Appleby Bermuda has promoted Lalita Vaswani, Jane Walker, Arielle DeSilva, Melinda Mayne, Luisa Olander, and Ojeda Smith. A spokesperson said, “Appleby Bermuda is pleased to announce six promotions – all women – with half having initially joined the firm as legal trainees. Lalita Vaswani has been promoted to Partner and Jane Walker has been... Read more of this article
The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [April 2], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include Update on 2025 Ministry of Education Scholarships and Awards, Upgrade of the CCTV Network Update, National Fire Chiefs Council Peer-Led Review of the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, Recent Youth Violence in Our Community, and the Dementia... Read more of this article
Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne has “commenced a series of engagements with Ministry departments and stakeholders to address key matters and priorities.” A Government spokesperson said, “These meetings mark the beginning of Minister Lightbourne’s commitment to strengthening relationships across the Ministry and ensuring... Read more of this article
Chancery Legal has promoted Tanisha Butler to Director of Litigation and Aqueelah Simmons to Senior Legal Counsel. A spokesperson said, “Chancery Legal Ltd. is delighted to announce that two Bermudian attorneys have been promoted within the Firm. “Tanisha Butler has been promoted to Director of Litigation. Ms. Butler will now be responsible... Read more of this article
The National Museum of Bermuda announced a call for papers for a Special Issue of the Bermuda Journal of Archaeology and Maritime History, dedicated to “exploring the diverse and impactful history of women in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Scholars and graduate students are invited to contribute original research and essays that... Read more of this article
Island Trading Limited donated over $8,000 worth of RedKap workwear clothing—including work shirts, work pants, and work shorts—to P.A.L.S. Thrift Shop. A spokesperson said, “This contribution will help fund P.A.L.S. mission of providing quality, in-home care and assistance to cancer patients and their families, enhancing their quality of... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society hosted its 3rd Annual “Eat’Um to Beat’Um” Lionfish Chowder Competition at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo. A spokesperson previously said, “Lionfish are an invasive species in the Atlantic Ocean and have been in Bermuda waters for over two decades. They are aggressive predators, consuming 70 types... Read more of this article
CG and Zest Wellness hosted an event focusing on exploring how “Bermuda can become the first Blue Zone island in the Atlantic,” with Blue Zones described as ‘regions where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives.’ A spokesperson said, “CG and its wellness programme, Zest Wellness, successfully hosted ‘A... Read more of this article
Year 9 students at BHS put their entrepreneurial skills to the test at this year’s Enterprise Pitch Competition, an initiative designed to develop business knowledge, critical thinking, and confidence in presenting ideas. A spokesperson said, “Sponsored by Walkers [Bermuda] Ltd and supported by Ignite Bermuda, the competition allowed students to... Read more of this article
Altura Workspaces — a flexible office space — has opened on Queen Street in Hamilton, with the company saying it is “designed to meet the evolving needs of modern professionals, entrepreneurs, and businesses.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s professional landscape is reaching new heights with the launch of Altura Workspaces,... Read more of this article
The head of British Defence Staff in the US visited Bermuda and held meetings with the Governor and the RBR Commanding Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel Duncan Simons A spokesperson said, “A visit to Bermuda by the head of British Defence Staff in the US [BDSUS] allowed the Royal Bermuda Regiment to provide updates on its recent progress and explore... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt has offered an uplifting message in recognition of Eid al-Fitr, saying “Bermuda continues to be enriched by the contributions of our Muslim community, whose dedication to service and family life strengthens our society.” A Government spokesperson said, “In recognition of Eid al-Fitr 2025, which was celebrated by... Read more of this article
Bermuda Is Love offer two $5,000 scholarships, two ‘executive members’ of BTA on ‘leave’, Bermuda Pie Company moves to Hamilton, Bermuda College’s 50th Anniversary Gala to feature student chefs & bartenders, Ryan Outerbridge breaks school record & wins race, Krista Dyer ready for Sanda World Cup and Run for Her Relay are some of the... Read more of this article
[Written by Vejay Steede] After some serious turbulence over the last six months or so, Bermuda Pie Company [BPCo.] is back this week – with a new location, and a renewed drive to get their amazing burgers and pies forged into legend. “It’s been a long six months, but we’re back! We’ve got the same delicious pies, our award-winning burgers,... Read more of this article
The BTA Board of Directors confirmed that “two executive members of staff are currently on administrative leave” and Erin Wright is currently serving as the Acting CEO. A BTA spokesperson said, “In response to the numerous queries received by the BTA, the Board of Directors confirms that two executive members of staff are currently... Read more of this article
Soca Versus Reggae [SVR] will be held this August, with the organizer saying “this return promises to be momentous.” A spokesperson said, “In the years since Soca Versus Reggae [SVR] last lit up a sparkling Bermuda night, we’ve lost a lot. SVR was an unqualified highlight of our annual Emancipation celebrations for over a decade. It... Read more of this article
Guests attending Bermuda College’s 50th Anniversary Gala can look forward to more than just a celebration — they will experience the exceptional talent and creativity of the College’s culinary arts and hospitality students in action. A spokesperson said, “Culinary arts students will collaborate with the team at the Hamilton Princess &... Read more of this article
Bermuda Is Love announced the launch of its 2025 Scholarship Program, offering two Bermudian students the opportunity to receive $5,000 each toward their tuition. A spokesperson said, “At Bermuda Is Love, we believe that higher education is a fundamental human right and should be made accessible to all. This scholarship aims to support individuals... Read more of this article
During March, Bernews posted over 100 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included Zane Desilva’s election as new Deputy Leader, Skyport Magic Mile live stream, St. Baldrick’s fundraising event, start of Lindo’s to Lindo’s Race, Convening... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society hosted its 3rd Annual “Eat’Um to Beat’Um” Lionfish Chowder Competition at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo. A spokesperson previously said, “Lionfish are an invasive species in the Atlantic Ocean and have been in Bermuda waters for over two decades. They are aggressive predators, consuming 70 types... Read more of this article
Bermuda Is Love offer two $5,000 scholarships, two ‘executive members’ of BTA on ‘leave’, Bermuda Pie Company moves to Hamilton, Bermuda College’s 50th Anniversary Gala to feature student chefs & bartenders, Ryan Outerbridge breaks school record & wins race, Krista Dyer ready for Sanda World Cup and Run for Her Relay are some of the... Read more of this article
Eckerd Open Sailing team, featuring Jordan Vieira and Paul Rodrigues Jr., secured a strong second-place finish at the Sailpack Oriental Intercollegiate over the weekend. Vieira and Tia Soultanakis led the A division with 38 points, securing a third-place finish in their division. They began the event with a runner-up finish in the first race and followed... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a happy emoji enjoying a game of cricket. 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 wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and check... Read more of this article
Livingstone College hosted its 2nd annual Livingstone Blue Bear Invitational track and field meet at Memorial Stadium, and the meet featured a unique Bermudian family connection, with siblings Brijette Basden and Tajer Basden representing different universities. Brijette Basden competed for Shaw University women’s track & field. She took part... Read more of this article
The Bank of Butterfield repurchased for cancellation 357,464 common shares at an average price of $38.02 per share in March 2025. The filing with the BSX stated, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited informs the Bermuda Stock Exchange that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the Bermuda Stock Exchange Listing Regulations, the company repurchased... Read more of this article
April 1 saw 10,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $70,750.00 BD. 10,000 shares were traded by LOM Financial Limited, closing up 12.0% at $7.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,564.08, up 0.24% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda... Read more of this article
Appleby Bermuda has promoted Lalita Vaswani, Jane Walker, Arielle DeSilva, Melinda Mayne, Luisa Olander, and Ojeda Smith. A spokesperson said, “Appleby Bermuda is pleased to announce six promotions – all women – with half having initially joined the firm as legal trainees. Lalita Vaswani has been promoted to Partner and Jane Walker has been... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society hosted its 3rd Annual “Eat’Um to Beat’Um” Lionfish Chowder Competition at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo. A spokesperson previously said, “Lionfish are an invasive species in the Atlantic Ocean and have been in Bermuda waters for over two decades. They are aggressive predators, consuming 70 types... Read more of this article
[Written by Vejay Steede] After some serious turbulence over the last six months or so, Bermuda Pie Company [BPCo.] is back this week – with a new location, and a renewed drive to get their amazing burgers and pies forged into legend. “It’s been a long six months, but we’re back! We’ve got the same delicious pies, our award-winning burgers,... Read more of this article
Soca Versus Reggae [SVR] will be held this August, with the organizer saying “this return promises to be momentous.” A spokesperson said, “In the years since Soca Versus Reggae [SVR] last lit up a sparkling Bermuda night, we’ve lost a lot. SVR was an unqualified highlight of our annual Emancipation celebrations for over a decade. It... Read more of this article
The Bermuda National Trust’s annual nature walk for children took place at Spittal Pond today [April 1]. A spokesperson said, “Sponsored by Arch, this free guided tour aims to inspire young people with a love for Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage. “Around 200 children, parents, grandparents, and camp leaders participated in the... Read more of this article
The Botanical Gardens will be closed on April 6 and 7 for preparation ahead of the 2025 Agricultural Exhibition. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment, in collaboration with the Department of Parks, advises the public that the Botanical Gardens will be closed to all public access on Sunday, 6 April and... Read more of this article
BEST [Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce] and Bermuda College will host a free Lunch & Learn ‘Leveraging Service to Jumpstart Your Career’ on Thursday [March 27] featuring Zayne Sinclair. A spokesperson said, “The community is invited to attend ‘Leveraging Service to Jumpstart Your Career’ on Thursday, March 27th at Bermuda... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning residents about a recurring phone scam in which fraudsters pose as BPS officers with an aim to steal personal and financial information. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of scammers calling local residents claiming to work for the BPS and requesting personal information,... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by MP Robert King] This island is in crisis because this government has not taken its responsibility to protect children, women and the vulnerable persons in this community from violence and injury suffered due to persons who choose to hurt people. Dangerous driving behaviour, including drinking and driving on our roads, has... Read more of this article
Police have launched an investigation following a “report of suspicious activity outside a private residence” in Spanish Point, with the occupants hearing a strange noise outside a window, then observing two individuals running out of the driveway and “two rounds of suspected live ammunition” being recovered at the scene. A... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a happy emoji enjoying a game of cricket. 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 wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and check back on Bernews... Read more of this article
DropIt has unveiled a fresh new look for its website along with a new mobile phone app, with the company saying it makes it “easier than ever for customers to do their shopping on-the-go, with a seamless, high-end experience tailored for convenience.” A spokesperson said, “DropIt’s new look features a more modern, user-friendly interface and improved... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning residents about a recurring phone scam in which fraudsters pose as BPS officers with an aim to steal personal and financial information. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of scammers calling local residents claiming to work for the BPS and requesting personal information, as well as financial... Read more of this article
There was two-vehicle road traffic collision involving a car and a motorcycle in Southampton this afternoon [March 22]. A police spokesperson said, “Just before 2:30 PM on Saturday, March 22, 2025, police and first responders were called to the scene of a serious two-vehicle collision east of Seymour Farm Road in Southampton. “Reports indicate that... Read more of this article
There was a collision involving a car and two motorcycles in Smith’s on Monday [March 17]. A police spokesperson said, “Inquiries continue regarding a reported three vehicle collision in Smith’s parish, involving a car and two motorcycles that occurred around 6:50pm Monday, 17th March 2025. “It now appears that the car was being driven out... Read more of this article
There was a collision involving a motor car and a motorcycle in Devonshire this morning [March 10]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a road traffic collision involving a motor car and a motorcycle near the junction of Chaingate Hill and Middle Road, Devonshire. “The scene is currently being processed with traffic diversions in... Read more of this article
