2026 Single-Use Plastics Act Legislation

2026 Single-Use Plastics Act Legislation

The Single-Use Plastics Act 2026 is a “Bill designed not to ban every item overnight, but to establish the legal framework for Bermuda’s transition away from the most harmful single-use plastics through consultation, science, and a phased, responsible approach,” Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said. Speaking in the... Read more of this article

Fort Hamilton Reopens Following Renovations

Fort Hamilton Reopens Following Renovations

The City of Hamilton has officially reopened Fort Hamilton to the public following “extensive renovations and archaeological investigations.” A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is pleased to announce that Fort Hamilton has officially reopened to the public and is once again available for event bookings, following extensive... Read more of this article

Video: March 28th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Video: March 28th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Police warn of a WhatsApp Zoom scam, Tyrone Nesbitt regalia is donated to the Ministry, a person interferes in feral chicken control, the BTA, hotels and BermudAir hold a U.S. roadshow, Tiara Webb takes part in Kingston Poetry Week, Victor Scott Primary names its mascot ‘Scotty’, and BELCO announces its kite poster winners are some of the stories... Read more of this article

Tyrone Nesbitt Regalia Donated To Ministry

Tyrone Nesbitt Regalia Donated To Ministry

The family of the late Tyrone “Funk” Nesbitt presented his Gombey regalia to the Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, honoring his legacy while helping preserve Bermuda’s cultural heritage. A Government spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, March 25, the Nesbitt family, relatives of the late Tyrone “Funk” Nesbitt, gathered... Read more of this article

Police Warn Of WhatsApp Zoom Scam

Police Warn Of WhatsApp Zoom Scam

The Bermuda Police Service is alerting the public to a “new WhatsApp scam in which a link is sent to you purportedly from a WhatsApp group you belong to, or one of your WhatsApp contacts, inviting you to attend a Zoom meeting.” A police spokesperson said, “That link is fictitious and is actually a verification code, which, should you... Read more of this article

Column: Palau-Wolffe On Human Rights & More

Column: Palau-Wolffe On Human Rights & More

[Opinion column written by Françoise Palau-Wolffe] Bermuda, like much of the world, is living through a period of instability and uncertainty. Our close-knit island is not immune to the effects of a shifting global order – one where authoritarianism is resurfacing, socio-economic inequality is widening, and the rule of law is increasingly challenged.... Read more of this article

Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business

Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business

[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [March 27] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include Enhanced Benefits for the Government Employee Health Insurance Scheme, Launch of Bermuda’s National Cybersecurity Risk Assessment, Launching the Government Public Service Scholarships, Regulation of Ridesharing Service,... Read more of this article


Person Interfered In Feral Chicken Control

Person Interfered In Feral Chicken Control

The Government of Bermuda said they wish to “inform the public of a recent incident in which a member of the public directly interfered with a public officer carrying out official duties related to the management and control of feral chickens.” A Government spokesperson said, “As part of established animal control procedures, feral chickens... Read more of this article

Tiara Webb Takes Part In Kingston Poetry Week

Tiara Webb Takes Part In Kingston Poetry Week

Bermudian poet, cultural ambassador, and founder of Bermuda Voices, Tiara S. Webb, made history as the first-ever regional guest invited to participate in Kingston Poetry Week 2026, held from March 14–22, 2026, delivering a powerful series of performances, academic engagements, and youthfocused programming across the island. A spokesperson said, “Her... Read more of this article

Ferry Service Expansion For St George’s

Ferry Service Expansion For St George’s

The Ministry of Tourism, Transport, Culture & Sport, in partnership with the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], Marine & Ports and St. George’s stakeholders, has announced significant transportation enhancements to support the Town of St. George during the 2026 tourism season. A BTA spokesperson said, “The announcement follows a stakeholder... Read more of this article

Victor Scott Primary Names Mascot ‘Scotty’

Victor Scott Primary Names Mascot ‘Scotty’

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks joined Victor Scott Primary students and staff to celebrate the naming of their first official mascot, “Scotty,” during a special assembly. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks, JP, MP, this week visited Victor Scott Primary School to join students... Read more of this article

BTA, Hotels & BermudAir Hold U.S. Roadshow

BTA, Hotels & BermudAir Hold U.S. Roadshow

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], in partnership with Bermuda’s leading hotel properties and BermudAir, has concluded its three-city Northeast U.S. Roadshow, held March 10–12 in Boston, New York City, and Morristown, New Jersey. A spokesperson said, “The collaborative initiative brought together Bermuda’s tourism industry to directly... Read more of this article

Premier Burt Attends Clyde Best Premiere

Premier Burt Attends Clyde Best Premiere

Football pioneer Clyde Best was joined by Bermuda’s Premier David Burt in London yesterday [March 25] for the premiere of a new documentary on the former West Ham United striker’s life and career. The film, Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story, opened at Sadler’s Wells East, drawing former players, contributors and invited guests... Read more of this article

Video: Minister Owen Darrell On Ferry Service

Video: Minister Owen Darrell On Ferry Service

Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell held a press conference to provide an update on the island’s ferry service. Minister Darrell’s remarks: Good morning, and thank you for joining us. Today, I’m announcing key updates to Bermuda’s ferry service. At a recent meeting with the Corporation of St George’s,... Read more of this article

Video: March 26th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Video: March 26th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Premier David Burt holds meetings in Luxembourg, ferry service expansion for St George’s is underway, Minister Jaché Adams attends meetings in the UK, 100 Women in Finance Bermuda relaunches, the BEDC Business Excellence Awards celebrate business excellence, MoonGate distributes 200 ‘We Care’ packages, and Premier David Burt attends the Clyde... Read more of this article


VIDEOS

Video: March 28th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Video: March 28th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Police warn of a WhatsApp Zoom scam, Tyrone Nesbitt regalia is donated to the Ministry, a person interferes in feral chicken control, the BTA, hotels and BermudAir hold a U.S. roadshow, Tiara Webb takes part in Kingston Poetry Week, Victor Scott Primary names its mascot ‘Scotty’, and BELCO announces its kite poster winners are some of the stories... Read more of this article

Geraldine Sidders Competes At Junior Wushu

Geraldine Sidders Competes At Junior Wushu

[Updated with video] Geraldine Sidders has begun her campaign at the 10th World Junior Wushu Championships in Tianjin, China, today [March 26]. Sidders finished 32nd in the gunshu [staff] at the biennial competition. She will also compete in another taolu event – changquan [long fist]. Sidders has been accompanied by Bermuda Sanshou Association coaches... Read more of this article

Video: Ironcast Interview With Clyde Best

Video: Ironcast Interview With Clyde Best

Clyde Best joined the West Ham United podcast Iron Cast ahead of the release of his documentary Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story, reflecting on his trailblazing career and lasting impact at West Ham United. A spokesperson said, “Hammers legend Clyde Best MBE joined the official West Ham United podcast, Iron Cast. “Ahead... Read more of this article

SPORTS

Bermuda U-14 Tennis Teams Claim Victories

Bermuda U-14 Tennis Teams Claim Victories

Bermuda’s under-14 teams recorded victories at the ITF World Junior Tennis event in Santa Tecla, El Salvador, with both the boys’ and girls’ sides winning their group ties. The girls beat Aruba 3-0 in group B. Arianna Parra defeated Sophie Lynn Koolman 6-4, 6-2, before Chloe McBrearty secured the tie with a 6-2, 6-0 win over Eva Angelina Benschop.... Read more of this article

Andre Manders Stars With Bat And Ball

Andre Manders Stars With Bat And Ball

Andre Manders’s Rest of the World side progressed to the Over-60 International Quad Series cricket final despite a six-run defeat to USA Legends Hawks at Woodley Park in California. USA Legends Hawks were bowled out for 202, with Manders leading the attack with figures of four for 24. In response, Rest of the World fell just short on 196 for six from... Read more of this article

Sherlock, Pearman Tie At Moongate Round

Sherlock, Pearman Tie At Moongate Round

Quinton Sherlock and Dwayne Pearman finished tied for first during the latest round of the 2026 Moongate Tour at Five Forts Golf Club in St George’s. Both players carded rounds of one-under-par 61. Sherlock recorded 13 pars and three birdies with two bogeys, while Pearman had 12 pars and four birdies, offset by one bogey and one double-bogey. Kenny... Read more of this article

BUSINESS

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting March 28

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting March 28

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, March 28th. On Saturday the Allura cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Azamara Quest and the SS Grandeur cruise ships will arrive, and on Monday the Oleander container ship is scheduled to arrive. On Wednesday the Norwegian... Read more of this article

Conduit Holdings Appoints New Directors

Conduit Holdings Appoints New Directors

Conduit Holdings Limited has announced the appointment of Richard Lightowler, Peter Mullen, and Penny Shaw as Non-Executive Directors with effect from 26 March 2026. A spokesperson said, “Conduit Holdings, the ultimate parent company of Conduit Re, a Bermuda-based multi-line reinsurance business, today announces the appointments of Richard Lightowler,... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 27 2026

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 27 2026

March 27 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,297.15, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 26 2026 Bermuda... Read more of this article

ENTERTAINMENT

61st Annual Primary School Art Exhibition Opens

61st Annual Primary School Art Exhibition Opens

The 61st Annual Primary School Art Exhibition is now open at the Bermuda Society of Arts, featuring vibrant works from students across the island under the theme “One World, Many Stories.” A Government spokesperson said, “The 61st Annual Primary School Art Exhibition is officially open! “Last week, the Minister of Education, the Hon.... Read more of this article

Tiara Webb Takes Part In Kingston Poetry Week

Tiara Webb Takes Part In Kingston Poetry Week

Bermudian poet, cultural ambassador, and founder of Bermuda Voices, Tiara S. Webb, made history as the first-ever regional guest invited to participate in Kingston Poetry Week 2026, held from March 14–22, 2026, delivering a powerful series of performances, academic engagements, and youthfocused programming across the island. A spokesperson said, “Her... Read more of this article

HERstory Festival Event Schedule Released

HERstory Festival Event Schedule Released

[Updated] The HERstory Festival will celebrate Women’s History Month on Saturday [March 28], from 12–6 p.m., featuring music, dialogue with trailblazing Bermudian women, art, history tours, and family-friendly activities across town. Update: A spokesperson said, “The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] is proud to present the 2nd Annual HERstory... Read more of this article


ENVIRONMENT

Trees To Be Removed On Reid Street

Trees To Be Removed On Reid Street

The City of Hamilton advises the public that tree removal works will take place on Reid Street, just east of Court Street, in the vicinity of the former Canadian Hotel site, on Sunday, March 29, 2026. A spokesperson said, “The works will involve the removal of five trees [two White Cedars, one French Oak, one Mahoe, and one False Ebony] with operations... Read more of this article

2026 Single-Use Plastics Act Legislation

2026 Single-Use Plastics Act Legislation

The Single-Use Plastics Act 2026 is a “Bill designed not to ban every item overnight, but to establish the legal framework for Bermuda’s transition away from the most harmful single-use plastics through consultation, science, and a phased, responsible approach,” Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said. Speaking in the... Read more of this article

Person Interfered In Feral Chicken Control

Person Interfered In Feral Chicken Control

The Government of Bermuda said they wish to “inform the public of a recent incident in which a member of the public directly interfered with a public officer carrying out official duties related to the management and control of feral chickens.” A Government spokesperson said, “As part of established animal control procedures, feral chickens... Read more of this article

CRIME

Police Warn Of WhatsApp Zoom Scam

Police Warn Of WhatsApp Zoom Scam

The Bermuda Police Service is alerting the public to a “new WhatsApp scam in which a link is sent to you purportedly from a WhatsApp group you belong to, or one of your WhatsApp contacts, inviting you to attend a Zoom meeting.” A police spokesperson said, “That link is fictitious and is actually a verification code, which, should you... Read more of this article

Three Men Arrested In Connection With Murder

Three Men Arrested In Connection With Murder

Police have arrested three male suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Kawaje Raynor. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the arrests of three suspects, a 22-year-old, a 21-year-old, and a 19-year-old, all males, in connection with the fatal shooting of 26-year-old, Kawaje Raynor. “Mr. Raynor,... Read more of this article

Investigation & Appeal For Witnesses Continues

Investigation & Appeal For Witnesses Continues

“Since an appeal was first issued for the public to assist with the investigation into the murder of 26-year-old Kawaje Raynor, the response has been very encouraging,” the police said. Detective Chief Inspector, Derricka Burns, of the Serious Crime Unit, stated, “We have had significant involvement from members of the public, who have... Read more of this article

TECHNOLOGY

Video: Minister Introduces Job Connect Platform

Video: Minister Introduces Job Connect Platform

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward held a press conference to “introduce Bermuda Job Connect; a new online platform that will help connect Bermudians with jobs, training and new opportunities.” Minister Hayward’s remarks: Good morning, Today is an exciting day for Bermuda. I am very pleased to introduce Bermuda Job Connect; a new online platform... Read more of this article

Police Warn Of WhatsApp Zoom Scam

Police Warn Of WhatsApp Zoom Scam

The Bermuda Police Service is alerting the public to a “new WhatsApp scam in which a link is sent to you purportedly from a WhatsApp group you belong to, or one of your WhatsApp contacts, inviting you to attend a Zoom meeting.” A police spokesperson said, “That link is fictitious and is actually a verification code, which, should you click on it, transfers... Read more of this article

MacBooks Enhance Whitney School Classes

MacBooks Enhance Whitney School Classes

Whitney Institute Middle School has enhanced its Visual Arts programme after receiving nine MacBook Air laptops from Mailboxes Unlimited to support digital art and design learning. A Government spokesperson said, “Students at Whitney Institute Middle School have received a boost to their Visual Arts programme following a significant investment from a long-standing... Read more of this article

ACCIDENTS & FIRES

73-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle

73-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle

“A 73-year-old male was found lying on the pedestrian cross walk suffering from multiple injuries to the body,” the police said, adding that “the victim told the officers he was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2026, police were dispatched to a... Read more of this article

Crash Causes Traffic Diversions In Southampton

Crash Causes Traffic Diversions In Southampton

[Updated] Traffic diversions are in place following a reported three-vehicle collision on Middle Road near Pompano Beach Road in Southampton, with no injuries reported. A police spokesperson said, “Traffic diversions are currently in place after a reported three-vehicle collision in the Middle Road, Pompano Beach Road, Southampton area. “Details... Read more of this article

Two Vehicle Collision In Paget

Two Vehicle Collision In Paget

A motorcycle and a motorcar collision occurred near the junction of Chapel Road and Middle Road in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar near the junction of Chapel Road and Middle Road, Paget. “It has been reported that the male motorcycle rider, was unresponsive... Read more of this article


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