Bermuda News Updates

The Bermuda Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated held their annual Children’s Reading Festival at Victoria Park this weekend, bringing families together for a free day of literacy, learning and creative activities under the theme “Open a Book, Open a World.” According to their website, “The festival encourages children to discover the joy …

BELCO President Wayne Caines has responded to criticism from the Minister of Home Affairs and noted that “lower costs, greater transparency and more renewable energy are the right goals for Bermuda, and BELCO shares every one of them.” BELCO President Wayne Caines said: “This week, the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, published …

Bermuda’s sailing team is competing in the SSL Gold Cup Pan-American Qualifiers in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, today [Nov 14], and you can tune in and watch the live stream below. Related Stories Teams Advance To Gold Cup Quarterfinals Video: SSL Gold Cup Sailing Qualifiers Videos: ARC Sailboat Fleet Leaves Bermuda Video/Results: International Comet Race …

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning residents about a telephone scam in which callers impersonate local bank representatives and attempt to steal account login credentials and transfer funds overseas. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has received reports of persons being contacted by telephone, by individuals calling from numbers with Bermuda’s …

Connecticut Public has released a new documentary — titled ‘Enslaved Native Americans Were Sent to Bermuda. Centuries Later, They Reconnect’ — exploring the connections between Indigenous communities in New England and Bermuda. The well-produced video features a number of Bermudians, footage of the Gombeys and more. The video description states, “Centuries ago, Native Americans from …

Saltus Grammar School announced the official launch of Saltus Strong Start, an “early childhood education program tailored specifically for three-year-olds, set to open with an inaugural cohort of 20 children in September 2027.” A spokesperson said, “Designed as a thoughtful response to growing family interest and an extension of the school’s esteemed educational pathway, Saltus …

The police are warning the public about fraudulent WhatsApp calls from individuals impersonating police officers using a telephone number displaying the BPS crest. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has received reports of persons receiving WhatsApp voice calls from individuals claiming to represent the BPS. “So far, the calls are being made …

The U.S. Consulate is inviting eligible Bermudian teachers to apply for a scholarship to explore historic connections between Bermuda and the United States through the 2027 Colonial Williamsburg Training Institute. A spokesperson said, “The U.S. Consulate is pleased to announce the opening of the 2027 scholarship application for the Colonial Williamsburg Training Institute [CWTI]. “The …

The Magistrates’ Court held its annual Thanksgiving Court, recognising Treatment Court participants and plans to expand rehabilitation programmes. A Government spokesperson said, “The Magistrates’ Court, in partnership with the Department of Court Services, held its annual Thanksgiving Court on Tuesday, bringing together participants, graduates, judicial officers, treatment professionals and community partners to recognise the progress …

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that a “new colony of red imported fire ants has been found east of Hamilton’s commercial docks and has been treated.” A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier discoveries near the docks were also treated, with no further fire ants detected at those sites. “Fire ants can be aggressive …

Nearly 200 people attended the opening of the 2026 Junior Bermuda Biennial at the Bermuda National Gallery, celebrating the artistic talents of young Bermudians aged 5 to 17. A spokesperson said, “Close to 200 people attended the opening of the 2026 Junior Bermuda Biennial on Saturday, November 7. The Bermuda National Gallery was filled with …

Earlier today, the Minister of Health Kim Wilson, visited the Bermuda Diabetes Association’s [BDA] annual community Open House at the Hilton Hill Diabetes Centre on Princess Street. A Government spokesperson said, “Held ahead of World Diabetes Day tomorrow, 14 November, the event brings together healthcare professionals, community partners, and residents under this year’s global theme, …

[Opinion column written by Craig Cannonier] The latest tourism figures released by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] offer some encouraging signs, and that is welcomed news for Bermuda. More visitors are coming to our shores, and the hotels, restaurants, taxi operators, tour operators and other businesses that have worked hard through some very difficult years …