Archive for July 7th, 2011
Gymnastics: Bermuda Win 14 Medals
With 14 medals under their belt, the Bermuda Gymnastics Team has just finished a very successful first day of competition at the 2011 Island Games, with the gymnastics portion being held in Jersey this weekend. The junior team did the Island proud, winning gold in the team competition. [Pictured below] The senior team narrowly missed the gold in their... Read more of this article
One-Day Jet Blue Special To Bermuda
Budget-conscious Americans pining for a cheap Bermuda summer getaway have until 11.59 Eastern Time tonight [July 7] to get their wish. That’s the cut-off time for numerous low-cost specials Jet Blue has been offering all day –including flights to Bermuda. The “Keep On Summering Sale” may not be available on all days or... Read more of this article
Fairmont Welcomes Engineering Student
The Fairmont Southampton has welcomed engineering student Jamel David Minors back to their Maintenance Department for the summer. Through a joint sponsorship with the National Training Board (NTB), the Fairmont Southampton has helped to cover expenses related to Mr. Minors obtaining a 3rd and 2nd Class Power Engineer Certification from the Cambrian... Read more of this article
Northampton Signs Bermudian Freddy Hall
The UK’s Northampton Town League Two football club has completed the signing of Bermudian goalkeeper Freddy Hall on a one-year contract. Mr. Hall was ranked fourth in the ESPN MLS Goalkeeping draft list two years ago before turning out for USL Premier Development League Bermuda Hogges. His move is subject to international clearance Mr. Hall... Read more of this article
Minister To Witness Shuttle Launch
Bermuda Transport Minister Terry Lister will have a ringside seat at the last launch of a Space Shuttle tomorrow [Jul. 8] as the US commemorates the decades-long cooperation between NASA and the island on America’s manned space programme. Mr. Lister is currently in Florida with Ministry of Transport Permanent Secretary Ellen-Kate Horton and... Read more of this article
Conyers Expands Trust & Private Client Team
Bermuda-headquartered international law firm Conyers Dill & Pearman has hired Blair Botsford to join its local practice. Ms Botsford brings extensive expertise in estate planning and administration, trusts, incapacity planning and taxation to the Bermuda office. Her practice focuses on the preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living... Read more of this article
Videos: Motorcycle Racing Highlights
On Sunday [July 3] the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club held its fourth race of the season at the Southside Motor Sports Park. Fans were treated to some full-throttle racing action – and Bernews was on hand to capture some racing on video as the daredevils of Bermuda’s motocross world tested their skills against one another. Related... Read more of this article
Videos: East End Beating Retreat Ceremony
Last night [July 6] the Bermuda Regiment’s colourful Beating Retreat ceremony was held in St. George’s on King’s Square. The military ceremony dates back to 16th century England and was first used to recall nearby patrolling units to their castle. It is now practiced by military units throughout the British Commonwealth. Chief Fire... Read more of this article
2011 North American Champs Concludes
The 2011 North American Championships came to a conclusion on Wednesday. 3 races were sailed on Tuesday and 2 more on Wednesday for a total of 11 races sailed during the regatta. Wind conditions on the last 2 days were similar with previous days, 14 – 20 knot westerlies but the current was reversed, pushing the boats towards the course side of... Read more of this article
Reggie Lambe on Trial at Bristol Rovers
Bermudian footballer Town winger Reggie Lambe – who was recently released from Ipswich Town – is on trial with Bristol Rovers, the club where he spent two months on loan at the end of the season. The Bermudian international was told he wouldn’t be offered new terms at Portman Road in May. The 20-year-old former Dandy Town, who made one... Read more of this article
Burglary: Refrigerator, Dishwasher Stolen
Police responded to a reported burglary at a Trinity Church Road, Hamilton Parish residence last night [Jul. 6]. It was ascertained that sometime between 10pm on Tuesday, July 5 and 7pm on Wednesday, July 6, unknown culprits gained entry into the home while it was unoccupied and took a refrigerator, dishwasher, two televisions and a treadmill. Investigations... Read more of this article
Vacationers Targeted By Handbag Snatchers
Police responded to a reported handbag snatching in the East End last night [Jul. 6]. Two American visitors, a husband and wife, were riding a rental cycle along Stables Lane, St. George’s, when two unknown men rode up alongside them, snatched a handbag from the woman’s shoulder and rode off. The couple attempted to catch up with the suspects,... Read more of this article
