 2026 – Friday, 4 September 2026, all Supreme Court and Court of Appeal Registry locations in the Dame Lois Browne Evans Building and the Government Administration... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Justice has, this afternoon, issued an online public notice advising of the ‘impending release’ of Kevin Leon Goater, a 66-year-old convicted sex offender. The public notice containing more information follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Govt Advisory: Sex Offender To Be Released Sex Offender Devaun Cox To Be Released Sex... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has renewed its appeal for information into the 2016 murder of Fiqre Crockwell, urging members of the public to come forward as the investigation remains active ten years on. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] are renewing their appeal for information in relation to the murder of Fiqre... Read more of this article
Love was literally in the air as Ashton Easton arranged a custom drone light show to propose to Maxanne Caines, with 125 illuminated drones featuring a replica of the engagement ring, the couple’s initials displayed inside a heart and more. A spokesperson said, “On June 20, 2026, Bermuda’s skies played host to a truly unforgettable moment as Navigate... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport announced that “the latest update to the ShoreLink app is now available, making it easier for passengers to use eligible mobile fares even when Wi-Fi or mobile data is not available.” A Government spokesperson said, “This means that eligible ShoreLink mobile tickets can now be checked and accepted... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning the public to remain vigilant against scammers posing as local bank representatives to steal customers’ account information and funds. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to receive reports regarding fraudulent activity targeting members of the public, where individuals posing as representatives... Read more of this article
[Updated] A collision involving two vehicles occurred on South Road in Devonshire this morning [July 8]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious two vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, near the junction with Kent Avenue, Devonshire. “The roadway is now blocked. “Vehicles traveling west on South Road are being diverted... Read more of this article
Police are appealing for witnesses after a single-vehicle motorcycle collision on Mullet Bay Road in St. George’s left a 65-year-old man with a serious head injury. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 2:45 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders, were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving... Read more of this article
A car driver received a ‘minor head injury’ after a car crash which resulted in the car overturning in Smiths this afternoon [July 6], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 2:13 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving... Read more of this article
