Photos & Videos: Fire Safety Awareness Week

Photos & Videos: Fire Safety Awareness Week

The Minister of National Security Michael Weeks delivered remarks at the Hamilton Fire Station to officially open Fire Safety Awareness Week 2025. The annual observance, led by the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, aims to raise public awareness about fire prevention and safety practices across the island. Minister of National Security Michael Weeks... Read more of this article

Video: Police Hold Press Conference

Video: Police Hold Press Conference

The police held a press conference today [Oct 6] to provide updates on increased police patrols following the recent fatal shootings, including information on arrests, charges, items seized and more. Related Stories Robbery At Champs Variety On Glebe Road Video: Police On Attempted Robbery In Warwick Video: BPS Commissioner On Recent Robberies Video:... Read more of this article

RA: Exploring Floating Solar Initiative

RA: Exploring Floating Solar Initiative

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] has launched an “open call for developers to explore floating solar technology, an innovation that could see solar panels installed on water, delivering clean power without taking up valuable land.” A spokesperson said, “With space on the island at a premium, traditional large-scale solar farms... Read more of this article

Shaleeah Simmons Joins Arches Podiatry

Shaleeah Simmons Joins Arches Podiatry

Arches Podiatry has welcomed Bermudian podiatrist Shaleeah Simmons to their team. A spokesperson said, “Arches Podiatry is pleased to announce the addition of Shaleeah Simmons, BSc [Hons], HCPC Registered Podiatrist, to their growing team of foot and ankle care professionals. “Born and raised in Bermuda, Shaleeah brings a wealth of international... Read more of this article

Disqualified Driver Arrested After Incident

Disqualified Driver Arrested After Incident

A 27-year-old man attempted to drive through a collision scene and was subsequently arrested for “offensive and threatening behaviour as well as driving while disqualified.” A police spokesperson said, “Police officers were attending a road traffic collision near the Manor House on Harrington Sound Road around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday,... Read more of this article

Planning Guidelines For Hurricane Repairs

Planning Guidelines For Hurricane Repairs

The Department of Planning has issued guidelines to assist property owners with repairs following Hurricane Imelda. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Planning recognises the urgency of repairing storm damage following Hurricane Imelda and is committed to assisting property owners through the process. Technical officers are available... Read more of this article

ICO Awards Breakfast For Information Officers

ICO Awards Breakfast For Information Officers

The Information Commissioner’s Office held an Awards Breakfast for Information Officers. A spokesperson said, “The Information Commissioner’s Office recently hosted an ‘Awards Breakfast for Information Officers’ to recognise International Day for Universal Access to Information and in celebration of ten years of public access to information... Read more of this article


Jarryd Dillas Chasing Tour Qualifying Spot

Jarryd Dillas Chasing Tour Qualifying Spot

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jarryd Dillas will be hoping to qualify for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship for a third time when he competes in the Local Qualifier at Port Royal Golf Course tomorrow [October 7]. Dillas will be among the island’s top golfers aiming to claim one of three coveted exemption spots into Bermuda’s flagship PGA Tour event... Read more of this article

OBA Makes Changes To Shadow Ministries

OBA Makes Changes To Shadow Ministries

Four new Shadow Ministry appointments have been announced by the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA], with Jarion Richardson, Craig Cannonier, Linda Smith, Robin Tucker taking on new roles. Mr. Richardson, the former Opposition Leader, is now the Shadow Minister of Cabinet and Digital Innovation, Mr. Cannonier is Shadow Minister of Health/Whip, Ms. Smith is... Read more of this article

Athene Awards Scholarships To Four Students

Athene Awards Scholarships To Four Students

Four Bermuda College students – Chris Pitcher, I’Aura Golding, Ny’Kie Da Costa-Zuill, and Sarah Marshall – have been awarded full scholarships from Athene. A spokesperson said, “Four Bermuda College students have been awarded full scholarships from Athene for the 2025-2026 school year. Each scholarship covers the full costs... Read more of this article

Minister Hayward Attends ILO Regional Meeting

Minister Hayward Attends ILO Regional Meeting

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward recently attended the International Labour Organisation’s 20th Regional Meeting for the Americas in the Dominican Republic. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, represented Bermuda at the International Labour Organisation’s [ILO]... Read more of this article

Premier David Burt Meets European Leaders

Premier David Burt Meets European Leaders

Last week, the Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt travelled to Europe for a trip that “advanced Bermuda’s interests in re/insurance, digital assets, and international taxation.” A Government spokesperson said, “The visit began in Dublin, Ireland, where Premier Burt was invited to deliver a keynote speech and participate... Read more of this article


VIDEOS

Photos & Videos: Fire Safety Awareness Week

Photos & Videos: Fire Safety Awareness Week

The Minister of National Security Michael Weeks delivered remarks at the Hamilton Fire Station to officially open Fire Safety Awareness Week 2025. The annual observance, led by the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, aims to raise public awareness about fire prevention and safety practices across the island. Minister of National Security Michael Weeks... Read more of this article

Video: Police Hold Press Conference

Video: Police Hold Press Conference

The police held a press conference today [Oct 6] to provide updates on increased police patrols following the recent fatal shootings, including information on arrests, charges, items seized and more. Related Stories Robbery At Champs Variety On Glebe Road Video: Police On Attempted Robbery In Warwick Video: BPS Commissioner On Recent Robberies Video:... Read more of this article

Jacob Madeiros Scores Goals For Columbia

Jacob Madeiros Scores Goals For Columbia

[Updated with video] Bermudian footballer Jacob Madeiros has continued his scoring form for Columbia College with goals against Montreat College and Reinhhardt University. Maderios scored in a 3-0 win away to Montreat on Wednesday [October 1] before netting again in a 3-0 win away to Reinhardt on Saturday. The freshman striker, who has represented Bermuda... Read more of this article

SPORTS

Blake Montgomery Helps Wisconsin Win

Blake Montgomery Helps Wisconsin Win

Bermudian ice hockey player Blake Montgomery helped the University of Wisconsin Badgers men’s team defeat Lindenwood Lions 7-2 at the Centene Community Ice Centre in Missouri. Defenceman Montgomery also contributed to his side’s 3-0 win over the same opposition in the opening match of the season. Montgomery played a key role in the London Knights... Read more of this article

Burch-Waldron Scores Twice For Sutton

Burch-Waldron Scores Twice For Sutton

Bermuda footballer K’Shaela Burch-Waldron scored twice for Sutton United Women in a 5-2 home win against Penn & Tylers Green in the Adobe Women’s FA Cup third qualifying round at the weekend. Waldron found the net in the 22nd minute to give her side a 2-1 lead before scoring again in the 88th minute to make it 3-2. Sutton United Women are... Read more of this article

Jamin Hodgkins’ Pacific Pride Beat Seattle

Jamin Hodgkins’ Pacific Pride Beat Seattle

Bermudian rugby union player Jamin Hodgkins and his Pacific Pride team-mates defeated a touring Seattle side 57-36 in an exhibition match at the Juan de Fuca Grounds in Colwood in Canada. A former Bermuda Under-19 international and Warwick Academy student, Hodgkins plays as a fly-half or fullback. Hodgkins, who is eligible for Canada, represented the... Read more of this article

BUSINESS

Sarah Blair Appointed As Head Of Employment

Sarah Blair Appointed As Head Of Employment

Conyers has appointed Sarah Blair as Head of Employment, further strengthening the firm’s Employment & Immigration practice. A spokesperson said, “Sarah has been with Conyers for 6 years. She brings a wealth of experience in employment and regulatory law, dispute resolution and data protection. She regularly handles matters for clients... Read more of this article

BMA Launches World Investor Week

BMA Launches World Investor Week

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has launched its ninth annual World Investor Week campaign to promote investor education, protection, and online safety from October 6-12. A spokesperson said, “The ninth annual celebration of World Investor Week starts today with a public education campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of... Read more of this article

Appleby Partners To Speak At Step Conference

Appleby Partners To Speak At Step Conference

Appleby Bermuda will sponsor the STEP Bermuda Conference on October 16 and 17 at the BUEI, where Partners Claire van Overdijk KC and Carlos de Serpa Pimentel will be among the speakers. A spokesperson said, “Appleby Bermuda is pleased to be a sponsor of the STEP Bermuda Conference taking place on 16 & 17 October at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration... Read more of this article

ENTERTAINMENT

“Ultra Fan Zone” At Friday’s Football Match

“Ultra Fan Zone” At Friday’s Football Match

An Ultra Fan Zone [UFZ] will be held in advance of the football game this Friday [Oct 10] with face painting, music, food vendors, the Gombeys and more. A spokesperson said, “Get ready Bermuda! OFFLEVEL is bringing the energy, the vibes, and the ultimate football experience back with the Ultra Fan Zone [UFZ] for all Bermuda CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers.... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: PLP Cancer Awareness Event

Photos & Video: PLP Cancer Awareness Event

The PLP Women’s Caucus hosted a Breast Cancer Awareness Breakfast this weekend, with part proceeds supporting the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre, a scholarship in honour of the late Ann Webb, and outreach programs. A spokesperson previously said, “The Women’s Caucus of the Progressive Labour Party invites the community to attend a Breast Cancer... Read more of this article

City Announces Updates For Taste Of Bermuda

City Announces Updates For Taste Of Bermuda

The City of Hamilton is preparing for Taste of Bermuda 2025, unveiling road closures, event highlights, and new features for this year’s expanded food festival. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is gearing up for Taste of Bermuda 2025 and is sharing important road closure information, event highlights, and new details about this year’s... Read more of this article


ENVIRONMENT

RA: Exploring Floating Solar Initiative

RA: Exploring Floating Solar Initiative

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] has launched an “open call for developers to explore floating solar technology, an innovation that could see solar panels installed on water, delivering clean power without taking up valuable land.” A spokesperson said, “With space on the island at a premium, traditional large-scale solar farms... Read more of this article

Lions Club Take Part In Paget Clean-Up

Lions Club Take Part In Paget Clean-Up

Members of the Lions Clubs of Bermuda joined forces with the environmental charity Keep Bermuda Beautiful for a hands-on clean-up operation. Lions, Leos, Cubs, parents, and friends participated in the “Sea of Change” Coastal Clean-up at East Broadway/Crow Lane in Paget, working together to protect Bermuda’s shoreline. Over the course of the clean-up,... Read more of this article

KBB Partners With EY For Annual Cleanup

KBB Partners With EY For Annual Cleanup

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is partnering with EY Bermuda for the annual Island-Wide Coastal Cleanup, running today [Sept 26] through October 5. A spokesperson said, “Keep Bermuda Beautiful is proud to announce the continuation of its long-standing partnership with EY Bermuda for the 2025 annual Island-Wide Coastal Cleanup. This year’s campaign... Read more of this article

CRIME

Video: Police Hold Press Conference

Video: Police Hold Press Conference

The police held a press conference today [Oct 6] to provide updates on increased police patrols following the recent fatal shootings, including information on arrests, charges, items seized and more. Related Stories Robbery At Champs Variety On Glebe Road Video: Police On Attempted Robbery In Warwick Video: BPS Commissioner On Recent Robberies Video:... Read more of this article

Disqualified Driver Arrested After Incident

Disqualified Driver Arrested After Incident

A 27-year-old man attempted to drive through a collision scene and was subsequently arrested for “offensive and threatening behaviour as well as driving while disqualified.” A police spokesperson said, “Police officers were attending a road traffic collision near the Manor House on Harrington Sound Road around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday,... Read more of this article

Sentencing Guidelines Committee Formed

Sentencing Guidelines Committee Formed

A Sentencing Guidelines Committee has been established, and the first phase will be to work on sentencing guidelines for offences such as drug offences, causing death by driving offences, bladed articles and assaults and the Committee will include public consultation. A spokesperson said, “The Chief Justice of Bermuda Mr. Larry Mussenden is pleased... Read more of this article

TECHNOLOGY

RA: Exploring Floating Solar Initiative

RA: Exploring Floating Solar Initiative

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] has launched an “open call for developers to explore floating solar technology, an innovation that could see solar panels installed on water, delivering clean power without taking up valuable land.” A spokesperson said, “With space on the island at a premium, traditional large-scale solar farms are difficult to... Read more of this article

BELCO Restore Power To 17,000 Customers

BELCO Restore Power To 17,000 Customers

BELCO has restored power to more than 17,000 customers since Hurricane Imelda, with approximately 600 customers remaining without power as of this afternoon, A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] crews continue restoration efforts following the damage caused by Hurricane Imelda. “Since the storm peaked with approximately 18,000... Read more of this article

Video: BWS Launches Balloon Before Imelda

Video: BWS Launches Balloon Before Imelda

The BWS team launched a weather balloon ahead of Hurricane Imelda, gathering “critical observational data.” The Bermuda Weather Service posted the video below online and said, “The diligent and dedicated team at BWS managed to release a weather balloon ahead of the onset of Hurricane Imelda in order to obtain critical observational data. This data helped... Read more of this article

ACCIDENTS & FIRES

Video: Fire Safety Awareness Week

Video: Fire Safety Awareness Week

[Updated with video] The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS] will observe Fire Safety Awareness Week from October 6-11th, highlighting the growing risks of lithium-ion battery fires and providing the community with practical fire prevention advice. Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said: “Fire prevention starts at home. “Every household... Read more of this article

Male Dies Following Collision In Sandys

Male Dies Following Collision In Sandys

A male motorcycle rider has died following a collision in Sandys, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Police and emergency services responded to reports of a serious road traffic involving a motorcar and a motorcycle on Malabar Road, Sandys, in the vicinity of Boaz Island, around 9:40pm on Monday, 29 September, 2025. “Preliminary... Read more of this article

One Person Injured In Two Vehicle Collision

One Person Injured In Two Vehicle Collision

A collision involving at least two motorcycles in Devonshire left one male unconscious. A police spokesperson said, “At 6:38 p.m. on Thursday, 25th September 2025, police and first responders were dispatched to a private residence in Devonshire, following reports that a young male had been involved in a road traffic collision moments earlier in... Read more of this article


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