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Extra spending totalling $22.26 million in the 2026-27 Budget is set to be debated by MPs as supplementary estimates next week.
In the House of Assembly yesterday, Douglas De Couto, the Shadow Ministe…

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Dennis Lister III: prison reform on a slow but steady rise

July 13, 2026

Prison reform was making slow but consistent progress, the Junior Minister of Justice and Finance assured the House of Assembly.
Dennis Lister III said recruitment efforts were “actively under way” w…

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Premier David Burt Leads Delegation To Azores

July 12, 2026

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 …

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The Playbook graduates 30 from Lumina financial education programme

July 12, 2026

Thirty participants have graduated from The Playbook, a 10-week financial education programme delivered by the Lumina Festival and supported by the Centennial F

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MPs remember minister’s late brother

July 12, 2026

An Opposition MP paid tribute to a constituent who was killed in a powerboat crash last month.
Dwayne Robinson, the Shadow Minister of Home and Community Affairs, told MPs that Rickai “Pugi” Raynor he…

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Lane closure planned in Hamilton Parish

July 12, 2026

A section of Harrington Sound Road will be reduced to one lane tomorrow and on Tuesday to repair pipes, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment said.
Work will be done from 10am to 5pm both days …

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Businesses urged to prepare for new beneficial ownerships rules

July 12, 2026

The Beneficial Ownership Act 2025 aims to support Bermuda’s obligations to meet international standards on transparency and anti-money laundering

The Offic

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Cup Match tag day to support the Family Centre

July 12, 2026

Family Centre is inviting the community to support its annual Cup Match Tag Day on Wednesday, July 29, with Cup Match ribbons now on sale for a minimum donation

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Video: Sunday July 12th: “Good News” Spotlight

July 12, 2026

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 …

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Dominique Willis To Present ‘In The Space Of Us’

July 12, 2026

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 …

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‘Only one-in-four dogs are licensed’

July 12, 2026

Opposition MP calls for action on potentially dangerous dogs

Shadow Minister for the Environment, MP Linda Smith is calling on the Minister of Public Works &

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Bermuda Under-17 international Z’Ani Jennings

July 12, 2026

Bermuda Under-17 international Z’Ani Jennings has signed a formal academy scholarship with Sky Bet Championship side Sheffield United ahead of the 2026-27 Professional Development League season.
Sports story courtesy of IslandStats.com https://tnnbda.com/bermudian-starlet-jennings-signs-sheffield-united-scholarship/

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It is said that “Revenge

July 12, 2026

It is said that “Revenge is a dish best served cold.” On Saturday, Southampton Rangers served up an icy helping, capturing the Western Counties Cup and leaving Warwick Workmen’s Club with nothing frostbitten on a hot summer day.

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Minister Updates On Family Preservation Program

July 12, 2026

“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 …

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‘Leadership begins with a willingness to learn’

July 12, 2026

Minister Jason Hayward addresses civil skills bootcamp

Young people were encouraged to develop the skills needed to shape Bermuda’s future during the Nationa

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Pensions to increase from September

July 11, 2026

Seniors can expect a 1.74 per cent increase in their pensions starting in September after MPs voted to align benefits with Bermuda’s rate of inflation.
The Contributory Pensions (Amendment of Contribu…

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End-to-End event provides a huge boost for charities

July 11, 2026

The Convex End-to-End has awarded $297,500 in grants to Bermuda charities, bringing the event’s total charitable giving since its launch in 1988 to $7.5 million

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Wilson: ‘stop list’ convictions can block vital medical travel

July 11, 2026

Old criminal convictions can haunt residents later in life when the need arises to travel overseas for “urgent or life-saving medical care”, MPs heard.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, told the Hou…

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Members sought for Human Rights Tribunal

July 11, 2026

The Selection and Appointment Committee is inviting members of the public to apply to serve on Bermuda’s Human Rights Tribunal.

The independent tribunal hear

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Love Takes Flight With Drone Show Proposal

July 11, 2026

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 …

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Bermuda Hospitals Board awards $152,000 in scholarships

July 11, 2026

Bermuda Hospitals Board is pleased to announce it has awarded a total of $152,000 in scholarships to 12 local students. In a ceremony held this morning, the stu

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The Butterfield Bermuda Championship Birdies

July 11, 2026

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship Birdies for Charity program is an easy and effective matching fund program where the tournament sponsors match fundraising efforts made by participating charities. Organizations receive every penny they raise, plus up to a 10% match on every donation.

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Video: Time-honoured tribute to those lost at sea

July 11, 2026

A poignant ceremony was held this week to remember those lost at sea.

It’s an annual tribute organized by The Guild of the Holy Compassion.

The MV Olander

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Police officer arrested for alleged dishonesty

July 11, 2026

Full investigation is ongoing

The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a serving police officer has been arrested on allegations of dishonesty offences.

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App upgrade eases access to public transportation

July 11, 2026

Travellers can now use ShoreLink even if they have no internet connection

The Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport is pleased to announce

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Husband and wife law team

July 11, 2026

Husband and wife law team Jaymo Durham and Keiva Maronie Durham are facing considerable jail time after being found guilty of stealing $1.2 million from four elderly clients.