Archive for August 7th, 2010

Kitesurfers Make Use Of Pre-Storm Winds

[Updated] Approximately a dozen kitesurfers can be seen out this afternoon [Aug 7] along the South Shore beaches making use of the increased winds the island is experiencing as Tropical Storm Colin draws near. At 1pm [when these photos were taken] the seas were not exceptionally rough or pounding, but were more active then the normal tranquil waters... Read more of this article

Cancellations & Closures Due to Tropical Storm

[Updated] Tropical Storm Colin is expected to affect the island today [Sat, Aug 7], passing within 27 miles of Bermuda at approximately 11 pm tonight, with forecasters warning we can expect tropical storm force winds of 30 to 40 knots, high surf conditions, heavy rain and thunderstorms from this afternoon until tomorrow morning. We will update with... Read more of this article

Students Receive $10,000 Gov Education Awards

Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance Paula Cox presented Public Service Bursary Awards on behalf of the Government of Bermuda’s Department of Human Resources. The presentation, graduation and reception was held on July 28th at the Elbow Beach Hotel, and each of the bursary recipients received $10.000, and the Graduates received certificates of... Read more of this article

Tyrone Smith Invited To Join America’s Cup

A Bermudian athlete has been invited to part of prestigious sporting team after impressing with a gold medal winning long jump performance at the 2010 CAC Games. Tyrone Smith, the Bermuda National Record holder, has been invited to be part of the America’s Cup team for an international track and field competition which will be held next month... Read more of this article

Yesterday’s Shooting Victim: Second Time Shot

For the second time in recent months, a shooting victim is recovering in hospital after being shot for the second time. 24-year-old Prince Edness was shot yesterday morning [Aug 6] in the Elliott/Court Street area. This is the second time Mr. Edness has been shot, with the first time being two years, also in August, only a few yards away from where... Read more of this article

Scans: Minister Paula Cox’s Campaign Brochures

Yesterday morning [Aug 6] Finance Minister and Deputy Premier Paula Cox announced she would seek the leadership position of the Progressive Labour Party. Numerous MPs and party stalwarts attended her rollout at the Arboretum, indicating the strong support she has within the party. Custom printed brochures were handed out, containing a brief history... Read more of this article