Convicted sex offender due to be released today
The Ministry of Justice also confirmed that the victim was notified in advance
The Ministry of Justice confirmed this afternon that Kevin Leon Goater has
Camerin Pickering Sets National Record
Camerin Pickering set a new Bermuda national record at the Pan American Archery Championships in Tlaxcala, Mexico, yesterday [June 24]. Competing in the men’s recurve event, Pickering scored 653 out of a possible 720, surpassing the Olympic Minimum Qualification Score of 650. Bermuda’s four-man squad comprises Pickering, Jaydon Roberts, Bernard Wade and Robert O’Connor, with …
List of Planning Applications Advertised on June 25, 2026
The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal. or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm weekdays at the Department of Planning, Seven Arches Building, 3rd Floor, 44 Church Street West, City of Hamilton HM12.
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Beacon of hope comes to fruition with halfway house
A building in North Hamilton has opened its doors as temporary housing for men leaving prison or under community supervision.
Astor House at 38 Union Street, a Bermuda Industrial Union property, is to…
Astor House at 38 Union Street, a Bermuda Industrial Union property, is to…
Bermuda Enjoy Convincing Win Over Panama
Bermuda all but secured their place in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub-Regional Final with a commanding ten-wicket victory over Panama at the North Field, National Sports Centre, today [June 25]. Delray Rawlins smashed an unbeaten 52 as Bermuda chased down Panama’s total of 69 without losing a wicket. Spin pair Derrick Brangman …
Charity grateful for continuing Bermuda Pride support
Bermuda’s only LGBTQ+ charity is in an “incredible position” this summer after receiving continued support from four main sponsors.
OutBermuda welcomed the return of Bacardi, Carey Olsen, Fortitude Re…
OutBermuda welcomed the return of Bacardi, Carey Olsen, Fortitude Re…
Police renew appeal to find missing man
BPS says there are concerns for the safety and wellbeing of 45-year-old Eugene Gibbons, who was last seen in Hamilton on Tuesday
The Bermuda Police Servi
School community embraces free Google training
St David’s Primary parents and staff say the online courses are building confidence, careers and digital skills Residents are being urged to sign up for free online training after early access to the scheme helped a primary school community build practical digital skills and confidence. St David’s Primary School was given early access to Grow with Google as part […]
UK sets new June temperature record as Europe’s deadly heatwave maintains its grip
French and British authorities warned busy people to adapt their daily routines to avoid the risk of over-heating
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World court judges sue Trump administration over sanctions
A White House official said Trump lawfully exercised his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) in imposing the sanctions
Bermuda bids farewell to Sir John Swan
Islanders gathered to honour the National Hero and share memories of his lasting impact
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Medal rush for Harbour Swim Club in Florida Summer Classic
Bermuda’s Harbour Swim Club stars of the future delivered a stellar performance at the 2026 GCST Mark McCaw Summer Classic in Fort Myers, Florida.
An eight
Wealthy nations reap huge benefits from immigration, study finds
Political tensions over immigration have been on the rise in recent years as far-right, anti-immigrant parties have helped drive the issue to near the top of th
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Bermuda set for historic debut at Caribbean Junior Golf Championships
The Bermuda Golf Association is gearing up for a historic milestone as they prepare to make their debut as full members of the Caribbean Golf Association this w
Betscharts thrilled with chance to play Pinehurst
Darina Betschart is grateful to have had the privilege of showcasing her budding talent at the prestigious North & South Junior Amateur Championship at Pinehurst, North Carolina.
The promising gol…
The promising gol…
Premier Burt Pays Tribute To Sir John Swan
“Pursuant to the provisions of the National Heroes Act 2024, I will invite the Naming and Recognition Committee, established under that Act, to consider an appropriate token of recognition of Sir John’s service to Bermuda, in a lasting, public tribute to all that he accomplished in service to this Island,” Premier David Burt said. In …
Police repeat call for residents to help find missing man
A renewed appeal was made this morning for the public to help find a man who was last seen two days ago.
The Bermuda Police Service called on residents to provide information about Eugene Gibbons, a B…
The Bermuda Police Service called on residents to provide information about Eugene Gibbons, a B…
Riker earns top-tier finishes at International Optimist Regatta
Bermuda’s Aaron Riker produced a standout series of performances to secure top-tier finishes at the 33rd annual International Optimist Regatta in the U.S. Vir
Public notified of convicted sex offender’s release
The Ministry of Justice said they consulted with the Commissioner of Police and determined that the public should be notified of the release of the convicted se
Record-breaking Pickering shines but team agony for Bermuda
Camerin Pickering shattered the national record at the Pan American Archery Championships, though there was heartbreak for Bermuda in the team event.
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Harbour Club Swimmers Earn Medals In Florida
Eight swimmers, aged 10 to 13, from Bermuda’s Harbour Swim Club competed at the 2026 GCST Mark McCaw Summer Classic in Fort Myers, Florida, over the weekend, with the team making an excellent showing to win multiple medals. A spokesperson said, “Harbour’s swimmers delivered an impressive performance, recording numerous personal best times, achieving qualifying standards …
More Than 50 Boats Set For Seagull Race
More than 50 boats are registered for this year’s annual Round the Island Seagull Race, which is scheduled to take place this Saturday [June 27] after being rescheduled from June 20 due to weather conditions. The annual event, one of Bermuda’s most distinctive marine traditions, will see crews take to the water in small boats …
Live Updates: ICC T20 Americas Qualifier Matches
[Updating] Bermuda is hosting the ICC World Cup Qualifiers Sub Regional Americas Group A, with the prestigious international cricket event including 5 teams from across the Americas region — Bahamas, Brazil, Bermuda, Belize & Panama — in action. The tournament, being held at the National Sports Centre North Field, opened with a rain-affected start, forcing …
PwC To Host HeadStart Networking Event
PwC Bermuda will host its HeadStart networking event on July 15 from 5-7pm for students and graduates exploring careers in professional services. A spokesperson said, “PwC Bermuda will host its annual HeadStart summer networking event on 15 July from 5-7pm, bringing together students and recent graduates for an evening of career insights, professional connections, and …
Thousands feared dead after two major earthquakes strike Venezuela
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake hit about 160 km (100 miles) west of Caracas on Wednesday afternoon, followed less than a minute later by a magnitude 7.5 tremor, acc
UK moves to criminalise gender and sexuality conversion therapies
Government publishes draft Conversion Practices Bill for England and Wales, banning so-called ‘conversion therapies’
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Video: Armstrong Scores In FC Motown Victory
Andrew Armstrong scored for FC Motown II as the team defeated the Hudson Valley Hammers 3-1 in USL League Two action. The Morristown New Jersey based team took the lead in the 29th minute when Michael Ndiweni found the back of the net, giving them a 1-0 advantage at halftime. Armstrong doubled the lead in …
UK retail downturn deepened in June, CBI survey shows
The Confederation of British Industry said its monthly retail sales balance, a gauge of sales volumes over the past year, fell to -54 in June from -46 in May
Bermuda Sailors Continue In Morocco
Bermuda’s youth sailors continued competition at the 2026 IODA Optimist World Championship, completing another block of fleet racing in Morocco. Nearly 300 international competitors faced shifting Atlantic currents and a heavy swell in races hosted by the Royal Yacht Club de Tanger. Thomas McBain leads the Bermuda delegation on the North African coast. McBain is …
Oil touches pre-war levels on rising Middle East supply
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright told a forum that flows through the Strait of Hormuz were close to those before the start of the Iran war, with at least 20 m
Golfers To Compete In Caribbean Championship
Five junior golfers are set to represent the island at the Caribbean Junior Golf Championship in the Dominican Republic. A spokesperson said, “Five of Bermuda’s promising junior golfers will be departing on Sunday, June 28th to participate in the Caribbean Junior Golf Championship being held in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic from June 29th to July …
Mangrove Bay Post Office To Reopen On July 6
The Bermuda Post Office advised that the “reopening of the Mangrove Bay Post Office has been rescheduled to July 6, 2026, to allow final refurbishment works to be completed.” A Government spokesperson said, “As previously communicated, the project has involved extensive renovations to improve the safety, functionality, and overall environment of the facility for both …
Heatwave-hit London climate week spurs calls for faster action
London got a glimpse of the future normal during its eighth annual climate week after an event dedicated to discussing the impacts of extreme heat at the London
UK’s Reeves says Burnham would provide stability as prime minister
Reeves told the BBC she was backing Burnham to be prime minister after he emerged as the only declared candidate to replace Keir Starmer, who announced his resi
London stocks gain on financials, retail boost
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.3% by 0901 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 climbed 0.7%
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EU governments adopt legislation to fulfil EU side of US trade deal
The European Parliament last week approved the legislation by 440 votes in favour to 151 against, with 50 abstentions, almost 11 months after the framework agre
Farewell to Sir John: ‘He made each one of us feel special’
Sir John Swan was remembered as a man who overcame obstacles by building connections and speaking to the heart.
Hundreds of mourners including dignitaries, family and friends filled the Cathedral of t…
Hundreds of mourners including dignitaries, family and friends filled the Cathedral of t…
The People’s Premier: Sir John Swan hailed as ‘a true gentleman’
People from all walks of life came to Hamilton to honour the life of Sir John Swan on Wednesday afternoon.
A crowd gathered outside the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity in tribute to the country’s l…
A crowd gathered outside the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity in tribute to the country’s l…
Appeal launched over dismissal of case against bank
A family who allege that Butterfield Bank breached its financial duties in connection with a land grab have sought to bring their case to the Court of Appeal.
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Relatives of the late John Augustus Alexa…
Court of Appeal strikes out complaint against union
The Court of Appeal has upheld the decision to strike out allegations that the Bermuda Union of Teachers improperly suspended a member for speaking to The Royal Gazette.
The Reverend Leonard Santucci …
The Reverend Leonard Santucci …
Proposal submitted for new housing on Cochrane Road
Plans for new housing in Sandys have been put forward as the Government continues to push to address housing challenges on the island.
The planning application, submitted this month, proposes the crea…
The planning application, submitted this month, proposes the crea…
Vantara Relocation Launches In Bermuda
Vantara Relocation has launched in Bermuda, offering fixed-price relocation services and seven-day support for executives, professionals and international families moving to the island. A spokesperson said, “Vantara Relocation today announced its official debut as a bespoke relocation consultancy serving executives, professionals and international families moving to Bermuda. The firm will offer a fixed-price corporate model, which …
U23 Football: North Village Defeat Boulevard 2-1
In the latest round of under 23 football action, North Village Rams defeated Boulevard Blazers 2-1 after Z’dao Dill scored the winning goal in the 80th minute. North Village took the lead in the fifth minute when Jakeem Jennings scored to make it 1-0. Boulevard remained within a goal at halftime and equalized in the …
Betschart Siblings Complete Pinehurst Event
Bermudian siblings Oliver and Darina Betschart completed their campaigns at the North & South Junior Amateur Championship at Pinehurst in North Carolina. Oliver Betschart recorded an even-par 72 in the final round to move up the leaderboard. His round included three birdies, 12 pars and three bogeys, leaving him tied for 45th place at 11-over …
Bermuda Women’s Hockey Team CAC Schedule
Bermuda’s senior women’s national field hockey team schedule for the upcoming Central American and Caribbean [CAC] Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic has been listed on the event website. The team will compete in Pool B, opening against Barbados on July 26. Bermuda will then face Jamaica on July 28, before closing out the group …
Liam Evans Places 3rd At Apex Chicago Event
Liam Evans made an excellent showing to finish third in the men’s division at the Apex Chicago event, competing against a field of 72 international athletes. Apex Chicago is a multi-discipline athletic testing competition. Evans delivered strong performances across a range of disciplines, recording scores of 219 in Endurance, 198 in Speed, 182 in Power …
Football: Lady Zebras Defeat Dandy Stars 3-1
PHC Lady Zebras claimed a 3-1 win over Dandy Stars in the latest round of women’s football action. Akeyla Furbert gave PHC the lead in the seventh minute before Keunna Dill doubled the advantage in the 35th minute. Furbert added her second goal four minutes later to give the Lady Zebras a 3-0 lead at …
AM Best Assigns PCA To Fortium Insurance
AM Best has assigned a Preliminary Credit Assessment [PCA] to Fortium Insurance Company Ltd. [Fortium] [Bermuda] with a Financial Strength Assessment of A- pca [Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Assessment of “a-” pca [Excellent]. The outlook assigned to the PCA is stable. The ratings agency said, “The PCA reflects Fortium’s balance sheet strength, which …
Bacardi Takes Full Ownership Of Teeling
Bacardi Limited has completed a transaction to become the sole owner of the Teeling Whiskey Company and the Teeling Irish whiskey brand, with founders Jack and Stephen Teeling remaining involved as strategic advisors. A spokesperson said, “Bacardi Limited has announced the completion of a transaction that makes the family-owned company the sole owner of the …