Royal Gazette

Complaints to Bermuda’s Human Rights Commission continue to follow an upward trend, with issues relating to employment, access to services and workplace harassment the most common concerns raised last…

Some units at Bermudiana Beach Residencies in Warwick are being rented out at a discounted rate, David Burt revealed in the House of Assembly today.
Craig Cannonier, the Opposition Whip, posed questio…

A woman accused of having a firearm and cocaine was cleared of all charges this afternoon by a Supreme Court jury.
After four hours of deliberation, the jury found Desiree O’Connor not guilty of posse…

A tattoo studio had its operating licence suspended after complaints were made that minors were being tattooed without parental permission.
The Department of Health reminded residents and body-art ope…

The mothers of two teenagers who lost their lives to a double shooting two years ago today have made a heartfelt appeal for those in the community with information on the attack to come forward and he…

Twelve healthcare students have been encouraged to “seize the opportunity”, expand their knowledge and return to the Bermuda Hospitals Board after receiving scholarships from the BHB.
In a ceremony th…

A couple who previously ran a law firm together were remanded until September last night after a jury delivered guilty verdicts, closing a seven-week trial for charges of stealing $1.2 million from fo…

A solar provider said the industry had taken “inventive” steps in the face of recent electricity rate changes announced by Belco — a move that Wayne Caines, president of the utility, insisted was “not…

A Bermudian researcher’s continuing study of gang violence that “centres on island life and island challenges” went this week before a gathering in London of police commissioners from across the Briti…

The Information Commissioner’s Office is expected to move to its new home on Burnaby Street tomorrow.
In a notice the ICO, which had been based in the Maxwell Roberts Building on Church Street, confir…

A government app for mobile fare payment is now operational without internet connection.
The ShoreLink update, available now, allows passengers to check and accept mobile tickets and fares on board, w…

A flight from Madrid, Spain rerouted to Bermuda yesterday after an infant experienced a medical emergency on board.

The Bermuda Flyer reported that year-old passenger on Spanish charter airline Wo…

Ferry service to Paget and Warwick will return this afternoon after technical woes forced a suspension yesterday.
The Department of Marine and Ports said the Pink Route ferry service is expected to re…

Members of the public will be able to view and purchase work from island artists at a fundraiser on Wednesday.
The free event at Magnolia Place on Victoria Street will feature food, wine, original pie…

Bermuda is being invited to kick off Cup Match festivities early this year with a free event on Friday evening at the Willowbank Resort in Sandys.
The Somerset Pre-Cup Match Explosion, organised by Vo…

Somerset fans and St George’s supporters are being asked to show their teams some love while aiding a charity dedicated to helping families across Bermuda.
Family Centre will again partner with longst…

An Opposition MP has urged the Government to “immediately release” an 18-month-old report on how to tackle illegal dog breeding and associated problems.
Linda Smith, the shadow environment minister, s…

A lawyer for a woman found to have a gun concealed in her ceiling told the Supreme Court there was no evidence to prove she had known of the weapon.
While Desiree O’Connor declined to speak in her own…

A Bermudian teacher has issued a call to reconnect with her first class when she returns to the island this month.
In a teaching career spanning four decades, Kim Thomas-Phillips has taught in Bermuda…

A row has flared at the Corporation of Hamilton over accusations of offensive comments on the job.
Officials have reacted quickly to investigate the alleged incident at the parks department, and a mem…

A Gombey troupe will showcase Bermudian culture at one of North America’s largest Caribbean cultural celebrations next month.
Gombey Warriors hope to raise funds for 20 dancers and drummers to partic…

A metal barrier has been installed on North Shore Road at the roundabout with Barker’s Hill, Devonshire, to provide greater protection, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment confirmed yesterday…

A Caribbean Community meeting with Bermuda represented by the Premier alongside Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, focused on food security, cutting the cost of living and trade diversif…

Police called for vigilance against fraudsters posing as bank representatives after residents had funds pulled from their accounts.
A spokesman said officers continued to get complaints over callers c…

Members of the island’s arts community have been given more than $23,000 to expand Bermuda’s cultural sphere.
The Bermuda Arts Council announced the first nine winners of its 2026 grants, who received…

Members of the public are encouraged to apply to serve on Bermuda’s Human Rights Tribunal.
Seth Darrell, head of its selection and appointment committee, said applicants should have “experience, inter…

Marlin hunters were out in force at the weekend as the Blue Marlin World Cup came down to its closest-ever victory — with a Bermudian team narrowly losing to contenders Bad Company as both landed 653l…

The search for a rattlesnake spotted in Southampton is ongoing, with the Government urging the public to be vigilant in the wake of fake images and videos.
A spokeswoman for the Ministry of Public Wor…

A charity fundraiser that attracts thousands of people every year to walk, ride or swim across the island awarded $297,500 in grants at its annual awards ceremony
The latest support means that the tot…

A serious two-vehicle collision in Devonshire resulted in traffic diversions this morning, police said.
The incident happened on South Road, near the junction with Kent Avenue, and blocked the roadway…

An electrician told a court how he discovered a handgun and ammunition in the ceiling of a Warwick home while carrying out repairs.
William Tull, a self-employed electrician, made the discovery while …

An animal welfare veteran warned that the island was failing to tackle an “underground criminal network of mass breeding and ill treatment” of pitbull terriers, as new figures revealed that 175 were d…

Diallo Rabain will retain responsibility for the Department of Planning despite being moved back to the education ministry in last week’s Cabinet shuffle.
Mr Rabain was responsible for planning in hi…

Pitbull Jake didn’t bark for a year after he was rescued by animal wardens.
The nine-year-old dog had been found in a severely emaciated state and almost didn’t make it.
“They took him to a vet and he…

David Burt hailed the work of Grenada’s National Democratic Congress recently during an appearance at a rally for the political party.
The Premier was among a number of speakers who took the stage at …

Family photos, artefacts and stories have been compiled for an exhibit launched at the National Museum of Bermuda.

Your Pictures, Your Objects, Your Stories, Our History was opened last Thursday b…

From August 1, electricity rates will be restructured and customer bills redesigned, Belco announced — a move welcomed by the Regulatory Authority.
Belco said rates will be “unbundled for greater tran…

The Pink Route ferry has been suspended beginning today, Wednesday, July 8, until further notice due to mechanical issues, the Department of Marine and Ports said.
The department apologised for the in…

The vital role of volunteers in the Mirrors Programme won recognition at an appreciation and awards ceremony.
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors joined forces with the Mirrors Alumn…

Performers are set to deliver improvised hilarity for charity at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute next week.
The “Stunnerset” and “St Gorgeous” teams will compete for laughs during the six…

A global reinsurance firm has donated $20,000 to help an LGBTQ+ charity in Bermuda continue its education and advocacy programming.
Fortitude Re announced the grant to OutBermuda through its Fortitude…

Diallo Rabain will retain responsibility for the Department of Planning despite being moved back to the education ministry in last week’s Cabinet shuffle.
Mr Rabain was responsible for planning in h…

Members of the public can watch existing and former members of Bermuda’s Youth Parliament debate lowering the island’s voting age to 16 tomorrow.
A government spokeswoman said the young parliamentaria…

A shadow minister has criticised the Government for failing to provide a long-promised pilot programme designed to assist vulnerable seniors.
Robin Tucker, the Shadow Minister of Youth and Family Serv…

David Burt hailed the work of Grenada’s National Democratic Congress recently during an appearance at a rally for the political party.
The Premier was among a number of speakers who took the stage at …

A motorcyclist suffered a serious head injury in a St George’s crash, police confirmed this afternoon.
The Bermuda Police Service said that a 65-year-old man was riding west on Mullet Bay Road at abou…

Five new works have been added to the permanent collection at the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, thanks to the support of dedicated donors and the Bermuda Arts Council.
John Hartman’s The View Nor…

Reports of abuse against seniors have doubled in the past three years, with the numbers expected to increase further, owing to the island’s ageing population, the Ministry of Youth, Social Development…

Parents are choosing to leave parish primary schools — one of the hallmarks of education reforms introduced under the leadership of Diallo Rabain, during his first stint as education minister.
Enrolme…