Archive for March 18th, 2010
Winston Burrows Sister: System Has Failed
The sister of road traffic victim Winston “Yogi” Burrows has stated that she believes the justice system has failed. Englishman Luke Armstrong was originally convicted of causing Mr. Burrow’s death, had his conviction and sentence overturned earlier this week and walked free. Mr. Armstrong’s parents reportedly did not travel... Read more of this article
Bermuda Police Seek Missing Man: Martin Molinski
The Bermuda Police are appealing for anyone who can help locate a missing man. 27 year old Martin Molinski is a British national who has been in Bermuda for only six months. Bernews has confirmed that he is an employee of local company Vinyltech. He is described as being a white male between 6′ and 6’2” tall of medium build, with a closely... Read more of this article
Former UBP Leader Wayne Furbert to Join PLP
Former Leader of the United Bermuda Party [UBP], and then independent MP Wayne Furbert will join the Progressive Labour Party [PLP] tomorrow. Mr. Furbert has confirmed the planned switch, and has been delivering letters to his constituents in Hamilton Parish. The letter says he “has changed the flag he carries, but not changed his heart”. Read... Read more of this article
Armstrong Warned Parents of “Hostile Atmosphere”
A British newspaper has reported that recently released British ex-pat Luke Armstrong asked his parents not to travel to Bermuda for his appeal, warning them of a “hostile atmosphere”. The article also appears to state that Luke Armstrong is still in Bermuda at this time. Luke Armstrong was originally convicted of causing the death of Winston... Read more of this article
ACE: Estimate $125 Million First Quarter Claims
Ace Limited expect a loss of $125 million and of this total, the bulk of it [approximately $75 million] represents the company’s combined estimate for the earthquake in Chile and windstorm Xynthia. The other natural catastrophes include the Madeira floods in Portugal, the Australian hailstorms, and American winter storms. NASA reports that the... Read more of this article
Another Winter Athlete Dons Bermuda Shorts
Bermudians are no longer the only winter athletes to be noted for their Bermuda shorts after a top ranked European Olympic skier took to the slopes in Bermuda shorts. Competing in his final race after a 20 year career, Marco Buechel decided he wanted to go out in style. Wearing a jacket and tie accompanied by Bermuda shorts, he entered his final race;... Read more of this article
CEO BDA Hotel Assoc: Gaming Would Be Welcome
The CEO of the Bermuda Hotel Association John Harvey has come out in support of allowing gaming in Bermuda. Thanking the government for producing the Green Paper on Gambling, Mr. Harvey stated that Bermudian hotels have faced a decade of challenges and another amenity would be welcome. Mr. Harvey commenting: On behalf of the Bermuda Hotel Association,... Read more of this article
Pride Celebrity Lockup Raises $64,000 Plus
The second annual Pride Bermuda Celebrity Lockup has raised $64,000 and counting, as pledges are still coming in. All funds raised will be used to fund Pride’s drug prevention program. The event was held Friday March 12, with a cross section of prominent Bermudians generously donating their time for the event, allowing themselves to be placed... Read more of this article
Swan Speaks On Senator Bean’s “Dissing of BEST”
Speaking out against Senator Marc Bean’s statements on BEST, UBP Leader Kim Swan has most likely earned approval from young voters with his usage of the word “dissing“. The Leader of the Opposition said “Senator Mark Bean’s dissing of BEST is a classic example of Premier Brown’s appointees trashing the messenger.” The... Read more of this article
AXIS Capital Prices $500 Million of Senior Notes
Bermuda-based global provider of specialty lines insurance and treaty reinsurance AXIS Capital is issuing $500 million in notes. AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced on March 18 that its indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary, AXIS Specialty Finance LLC, has priced an offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.875% Senior Notes due 2020,... Read more of this article
Kellan Lewis Convicted in Kellon Hill Death
ZBM has reported that Kellan Lewis was convicted of manslaughter in the 2008 murder of 18 year old Kellon Hill. The lone defendant of the original five to have been convicted, 18 year old Kellan Lewis was acquitted of the more serious charge of murder, but found guilty of manslaughter and possession of a knife in Supreme Court. Victim Kellon Hill Family... Read more of this article
Hospitals Go Web 2.0 With Job Applications
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has introduced a new online employment application process making it quick and easy to apply for jobs. The feature packed online service even offers the ability to save your details to reapply for subsequent jobs. Simple and easy to use, it makes the whole process of applying for a job at BHB easier and more convenient.... Read more of this article
