Archive for November 9th, 2010

Dr Martin to Speak at Bermuda .NET User Meeting

Dr Martin to Speak at Bermuda .NET User Meeting

Bermuda’s .NET User Group will be hosting a meeting on November 15 from 5:30 – 8pm at the XL Group building on Bermudiana Road. Guest speakers will be Dr James Martin and Aaron Erickson. This is a free event with giveaways, cocktails and a chance to network with your peers. It is open to anyone, but most subjects will be geared towards those who... Read more of this article

BDA, New York & New England Squash Challenge

BDA, New York & New England Squash Challenge

Two teams of keen squash players from New York and New England are arriving in Bermuda this week to compete in a Round Robin Squash Tournament being organized by the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association (BSRA) at their Devonshire Courts. Explains Director of Squash, Patrick Foster, “We hosted an 8 man team from New York City two years ago who were... Read more of this article

Photos & Results: Equestrian Fall Show

Photos & Results: Equestrian Fall Show

The Bermuda Horse and Pony Association B.H.P.A Fall Show was held at the Equestrian Center on Vesey Street this past weekend. Claire Howard was declared the Overall Show Champion, while ‘You’ll Be Amazed’ was crowned the Champion Hunter Pony and ‘Brown Eyed Girl’ was the Champion Hunter Horse. Champion Short Stirrup Equitation... Read more of this article

Premier Extends Condolences To Gordon Family

Premier Extends Condolences To Gordon Family

Premier Paula Cox extended condolences to the family of the late Olympia Corrent, daughter of the late Dr. E.F. Gordon and sister of former Premier Dame Pamela Gordon and current UBP MP Patricia Gordon Pamplin. Premier Cox said, “I was saddened to learn of Ms. Corrent’s passing. Olympia Corrent was part of a politically rich family with a legacy... Read more of this article

Minister Names Appointees to CedarBridge Board

Minister Names Appointees to CedarBridge Board

Today [Nov 9] Minister of Education Dame Jennifer Smith announced new appointments to the CedarBridge Board, which include Larry Mussenden, Thaao Dill, Gregory Swan, Carla B. Lambert, Roger Butterfield, Jane Correia, Fanon Khaldun, and Andrew Griffith Prominent lawyer and Bermuda Football Association President Mr. Larry Mussenden has agreed to serve... Read more of this article

Bermuda Aviation Services: $1.45m Earnings

Bermuda Aviation Services: $1.45m Earnings

Bermuda Aviation Services has reported net earnings of $1.45 million between April and September, a “respectable result” given continuing economic uncertainty. In a letter to BAS shareholders issued today [Nov 9], Group President and Chief Executive Officer Kenneth Joaquin praised management for keeping down costs and improving efficiency... Read more of this article

ICC Training Squad: Sluggo, Romaine & Cann

ICC Training Squad: Sluggo, Romaine & Cann

The Bermuda Cricket Board announced the training squad preparing to compete in the ICC World Cup League Division 2 Tournament in Dubai in April, 2011. Bermuda will compete against UAE, Namibia, Uganda and two teams from the ICC WCL Division 3 Tournament. Those named include veterans Dwayne “Sluggo” Leverock, Irving Romaine and Lionel Cann,... Read more of this article

NYT Lists Bermuda as Top Scuba Diving Area

NYT Lists Bermuda as Top Scuba Diving Area

Although the New York Times concedes Bermuda technically isn’t a Caribbean destination, the newspaper has nevertheless listed the island as one of the top half-dozen scuba diving sites in the region. Along with such West Indian diving meccas as the Dominican Republic and St. Martin, Bermuda offers one of the best locations for Americans in search... Read more of this article

Sneak Fashion Peak: “All Covered Up”

Sneak Fashion Peak: “All Covered Up”

StyleBermuda.com, the island’s leading fashion resource, is set to release photos from one of their fashion shoots this coming Thursday. The theme of the shoot was “All Covered Up”, and it features models Chleo Rose and Chenae Rodrigues in clothing by Boutique CC, Gibbons Company, and Atelerie. Stylebermuda says “Fall fancies... Read more of this article

Firearm Incident in Pembroke

Firearm Incident in Pembroke

[Updated] Bernews understands there was a firearm incident a few minutes ago in the Parsons Road, Pembroke area this afternoon [Nov 9]. It appears that shots may have been fired, however it is unclear at this time whether anyone was injured or not. We have very limited information at this early juncture but will update as able. Update 3.08pm Official... Read more of this article

Dame Jennifer’s Speech: BDA Union of Teachers

Dame Jennifer’s Speech: BDA Union of Teachers

In her first official address to the Bermuda Union of Teachers [BUT] this morning [Nov 9], Minister of Education Dame Jennifer Smith spoke of Bermuda’s education system as being at a critical juncture. She also emphasised the importance of the Ministry and the BUT being in unison in order to ensure the success of Bermuda students. The full text of... Read more of this article

Bermudian Entrepreneur On Aussie Mag Cover

Bermudian Entrepreneur On Aussie Mag Cover

Bermudian Will Young has taken the poet’s advice to heart and is measuring out his life — and career — in coffee spoons. Now based in Australia where he runs the speciality Campos Coffee, a now-legendary cafe he opened seven years ago that draws draws connoisseur crowds from all over Sydney, the young entrepreneur was featured on the... Read more of this article