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Last update: 8 hours agoCaricom Membership Debate: About 60 people packed a West End town hall to question Bermuda’s push for full Caricom membership, with critics pointing to the extra $2 million price tag and asking what tangible benefits Bermudians would actually see—while Home Affairs Minister Alexa Lightbourne argued the island can “leverage” others’ successes to tackle local challenges. LGBTQ+ Safety Push: A new OutBermuda survey says two thirds of LGBTQ+ people don’t feel safe to be open, prompting a community event at City Hall today with remarks from the Attorney-General and others. Mental Health in Schools: As Mental Health Month continues, coverage highlights how daily school stress can hit hardest for students with learning differences—turning “misread” effort into lasting anxiety. Environment & Community: MPs review the Single-Use Plastics Act 2026 today, while volunteers are creating micro-forests at St George’s fortification. Bermuda Day Build-Up: A week of stories captures the island’s Bermuda Day spirit—from parade prep and the sounds of Front Street to why people show up year after year. Also Noted: Red Shield Tag Day launches today, and the Bermuda Dive Festival runs through Sunday.
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