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Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 8h

AG: 'Our relationship with the UK remains positive and constructive, and we enjoy excellent cooperation with the resident Governor, who represents the Crown. Yet, even as these bonds remain strong, Bermuda recognises that the journey toward self-determination is an essential and unfinished one'

Attorney General Speaks At United Nations - Bernews

Attorney General Kim Wilkerson recently addressed the United Nations Special Political and Decolonisation Committee where she “emphasised Bermuda’s positive and constructive relationship with the United Kingdom, while acknowledging that the island’s

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 21h

Bermuda’s cyclists delivered outstanding performances at today’s Caribbean Elite Time Trial Championships in Belize, with Nicholas Narraway, Conor White & Gabriella Arnold all winning medals | Read more: Bernews.com/rzt1

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 1d

The Youth Advisory Board, formed under Bermuda’s Youth Mental Health Plan, has officially launched with 23 students from nine schools to lead youth-driven mental health advocacy across the island.

Students Lead Youth Mental Health Movement - Bernews

The Youth Advisory Board, formed under Bermuda’s Youth Mental Health Plan, has officially launched with 23 students from nine schools to lead youth-driven mental health advocacy across the island. A spokesperson said, “The Youth Advisory Board [YAB],

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 2d

Premier David Burt and Cabinet Ministers held their weekly meeting at the Fairmont Southampton before touring the property to view the ongoing hotel renovations.

Premier & Ministers Visit Fairmont Renovations - Bernews

Premier David Burt and Cabinet Ministers held their weekly meeting at the Fairmont Southampton before touring the property to view the ongoing hotel renovations. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier this week, the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 2d

Residents are invited to attend a ceremony as the Royal Bermuda Regiment receives new Colours from the Duchess of Gloucester.

Duchess To Present New Regiment Colours - Bernews

Residents are invited to attend a ceremony as the Royal Bermuda Regiment receives new Colours from the Duchess of Gloucester. A spokesperson said, “Residents of all ages are encouraged to turn out for a spectacular once-in-a-generation parade when th

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 3d

Solstice has announced the recipients of its 2025 Solstice Scholarships and Awards, including Maleeka Robinson, recipient of the inaugural Dr. Gemma Harris Professional Development Award, and scholarship honourees Danté Sousa, Keren Smith, and Jordan Loving | Read more: Bernews.com/bx4i

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 4d

The police issued another appeal for the community to help locate 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson, noting that it has "now been three weeks since Ja’Dore was reportedly last seen."

Help Locate 15-Year-Old Ja'Dore Wilson - Bernews

The police have issued another appeal for the community to help locate 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson, noting that it has “now been three weeks since Ja’Dore was reportedly last seen.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] commend

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 4d

Bermuda College has recorded an increase in students, with the Fall 2025 enrolment reaching 592 students — a 5% rise over the previous year and the highest since the start of the pandemic.

College Enrolment Highest Since Pandemic - Bernews

Bermuda College has recorded an increase in students, with the Fall 2025 enrolment reaching 592 students — a five per cent rise over the previous year and the highest since the start of the pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College has seen a s

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 4d

The Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has announced its Board leadership for the 2025–2027 term | Read more: Bernews.com/n7ry

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 4d

Police: 'The BPS can now confirm the identity of the male whose body was recovered from the water just off of Ducking Stool Park, Devonshire, as 62-year-old Carlos Tavares'

Police Confirm Death Of Carlos Tavares - Bernews

The Bermuda Police Service has confirmed the death of 62-year-old Carlos Tavares. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the identity of the male whose body was recovered from the water just off of Ducking Stool Park,

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 5d

Arches Podiatry has welcomed Bermudian podiatrist Shaleeah Simmons to their team

Shaleeah Simmons Joins Arches Podiatry - Bernews

Arches Podiatry has welcomed Bermudian podiatrist Shaleeah Simmons to their team. A spokesperson said, “Arches Podiatry is pleased to announce the addition of Shaleeah Simmons, BSc [Hons], HCPC Registered Podiatrist, to their growing team of foot and

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 5d

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda launched an “open call for developers to explore floating solar technology, an innovation that could see solar panels installed on water, delivering clean power without taking up valuable land”

RA: Exploring Floating Solar Initiative - Bernews

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] has launched an “open call for developers to explore floating solar technology, an innovation that could see solar panels installed on water, delivering clean power without taking up valuable land.” A spokespe

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 6d

Four new Shadow Ministry appointments have been announced by the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA], with Jarion Richardson, Craig Cannonier, Linda Smith, Robin Tucker taking on new roles.

OBA Makes Changes To Shadow Ministries - Bernews

Four new Shadow Ministry appointments have been announced by the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA], with Jarion Richardson, Craig Cannonier, Linda Smith, Robin Tucker taking on new roles. Mr. Richardson, the former Opposition Leader, is now the Shadow Minis

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 6d

Four Bermuda College students – Chris Pitcher, I’Aura Golding, Ny’Kie Da Costa-Zuill, and Sarah Marshall – have been awarded full scholarships from Athene.

Athene Awards Scholarships To Four Students - Bernews

Four Bermuda College students – Chris Pitcher, I’Aura Golding, Ny’Kie Da Costa-Zuill, and Sarah Marshall – have been awarded full scholarships from Athene. A spokesperson said, “Four Bermuda College students have been awarded full scholarships from A

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 6d

A Sentencing Guidelines Committee has been established, and the first phase will be to work on sentencing guidelines for offences such as drugs, causing death by driving, bladed articles & assaults and the Committee will include public consultation

Sentencing Guidelines Committee Formed - Bernews

A Sentencing Guidelines Committee has been established, and the first phase will be to work on sentencing guidelines for offences such as drug offences, causing death by driving offences, bladed articles and assaults and the Committee will include pu

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 7d

The PLP Women’s Caucus hosted a Cancer Awareness Breakfast | View photos & video here: Bernews.com/f1q7

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 7d

The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Philando Hill

Police Appeal: Locate 13-Year-Old Philando Hill - Bernews

The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Philando Hill. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Bermudian National Philando Hill the 3rd. “He was

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 8d

“This moment is not just a personal milestone for me, but a tribute to the support, sacrifice, and belief of those who walked beside me,” Akira McDonald said as she was called to the Bermuda Bar.

Akira McDonald Called To Bermuda Bar - Bernews

“This moment is not just a personal milestone for me, but a tribute to the support, sacrifice, and belief of those who walked beside me,” Akira McDonald said as she was called to the Bermuda Bar. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is pleased to announce A

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 8d

BELCO: "Since the storm peaked with approximately 18,000 customer outages, crews have successfully restored power to more than 17,000 customers in a 24 hour period. As of this afternoon, approximately 600 customers remain without service"

BELCO Restore Power To 17,000 Customers - Bernews

BELCO has restored power to more than 17,000 customers since Hurricane Imelda, with approximately 600 customers remaining without power as of this afternoon, A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] crews continue restorat

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 9d

Police: "Seven people were recently arrested in connection with suspected fraud from local banks involving automated teller machines"

Seven Arrested In Connection With ATM Fraud - Bernews

Seven people have been arrested “in connection with suspected fraud from local banks involving automated teller machines [ATMs].” A police spokesperson said, “Seven people were recently arrested in connection with suspected fraud from local banks inv

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 9d

Crime Stoppers Bermuda said they are "offering a reward of up to $3,000 for information regarding the whereabouts of missing juvenile Ja’Dore Wilson"

Reward Offered For Info On Ja'Dore Wilson - Bernews

Crime Stoppers Bermuda is offering a reward of up to $3,000 for information regarding the whereabouts of missing 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson. A spokesperson said, “Crime Stoppers Bermuda is offering a reward of up to $3,000 for information regarding t

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 9d

8pm Update: Causeway & Airport both re-opened | Bus service resumed | College to open on Friday | Public schools closed on Friday | Govt offices open on Friday | More info on link

Live Updates: Hurricane News, Closures & More - Bernews

[Updating] Hurricane Imelda is moving away from Bermuda having caused widespread power outages, and the airport and Causeway re-opened earlier today [Oct 2] while public schools are set to reopen on Monday, October 6th. We are providing live updates

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 9d

Hurricane Babies! Bermuda welcomed two babies during Hurricane Imelda | Read more: Bernews.com/6lrf

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 10d

Good Morning! BWS: "The Hurricane Warning is now being downgraded to a Tropical Storm Warning as Hurricane Imelda races away northeast" and BELCO as of 6am: "We have a total of 16,167 customers experiencing an outage"

Bernews @bernews.bsky.social · 11d

The police are seeking the public’s assistance to locate 14-year-old Koral McCann

Appeal: Help Locate 14-Year-Old Koral McCann - Bernews

The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Koral McCann. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Canadian National, Koral McCann. “She is described