Archive for November 1st, 2010
Second Firearm Incident of Night: No Injuries
Following the shooting of a 19 year old man in the West End this evening [Nov 1], there was another firearm incident approximately two hours later. Around 8:45pm this evening [Nov 1] Police responded to a confirmed firearm incident in the St. Monica’s Road, Pembroke area. The Police say that forensic evidence found suggested that a firearm had been... Read more of this article
Video & Bio: Minister Michael Weeks
This afternoon [Nov 1] Michael Weeks was sworn in at Government House, taking on the position of Minister Without Portfolio, which was previously held by Minister Zane DeSilva. Mr Weeks, who is making his first entrance into Cabinet, represents Constituency #16 – Pembroke East Central. He was born and raised in the Glebe Road area, and currently... Read more of this article
Video & Bio: Minister Dame Jennifer Smith
This afternoon [Nov 1] Dame Jennifer Smith was sworn in at Government House, taking on the position of Minister of Education, which was previously held by Elvin James, who is no longer in Cabinet. Dame Jennifer had previously held the position of Deputy Speaker of the House, which she resigned in order to accept a Cabinet position. Easily receiving... Read more of this article
Video & Bio: Minister Kim Wilson
This afternoon [Nov 1] Kim Wilson was sworn in at Government House, taking on the position of Minister of the Economy, Trade & Industry. A Senator rather than an elected MP, Minister Wilson had previously served as Attorney General under previous Premier Dr Ewart Brown, a responsibility now being undertaken by Minister Michael Scott. Senator Wilson... Read more of this article
Video & Bio: Minister Zane DeSilva
This afternoon [Nov 1] Minister Zane DeSilva was sworn in at Government House, taking on the position of Minister of Health which was previously held by Minister Walter Roban. Minister DeSilva was previously Minister without Portfolio under formerPremier Dr Ewart Brown. Born and raised in the west end, he attended Boaz Island Primary School, Saltus... Read more of this article
Video & Bio: Minister David Burch
This afternoon [Nov 1] Colonel David Burch was sworn in at Government House, taking on the position of Minister of National Security. Colonel Burch had previously held the portfolio of Labour, Immigration and Public Safety under former Premier Dr Ewart Brown, having been appointed after the 2007 election. Colonel Burch will now add border control elements... Read more of this article
Video & Bio: Minister Derrick Burgess
This afternoon [Nov 1] Deputy Premier Derrick Burgess was sworn in at Government House, taking on the position of Minister of Public Works, a slight renaming of his old portfolio of Works & Engineering. A graduate from the now-closed Robert Crawford School in Prospect, Mr Burgess earned a Diploma in Hotel Management from the Lewis Hotel School in... Read more of this article
JPMorgan De-lists Sub-Funds From The BSX
At the request of the Directors of the JPMorgan Funds umbrella the Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX) announces the voluntary de-listing, effective 01 November, 2010, of the following sub-funds of the Fund: America Micro Cap A Fund (FLEFUDI.BH) Asia Equity A Fund (FLEFEOI.BH) Eastern European Equity A Fund (FLEFEEI.BH) Emerging European, Middle East... Read more of this article
Dockyard Ferry Route Interruptions
The Department of Marine & Ports Services wishes to advise the public that over the course of the next couple of days they will be completing scheduled repairs and maintenance on major mechanical components on two of their vessels which will result in a reduced operating schedule. There will be interruptions with the Ferry Service on the Orange,... Read more of this article
Capital G Launches ‘Holiday Giving Back’
Capital G announced the launch of its fourth annual ‘Holiday Giving Back’ fundraising programme which this year will benefit Meals on Wheels. Capital G is inviting members of the community to donate a Dollar amount of their choosing to the bank’s Holiday Giving Back account in support of the Meals on Wheels charity. “The ‘Holiday Giving Back’... Read more of this article
National Dance Foundation 2011 Calendar
The National Dance Foundation of Bermuda today launched a 12-month calendar produced as a fundraiser for young Bermuda dancers participating in DanceBermuda, the Foundation’s international three-week summer intensive. The 2011 calendar has been sponsored by the Ross “Blackie” Talbot Charity Classic and, as a result, all proceeds will go directly... Read more of this article
Burch To Attend Barbados Prime Minister’s Funeral
The Cabinet Office announced this afternoon that the Minister of National Security Colonel David Burch will represent Bermuda in Barbados at the funeral of the late Prime Minister, the Hon. David Thompson. A State Funeral will be held in Bridgetown, Barbados for the late Prime Minister tomorrow [Nov 2]. Minister Burch departs the Island tomorrow morning.... Read more of this article
