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The Government is encouraging residents to complete the 2026 Census, saying the information collected will help guide planning and decision-making across Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “Every household in Bermuda has a role to play in shaping the future of our island, and one of the most important ways to do that is by participating …

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne has responded to the passage of the Electricity Amendment Act, saying “these amendments ensure that Bermuda’s energy future is shaped not only by technical considerations, but also by an understanding of affordability, reliability, and national impact.” The act passed in the House of Assembly last week and passed in …

The Mirrors Programme celebrated the accomplishments of Community Programme Leadership Academy [CPLA] Cohort 20 during its closing ceremony on June 6, at the Spanish Point Boat Club. A spokesperson said “The event brought together Emerging Leaders, Life Coaches, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinée Furbert, JP, MP, families, and supporters to …

The police confirmed that there were “no incidents of note at any of the various social events held over the National Heroes Day holiday weekend,” however 37 people were arrested over the holiday long weekend, from June 12 – 16, for offenses including outstanding warrants, impaired driving, possession of bladed articles, theft, trespassing and more. A …

A planning application has been submitted for 110 one-bedroom senior living units in Southampton which is “designed to provide safe, affordable, accessible and age-friendly residential accommodation for Bermuda’s growing senior population.” The notification stated, “Proposed 3-storey senior living residential building for Sea Express Lane – Cann Park II comprising of; 110 one-bedroom units, with associated …

The Women’s Resource Centre held a meeting with the New York-based reproductive healthcare provider CHOICES and the “two organizations agreed to establish a formal referral partnership to strengthen pathways to care for women in Bermuda who may require services not currently available locally. A spokesperson said, “The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] hosted a stakeholder meeting …

LaLique Simmons will mark her upcoming 30th birthday with the “30 for 30” initiative on July 19, inviting the community to help create and distribute care packages for individuals and families in need. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of her upcoming 30th birthday, LaLique Simmons is choosing to give back to the community through a …

Polaris Holding Company Limited CEO Randy Rochester and Public Works and Environment Minister Jache Adams outlined a new partnership to advance road paving, with the Minister saying that “Government has secured a partnership with Surface Expertise Limited to undertake the next phase of paving works along Middle Road.” Randy Rochester, CEO of Polaris Holding Company …

Revellers took to the streets on June 15 for Revel De Road, the annual Carnival in Bermuda event showcasing vibrant costumes, music trucks and high-energy celebrations. You can view our first set of photos from this event here and full coverage of Carnival in Bermuda can be viewed here. Related Stories Photos: Carnival In Bermuda …

The Cabinet Office invites members of the public to attend the Public Service Career Fair and Expo, taking place at Pier 6 from 12.00pm to 8.00pm. A Government spokesperson said, “This free event is open to high school students, job seekers and working professionals, and is designed to showcase the breadth of careers within the …

After adjusting for inflation, retail sales volume rose 1.1% in January 2026 compared to the same month a year earlier, according to the Ministry of Economy and Labour’s Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the January 2026 Retail Sales Index publication. “January’s volume of retail sales …

“The surest path to lower bills is a complete, evidence-based plan, not one cut short before the analysis is done” and “for that reason, BELCO does not agree with the changes introduced by the Electricity Amendment Act,” BELCO President Wayne Caines said. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today responded to the Electricity …

Bernard’s Park was transformed into a colourful celebration of paint, powder, water and music in the early hours of Monday morning as JAM J’Ouvert took place as part of the Carnival in Bermuda celebrations. You can view our first set of photos from the event here and all of our coverage of the Carnival of …

“Will the promised independent investigation into systemic inadequacies at the hospital consider patients who may have suffered harm or loss of life through hospital failures,” asked Opposition Leader Ben Smith. Mr Smith said, “Former Chief of Emergency Services Dr Edward Schultz, who served Bermuda for three decades and recently submitted a comprehensive report to the Ministry …

Last week, Ageing & Disability Services hosted its annual event to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, which falls on Monday, June 15th. To recognise the day and spread awareness of elder abuse, the team hosted a Seniors’ Bingo day at Devonshire Recreation Club, and Minister of Youth, Social Development & Seniors Tinee Furbert presented …

Constable Lisa-Nicole Tucker was honoured by the Bermuda Police Service ahead of her retirement after 14 years of dedicated service. A police spokesperson said, “On Monday, 8 June 2026, Constable Lisa-Nicole Tucker was recognised during a Bermuda Police Service Senior Leadership Briefing as she prepares to retire after 14 years of dedicated service to Bermuda. …

Minister of Youth, Social Development & Seniors Tinee Furbert recently met with students from Family Centre’s Youth Leadership Intensive [YLI] 2026, recognizing their advocacy work and reinforcing youth voice in decision-making. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister of Youth, Social Development & Seniors, Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, recently hosted a meeting with the students from …

The holiday weekend was filled with activity across Bermuda, as the island marked National Heroes Day and hosted a wide range of events including Carnival in Bermuda festivities, the Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon, the King’s Birthday Parade, the Edward Cross Long Distance Race, the Portuguese Festival of the Holy Spirit and other community and sporting …

Revellers filled the streets for Revel De Road this afternoon [June 15], taking part in the annual Carnival in Bermuda event featuring colourful costumes, music trucks and energetic celebrations. We will have an additional photo gallery later on and you can view all our coverage of Carnival in Bermuda by clicking here. Related Stories Photos …

An American glass-making company has partnered with BermudAir to create 500 custom recycled-glass pieces as part of the airline’s onboard experience. Massachusetts-based Solar Sands is known for transforming discarded glass into functional and decorative objects through artisan glassmaking, which its describes as turning “waste into wonder”. The airline has already introduced the pieces in its …

[Updated with photos] Bernard’s Park was filled with paint, powder, water and high-energy revelry as the Jam J’Ouvert event got underway early this morning [June 15] as part of the Carnival in Bermuda celebrations. The event is still underway as of this writing and we will have additional coverage later on, and in the meantime …

Bernard’s Park was filled with paint, powder, water and high-energy revelry as the Jam J’Ouvert event got underway early this morning [June 15] as part of the Carnival in Bermuda celebrations. The event is still underway as of this writing and we will have additional coverage later on, and in the meantime you can view …

The ‘Wetta’ event was held as part of the Carnival in Bermuda festivities, where revellers enjoyed a mix of soca music, water-filled fun and high-energy entertainment. We will have more coverage of all of the festivities over the coming days, you can view photos from the event below and all of our past coverage of …

The annual Festival of the Holy Spirit — which started centuries ago in the Azores and is still celebrated by Portuguese citizens and descendants worldwide — took place in St. George’s this weekend, with a procession, live entertainment, food and more. Related Stories Community To Celebrate Portuguese Festival Community To Celebrate Portuguese Festival Community To …

Victoria Park was filled with the sounds of steel pan this afternoon [June 14] as Pan in the Park was held as part of the Carnival in Bermuda celebrations, featuring Robert Symons, Laree Talbot, the Bermuda School of Music and other local performers. We will have significantly more coverage of all of the festivities over …

A public town hall meeting on proposed affordable housing developments in Sandys and Southampton will be held on Tuesday [June 16] at Mount Zion AME Church Hall. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities is reminding residents and stakeholders of the upcoming public town hall meeting regarding the proposed affordable housing developments …

The Premier’s Question Time took place in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 12], and you can listen to the audio replay below, with the topics discussed including Bermuda’s potential membership in CARICOM, the overcrowding and bed shortage issues at the hospital, artificial intelligence, Google Subsea Cable Project,  Department of Corrections and the Middle East consultant. Related Stories …

The Government of Bermuda’s London Office will make an official Book of Condolence available for signing from June 16 to June 30 in honour of the late Sir John Swan. A Government spokesperson said, “The Cabinet Office advised today that the Government of Bermuda’s London Office will have an Official Book of Condolence available for …

News that Bermudian singer and actor Nicholas Christopher attended the Tony Awards in New York after earning a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical, that people can now rent electric minicars directly at L.F. Wade International Airport through Rugged Rentals, and that Fire Wayne won the 2026 …

HSBC Bank Bermuda recently hosted a presentation with ASU BIOS as part of its Climate Month programme, bringing together a speaker line-up featuring representatives from HSBC Bank Bermuda, the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences, Arizona State University’s School of Ocean Futures and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. The speakers listed for the presentation included Greg …

Large crowds gathered at Admiralty House Park today [June 13] for ‘Waves: Soca in the Water,’ a highly anticipated Carnival in Bermuda event that brought together soca music, entertainment, and vibrant water festivities. The high-energy event featured a dynamic headline performance by international soca superstar Machel Montano, alongside an impressive lineup of local entertainers who …

Young athletes took part in the 36th annual Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon at Clearwater Beach today [June 13], competing in swim, bike and run events across multiple age groups. Aine Fahy won the female 7 to 10 non-racing bike category in 16:55.71, while Ted Brogden took first place in the male 7 to 10 non-racing …

A funeral service for former Premier and National Hero Sir John Swan will be held at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity on Wednesday, June 24, with members of the public invited to attend either in person or via livestream. The Government previously announced that a condolence book will be available for the public …

A funeral service for former Premier and National Hero Sir John Swan will be held at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity on Wednesday, June 24, with members of the public invited to attend either in person or via livestream. The Government previously announced that a condolence book will be available for the public …

NOVA Mas International’s Swizzle@Sunrise brought revellers together this morning [June 13] for a Carnival in Bermuda event featuring music, entertainment and a “Secret Garden” theme. A spokesperson previously said, “Swizzle@Sunrise continues to be one of the most anticipated experiences of Carnival in Bermuda. With ‘The Secret Garden’ theme, we are elevating the concept even further, …

“In recent weeks, there has been a concerning shift, with 4 new HIV diagnoses reported in just the last 4 weeks,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that “this sudden rise underscores the urgent need to intensify awareness efforts, expand access to testing, and strengthen prevention strategies to flatten the uptick in transmission.” Speaking …

The King’s Birthday Parade is taking place this morning [June 13] along Front Street in Hamilton, and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “The King’s Birthday Parade will feature marching units from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band & Corps of Drums, the Bermuda Police Service …

The ‘Classic Old School Fete’ was held on Friday night [June 12] as part of the Carnival in Bermuda festivities, with the promoters previously describing the event as “blending nostalgia with the fresh spirit of today’s fete culture,” with this year’s theme, Rum and Rhythm, celebrating the “perfect fusion of taste and sound for an …

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne highlighted the Government’s direction to establish a standstill ceiling on retail fuel prices for a period of six months and noted that the Government will cover any verified revenue shortfall for licensed importers during this period. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 12], the Minister said, …

There was a “multiple vehicle road traffic collision” on South Road, Paget on Friday. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a multiple vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, Paget near the entrance to Bermuda College. “Westbound traffic is currently being diverted onto College Road at the junction with South Road. “Eastbound traffic traveling …

The Department of Public Transportation and Ministry of Public Works announced temporary bus detours and road closures from June 13 -15th due to the Waves Concert, Revel de Road procession, and National Heroes Day events. Heroes Weekend Bus Detours A spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advises the public of temporary impacts to …

“Consumer Affairs has received a growing number of reports from residents who have encountered fraudulent rental listings online” and “some have already been deceived,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 12] the Minister said, “I rise today to inform this Honourable House and the people of …

The OBA “submitted a set of Parliamentary Questions seeking further information about how Government has approached its CARICOM decision-making process” and the “Government chose not to provide any meaningful information,” OBA MP Dr. Douglas De Couto said. Dr De Couto  — who is the Shadow Finance Minister — said, “Today in Parliament, the One Bermuda …

“The proposed framework will establish cooperatives as a distinct legal entity in Bermuda and create a dedicated Registrar of Cooperative Societies to provide oversight, registration, and support functions,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 12], the Minister said, “I rise today to lay for the …

[National Heroes Day message from Premier David Burt] As we observe National Heroes Day, we pause to reflect on the individuals whose efforts helped shape Bermuda for generations to come. Their leadership, advocacy, service, and sacrifice helped build the Bermuda we know today. We honour our National Heroes: Dame Lois Browne-Evans, Dr. Edgar Fitzgerald Gordon, …

The Meyer Group of Companies will amalgamate with the BEST Group of Companies with “a clear focus on continuity, future leadership, and sustainable growth.” A spokesperson said, “The Meyer Group of Companies and the BEST Group of Companies are pleased to announce their amalgamation after which the BEST Group will become part of the Meyer …

Elizabeth Christopher, Lionel Cann, John Paul Skinner and Troy Farnsworth were all recognized in the King’s 2026 Birthday Honours and Awards. A spokesperson said, “His Majesty King Charles III has recognized the following individuals in the 2026 Birthday Honours and Awards. Member of the British Empire [MBE]: “Ms. Elizabeth Christopher for her services to Law and Justice in Bermuda …

MPs are currently discussing a motion for Government to “approve the purchase of the Compass Point Building together with all land appurtenant thereto, situate at 9 Bermudiana Road, Pembroke” and you can listen to the live audio below. The Government previously said the negotiated purchase price is $14.5 million for the building, which provides over 81,000 …

The journey to and from Bermuda came with a spectacular marine escort for sailors in two separate ocean racing moments, as dolphins swam alongside both the Spirit of Bermuda and Time Machine. In one encounter, dolphins swam alongside the Spirit of Bermuda as the vessel made its way to Newport to take part in the …

Colorado State University hurricane researchers have reduced their 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast slightly and continue to call for a below-average Atlantic hurricane season with their updated 2026 projection. A spokesperson said, “CSU’s Tropical Cyclones, Radar, Atmospheric Modeling, and Software Team, in the Department of Atmospheric Science, cites the increased likelihood of a moderate to strong …