Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 3] to provide an update on immigration policy and legislation. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister Hayward Press Conference Video: Minister Furbert & Minister Wilkerson Video:... Read more of this article
Shadow Minister for Seniors Linda Smith said she “welcomed news that plans are finally afoot to convert Channel House in St. David’s into a transitional healthcare facility” but she “questions what took so long and whether the plans are singularly, short-sighted.” This follows after the government announced yesterday that Channel... Read more of this article
A collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred in St. George’s this morning [Sept 3]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a road traffic collision involving a motorcar and a motorcycle near the Junction of Mullet Bay Road and Wellington Park Road in St. George’s. “Details are limited at this time. However, traffic delays are to... Read more of this article
The Paget Parish Council has awarded scholarships and bursaries to Hadaz Philpott, Natalia Dill, J’Naz Richards and Nabiilah Nasir to support their higher education studies. A spokesperson said, “The Paget Parish Council has announced the recipients of the 2026 Undergraduate Awards, which provides both scholarship and bursary awards for Paget... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society has announced Trey Maybury, Luke Foster and Ian Da Silva as recipients of its 2026 Steinhoff Scholarship and Education Awards. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Steinhoff Scholarship and Education Award. Trey Maybury and Luke Foster were awarded... Read more of this article
Channel House will be converted into a “Government-operated care facility with dedicated space for medically fit-for-discharge patients,” the government announced today, adding that it “will add approximately 60 beds” which is a “meaningful increase in community capacity that will relieve pressure on the emergency department,... Read more of this article
St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Warwick will celebrate its 400th anniversary with special services and commemorative events, culminating in a Rededication Service on October 4 at 4.00pm. A spokesperson said, “St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Warwick will celebrate its 400th anniversary with a series of special services and commemorative events... Read more of this article
BUEI has announced a new partnership with Hannah Emmerson to host the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition in 2027, with BUEI saying they are “excited to partner with Hannah to bring this much-loved Bermuda tradition back in 2027.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is pleased to announce a new partnership... Read more of this article
BermudAir is marking its third anniversary, with the airline noting they have ”grown from an ambitious Bermuda start-up into an increasingly diversified aviation business, connecting Bermuda with key destinations across North America and the Caribbean.” A spokesperson said, “BermudAir is celebrating its third anniversary with a series... Read more of this article
Minister Alexa Lightbourne discusses price transparency, fair markets and proposed competition measures in the latest episode of the Government of Bermuda’s Leaders on the Record podcast. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP, returns to the Government of Bermuda’s Leaders on the... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Sydney Rego and Catrina Furtado have returned from the FLAD Summer Program Azores 2026 after completing a 17-day academic and cultural programme at the University of the Azores. A spokesperson said, “The Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda [PCA], in partnership with the Azorean Diaspora Council, is pleased to report on the successful... Read more of this article
The Devonshire Parish Council has awarded scholarships to eight students — Sarine Babb, Shayla Robinson, Riley Hall, Kyii Simons-Henry, TeAra Douglas, Eva Trott, Jhazii Johnson and Simeon Hayward — for the 2026/27 academic year. A spokesperson said, “The Devonshire Parish Council is delighted to announce the recipients of its annual scholarship... Read more of this article
KFC Bermuda announced the winners of its inaugural School Video Commercial Contest, with the winning students from Mount Saint Agnes and CedarBridge Academy earning thousands of dollars in cash prizes for their creative commercials. A spokesperson said, “KFC is celebrating the success of its inaugural School Video Commercial Contest, an initiative... Read more of this article
The public is invited to attend this year’s Labour Day celebrations on Monday, September 7th starting at 9:30 a.m. in Union Square. A spokesperson said, “The joint Labour Day Organizing Committee would like to take the opportunity to invite the Public to this year’s Labour Day Celebrations “This year’s theme, ‘Labour: Uniting Culture, Diversity,... Read more of this article
[Updated] “Bermudians need to receive a timeline on when the revised IRP 2026 will be finalized and when they can expect relief regarding their energy bills,” OBA MP Dwayne Robinson said. Mr Robinson stated, “The National Electricity Sector Policy [NESP] 2026 has charted a course for the future of Bermuda’s energy. However, with... Read more of this article
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 3] to provide an update on immigration policy and legislation. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister Hayward Press Conference Video: Minister Furbert & Minister Wilkerson Video:... Read more of this article
Team Hayward hosted a free back-to-school community event at CedarBridge Academy today, bringing families together for an afternoon of food, games, activities and community connection ahead of the new school year. Minister Jason Hayward previously said, “Back to school is an important time for our young people and their families. We wanted to create... Read more of this article
During August, 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 the Bacchanal Run in Bermuda aerial video, Around the Island Powerboat Race, Around the Island Powerboat Race aerial video, Raft Up at Mangrove Bay, Hendrickson’s... Read more of this article
Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere praised Nahki Wells after the Bermuda forward scored in a 2-0 win at home to Stockport County in Sky Bet League One yesterday [September 2]. Wells, 36, returned to the starting line-up after finding himself on the bench in Town’s previous two matches – although he scored a brace as a second-half substitute away... Read more of this article
Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall tripled and scored as the Winnipeg Goldeyes beat the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks 6-2 in the American Association yesterday [September2] to clinch a postseason berth. Hall hit his eighth triple of the season in the ninth inning and scored on Noah Marcelo’s sacrifice fly. The Goldeyes reached the postseason for the first... Read more of this article
Ann Symonds is third and David Abraham is tied for fifth in their respective divisions after the third round of the Myrtle Beach World Amateur Handicap Championship in South Carolina. Symonds recorded a gross 86 and net 80 in Flight 53 of the Women 59 and Under division. She has a three-round net total of 226, four strokes behind joint leaders Beth... Read more of this article
Triangle Eight Group, the integrated professional services group for the [re]insurance industry, celebrates its first anniversary in business today. A spokesperson said, “The anniversary comes as new figures underline the market the Group was built to serve: more than 35 new insurers registered by the Bermuda Monetary Authority so far this year,... Read more of this article
Watlington Waterworks Limited has declared a September 2026 dividend of BD$0.30 per share to shareholders of record as at September 11, payable on September 25. The filing with the BSX stated, “The company announces that at a recent meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company, a dividend in the amount of BD$0.30 per share was declared, payable... Read more of this article
Africa Specialty Risks [ASR], the developing markets-focused [re]insurance group, announced that Moody’s Ratings has upgraded ASR Re Limited’s Insurance Financial Strength Rating to ‘A3’ from ‘Baa1’. The outlook for this rating is Stable. Mikir Shah, Chief Executive Officer, commented: “We are delighted that Moody’s has upgraded ASR... Read more of this article
Bermudian artist and social media influencer Madison B hosted an event in London celebrating Caribbean women in music. The invitation-only “Locked In with Madison B” event was held at The Beat in London through a collaboration between Girls I Rate and Nando’s. According to a post-event report by Mixtape Madness, the programme brought together... Read more of this article
BUEI has announced a new partnership with Hannah Emmerson to host the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition in 2027, with BUEI saying they are “excited to partner with Hannah to bring this much-loved Bermuda tradition back in 2027.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is pleased to announce a new partnership... Read more of this article
Offering theatre fans a physical keepsake in the digital and streaming era, the 2025 Broadway cast recording of Chess, featuring Bermudian Tony Award nominee Nicholas Christopher, will be released on CD and vinyl on Friday, September 4. BroadwayWorld reported that the physical editions will include complete lyrics, colour production photography, a synopsis... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society has announced Trey Maybury, Luke Foster and Ian Da Silva as recipients of its 2026 Steinhoff Scholarship and Education Awards. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Steinhoff Scholarship and Education Award. Trey Maybury and Luke Foster were awarded... Read more of this article
Local officials have confirmed that a manatee was found dead, and said that initial findings confirmed the male manatee was “severely emaciated” and while it “remains unclear how the animal travelled approximately 1,000 miles beyond its normal range, the open-ocean journey, combined with limited access locally to its primary food source... Read more of this article
Keep Bermuda Beautiful has identified 122 boats and pieces of wreckage for potential removal following a three-day survey of the island’s east and west coastlines. A spokesperson said, “Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] has completed a comprehensive survey of bays and coastlines on the east and west sides of the island, identifying 122 boats and... Read more of this article
SCARS has raised concerns over the release of convicted sex offender Bryan Butterfield and asked “why was the public not notified of his release” and “what treatment has he completed whilst in custody.” The organisation posted on social media asking questions including, “Why is Mr. Butterfield, convicted of a serious offense... Read more of this article
David Bhagwan has been dismissed from the Bermuda Police Service, the police have confirmed. Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “Following a Special Case Hearing held earlier today, Inspector 2042 David Bhagwan has been dismissed from the Bermuda Police Service. “As there is an ongoing court prosecution connected with this matter,... Read more of this article
Police are renewing their appeal for information one year after two young men were fatally shot on Court Street in August, 2025. A police spokesperson said, “12th August 2026, marked the one-year anniversary of the double murder on Court Street, City of Hamilton, where two young men were fatally shot, around 4:40 p.m. Tuesday, 12th August 2025. “Detectives... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the shape of Bermuda defined by detailed frangipani and natural accents. 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,... Read more of this article
U.S. officials announced the introduction of Enhanced Passenger Processing at Bermuda’s airport for U.S. citizens, saying it uses a “sophisticated facial comparison technology to deliver a touchless, secure, and efficient inspection process for U.S. citizens” to “streamline the preclearance experience.” A spokesperson said, “U.S. Customs... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a soft, colorful plush letters spelling out “Bermuda” sitting on a sunny beach with a clear blue ocean in the background. 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... Read more of this article
A collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred in St. George’s this morning [Sept 3]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a road traffic collision involving a motorcar and a motorcycle near the Junction of Mullet Bay Road and Wellington Park Road in St. George’s. “Details are limited at this time. However, traffic delays are to... Read more of this article
A 41-year-old motorcyclist is in the Intensive Care Unit [ICU] following a collision on Happy Valley Road early this morning [Aug 31]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:01am Monday, 31st August 2026, a reported serious single vehicle collision occurred along Happy Valley Road in Pembroke, near Tribe Road Number 3. Police, Bermuda Fire &... Read more of this article
A motorcycle rider was injured in a collision with a rental minicar on Blue Hole Hill, while another motorcyclist was hurt in a separate collision involving a taxi in Smith’s parish. A police spokesperson said, “The 61-year-old local male motorcyclist hurt in a collision with a rental mini-car along Blue Hole Hill, Hamilton parish around 5:15pm... Read more of this article
