Christopher Williamson honoured with Public Service Excellence Award
David Burt has praised the dedication of public officer Christopher Williamson after he was named the April recipient of the Public Service Excellence Awar
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Public invited to shape satellite licensing rules
The proposed framework is the final stage of policy development under Bermuda’s National Space Strategy
The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced today
Trash collection adjusted for Bermuda Day
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is advising that due to the Bermuda Day holiday on Friday, 22 May 2026, household waste that would normally be coll
Motorcyclist seriously injured following collision with bus
A motorcyclist sustained serious injuries after colliding with a public bus in Devonshire this morning.
The male rider was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital following the incident at about 1…
The male rider was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital following the incident at about 1…
Serious collision involving motorcyclist and public bus
Officers from the Bermuda Police Service have cordoned off a partial area of Palmetto Road where the collision occurred late this morning
A rider was ru
A 40-year-old St. George’s man
A 40-year-old St. George’s man has been granted bail after appearing in Magistrates’ Court to answer two charges involving an alleged assault on a woman.
Port Royal Primary School closed amid dispute
A primary school embroiled in a dispute with the Minister of Education has been closed for the day because of staff shortages.
The Royal Gazette contacted the Ministry of Education and was told: …
Teachers no-show at Port Royal
Port Royal Primary students were sent home on Monday morning after teachers apparently did not show up
Port Royal Primary School on Monday morning. Photo by
The Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps
The Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps held its annual Sponsored Row and Trashathon on Friday and Saturday, 15–16 May and is inviting the public to support its largest community fundraiser of the year and help reach a $20,000 fundraising goal.
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Public invited to review space and satellite proposals
Public consultation has opened on the licensing of ground-based Earth stations for the island to advance in the global space and satellite economy.
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, sai…
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, sai…
Minister On 2026 Bermuda Day Grand Marshals
Demeka “Tiny T” Tacklyn, Jules Roberts, Tawana Lee, Sonya Smith and the late Allan Warner will be honoured as the Grand Marshals at the 2026 Bermuda Day Parade, Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [May 15], the Minister said, “Each year, the …
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Lunch and Learn sessions to focus on mental health stigma
The Ministry of Health will host a pair of online “lunch and learn” sessions as part of Mental Health Anti-Stigma Month, with the first to take place today.
A spokeswoman said that the sessions, organ…
A spokeswoman said that the sessions, organ…
Bermuda Day holiday trash collection schedule
Trash collection scheduled for Friday has been moved to this Saturday because of the Bermuda Day holiday.
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that recycling collection, which occurs o…
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that recycling collection, which occurs o…
Pope Leo to issue first major work, addressing AI, on May 25
The text, known as an encyclical, is also likely to decry the wars roiling the world
Pope Leo XIV arrives for the weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Squ
Bermuda Joins International Math Olympiad
The Bermuda Mathematics Academy has successfully registered Bermuda as an observer country for the 2026 International Mathematics Olympiad [IMO] in Shanghai, China. A spokesperson said, “This is a first for the country and will allow Bermuda to send a student team to participate in the 2027 IMO to compete with the top mathematical minds around …
Hantavirus-hit liner reaches Rotterdam, crew quarantined and ship to be disinfected
It had been carrying around 150 passengers and crew from 23 countries when a cluster of severe respiratory illnesses was first reported to the World Healt
US states reject anti-vaccine bills as public health groups fight MAHA
The failures show a limit to the political power of the MAHA coalition groups that had set out this year to pass laws against mandatory vaccinations in at least
Global stocks retreat and bonds wilt as oil climbs
A drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, while Saudi Arabia reported intercepting three drones, as U.S. President Dona
BEJI & Trevo Launch Youth Football Scholarships
The Bermuda Equal Justice Initiative [BEJI] and Trevo Academy have partnered to offer two fully funded football scholarships for Bermudian boys and girls aged 8 to 13, providing young athletes with access to summer training opportunities valued at $1,400. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Equal Justice Initiative [BEJI], in partnership with Trevo Academy, a new …
Earthquake hits southwest China; thousands evacuate, buildings collapse
There were two confirmed deaths with one still missing, and four people were sent to the hospital, although none of them had life-threatening injuries, CCTV and
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda an emergency of international concern
The WHO said the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, did not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency but there was a high risk the disease could spread
EU to force companies to buy components from non-Chinese suppliers, FT reports
The new rules would affect businesses in a handful of key sectors like chemicals and industrial machinery, the report added, citing two EU officials familiar wi
Dollar dips; rising oil and bond yields temper losses
The euro was last up 0.1% at $1.1635 and sterling was up 0.2% at $1.3351
U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken March 24, 2026. REUTERS/D
Home affairs minister warns of ‘costly’ LNG infrastructure
The price tag of switching to a cleaner fuel for the island’s power, estimated by consultants at considerably more than $100 million, must be matched with the goal of affordability in the island’s new…
Speed cameras to be operational by September
High-tech cameras to deter speeding, which could also cut back on bad driving such as reckless overtaking and third-laning, are in the works for a potential September deployment, legislators heard on …
Boat charter claims duty of care exercised in MP crash
Legal counsel for a charter boat company insisted that the business fully exercised its duty of care ahead of an MP’s accident on the water.
Dennis Lister III, the Junior Minister of Justice, appealed…
Dennis Lister III, the Junior Minister of Justice, appealed…
Loyal Hill turns out for pre-Bermuda Day Parade
Residents turned out in sizeable numbers yesterday to take part in an annual event at Loyal Hill that originated during lockdown for the pandemic.
Tributes were paid to exceptional people from the Dev…
Tributes were paid to exceptional people from the Dev…
Jason Hayward: ‘I’m no woman-beater’
Jason Hayward has challenged rumours on social media accusing him of domestic abuse.
The Minister of Economy and Labour stood in the House of Assembly on Friday and vehemently denied having committed …
The Minister of Economy and Labour stood in the House of Assembly on Friday and vehemently denied having committed …
OBA’s Linda Smith On Single Use Plastics Act
“The One Bermuda Alliance generally supports the concept of the Single Use Plastics Act 2026 but at the same time we feel it is important to point out what this Bill does, and doesn’t do, in terms of its overall impact,” Shadow Minister for Seniors, Environment & Sustainability Linda Smith said. Ms Smith said, “It …
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The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced today that it has opened a public consultation on a consolidated framework for the licensing of Earth Stations in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “It is a decisive step in strengthening Bermuda’s position in the global space and satellite economy. “The proposed framework is the final stage of …
Live Video: 2026 Santo Cristo Festival
The Santo Cristo Festival – an Azorean tradition that has been celebrated in Bermuda for years by the Portuguese community — is underway this afternoon [May 17] and you can tune in and watch live below, and view all Bernews coverage of the festival over the years here. Related Stories Community To Celebrate Portuguese Festival Community To Celebrate Portuguese …
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Rideshare application deadline extended to offer more permits
Applications for Bermuda’s first rideshare programme will continue be accepted beyond the initial cut-off date, the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport said on Friday.
Owen Darrell told …
Owen Darrell told …
Swiss Double: Lewis Smashes 400m Record Again
Bermudian para-athlete Jessica Lewis has continued her sensational run of form in Switzerland, shattering her personal best for the second time in a week at the
Sea Cadets complete sponsored row and trashathon fundraiser
The Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps completed its annual Sponsored Row and Trashathon community fundraiser over the weekend, with cadets taking part in a long-distance
Recently, the Minister of Economy
Recently, the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, met with members of Bermuda’s entrepreneurial community during the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation’s (BEDC) Chat and Chew to discuss the newly released Bermuda Entrepreneurship Blueprint (the Blueprint).
OBA to host golf fundraiser
The One Bermuda Alliance is inviting members of the public to participate in its Drive For Change golf tournament on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at the Port Royal g
Minister Weeks briefed on Regiment readiness
Ahead of UK training camp
The Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, visited Warwick Camp on Wednesday to receive a briefing on the operational readi
BELCO Comment On Two Recent Outages
BELCO President Wayne Caines said island-wide outages were caused by an underground fault and storm damage, including a St. David’s waterspout. Wayne Caines, President of BELCO said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] is providing an update on two recent outage events affecting customers across the island. “On Sunday evening, BELCO crews responded to an …
Photos, Video & 360: BEDC Love Local Market
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] hosted its Love Local Market, bringing together local vendors, entrepreneurs and shoppers to support Bermudian businesses and community connections. The event highlighted a range of local products, food and entertainment while promoting the importance of shopping local. Related Stories Photos & Video: Flea Market Extravaganza Photos & Video: Holiday Spring …
Minister On The New Government Website Portal
“I rise today to update this Honourable House on the successful launch of the Government’s new digital portal, a major step forward in modernising how the public accesses information and services,” Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly on Friday [May 15]. The Minister’s full statement …
Road in Devonshire will close for community parade
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public that a temporary road closure will take place on Loyal Hill Road in Devonshire to accom
Opinion: Single use plastic legislation needs closer scrutiny
The One Bermuda Alliance generally supports the concept of the Single Use Plastics Act 2026 but at the same time we feel it is important to point out what this
Weeks tours Warwick Camp ahead of RBR training
The Minister of National Security was briefed on the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s readiness ahead of its overseas camp in the UK.
Michael Weeks toured Warwick Camp on Wednesday with Lieutenant-Colonel Edw…
Michael Weeks toured Warwick Camp on Wednesday with Lieutenant-Colonel Edw…
Rider given 18-month road ban after crash
A motorist involved in a St George’s crash has been disqualified from driving all vehicles for 18 months.
Ranjan Gomes, 50, admitted riding a bike while impaired by alcohol when he appeared in Magistr…
Ranjan Gomes, 50, admitted riding a bike while impaired by alcohol when he appeared in Magistr…
Clearing the way at Fairmont Southampton
They were planted heavily in Bermuda as a windbreak and a replacement tree after the scale insect blight destroyed most of the island’s native cedar forest.
However, the introduced casuarina subsequen…
However, the introduced casuarina subsequen…
The One Bermuda Alliance generally
The One Bermuda Alliance generally supports the concept of the Single Use Plastics Act 2026 but at the same time we feel it is important to point out what this Bill does, and doesn’t do, in terms of its overall impact.