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A male motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a collision in the east end on Friday night. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 10:15 pm, Friday, July 17, 2026, Police and Emergency Medical Services personnel were dispatched a serious single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, at the roundabout on Cooper’s Island Road, [Clearwater] …

The Bill provides for the establishment of the Education Authority in “four defined, legislated stages,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said, adding that “this is a deliberate design choice, one intended to ensure that reform is delivered thoughtfully, consultatively, and with appropriate legal safeguards at every step.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July …

“I rise today to report to Honourable Members and the public on the temporary suspension of the Integrated Resource Plan, the IRP, proceeding, and on the grounds on which that suspension now has legal effect,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 17] the Minister said, “The …

Opposition Leader Ben Smith has responded to Premier David Burt’s statement in the House of Assembly today [July 17], saying “after nine years, Bermudian families deserve results, not rhetoric.” Mr. Smith said, “In the House of Assembly, the Premier spoke proudly today about education investment, scholarships and signature schools. But he left out other things …

“Tomorrow, July 18th, it will be nine years since this Progressive Labour Party Government was returned to office,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 17] the Premier said, “Tomorrow, July 18th, it will be nine years since this Progressive Labour Party Government was returned to …

“As we commemorate Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day, let us honour our history with honesty, celebrate the resilience of those who came before us, and carry their legacy forward with pride,” Minister of Tourism and Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 17] the Minister said, …

A specialist search team from the United States has arrived in Bermuda with two trained dogs to assist in the search for the reported Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that a specialist search team from the United States arrived in Bermuda yesterday, 16 July 2026, …

“All available indicators suggest that a ransom demand and ransom-related payment activity may have occurred,” the Parliamentary Joint Select Committee report on the September 2023 cyber attack on the Government of Bermuda said, with the report adding “the Committee does not state, on the basis of the line items alone, that the full amount was …

The Ministry is “advancing Phase 2 of the Housing Infrastructure Projects Programme through the identification and assessment of additional sites for future housing development,” Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 17] the Minister said, “I rise today to provide this Honourable House and the people …

A planning application has been filed for a proposed development comprising 28 residential units, including fourteen one-bedroom units and fourteen two-bedroom units, as well as a swimming pool, restaurant facilities, fitness and community rooms, and underground parking. The letter that was submitted with the application said, “The planning application seeks to create a community development …

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [July 17], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Official Visit to the Azores; Building a Better and Fairer Bermuda; Updates on Phase 2 of the Housing Programme; Parent Cyber Safety and Digital Wellness Courses; Emancipation Commemoration 2026; Progress Report on the …

The Adult Education School celebrated the achievements of 16 graduates who received their GED certificates during their commencement ceremony today. A spokesperson said, “The Adult Education School today celebrates the success of 16 new graduates in the Class of 2026. The young men and women received their GED certificates at a ceremony at Bermuda College’s Athene …

Premier David Burt and Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell have concluded a three-day visit to the Azores at the invitation of President José Manuel Bolieiro. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, and the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, …

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources will conduct a new survey of Bermuda’s waters to identify abandoned and derelict vessels that may pose environmental, navigational or safety concerns. A spokesperson said, “Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR], is preparing to …

The City of Hamilton held their annual Summer Sunday: City Funday, featuring free games, attractions and live entertainment. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton welcomed more than 1,500 residents and visitors to Victoria Park on Sunday for its annual Summer Sunday: City Funday, with families turning out in force to enjoy an afternoon of …

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced that Renee Parker and Donna Foggo won two-night staycations at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in this year’s blood donor prize draw. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is pleased to announce that two lucky winners get to relax and enjoy themselves for two nights at the …

Mount Saint Agnes Academy celebrated the graduation of its 28-member Class of 2026. A spokesperson said, “Mount Saint Agnes Academy is pleased to announce that every graduate has been accepted to a post-secondary institution. Ten of the graduates will attend Bermuda College in the fall. Eleven graduates will go to Canada, one to Thailand, four …

Island Construction is holding a press conference  today [July 16] to announce its sponsorship of the 2026 Cup Match, and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below For extensive coverage of Cup Match spanning over …

Two males, a 16-year-old and a 15-year-old, attended the hospital “seeking treatment for gunshot wounds,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 10:25 pm on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Police received a report from staff at the Emergency Department of the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, that two juvenile males, a 16-year-old and …

Attorney-General Kim Wilkerson provided an update on Government’s progress in establishing the Office of the Public Guardian, which will be designed to assist seniors, people living with mental illness, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and vulnerable persons in the community. Speaking today [July 15] in the Senate, the Attorney-General said, “I rise today to update this Honourable Senate on …

After a racing career that made history and cemented her as one of the best athletes of all time, Dame Flora Duffy has said she “closes this chapter” of her life with a heart full of gratitude and said it has been her “greatest joy to represent our small island around the world.” In a post …

The Alliance Française des Bermudes held their annual Bastille Day celebration, featuring French food, live music and more. A spokesperson previously said, “France’s national day ‘le Quatorze Juillet’ falls on July 14th and is celebrated by English speakers around the world as Bastille Day. Marked across France and in French communities everywhere, the day honours …

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 …