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Road Safety Week officially opened today [May 6], led by the Bermuda Road Safety Council under the theme “Operation Action – Changing Minds, Changing Behaviours.” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said, “This year, Road Safety Week’s theme centres on “Operation Action – Changing Minds, Changing Behaviours” – the Bermuda Road …

“A total of 756 vapes, valued at more than $30,000, were confiscated from shops in Devonshire and Smith’s,” local officials have confirmed, stating that “the products were found to contain either metatine, a toxic chemical, or nicotine levels above the legal limit.” A Government spokesperson said, “Environmental Health Officers from the Department of Health conducted targeted …

The Ministry of Health is monitoring reports of hantavirus infections linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship near Cape Verde, with local officials noting that “at this time, there is no known risk to Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is aware of reports of hantavirus infections linked to the Dutch‑flagged ship …

There will be two additional public meetings as part of the national consultation on the proposal that Bermuda become a full member of CARICOM, one on Thursday, May 14 in Sandys and one on Tuesday, May 19 in St. George’s. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, Minister of Home Affairs, announced …

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] and the Centre Against Abuse [CAA] announced the formal signing of a Memorandum of Understanding [MOU], strengthening a longstanding partnership dedicated to ensuring clients are connected to the most appropriate support and services. A spokesperson said, “While the signing of this agreement marks an important milestone, the collaboration between the …

Voters in the City of Hamilton will head to the polls tomorrow [May 7] for the municipal election to choose the next Mayor, with both Michael Branco and Elmore Warren vying to succeed outgoing Mayor Charles Gosling. Polling is scheduled to take place from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. Paul Centennial Church Hall …

The Bermuda End-to-End has launched a public competition to design the official t-shirt for its 40th anniversary event in 2027. A spokesperson said, “As the Bermuda End-to-End looks ahead to its landmark 40th charity event in 2027, organisers are inviting the community to play a role in this milestone celebration with the launch of the …

The police have renewed their appeal for information one year after the fatal shooting of Shaquan Williams and Jasmin Smith in Somerset. A police spokesperson said, ” May 1st 2026 marked one year since the tragic murders of Shaquan Williams and Jasmin Smith, who were both fatally shot at Legends Bar in Somerset, where three …

From official ceremonies and community events to scenic boat journeys and public appearances, these 12 videos recap many of the key moments from King Charles III’s historic visit to Bermuda, which was the first time a reigning King had ever visited the island. During the visit, the King participated in ceremonies, meetings, community events, environmental …