Archive for February, 2010

Video: Paula Cox “Debt is Neither Bad or Good”

Five days before the 2010/11 budget was released, we heard the Minister of Finance the Hon. Paula Cox speak at a PLP town hall on the subject of Bermuda’s debt. Minister Cox begins by saying: For starters, debt is neither bad nor good. There is nothing inherently wrong with debt, in fact in some cases it’s said to be beneficial. Because... Read more of this article

American Actress “Obsessed” with Tucker Murphy

Globe and Emmy nominated American actress Amy Brenneman has tweeted her “obsession“, as well as written a column saying she is “totally invested in” Bermudian Olympian Tucker Murphy. Best known for her starring role in the CBS television series “Judging Amy”, Amy Brenneman has also appeared other series and movies... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Bermuda Inline Hockey League

The Bermuda Inline Hockey League was formed in 1996, and plays out of the Pembroke Community Club. Their Friday Feb 26 game saw the Penguins beat the Leafs 11-8. The Penguins line up was Daniel Heintzman, Matthew Betteto, Michael Betteto, Lara Hetzel and Jordan Faries with Tommy “Rock” Ruck in goal. Danny scored 3 goals and assisted twice Matthew... Read more of this article

2010 Budget: PLP and UBP Response

Below is the full text of four responses from members of opposing political parties to the 2010/11 budget. [UBP] Shadow Minister of Finance E.T. [Bob] Richards released the statement below: - Finance Minister Paula Cox’s Budget penalizes Bermuda for her Government’s reckless spending sprees that have piled up deficits and debt year after year. The... Read more of this article

April 1: Teenage Bike Restrictions in Place

It was announced that the Auxiliary Bicycles [No. 2] Act 2009 will come into force on April 1st, 2010. From then on, a ‘Bermuda Youth License’ will be issued to 16 and 17 year olds after they complete the Project Ride program. The Youth Licence has restrictions: Not permitted to ride an auxiliary cycle with a passenger Not permitted to... Read more of this article

2010 Budget: Full Statement

Below is the full statement of the 2010/11 budget from The Ministry of Finance. It was presented on Friday February 26, by the Hon. Paula Cox, the Minister of Finance and Deputy Premier. For just a quick view of revenue and expenditure, see 2010 Budget Explained Via Charts.. For increased clarity click ‘Full Screen’ on the top right hand... Read more of this article

2010 Budget Explained Via Charts

If you are too pressed for time to sift through the entire thirty nine page budget report, take a birds eye view of the main aspects of spending and revenue with the charts below. The budget was presented on Friday February 26, by the Hon. Paula Cox, the Minister of Finance and Deputy Premier. The total estimated expenditure for 2010/11 is $1,202.2... Read more of this article

Dr Lou Matthews: “Loss of an Expectation”

Dr. Lou Matthews was one of the featured speakers at a bookfair and panel discussion on Thursday February 25 at the St. Mary’s Church Hall in Warwick. Along with Dr. Matthews, guest speakers were Shawnette Somner, Dr. Gina Tucker and Tracey White. Organized by Dale Butler, the panel discussion was on the topic of successful strategies for school... Read more of this article

Failed Drug Test: Mr. Bermuda Stripped of Medal

Marking the first time a Bermudian bodybuilder has failed a drug test in international competition, Ross Ceasar has been stripped of the gold medal he won at the Caribbean and Central American Bodybuilding Championships [CAC]. Although he represented Bermuda, Mr. Ceasar is originally from Barbados. He is the reigning Mr. Bermuda champion, and a multiple... Read more of this article

March 6: Haiti Benefit Party

On Saturday March 6 there will be Haiti Benefit Party at Wine Cellar located in the Fairmont Southampton Princess Hotel. Wear Red, Blue or Black to support Haiti. Music will be provided by Jugglin Jason, DJ Julez and General of Outkast Movement. Doors open at 10pm, and there will be $5.50 early bird drink specials from 10pm -11pm, with $3 shots all... Read more of this article

Photos: Police Crime Scene in Devonshire

[Warning, contains graphic images of blood splatter, click through at your own risk]. On Thursday evening on February 25, police responded to an altercation in the Prospect area. We understand that two males had been arguing, and it escalated into a fight involving both a knife and a baseball bat. Both men received non-serious wounds, with one man... Read more of this article