Bermuda News Updates

Police issued 55 tickets during traffic enforcement on Tuesday [Sept 22], with 27 for speeding, the highest recorded at 90km/h, and 23 for seatbelt offences, including seven minibus drivers, while a woman on an e-bike was also ticketed after being clocked at 67km/h. A police spokesperson said, “Continued traffic abatement efforts by the Bermuda Police …

[Opinion column written by MP Dwayne Robinson] When the Cost of Living Commission Amendment [No. 2] Bill 2026 was defeated in the Senate, I cautioned the Minister of Home Affairs to take this time to re-think her strategy. Unfortunately, Minister Alexa Lightbourne regrettably shows that her priorities remain mis-aligned with the priorities of Bermudians. Putting …

The Committee of 25 has awarded $25,000 in scholarships and awards to five Bermudian students — Christopher Jackson, Christopher Bean, Kavwona Richardson, Keimani Trott and Malia Bell — who are pursuing careers supporting children and families. A spokesperson said, “For nearly 75 years, the Committee of 25 has helped Bermuda families access the care, equipment …

Paul DeShield has released his first gospel album, De Shield of Faith, a nine-track project which is “anchored in Bermudian identity” and has 73 scripture references. Mr DeShield, who performs as Eminence, believes this is the first documented gospel rap album from Bermuda. “I feel like this album is a culmination of my experiences and …

The 2026 Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix “generated an estimated $7.2 million in total economic impact for Bermuda,” according to a statement released today. A spokesperson said, “The 2026 Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix generated an estimated $7.2 million in total economic impact for Bermuda – a 47 percent increase compared to the …

Minister of Health Kim Wilson and Minister of Public Works & Environment Jache Adams are holding a press conference this morning [Sept 23] to provide an an update on the Mangrove Bay Health Centre. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: HIV Awareness …

Saltus School is celebrating its 2026 graduates after 93% of its students who took Advanced Placement [AP] exams achieved scores of 3 or higher. A spokesperson said, “Saltus is proud to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our 2026 graduates in their Advanced Placement [AP] examination results. Offering AP courses since 1975, Saltus continues to uphold …

The Oxford English Dictionary has added four new ‘Bermudian English’ terms — “bimpert,” “hamma,” “shadeesh” and “to cut someone’s tail” — in its latest update. A spokesperson said, “Oxford Languages announces its latest Oxford English Dictionary [OED] update. In 2021, the OED added a significant number of words and phrases from one of the oldest dialects …

A planning application has been submitted for renovations to the historic Perot’s Post Office in Hamilton. The application summary states, “Proposed renovations to include removal of structurally unsound elements, new floors, windows, doors, shutters. Interior bathroom, storage space, plumbing, electrical and mechanical services. New dedicated power supply line [BELCO]. Conversion of a ground floor toilet …

The Berkeley Institute has officially opened its new Library Commons, a modern facility featuring dedicated spaces for quiet study, collaboration, hands-on learning and instruction. A spokesperson said, “We have officially opened our new Library Commons, a modern facility intentionally designed to meet the diverse needs of our student body. “Moving away from the traditional library …

Bermuda Is Love will be hosting a Free Clothing Giveaway this Saturday, September 26, at Elliot Primary School from 10:00am to 2:00pm, offering free clothing for people of all ages, sizes, and genders. A spokesperson said, “The giveaway is part of Bermuda Is Love’s #NoNewClothes campaign, which encourages the community to rethink how we consume …

The Supreme Court has now issued a second written ruling in the “Hon. Curtis L. Dickinson et al v Simmons et al” matter, which is the legal case brought by PLP Leadership candidate Curtis Dickinson. The 19-page document has been made public on the government website and contains various allegations and parts of affidavits, with the …