Archive for July 2nd, 2011
Sailing: Bermuda Teens Competing In California
Team Bermuda started day one of the five day IODA North American Championships today with the first 3 races completed. The event commonly known as “Optinam” is being hosted by the Cabrillo Beach Yacht Club in San Pedro, California just south of Los Angeles next to the Port of LA. Pictured below, left to right: Michael Barit, Chase Cooper,... Read more of this article
Photos: ‘Bermuda Cruising’ For Five Days
On June 26, 2011 the local Station of Cruising Club of America [CCA] hosted nearly 30 American yachtsmen for a 5 day cruise circumnavigating the island and participating in activities that most had never done before despite having made multiple visits to Bermuda. For most visiting yachtsmen, Bermuda simply offers a place to stay until a quick departure,... Read more of this article
40-Yr-Man in ICU After Diving Accident
[Updated] At approximately 5:30pm today [July 2] Police officers as well as EMTs responded to Admiralty House Park in Spanish Point, after a man was injured after reportedly diving off a cliff. Bystanders told Bernews the gentleman jumped/dived off the taller cliffs located on the north-east side of the area, and appeared to not resurface immediately.... Read more of this article
Lisa Blackburn Wins Medal #4, Sets 4th Record
Bermudian swimmer Lisa Blackburn continues to shatter records and win medals at the 2011 Central American & Caribbean Championships in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico – picking up her fourth medal in the most recent day of competition. She was able to claim a Silver medal – her fourth medal of the Championships – in the 50m breaststroke,... Read more of this article
Hogges Win First Road Game Of Season
The Bermuda Hogges Football Club started off on the right track when they beat New Jersey Rangers 3-0 in their first of four matches on the east coast of the United States in the USL Soccer Premier Development League. Zico Lewis scored in the 78th minute to give the Hogges the lead. Prior to the half, Hogges were awarded a penalty, however Damon Ming... Read more of this article
Neil Roberts Pens ‘Blues & Beatles’
Former Bermuda resident Neil Roberts has penned his first book ‘Blues & Beatles’ – a story of football and music across generations. Mr Roberts is a long time Everton Football Club supporter, and said he grew up “addicted to football and The Beatles.” Following his father’s footsteps into a career in journalism,... Read more of this article
Seniors Pensions To Rise By 3%
Seniors will get a 3% pension increase starting in August, however employees will not have to contribute more until one year later, from August 2012. Premier and Minister of Finance Paula Cox tabled the Contributory Pensions (Amendment of Contributions and Benefits) Order 2011, in the House of Assembly yesterday [July 1] morning. Premier Cox said, “I... Read more of this article
Officials: Six Reports Of Gecko Sightings
Since appealing for the public’s assistance in spotting geckos last month, the Department of Conservation Services has received six reports of gecko sightings. Biodiversity Officer Alison Copeland said they received the reports right after the article was in the press, with nothing since. Ms Copeland said she, “suspects most of the reports... Read more of this article
Road Closed: Trench Work On Church Street
Trench work will take place on Church Street at the Par-la-Ville Car Park exit. The work will begin at 7:00am today [July 2] and is scheduled to be completed at 6:00pm on Sunday, July 3. Traffic will be restricted to one lane during the work. The City of Hamilton apologized for any inconvenience caused, and said motorists and pedestrians are asked... Read more of this article
Premier Cox Reports On Visit To Brussels
Yesterday [July 1] in the House of Assembly Premier Paula Cox reported on her visit to Brussels, Belgium from the 19th to 21st June 2011. She said, “I cannot underscore enough the achievement and significance of our Bermuda delegation meeting with senior officials of the European Commission. It is unprecedented for an associated or dependent territory... Read more of this article
Netball Association Elects Executive Members
The Bermuda Netball Association held its Annual General Meeting, with Tracey Sharieff edging out Debra Saltus by a vote of 16 – 15 to secure the top spot as President of the Bermuda Netball Association. Stacy Grant was selected as 1st Vice President, Danielle Raynor as 2nd Vice President, Angela Edwards as secretary, Tahkeesha Welch as treasurer... Read more of this article
Desta Tsion Releases ‘One Step Forward’
Bermudian reggae artist Desta Tsion released his first mixtape ‘One Step Forward,’ and has made it available as a free download here. The collaboration project, produced and co-authored by Bermuda-born emcee Yaun Lee, covers a range of genres including one-drop reggae a bit of dubstep and a dash of hip-hop. The mixtape includes ten songs;... Read more of this article
