Serious Round Traffic Collision in Devonshire
Police Statement at 12.34am:
There has been a serious road traffic collision in the area of Devonshire Bay and South Road, Devonshire.
The roadway is curr
Minister Lightbourne On Energy Market
“The Ministry of Home Affairs is closely monitoring the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on global oil markets and the potential consequences for Bermuda’s fuel and energy costs,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP, …
‘Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda’ Launches
A group of parents launched Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda, a movement encouraging families to pledge delaying smartphones until age 14 and social media until age 16. A spokesperson said, “What began as a small WhatsApp conversation among concerned parents has grown into a community-wide movement. Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda [SFC Bermuda] is encouraging families to …
Photos & Video: BELCO Long Service Awards
Bermuda Electric Light Company [BELCO] held its Long Service Awards today [March 10], celebrating employees for their years of dedicated service to the company. Related Stories Photos & Video: Tahjae Welch Wins FMI Award BELCO Earns Second EEI Response Award Photos: BELCO Welcomes New Apprentices Photos: BEDC Annual ‘Eat, Shop, Play’ Winners Photos: Annual Tech …
Government could cap fuel prices as war drives up price
The Government could consider capping fuel prices if the situation warranted it, the Home Affairs Minister said tonight.
Alexa Lightbourne, who is tasked with managing the cost of living said the Gov…
Alexa Lightbourne, who is tasked with managing the cost of living said the Gov…
Police conducted a series of
Police conducted a series of early morning raids today in connection with what is understood to be gang and firearm-related investigations.
Hayward: PLP colleagues are confident in leadership bid
October will see the de facto election of Bermuda’s next Premier. Only one contender… for now
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Allshores shares gain in BSX trading
The RG/BSX Index rose 39 points (0.01 per cent) to close at 3,173.04, with a turnover of $23,969.
Only Allshores saw activity on the Bermuda Stock Exchange with 1,110 shares trading to finish at $21.7…
Only Allshores saw activity on the Bermuda Stock Exchange with 1,110 shares trading to finish at $21.7…
Airlines raise fares as Middle East conflict lifts fuel costs, disrupts flights
Jet fuel prices, which were around $85 to $90 per barrel before U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, have soared to between $150 and $200
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Phased drug guidelines paused
The Bermuda Health Council has paused further guidance on the price of pharmaceuticals in the wake of “rapid changes” in the pharmaceutical market.
The BHC advised that the second phase of the Nation…
The BHC advised that the second phase of the Nation…
Europe stocks mark biggest daily jump in months on Gulf de-escalation hopes
The pan-European STOXX 600 index ended 1.9% higher, after closing on Monday at its lowest level in more than two months
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Polish president’s rival bill heats up spat over EU defence scheme
Poland was the biggest beneficiary of the EU’s 150-billion-euro Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative
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Nursing students urged to apply for dedicated scholarship
A healthcare scholarship has been aimed solely towards nurses this year.
The Dr Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship will accept submissions between now and the end of April.
The Government’s schola…
The Dr Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship will accept submissions between now and the end of April.
The Government’s schola…
Canada boosts security at US, Israeli diplomatic buildings after consulate shooting
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Chief Superintendent Chris Leather said the consulate shooting is being investigated as a “national security incident,” although i
Lane closure allows for wall construction
A section of road in Smith’s will be reduced to one lane of traffic for almost four months, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced.
A spokesman said the closure will be in effect along…
A spokesman said the closure will be in effect along…
Labour department has new home
The Departments of Labour and Workforce Development are now operating from the same new space on Church Street, the Government has advised.
A spokesman said the Department of Labour has permanently mo…
A spokesman said the Department of Labour has permanently mo…
Allshores commits $250,000 to support Home
Allshores has committed $250,000 over three years to support the work of charity Home, helping strengthen efforts to prevent and end homelessness in Bermuda.
The multiyear funding will support Home’s …
The multiyear funding will support Home’s …
Elite talent celebrated at Bermuda Triathlon Association Annual Awards
The Bermuda Triathlon Association gathered at the picturesque Cambridge Beaches to celebrate a year of remarkable athletic achievement at their 2025 Annual Awar
List of Planning Application Advertised on March 10, 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 West, Church Street, City of Hamilton HM12. Any person wishing to object must do so March 24, 2026 (within 14 days of the date advertised).
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Scholarship applications open to support future Bermudian nurses
Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship now accepting submissions until 30 April
The Ministry of Health advises that applications for the Dr. Barbara
13 trainee Customs officers join frontline service
Minister Weeks attends training completion ceremony as recruits prepare to help protect Bermuda’s borders
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Bermuda names nineteen-strong squad for CARIFTA swimming challenge in Martinique
The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association (BASA) has officially named a talented nineteen-strong squad to represent the island at the 2026 CARIFTA Swimming Champ
British warship HMS Dragon departs for Eastern Mediterranean
Britain’s government has been criticised for not being able to send a warship to the region sooner, with military vessels from allies Greece and France arriving
Sony fighting $2.7 billion UK lawsuit over PlayStation Store prices
The Japanese conglomerate is accused of abusing its dominant position by requiring digital games and add-ons for its console to be bought and sold only via its
South Korea fines Mercedes $7.6 million over misleading EV battery information
The Korea Fair Trade Commission said Mercedes-Benz promoted its EQE and EQS models as using premium cells from CATL while concealing that some vehicles instead
UK inflation could end 2026 at around 3% if energy prices hold, OBR’s Miles says
If prices fell in the next four or five weeks to levels before the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, the effect on consumer price inflation would be very limited a
Kempe and Penruddocke find late form in challenging Vilamoura Regatta
Bermuda’s premier sailors faced a stern test of patience and skill at the 8th Portugal Grand Prix Round 2 in Vilamoura, where Olympian Adriana Penruddocke and
Hospitality stakeholders to host careers fair
The opportunity comes as as employers seek to fill key positions ahead of the approaching tourism season
The Bermuda Hotel Association, in c
Bermuda set to host decisive qualifier as Concacaf W Championship hunt intensifies
Concacaf has confirmed the venues and kickoff times for the highly anticipated Concacaf W Qualifiers matches in April. These decisive fixtures represent the thi
Emotions high as under-17 team leave island to take on USA
Excitement filled LF Wade International Airport on Tuesday morning as the Bermuda under-17 women’s team departed for the final round of World Cup qualifiers in Costa Rica.
Sixteen of the 21-member sq…
Sixteen of the 21-member sq…
Careers fair to showcase opportunities in hospitality
Bermudians looking to find a place in the hospitality sector have been invited to a careers fair set for next week.
The Hospitality Industry Careers Fair, organised by the Bermuda Hotel Association in…
The Hospitality Industry Careers Fair, organised by the Bermuda Hotel Association in…
Speeding and impaired driving fuel rise in collisions
Roads Policing chief warns serious crashes are happening every three days on average
Viewers will have noticed in recent weeks a spate of separate incide
Seven acres of arable land go from fallow to farm
Seven acres of government-owned arable land in the East End have been divided between ten Bermudian farmers to put to use.
The multiyear leases, all of which are set in St George’s, will include 4.03 …
The multiyear leases, all of which are set in St George’s, will include 4.03 …
Hospitality Industry Careers Fair On March 18
The Bermuda Hotel Association and partners will be hosting a Hospitality Industry Careers Fair on Wednesday, March 18, from 10.00am to 2.00pm at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Hotel Association, in collaboration with the Department of Workforce Development, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce Tourism & Restaurant Divisions, and Bermuda …
Gov’t calls for national conversation on CARICOM membership
Minister Alexa Lightbourne tables green paper, urging Bermudians to move beyond “fearmongering” and weigh potential benefits and protections
The gove
Thirteen New Customs Officers Complete Training
A ceremony was recently held to celebrate the basic training completion ceremony for 13 Trainee Customs Officers: Sole Tucker, Jordan Trott, Teji Simons, Kendrick Richardson, Antonia Raynor-Bailey, Sade Adams, Allan Martin, David Little, Collise Allen, Wanay Bartley, Seth Hayward, Zorie Eve, and Dendrick Durrant. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael …
Column: Fahy On Housing, Budget & More
[Column written by Michael Fahy] As the public is aware, the budget statement was presented on 20th February 2026, with the Opposition giving its reply on 27th February 2026. During the economic debate, I tackled issues ranging from education to the state of our roads, but given my shadow portfolio of Housing, Municipalities and Home Affairs, …
Ball Hockey: Spine & Sport & BDA Spirits Win
Bermuda Ball Hockey double-header action took place at the PCC Hockey Rink. Spine & Sport defeated Hamilton Princess 4-3. Curran Trenouth and Mathieu Desjardins each scored twice for Spine & Sport. Thomas Miller scored three goals for Hamilton Princess. BDA Spirits defeated Positive Image Dental 5-4. Jeff Loper scored two goals for BDA Spirits, with …
Port Royal membership urges transparency over fee changes
Members of Port Royal Golf Course will meet tonight to discuss changes to the fee structure.
After the meeting, counter proposals are expected to be submitted to the Board of Trustees of the Golf Cour…
After the meeting, counter proposals are expected to be submitted to the Board of Trustees of the Golf Cour…
Allshores To Donate $250,000 To Home Charity
Allshores Limited announced a $250,000 commitment over three years to support the work of HOME, helping strengthen efforts to prevent and end homelessness in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The multi-year funding will support HOME’s outreach, advocacy, and coordination efforts, connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with shelter, health care, and social services while building long-term resilience against …
Bermuda Police Advisory On Counterfeit $100 Bills
The Bermuda Police Service is warning businesses and residents to remain vigilant after multiple reports of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills being used locally, with one suspect already arrested. A police spokesperson said, “Since the end of February 2026, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has received multiple reports regarding the use of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills …
BOARD FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
Boards and Committees 2026 Board: FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCYRegulation Act: Financial Intelligence Agency Act 2007 The Minister of Justice is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2026, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated. Members being appointed
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Melissa retired as hurricane name after deadly impact
An international body has retired the name “Melissa” from the list of hurricane names in the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact last year.
The World Meteorological Organisation’s Hurricane…
The World Meteorological Organisation’s Hurricane…
Budgetary preparations for 2016 census themed ‘fill the gap’
Budgeting for the Department of Statistics budget has ramped up almost 40 per cent from the previous fiscal year, the Minister of Economy and Labour revealed yesterday.
Jason Hayward told the House of…
Jason Hayward told the House of…
Book Explores Life Of Boxer Clarence Hill
A new book chronicling the life and legacy of Bermudian boxer Clarence Hill, the island’s first Olympic medal-winner, is available on Amazon. My Father Bermuda’s First Olympic Medalist: The Biography Of Clarence Eugene Hill, written by Bermudian author Jamaka Kamal, explores the story behind Hill’s historic bronze medal in heavyweight boxing at the 1976 Olympic …
Rights for adoptive parents get green light in House
Legislators have approved giving parental leave to adoptive parents and legal guardians of children below age 2.
The Employment Amendment Act 2026 got near-unanimous agreement in the House of Assembly…
The Employment Amendment Act 2026 got near-unanimous agreement in the House of Assembly…
Bermuda Women Set For Grenada Test
The Bermuda women’s national football team will face Grenada at the Flora Duffy Stadium in their final Concacaf W Qualifier next month. Coach Naquita Robinson’s side meet Grenada at 7pm on Saturday, April 18 in the third and final Fifa Women’s International Match Window. Guatemala lead group C with nine points, followed by Costa Rica …
Bermuda Triathlon Association Presents Awards
The Bermuda Triathlon Association held its Annual Awards presentation at Cambridge Beaches. Naomi MacGuinness was named Best Female Junior Triathlete. Her results included two gold medals at the Carifta Games in Tobago, a 13th-place finish in Clermont, Florida, and a win in the Clarien Ironkids 11-15 category. Rory Shepherd was named Best Male Junior Triathlete. …
Penruddocke & Kempe Race In Vilamoura
Bermudian sailors Adriana Penruddocke and Sebastian Kempe competed in the 8th Portugal Grand Prix Round 2 in Vilamoura. Competing in the ILCA 7 fleet, Kempe finished 29th overall with 84 net points after six races. His highest finish was 9th in the final race. Competing in the ILCA 6 fleet, Penruddocke finished 43rd overall after …
Bowling League Week 26 Standings Update
The Continental Bowling League continued with Week 26 action. The Nifty Rollers [1st] defeated the Astronauts [4th] 24-3, the Under Dawgs [2nd] defeated Spicenix [6th] 24.5-2.5, the Odd Balls [3rd] defeated Sunset [9th] 23-4, the Cubs [5th] defeated The Invaders [7th] 25-2 and New Hope had a bye. igh Scratch Games Women Raquel Gonzalez 216, Patrice …