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Bermuda experienced a spell of inclement weather this weekend, with rain, storm clouds and lightning seen across the island, and video has been widely circulating showing what appears to be a waterspout in the east end. The weather conditions could continue, as a Thunderstorm Advisory is in effect for this afternoon, and today’s forecast from the …

The Department of Planning has officially approved plans submitted for two residential developments that are set to create a total of 48 housing units in Sandys and St David’s. As Bernews previously reported, the plan for Sandys is a three-story development with 24 two-bedrooms, while the plan for the East End is also a three-story …

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has issued a Request for Quotes [RFQ] for a “contractor to provide as-needed road repair services.” The notice said, “The Highways Section of the Ministry of Public Works and Environment seeks to engage a Contractor to provide as-needed road repair services across the road network. The purpose of this …

News that the Department of Sport and Recreation Summer Camp Registration Team earned the Public Service Excellence Award, Bermuda’s volleyball team won a gold medal and the Clyde Best documentary won the Audience Favorite award at the Roxbury International Film Festival were among the positive news stories from the past week. Other good news stories included …

The Department of Culture hosted a special youth edition of its annual Cultural Connect event on Saturday, August 22 at Pig’s Field, Band Room Lane, Pembroke, bringing young people, families and community groups together for an afternoon celebrating Bermuda’s culture. Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell previously said, “Culture lives and …

Cyclists Dylan Eiselt and Jacob Wright both won silver medals at the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize today. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s young cyclists made a strong start to the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize, winning two silver medals in Saturday’s individual time trials. “Dylan Eiselt secured silver in the …

Somerset supporters took to the streets to celebrate the team’s Cup Match victory, waving flags and wearing the team’s colours during a lively procession last night in the west end. The celebration follows after Somerset retained the Cup Match trophy after defeating St George’s by an innings and 87 runs at Somerset Cricket Club. Related Stories …

Future Leaders Bermuda held its induction and closing ceremony at the Bermuda College Lecture Theatre on Friday, August 21, where students shared their experiences and were formally inducted as Future Leaders after completing the three-week academic component of the programme. Related Stories Photos & Videos: Future Leaders Ceremony Photos: Future Leaders Community Day Photos & …

BILTIR hosted a roundtable connecting interns with Premier David Burt, Governor Andrew Murdoch, and U.S. Consul General Antoinette Hurtado to discuss Bermuda’s future and global role. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] recently hosted an interactive round table discussion connecting interns from its member companies with His Excellency Andrew Murdoch, …

Police continue to investigate three separate collisions reported in Smith’s Parish and Paget on Sunday, 16th August, with two motorcyclists and two car drivers injured. Two-Vehicle Smith’s Parish Collision A police spokesperson said, “At last check, the 56-year-old male motorcyclist injured in a collision with a car around 6:25pm Sunday, 16th August 2026 on North …

The Department of Culture held the 17th Annual Robinson/Packwood Memorial Lecture on August 18 at the Bermuda National Gallery, bringing together members of the community to reflect on Bermuda’s history and the importance of preserving and understanding the island’s past. A Government spokesperson said, “This year’s lecture featured Dr. Neil Kennedy, Professor of Atlantic History …

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities extended their thanks to members of the public for attending the town hall meeting held on August 20 at St. Paul AME Centennial Hall to discuss the proposed Phase 2 affordable housing projects. A Government spokesperson said,  “The meeting provided an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to hear about …

Bermuda’s Under-14 boys football team will face Jamaica in the semi-finals of the 2026 Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series today [August 21] in the Dominican Republic, and you can tune in and watch the live stream below. The young Gombey Warriors advanced to the Tier I semi-finals after completing the group stage unbeaten. Bermuda …

Bermuda students represented the island at the Spirit of Math Global Round in Toronto, earning 16 awards while competing alongside students from around the world. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda students recently represented the island at the Spirit of Math Global Round in Toronto, Canada, on August 13, 2026, joining students from around the world for …

Bermudian James Leitch has completed his first actuarial examination at the age of 16, beginning a qualification process that most aspiring actuaries tackle much later. Leitch, a former Saltus Grammar School pupil, began preparing for Exam P in January with the help of his father, Trevor, a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society. The pair …

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is reminding “commercial and recreational fishers that the ‘Grouper Boxes’, which contain important Black Grouper aggregations, remain closed to fishing until 1 December 2026. ” A Government spokesperson said, “These areas are indicated on the maps as ‘Extended Closure Areas’. “While the areas around the Red Hind aggregations …

Brianna Ray made history as the first female player to take the field in the 122-year history of the Eastern Counties cricket series. This was noted by Eastern County Cricket Association, who said, “Last Saturday, during the second match of the 2026 Eastern Counties cricket series, Brianna Ray became the first-ever female player to take …

Kymani Thomas has received the 2026 Ted Crawford Scholarship, valued at $15,000, to support his HVAC studies at Bermuda College. A spokesperson said, “For Kymani Thomas, beginning college marks the start of an exciting new chapter. With support from the Hamilton Rotary Club, that journey will begin with one less financial burden and a community …

The Department of Planning is “reminding landowners and aspiring farmers to register their interest in the Grow Local initiative, an innovative programme designed to connect available land with people looking to grow food and strengthen Bermuda’s agricultural sector.” The spokesperson said, “Developed in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Grow Local supports …

[Opinion column written by MP Dwayne Robinson] The One Bermuda Alliance welcomes the Minister of Home Affairs bringing forward competition laws for consultation, as it is something that our party has long campaigned for. We have consistently introduced anti-monopoly and competition laws into the cost-of-living conversation, and we look forward to the final draft of …

[Written by Don Burgess] A 19-year-old appeared in Magistrates Court today [Aug 20] charged with firearm offences alleged to be in connection with a shooting at Southampton Rangers Sports Club in May. Josef Ferreira was charged with discharging bullets from a firearm on May 24. He was also charged with conspiring to import a firearm into …

The Department of Culture will host a special youth edition of its annual Cultural Connect event this Saturday [August 22] from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Pig’s Field, Band Room Lane, Pembroke. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture will host a special youth edition of its annual Cultural Connect stakeholder event this Saturday from …

[Updated] Two men appeared in Magistrates Court today [Aug 20] charged with offenses which are understood to be in connection with the report of a rattlesnake. Victor Bahia, 31, was charged with allegedly transmitting a false message contrary to section 66 of the Electronic Communications Act, and Alvaro Cro, 55, was charged with allegedly making …

A charge has been approved against Brazilian national Victor Bahia for allegedly “transmitting a false message contrary to section 66 of the Electronic Communications Act,” the Department of Public Prosecutions confirmed today. A spokesperson said, ”The criminal proceedings against Victor Bahia concern the role alleged to have been played by him in the distribution of an image which …

A collision involving a car and a propane gas truck occurred on Somerset Road this morning [Aug 20] resulting in the propane gas truck overturning onto its side. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 5:30 am on Thursday, 20th August 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a road traffic collision …

Nine firefighter recruits – Jaylon Bather, E. Camren Caines, Jayorie Fox, Erik Frederick, Cole Hepburn, Stefan Maybury, Kobie Reid, Jonah Robinson and Keion Smith — were recognised today for reaching an important milestone in their journey to becoming fully trained members of the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of …

Ten new electric buses have arrived in Bermuda, with the Minister stating their arrival marks “another important milestone in our commitment to a modern, reliable and sustainable public transportation system.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] welcomed 10 new electric buses on August 18, as the vehicles were driven off the …

“29% of respondents disclosed experiencing sexual abuse before their 18th birthday,” according to a recent survey commissioned by SCARS Bermuda, with the charity noting that “these findings remind us that child sexual abuse is both prevalent and profoundly life-altering.” A spokesperson said, “A recent survey commissioned by SCARS Bermuda and conducted by KPMG has found that 29% …

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities will host a public town hall on August 20 to present proposed Phase 2 affordable housing projects and gather community feedback. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities will host a public town hall meeting at St. Paul AME Church Centennial Hall on Court Street in …

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed that Bermuda received an official request from the Philippines “seeking the provisional arrest of Ma. Theresa Jeremias Requerme, a Filipino national who is wanted in the Philippines in connection with a charge of murder” and said that Ms Requerme “will appear before the Magistrates’ Court of Bermuda …

A 64-year-old man has been arrested “on suspicion of impaired driving” following a collision on South Road in Southampton yesterday [Aug 17]. A police spokesperson said, “It appears that this collision occurred just prior to 9:40am Monday, 17th August 2026. Apparently the driver of the overturned truck, understood to be a 64-year-old Sandys parish man, …

The Bermuda Volleyball Association’s National Men’s and Women’s Indoor Volleyball Teams have returned home following their successful participation in the 2026 ECVA Senior Indoor Volleyball Championships in the British Virgin Islands. The women’s team delivered an outstanding performance, capturing Gold, while the men’s team finished 4th in the tournament. Minister for Tourism & Transport, Culture …

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt and representatives from the Ministry of Finance and the Bermuda Monetary Authority are attending the SALT Wyoming Blockchain Symposium. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is leading a delegation to the SALT Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, which takes place from August 17 to 20, 2026. “The invitation-only …

Bermuda’s Under-14 boys football team will continue competing in the 2026 Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series, matching up against Martinique today [August 18] in the Dominican Republic, and you can tune in and watch the live stream below. The young Gombey Warriors are competing in Tier I Group A alongside Barbados, Martinique and hosts …

The police said they have received “reports where the information given was later discovered to be false” and noted that “where a report is found to contain false information, appropriate action may be taken, including criminal prosecution.” A police spokesperson said, “Since May 2026, the Bermuda Police Service has received a number of reports where …

The documentary Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story has been named Audience Favorite at the 2026 Roxbury International Film Festival in New England and has also been nominated for Best International Film at the 2026 BronzeLens Awards in Atlanta. Now in its 28th year, the Roxbury International Film Festival is the largest film festival …

Family Centre extended their thanks to the volunteers, businesses, donors, community partners and members of the public who helped make the 2026 Family Centre Cup Match Tag Day a success. A spokesperson said, “This year marked Clarien Bank’s 25th year of sponsoring Family Centre’s Cup Match Tag Day. The charity is deeply grateful to Clarien …

ASU BIOS is marking 50 years of its Bermuda Program, which has provided more than 320 research internships to Bermudian students since 1976. A spokesperson said, “ASU BIOS celebrates 50 years of the Bermuda Program, supporting the next generation of Bermudian scientists with over 300 research internships since 1976. “For five decades, the Bermuda Program …

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today released visitor statistics for the second quarter of 2026, providing a mid-year snapshot of performance across air, cruise, accommodations and maritime measures. A spokesperson said, “Behind the numbers is a deliberate strategy: diversify where visitors come from and grow what each visitor contributes. Every destination is chasing higher-value travel. …

The Bermuda Police Service confirmed that a 27-year-old woman is in custody and said they are “working closely with our international law enforcement partners and the appropriate authorities to progress the necessary processes.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of reports circulating on social media regarding an INTERPOL Red Notice …

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne, has joined the 2026 cohort of the Field Fellowship, a year-long international programme for senior political leaders founded by former Prime Minister of New Zealand Dame Jacinda Ardern. A Government spokesperson said, “Fellows are identified and invited by the programme, and Minister Lightbourne is the first Minister of the …

One Communications will hold its annual back-to-school event this Sunday [Aug 23] at Victoria Park, featuring free activities, entertainment, food, school supplies, and giveaways for families. A spokesperson said, “One Communications is excited to welcome students, parents, and community members to its annual back-to-school event on Sunday, August 23, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Victoria …

“Close to 70 traffic tickets have been issued since 7:00am today, including 40 so far for speeding and 10 for using a mobile phone while operating a vehicle,” the police said at approximately noon today [Aug 17]. The spokesperson said, “The remaining tickets were issued for a range of other traffic offences. These road safety and …

The Duperreault Fellowship has named Camily O. Lovell as its 2026 recipient, awarding her $25,000 in financial support to assist in her doctoral studies in Community Care and Counselling at Liberty University in Virginia. A spokesperson said, “The Duperreault Fellowship has announced Camily O. Lovell as the recipient of this year’s award. The Duperreault Fellowship, established …

Bermuda’s Under-14 boys football team will begin their 2026 Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series campaign against Barbados today [August 17] in the Dominican Republic, and you can tune in and watch the live stream below. The young Gombey Warriors are competing in Tier I Group A alongside Barbados, Martinique and hosts Dominican Republic. The …

A truck driver was taken to hospital following a collision involving three heavy trucks on South Road in Southampton, with one of the trucks “overturning and completely blocking the roadway.” A police spokesperson said, “Police and other first responders are currently on the scene of a road traffic collision involving three heavy trucks on South Road, …

Tickets for the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship are now on sale, with the PGA TOUR event returning to Port Royal Golf Course from October 22-25. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship, Bermuda’s PGA TOUR event, is excited to announce that tickets for the 2026 tournament are now available for purchase. The Championship will return …

Three people were injured in two separate collisions on South Road in Paget, including a motorcyclist who sustained serious head injuries. A police spokesperson said, “There have been two serious road traffic collisions on South Road in Paget. The first involved two motorcars just east of Peace Lutheran Church. Both drivers sustained what were described as …

After a superb showing throughout the tournament, the Bermuda women’s volleyball team have won the gold medal at the 2026 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association [ECVA] Championships. Playing in the finals this evening, they defeated Antigua and Barbuda 3-1 [25-23, 27-25, 21-25, 25-20] to claim the championship title. The victory completes an unbeaten tournament for Bermuda, …

A male motorcycle rider was taken to hospital following a collision involving a car and a motorcycle on North Shore Road this evening [Aug 16]. A police spokesperson said, “Police and other first responders have been dispatched to a report of a potentially serious road traffic collision on North Shore Road, in the vicinity of …