Archive for July 14th, 2011

CellOne Boosts Its Network

CellOne Boosts Its Network

CellOne announced today [July 14] that it has implemented a new 4G cell site in the west end of Hamilton, which should increase coverage and improve data speeds for many customers. “We are continuing to build upon our brand promise of the “The Power of More” with More Speed and More Coverage” said Frank Amaral, CellOne’s Chief Operating Officer.... Read more of this article

Bermuda & Cayman Islands Semi-Final

Bermuda & Cayman Islands Semi-Final

The 2010 and reigning North America and Caribbean Rugby Association [NACRA] Under 19 Caribbean Champions Bermuda played Cayman Islands on Wednesday night with the winner of the match advancing to the final on Saturday. Bermuda captain Nicholas Chilvers went over to give the defending champions the lead 5 – 0, however kicker Tristan Kermode could... Read more of this article

BPS Host Senior UKCOT Police Officers

BPS Host Senior UKCOT Police Officers

The Bermuda Police Service announced today [July 14] they are hosting three visiting senior police officers from Montserrat and Anguilla this week. While the officers are here, they will be taking part in a Firearms Incident Commanders Course held at Police Headquarters in Prospect. A Police spokesperson said, “The United Kingdom Caribbean Overseas... Read more of this article

ISL Semi-Final Round Playoff Preview

ISL Semi-Final Round Playoff Preview

The Lindo’s ISL Playoffs Semi-final round is on tonight [July 14] at 7:30 pm. The games will be played at the National Sports Centre. Game one features the G.E.T. Limited Red Division champion Arsenal [5-1] taking on the Union [5-2]. Game two features an old rivalry renewed when the Ace Insurance Blue Division Champion Knights [6-0] take on the Kings... Read more of this article

Fairmont Appoints New Learning Manager

Fairmont Appoints New Learning Manager

The Fairmont Southampton’s Regional Director of Human Resources, Nelda Simons today [July 14] announced the appointment of Bermudian Felicia Rickards to the post of Learning Manager at the hotel. Ms. Simons said, “Felicia brings over 20 years of International Business, Course Facilitation, Life Coaching and Human Resources Development experience... Read more of this article

Premier To Host Town Hall Meeting

Premier To Host Town Hall Meeting

The Premier and Minister of Finance, Paula A. Cox, will host a town hall meeting on Tuesday July 19, to discuss steps Government is taking to strengthen Bermuda’s economy. The public forum, entitled, “Pulling Together to Make it Better For Bermuda”, will also feature several Government Ministers, including the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry,... Read more of this article

Video: OBA Supports Fisheries Act

Video: OBA Supports Fisheries Act

Yesterday [July 13], Senator Craig Cannonier, OBA Shadow Minister for Economy, Trade and Industry voiced his party’s support of the Fisheries Amendment Act 2011 while also highlighting some concerns. The Act which passed in the Senate yesterday will increase the maximum possible fine for violations to $50,000. Senator Cannonier said, “We... Read more of this article

3-Day Gospel Music Festival Announced

3-Day Gospel Music Festival Announced

It was announced today [July 14], Bermuda will host its first ever gospel music festival, the Dr. Bobby Jones Presents The 2011 Bermuda Gospel Festival. The three-day event takes place in the Victualling Yard at the Royal Naval Dockyard on August 25 – 27 and boasts a heavenly performance lineup of gospel music’s legends and bright stars. Gospel... Read more of this article

CableVision Community Award: Gina Spence

CableVision Community Award: Gina Spence

Bermuda CableVision today [July 14] honoured Gina Spence for the commitment she has shown to local charities through over 30 years of dedicated voluntary service. Ms. Spence’s community service centres around her own charity, Gina Spence Productions in Christ [GSPIC], which provides education and opportunity through performing arts. In addition, Ms.... Read more of this article

Video: Senator Furbert Endorses Lefroy House

Video: Senator Furbert Endorses Lefroy House

Senator Laverne Furbert yesterday [July 13] answered concerns about the state of Lefroy House raised by OBA spokesperson for Seniors and Social Services/Financial Assistance, Louise Jackson. Senator Furbert said ” From visiting there on a weekly basis while my mother was there, I know that Lefroy House was constantly upgraded” Senator Furbert... Read more of this article

End Of Era For Franking Machines

End Of Era For Franking Machines

The Minister for Economy, Trade and Industry, Senator Kim Wilson today [July 14] released a statement to the public that effective 1 January, 2012, all manual reset postage meters will be removed from service in Bermuda. Any meter found in operation after this date is subject to be seized by the Bermuda Post Office under the Bermuda Post Office Act... Read more of this article

Accident Victim Arrested For DUI

Accident Victim Arrested For DUI

Emergency Services yesterday [July 13], responded to a report of an accident on North Shore Road near the junction with Store Hill. In a statement today, Police say that the rider involved in that accident was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving. A Police spokesperson said, “Around 6:30pm on Wednesday, police attended a reported single vehicle... Read more of this article