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Bermuda weather: Today: Clouds build by midday with increasing chance of showers... Tonight: Partly cloudy with a few showers around...The One Bermuda Alliance says Bermuda’s critical infrastructure is deteriorating and the Government is failing to address the problem with enough urgency and coordination. Shadow Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Vance Campbell said residents continue to endure unsafe and uneven conditions across the island.Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt tabled the Bermuda Monetary Authority's 2025 annual report in the House of Assembly on Friday, June 26. The tabling was done under section 28 of the Bermuda Monetary Authority Act 1969.Jason Hayward will hold an event at Ocean View Golf Club on Sunday, June 28, to present highlights of his 22 years of public service. He will also speak about his vision for continuing to build a stronger Bermuda together.Graduates of The Berkeley Institute were urged to dream boldly as they prepare for future career paths. Former finance minister Curtis Dickinson, a government MP and alumnus, addressed the Class of 2026.The Ministry of Public Works and Environment says Church Road in Southampton will be closed to vehicular traffic from Monday, June 29, through Thursday, July 2. The closure will run daily from 8:30 a.m.Butterfield Bank's US-listed shares closed above $60 for the first time. The stock gained 80 cents, or 1.34 per cent, on Friday to finish the week at $60.34.Bermuda weather: Today: Plenty of sunshine... Tonight: Partly cloudy...Okera Bascome helped Coventry & North Warwickshire CC to a five-wicket win over Walmley CC in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Premier Division. Bascome took three catches behind the stumps as Walmley were bowled out for 175 after T Toor returned 4 for 31 from 10.1 overs.BREAKING: The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is investigating a credible rattlesnake sighting near Gibbs Hill Road in Southampton on June 26, 2026.The Bermuda Stock Exchange Index closed lower on Jun 26, falling 19.60 points to 3,681.41. The index is down 9.10 points for the week.The Archives Section at the Government Administration Building is temporarily closed because of water leaks in the facility. The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation said the closure is needed so repairs can be carried out safely.The e-bike market is growing in Bermuda, even as police step up enforcement against riders using electric bikes in breach of the traffic code.The Ministry said four bus runs were cancelled so far on Friday morning, May 26. The update was released in the morning and reflects the latest bus service disruptions listed by the Ministry.Bermuda weather: Today: Sunshine interrupted by cloudy spells & a few showers... Tonight: Partly cloudy with chance of one or two showers...Astor House officially opened on Union Street today as a transitional housing facility for men leaving the Department of Corrections.Bermudian youth footballer Isai Gibbons has signed with the Saint Mary’s University Huskies. The Saltus Grammar School graduate is a 5-foot-9 winger and full back who also plays for St.The Bermuda Stock Exchange Index closed lower on Jun 25, falling 4.39 points to 3,701.01.The Premier paid tribute to Sir John Swan at his funeral, calling attention to the former premier’s 13 years in office and his lasting place in Bermuda’s history. The remarks said Swan rose from humble beginnings in Friswell’s Hill to become premier and meet queens and presidents during a long public life.Critter won Race Day 11 of the Wednesday Night Sailing Series after the handicap system turned the result against Crossfire.Bermuda weather: Today: Variable cloud cover with 1 or 2 showers, mainly offshore... Tonight: Partly to mostly cloudy with a few showers around...The Bermuda Police Service is warning e-bike and electric-assisted pedal bike riders after receiving more reports of excessive speeds and dangerous riding on local roads.Bermudian siblings Oliver and Darina Betschart completed their campaigns at the North & South Junior Amateur Championship on the historic Pinehurst course in North Carolina. Oliver closed with an even-par 72 to finish tied for 45th at 11-over par overall.BREAKING: Police urged motorists to avoid the area of Cobbs Hill Road and Middle Road in Warwick after a serious road traffic crash.