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Photos & Video: BAMZ Community Open House

June 20, 2026

The Bermuda Zoological Society and Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo held an Open House today [June 20], celebrating BAMZ’s 100th anniversary and the BZS’s 50 years of supporting the institution. A spokesperson previously said, “The Open House is part of the broader Aquarium 100 Campaign, a public-private initiative to build on the legacy of BAMZ …

Bernews / Sport

Bahamas Replace Brazil In Bermuda Opener

June 20, 2026

The Bermuda national cricket team will open their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Americas Qualifier campaign against the Bahamas after a late change to the tournament schedule. Coach Cal Waldron’s side had been due to face Brazil in their Group A opener at the National Sports Centre, North Field, tomorrow [June 21], but the …

Bernews / Sport

Alan & Sarah Frith Declared Comet Winners

June 20, 2026

Alan and Sarah Frith have been declared the winners of the 2026 Edward Cross Long Distance Race following the disqualification of other competitors. The annual Comet fleet race, held on the National Heroes Day holiday, saw sailors race from St. George’s to the West End. Following the conclusion of the race, a formal protest was …

Bernews / Sport

Volleyball Teams Start Competing In Juan Dolio

June 20, 2026

Bermuda’s beach volleyball teams opened pool play at the sixth stop of the 2026 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in Juan Dolio, Dominican Republic, with four matches on the opening day. In the Men’s Division, Kyle Hamilton and Sean Tucker were involved in two three-set matches in Pool B. The Bermudian pair opened against Irving Reyes …

News / Royal Gazette

Man injured in collision

June 20, 2026

A motorcycle rider was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital after a collision yesterday in Southampton.
A police spokesman said officers attended the scene of the incident, involving a motorcycl…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Opinion: Housing must fit the broader vision for our community

June 20, 2026

By Maurice Foley, Deputy Co-Chair of the One Bermuda Alliance:

I appreciate Minister DeSilva’s response to my recent opinion piece and welcome his acknowledg

News / TNN

Alan Frith was handed a

June 20, 2026

Alan Frith was handed a belated victory in the Edward Cross Long Distance Comet Race after Friday’s protest hearing disqualified rival skippers Benn Smith and Maxwell Curtis.

News / TNN

Questions are being raised about

June 20, 2026

Questions are being raised about the decision to pave certain roads, including St. Ann’s Road, while several major stretches of roadway that have long been identified as hazardous remain in urgent need of repair.

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

The King of Soca: Full, extended interview with Machel Montano

June 20, 2026

Machel Montana – known as the King of Soca – delighted crowds during Carnival in Bermuda.

When he sat down with our Kendal Trott, he talked about his journ

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Who killed Fiqre Crockwell?

June 20, 2026

Ten years on, murder of national team cricketer remains unsolved

Fiqre Crockwell. Photo supplied by Bermuda Police Service

The Bermuda Police Service (BP

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Schools will close early on Wednesday

June 20, 2026

Government offices, including Bermuda public schools, will close at noon on the day of Sir John Swan’s funeral, Wednesday, June 24

Government of Bermud

News / Royal Gazette

Police appeal for information on 10th anniversary of unsolved murder

June 20, 2026

A day after the tenth anniversary of the fatal shooting of a Cup Match cricketer, police are appealing for anyone with new information to come forward.
The Bermuda Police Service said the investigati…

Bernews / Sport

Boccia Team Win Twice At World Challenger

June 20, 2026

Bermuda’s boccia team recorded two wins and a personal milestone during individual pool play at the Birmingham 2026 World Boccia Challenger in Alabama, with Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward both winning their matches and Zeik Blakeney scoring his first international points. In the BC1 Female division, Yushae DeSilva-Andrade earned Bermuda’s first win of the competition, …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Outdoor movie night cancelled due to weather forecast

June 20, 2026

City of Hamilton press release:

The City of Hamilton regrets to advise that Fresh Air Films: Sunset Cinema, scheduled for this Saturday, has been postponed d

Bernews / Sport

Trinidad Defeat Tennis Team At Billie Jean Cup

June 20, 2026

Bermuda’s national tennis team suffered a 3-0 defeat against Trinidad & Tobago in the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group III tournament. The loss came across two singles matches and one doubles match on the clay surface. In the opening singles rubber, Trinidad & Tobago’s Solange Skeene defeated Bermuda player-captain Shelby Madeiros 2-6, 6-2, 6-2. …

Bernews / Sport

Bermuda Sailors Finish 7th & 8th At IOD Worlds

June 20, 2026

Bermudian sailors Kelsey Durham and Peter Bromby finished seventh and eighth overall, respectively, at the International One Design [IOD] World Championship. Durham made an excellent showing to claim a second-place finish in the final race of the regatta, the result gave Durham and his crew a total of 53 net points, placing them seventh in …

Bernews / Sport

Video: Relay Team Wins At Eastern Invitational

June 20, 2026

Bermuda’s swimmers delivered an impressive start to the 70th Annual Eastern Invitational, earning first and third-place finishes during the 200m relay at the opening night of competition in North Carolina. A 12-member squad representing the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association [BASA] is competing in the long-course meet. In the 13 & Over Mixed 200m Freestyle Relay, …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Road closure in Warwick starts Monday

June 20, 2026

A road closure on Middle Road in Warwick, near St Anthony’s Church, is effective Monday, 22 June 2026, during weekday working hours

Government of Berm

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New online hub for care services

June 20, 2026

HelpingHub.bm is a new online platform designed to make it easier for residents to find health and social care services across Bermuda

Bermuda Health Co

Bernews / News

BHB Appoints Craig Bridgewater As Interim CFO

June 20, 2026

Bermuda Hospitals Board announced the appointment of Craig Bridgewater as the organisation’s interim chief financial officer, saying that he ”will oversee all fiscal responsibilities of BHB and support the continued stability of the organisation’s financial operations.” Acting CEO Judy Richardson said, “We are pleased to welcome Craig to the Executive Team and appreciate his willingness to step …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Motorcyclist injured in Smith’s crash

June 20, 2026

Around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, police were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision in Smith’s

Photo courtesy of Bermuda Police Service

Berm

News / Royal Gazette

Bridgewater takes on BHB finances in interim role

June 20, 2026

Craig Bridgewater, a chartered professional accountant with more than 30 years’ experience in investment management, insurance and banking, has been announced as the interim chief financial officer at…

Bernews / Sport

Athletes Honoured At Denton Hurdle Awards

June 20, 2026

Fifty-one student-athletes were honoured at the 40th annual Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards, which celebrate Bermuda’s top graduating student-athletes for excellence in sports, academics, leadership, and character. A spokesperson said, “Fifty-one student-athletes were honored last night at the 40th annual Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards, held at the Phoebe Purvis Memorial Hall at Warwick Academy. These awards, …

Bernews / Sport

Photos: 2026 Move More Bermuda Games

June 20, 2026

The Move More Bermuda Games 2026 were held at the Flora Duffy Stadium last night, bringing together participants aged 50 and over for a fun evening of track and field events, friendly competition and community activities. A Government spokesperson previously said, “Participants can compete in a range of track and field events, including the 50m …

Bernews / News

Best, Smith & Jones Attend Screening In Boston

June 20, 2026

Bermudian excellence was on full display at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, where Khano Smith, Clyde Best and Glenn Jones attended a special screening of The Clyde Best Story, a film celebrating Mr Best’s barrier breaking career. And a post on his Instagram account, Mr Smith said, “I had the honor & the privilege to …

News / Royal Gazette

Bermuda weighs in on UK’s social media ban for under-16s

June 20, 2026

Youth representatives shared a range of views on the UK’s plan to ban social media for under-16s in a move designed to “give kids their childhood back”.
Britain plans to follow Australia in prohibiti…

News / Royal Gazette

Threats faced ‘every day’ by public officers

June 20, 2026

Public officers in Bermuda’s courts face threats every day, the senior magistrate warned.
Maxanne Anderson spoke during a panel discussion on the island’s judicial system at the Bermuda Bar Associatio…

News / Royal Gazette

Lightbourne: legislation corrects ‘imbalance’ in energy sector

June 20, 2026

Legislation granting ministerial powers over the Integrated Resource Plan was crafted to correct an “imbalance” within the island’s energy sector, the Minister of Home Affairs said.
Alexa Lightbourne …

News / Royal Gazette

‘Renaissance’ doctor celebrates 100th birthday

June 20, 2026

A doctor who served as a hospital official, Bermuda Regiment officer and church orator with a speaking style that earned him the nickname “the Voice of God” is celebrating turning 100.
George Bertram …

Bernews / Business

Allshores Launches Tender Offer Plan

June 20, 2026

Allshores announced today that “the Board has determined to return up to BMD$20.0 million to eligible Shareholders by way of a Tender Offer.” In a filing with the BSX, the company said, “Allshores Limited [the “Company”] announces today that the Board has determined to return up to BMD$20.0 million to eligible Shareholders by way of …

Bernews / Business

Shipping Schedule: Week Starting June 20

June 20, 2026

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, June 20th. On Saturday the Independence of the Seas and the Norwegian Jewel cruise ships, the SSV Tabor Boy ship and the Grendi Futura bunkers ship are expected, on Sunday the Jasper Arrow auto carrier and …

Bernews / Sport

2026 Newport Bermuda Race Fleet Sets Sail

June 20, 2026

The 2026 Newport Bermuda Race got underway in Newport with nearly 150 boats setting sail for Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The 2026 Newport Bermuda Race is officially underway! A beautiful and somewhat blustery day in Newport set the scene for the beginning of the 54th Thrash To The Onion Patch. “The fleet left Narragansett Bay …

Bernews / Sport

Football: Burch, Dill & Weller Earn BFA Awards

June 20, 2026

Xonti Burch, Priya Dill, and Amir Weller were recognised for their commitment, growth, and potential as the Bermuda Football Association presented its Training Experience Awards at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence. A spokesperson said, “At the Clyde Best Center of Excellence, the Bermuda Football Association celebrated excellence, dedication, and the bright future of Bermudian …

Business / Royal Gazette

Knowing where your dollars go

June 20, 2026

Over the past long weekend, one of the chores on my list was to look at our family budget. It has not been revised in a while, and unfortunately, some of the numbers are no longer realistic due to in…

Business / Royal Gazette

Don’t sell your home to pursue your dream

June 20, 2026

Dear Dave,
My husband and I are debt-free, including our home. My husband is a great guy, and a talented man, but he’s also a bit of a dreamer sometimes.
He has written three or four novels that have…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Young players ready to step up for Bermuda

June 20, 2026

Three excited young cricketers are hoping to make the Bermuda starting XI when the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier starts on island tomorrow.
Isaiah O’Brien and Luke Horan are …

Royal Gazette / Sport

Long Distance Race winner Benn Smith disqualified

June 20, 2026

Benn Smith’s hopes of a third straight Edward Cross Long Distance Race victory and fourth overall were dashed after being disqualified during a protest hearing at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club today.
T…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Terryn Fray and Cal Waldron promise exciting cricket in ICC qualifier

June 20, 2026

Bermuda captain Terryn Fray and coach Cal Waldron have pledged an exciting brand of cricket when the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub-regional Qualifier starts on island on Sunday.
“You’re going t…

Bernews / Business

Arch Capital Announces Executive Promotions

June 20, 2026

Arch Capital Group announced the promotions of Jerome Halgan to CEO of Arch Global Reinsurance Group and Michael Schmeiser to CEO of Arch Global Mortgage Group. Both will continue to report to Arch President Maamoun Rajeh. A spokesperson said, “Jerome and Michael are experienced leaders who are deeply grounded in Arch’s underwriting culture and corporate …

Bernews / Business

AM Best Affirms PT Asuransi Astra Ratings

June 20, 2026

AM Best affirmed the ratings of PT Asuransi Astra Buana, saying “the ratings also factor in a neutral impact from Asuransi Astra’s ultimate parent, Jardine Matheson Holdings Limited [Bermuda].” The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A- [Excellent], the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] and the …

Bernews / Sport

Volleyballers Competing In Dominican Republic

June 20, 2026

Volleyball players Natalie Gazzard, Megan Hands, Kyle Hamilton and Sean Tucker are representing Bermuda at the NORCECA Beach Tour in the Dominican Republic this weekend. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent Bermuda at the upcoming NORCECA Beach Tour event in the Dominican Republic, taking place June 19–21, …

Bernews / Business

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 19 2026

June 20, 2026

June 19 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,690.51, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock …

News / Royal Gazette

Man injured in Smith’s crash

June 19, 2026

A man sustained serious injuries in a Smith’s crash tonight.
Police officers and emergency responders were dispatched to the motorcycle crash along Harrington Sound Road, east of Harrington Hundreds …

News / Royal Gazette

Motorist injured in Hamilton Parish collision

June 19, 2026

A motorcyclist has been taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital after a collision tonight in Hamilton Parish.
A police spokesman said officers and emergency services were dispatched to the incident…

News / TNN

Shortly after 9:30pm on Friday,

June 19, 2026

Shortly after 9:30pm on Friday, June 19, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported road traffic collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish, near the junction with Coney Island Road.

News / Royal Gazette

Police seek missing 13-year-old girl

June 19, 2026

A 13-year-old Bermudian, Armani Simmons, is being sought by police, who have appealed for the public’s assistance.
She is described as 5ft 5in tall, light complexioned, solid built and having brown ha…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Edward Cross Long Distance Race winner Benn Smith disqualified

June 19, 2026

Benn Smith’s hopes of a third straight Edward Cross Long Distance Race title and fourth overall were dashed after being disqualified during a protest hearing at Royal Bermuda Yacht Club this evening.
…

News / Royal Gazette

Move More Bermuda Games 2026

June 19, 2026

Move More Bermuda Games 2026 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

Bernews / News

BPS Appeal: Locate 13-Year-Old Armani Simmons

June 19, 2026

The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Armani Simmons. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Bermuda national Armani Simmons. “Ms. Simmons is described as being 5’ 5” in height, light complexioned, solid built and having brown hair with gold coloured highlights. …

News / Royal Gazette

BermudAir flight makes ‘precautionary’ rapid descent

June 19, 2026

Passengers got an unwelcome jolt during a BermudAir flight this week to White Plains, New York as the aircraft abruptly dropped in altitude.
However, the carrier said the incident on flight 223 on We…