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The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [July 15], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include an Update on the Establishment of the Office of the Public Guardian, the Journey of Autism Spectrum Disorder Out-of-School Programmes, and the Human Rights Commission 2025 Annual Report. The Order of Business follows below …

A Bermuda store has added rattlesnake-themed cookies to its menu as the search for the elusive reptile continues. The cookies were introduced after an eastern diamondback rattlesnake was reported seen in Southampton last month. The snake has not yet been found despite an ongoing search. Alicia Tucker, owner of The Tuck Shop, came up with …

Tanisha Butler has launched Roseum Legal & Consulting Services, a new boutique law practice in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The firm is dedicated to providing trusted legal counsel and strategic consulting services to individuals, small businesses, agencies, and community organizations. “Ms. Butler established Roseum with a vision of creating a client-centered practice built on integrity, …

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is “commending the heroic actions of Police Constable Julian Brassington, whose rapid response and life-saving first aid were instrumental in saving the life of a stabbing victim.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026, officers responded to a reported altercation in the City of …

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said she noted the comments from the Shadow Minister regarding the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 and issued a statement in response. The Minister said, “The consultative draft of the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 was published on the Government’s consultation site Citizen’s Forum [forum.gov.bm] on April 20, with the …

The Stephen Lee Helping Hands Foundation has provided more than 1,700 healthy meals to students, has now received official charitable status and is preparing to expand its reach across the island. A spokesperson said, “This school year, The Stephen Lee Helping Hands Foundation has provided over 1,700 healthy meals to students through its Healthy Meals Program. …

The Ministry of Health is warning the public about several products as they “contain undisclosed prescription‑only drugs that can cause serious harm.” A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is advising the public not to use the following products, which are known to have been sold in Bermuda. These items are marketed to men experiencing …

The One Bermuda Alliance will hold a town hall meeting from 6pm to 8pm on July 15 to discuss the proposed Road Traffic and Motor Car [Road Safety and Penalties] Amendment Bill 2026. A spokesperson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance is inviting members of the public to a town hall meeting to be held at …

The Bermuda College Foundation unveiled a newly modernized classroom at Bermuda College, funded by a $150,000 donation from Essent Reinsurance Ltd. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College Foundation [the Foundation] is proud to announce the completion of a newly modernised, state-of-the-art classroom at Bermuda College, made possible through a generous $150,000 donation from Essent Reinsurance Ltd. …

[Updating] Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [July 14] to officially announce her candidacy for the position of PLP Deputy Leader. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: She has launched a very comprehensive website for the campaign, which is here: Tineesfurbert.com. …

Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [July 14] to officially announce her candidacy for the position of PLP Deputy Leader. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister Rabain On Electoral Reform Video: Minister Hayward On The Economy Video: Government …

“Bermuda needs a national direction when it comes to our energy policy,” OBA MP Dwayne Robinson said. Mr Robinson — the Shadow Home Affairs Minister — said, “After a two-week extension, the consultation on the draft National Electricity Sector Policy [NESP] ended on May 21, 2026. The draft NESP 2026 was said to be ‘nearly final’ in …

Bermudian Anthasia Campbell has reached the semi-finals of the Miss England pageant after competing in the East Midlands regional competition in Leicester at the weekend, and she also claimed the Top Fundraiser and Talent awards. The event featured an ethical fashion round and brought together contestants from Leicester, Derby, Nottingham and towns across the East Midlands. …

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has welcomed 39 students to the organisation this summer in paid employment. A spokesperson said, “More than a quarter of the students [11] are pursuing studies in allied health fields including kinesiology, social work, biomedical science, pharmacology, radiological science and laboratory science.” BHB Director of Human Resources and Operations Nyon Steede …

A Bermuda Police Service officer arrested on suspicion of dishonesty offences has been suspended with pay while the investigation continues. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that the officer recently arrested on suspicion of dishonesty offences has also been suspended from duty, with pay, under the Police Conduct Orders 2016. “The investigation …

“A specialist team, supported by two dogs trained to detect the specific scent of rattlesnakes, will arrive in Bermuda this week to assist” with the search for the rattlesnake, the Government has advised A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is aware of a report received on 11 July regarding a …

Bermuda College has signed a memorandum of understanding with Arizona State University, creating what they called a “new framework for academic and scientific collaboration between the two institutions.” A spokesperson said, “The agreement will support opportunities for faculty development and exchange, student exchange, joint events, and the sharing of teaching methods, publications and course design. …

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda held their “How much would you pay to see me?” fundraiser at the City of Hamilton Summer Sunday City Funday event this weekend, bringing an afternoon of live entertainment, family activities, games, food and summer fun to Victoria Park. Speaking in advance of the event, a BBBS spokesperson said, …

Alneisha Outerbridge from the Department of Employee & Organizational Development earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for June. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is delighted to recognise Alneisha Outerbridge, Talent Partner, with the Department of Employee & Organizational Development [DEOD] as the winner of the June Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] …

The Bermuda Police Service has advised that its regular telephone numbers, including 911, are currently not working and has provided temporary contact numbers for the public to use until further notice. Police Statement A police spokesperson said, “Currently, the regular police telephone numbers are not working, including 911. “Until further notice, please use the following …

Olivia Gazzard and Isabella Sousa captured the gold medal for Bermuda at the 2026 Eastern Caribbean Under-20 Beach Volleyball Championship in St. Kitts & Nevis, with the duo making a spectacular showing, going through the entire tournament undefeated. The dynamic duo defeated teams from Dominica, Sint Maarten, St Kitts, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines to win the gold …

Five Bermuda students –  Maya Bean, Alexandria Crippen, Naomi Crofton, April Cherry and Ava Moorghen –  have earned the opportunity to travel to France this summer after winning L’Alliance Française des Bermudes’ annual French Scholarship Competition. A spokesperson said, “L’Alliance Française des Bermudes offers students the opportunity to travel to France for a three-week educational trip …

One person is believed to have sustained minor injuries following a collision on Harbour Road near Lower Ferry in Paget this morning [July 13], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle collision on Harbour Road near Lower Ferry, Paget, involving a car. “The driver is believed to have …

Premier David Burt will lead a Government delegation to the Azores this week to “honour and strengthen the long-standing ties between Bermuda and the Azores.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier, the Hon. David Burt JP, MP, will lead a Government delegation to Azores, from 12 to 14 July 2026, at the invitation of His …

News that the Convex End-to-End awarded $297,500 in grants to Bermuda charities and community organisations, Ajani Robinson won the Male Single Rope Individual Freestyle Grand National title in New York, and Kyle Masters was admitted as an INSOL Fellow after completing the Global Insolvency Practice Course were among the positive news stories from the past …

Bermudian choreographer and producer Dominique Willis will present the world premiere of ‘In the Space of Us,’ a full-length contemporary dance production, on Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18, at 7:00 p.m. at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall. A spokesperson said, “Presented in partnership with the Bermuda Society of Arts, ‘In the …

“The Family Preservation Tier II Programme represents a significant step forward in our commitment to safeguarding Bermuda’s children and strengthening families,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly on Friday [July 10]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to update this Honourable …

Love was literally in the air as Ashton Easton arranged a custom drone light show to propose to Maxanne Caines, with 125 illuminated drones featuring a replica of the engagement ring, the couple’s initials displayed inside a heart and more. A spokesperson said, “On June 20, 2026, Bermuda’s skies played host to a truly unforgettable moment …

“I rise today to provide this Honorable House with an update on significant workforce development initiatives that continue to strengthen Bermuda’s labour market and advance this Government’s commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for Bermudians,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly today [July 10]. The Minister said, “These initiatives …

“The Commission received 215 intakes, consisting of complaints, queries, and special programme applications, representing a significant increase from the previous reporting year,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [July 10]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I am pleased today to submit to …

A police officer “has been arrested on allegations of dishonesty offences,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a serving police officer has been arrested on allegations of dishonesty offences. A full and impartial investigation into the circumstances surrounding this matter is ongoing. Acting Commissioner of Police …

The Human Rights Commission has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting its efforts to protect and promote human rights across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Human Rights Commission has released its 2025 Annual Report, outlining the Commission’s work to protect and promote human rights in Bermuda. “Prepared in accordance with the Human Rights Act 1981, …

The PLP and leadership candidates Curtis Dickinson and Jason Hayward have issued a joint statement about the leadership election. The joint statement –  from PLP Chairperson Dawn Simmons, MP Curtis Dickinson and Minister Jason Hayward –  said, “The Progressive Labour Party and both candidates for the leadership of the Party, the Hon. Curtis Dickinson, JP, MP, …

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward encouraged Bermuda’s young people to develop lifelong civic and workplace skills during his remarks at the National Youth Conference’s Civic Skills Bootcamp. Speaking at the event, the Minister said, “Good morning, everyone. It is a pleasure to join you today at the National Youth Conference’s Civic Skills Bootcamp. …

Bermuda Hospitals Board has awarded a total of $152,000 in scholarships to 12 students — Anna Francoeur, Jerssiah Hassell-Belboda, Sarah Vijaykumar, Chiyaro Wedderburn, Zekiah Lewis, Christopher Bean, Mishale Corday, Naziah Robinson, Alaysia Swan, Zhi Williams, Keimani Trott and Kimora-Lee Bean — to support their studies in medicine, nursing and allied health sciences. A spokesperson said, …

The Department of Health is reminding the public that no one under 18 can legally consent to getting a tattoo and confirmed that officials investigated a local studio following complaints that minors were being tattooed without their parents’ knowledge or permission and “the studio’s operating licence has been suspended.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department …

Chubb Bermuda is pleased to welcome 25 students to its 2026 Summer Internship Program, including four participants in the Chubb Bermuda Underwriting Program. A spokesperson said, “The 10-week Chubb Underwriting Program is designed for Bermudian university students interested in pursuing careers in the international insurance industry. Through hands-on learning, mentorship and exposure to underwriting and …

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [July 10] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Family Preservation Tier II Program Progress Update, the Human Rights Commission Bermuda Annual Report 2025, Implications of International Travel Restrictions on Access to Overseas Medical Care, and Advancing Bermuda’s Workforce: Youth Employment and …

The City of Hamilton is inviting Bermuda’s boating community to register for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, set to take place in Hamilton Harbour on Saturday, December 12. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is calling on Bermuda’s boating community to register today for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, taking place on …

The Department of Marine & Ports advised that the Pink Route ferry service resumed this afternoon [July 9] at 3.45pm following an earlier service disruption. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine & Ports advises that the Pink Route ferry service will resume today [July 9] at 3:45 p.m. “The Department thanks the public …

The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council announced Karen Franks, Yusef Bushara, Lara Hetzel, Ahmed-Yassine Abdellah Chentouf, Nadiyah Brown, Troy Washington, the Chewstick Foundation, Devray Denwiddie, and Zachary Wilson as the first recipients of their 2026 grants. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council [BAC] are pleased …

Premier David Burt described Bermuda’s participation in the 51st Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM in St. Lucia as “productive and forward looking, highlighting that Bermuda’s discussions focused on food security, reducing the cost of living, trade diversification, and Bermuda’s continued engagement toward full CARICOM membership.” A Government spokesperson said, …

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning the public to remain vigilant against scammers posing as local bank representatives to steal customers’ account information and funds. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to receive reports regarding fraudulent activity targeting members of the public, where individuals posing as representatives of local banks …

“An Independent Education Authority for Bermuda’s public schools must be more than another government board that can be populated with political loyalists,” Opposition Leader and Shadow Education Minister Ben Smith said Mr. Smith said, “For years, the Government has promised education reform. Yet its record has been defined by a lack of transparency, weak accountability, …

The Office of Youth Affairs successfully held a Youth Parliament Debate on this evening, with current Youth Parliamentarians and alumni debating whether Bermuda should lower the voting age to 16. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Office of Youth Affairs has set the stage for Bermuda’s next generation of leaders to occupy the central place …

Family Centre and title sponsor Clarien Bank are inviting the community to support the annual Cup Match Tag Day on July 29, with ribbon sales helping fund mental health counselling and youth programmes across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Family Centre, together with long-standing title sponsor Clarien Bank, is inviting the community to take part in …

The government said that “search efforts remain active following the reported sighting of an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake” and they are ”exploring additional measures, including external expertise and other capture methods to strengthen ongoing search efforts.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment wishes to advise the public that search efforts remain active …

Appleby Bermuda and Appleby Global Services welcomed Chloe Brookes, Hannah Stockley, Markalah Telemaque, Jeremias Pietila, Cameron Menzies, and Yasmine Tull to its 2026 summer internship programmes, with three returning interns also joining the firm for special projects. A spokesperson said, “Appleby Bermuda welcomes three legal interns to its rotational summer internship programme, and three interns to …

Bermuda’s Ajani Robinson produced a winning performance in Buffalo, New York, claiming the Male Single Rope Individual Freestyle Grand National title at the 2026 American Jump Rope National Championship. The event was held recently at Buffalo State University, where Robinson earned the prestigious title with an impressive routine. Robinson also competed in Single Rope Pair …

The Convex End-to-End celebrated another year of community commitment and charitable giving, awarding $297,500 in grants to Bermuda charities and community organisations and honouring the volunteers, participants and teams who helped make the event a success. A spokesperson said, “The Convex End-to-End has once again transformed the generosity of Bermuda’s community into meaningful support for …