Archive for July 15th, 2011
Dog Amnesty On Illegal Breeds
The Department of Environmental Protection today [July 15] announced they are offering a one-time amnesty of illegal dogs on the Island. This Amnesty will operate for a period of six weeks: from July 18th, 2011 through to August 31st, 2011. A Ministry spokesperson said, “The amnesty will serve to accept those animals that are already here, halt... Read more of this article
Commission To Assess Food Pricing
The Premier and Minister of Finance, Paula A. Cox, today [July 15], announced that she is calling on the Price Control Commission to conduct an enquiry into local food pricing. The Minister said, “Government will use the powers of enquiry available under the Price Commission Act 1974 to obtain information from food importers about their import... Read more of this article
Police Warning: E-Mail Scam
The Bermuda Police Service issued an advisory today [July 15] warning the public about phishing e-mails and scams. A Police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit would like to remind the public to be vigilant with regard to phishing e-mails and scams that attempt to obtain personal information or money.” “In... Read more of this article
Police Seize Quantity Of Cannabis Plants
Police have reported today [July 15] seizing a quantity of suspected cannabis plants in the Southampton area. A Police spokesperson said, “Around 2:30 pm on Thursday July 14, Police attended the Tudor Hill, Southampton area after a report of cannabis cultivation. As a result, officers seized a quantity of what is believed to be cannabis plants.” “Inquiries... Read more of this article
Hamilton Weekend Road Closures
The City of Hamilton today [July 15] announced that Church Street between Queen and Burnaby Streets will be closed on Saturday July 16 from 4pm to midnight. The closure will facilitate the City of Hamilton’s sponsored Fashion Extravaganza which starts at 7pm in front of City Hall. Additionally, there is no parking from 4pm to midnight on Church Street... Read more of this article
Harry Potter Premiere Fundraiser Tonight
Delta Sigma Theta, a local registered charity will tonight [July 15], host the premiere screening of Harry Potter and Deathly Hallows: Part 2 as a fundraiser. This movie fundraiser will help pay for the purchase of books and other community activities like the Delta GEMS college tour. A spokesperson said, “The movie premiere of Harry Potter and... Read more of this article
HSBC Pro Soccer Clinic Graduates
[Updated with video] Eight of Bermuda’s promising young soccer players graduated today [July 15] from the week long HSBC School of Excellence Programme, managed by Professional MISL player and coach, David Bascome. The eight players were selected to participate in the programme based on their leadership qualities, positive attitude and superior work... Read more of this article
BBFS & High Performance Goalkeeping Partner
Bermuda Brazilian Football School [BBFS] announced yesterday [July14] that they have established a partnership with High Performance Goalkeeping.com. “High Performance Goalkeeping and Bermuda’s Brazilian Football School are excited to announce that they have formed this partnership, to provide Bermuda’s Brazilian Football School with top... Read more of this article
Swimmers Break Records in Baltimore
Bermuda swimmers took part in the Mid-Summer Classic meet this past weekend [July 8-11], hosted by the North Baltimore Aquatic Club. Richard Goodwin, Co National Coach said, “The meet attracted almost 900 swimmers from the Eastern U.S. seaboard, as well as 23 swimmers from the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association. The North Baltimore Aquatic Club... Read more of this article
Weekend Film Series Feature Films
A hilarious, heartfelt documentary about Star Wars fans and their love-hate relationship with the film’s director, George Lucas, and a lush French romantic drama are the featured films at the ‘Weekend Film Series’ this coming Sunday, July 17 in the Tradewinds Auditorium at Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI). The People vs. George... Read more of this article
ISL Arsenal & Knights Make The Finals
The Arsenal dominated the Union winning 13-4, and the Knights finished strong to hold off the Kings 5-2 in Lindo’s ISL Semifinal action Thursday night [July 14] at The National Sports Centre. The two teams will meet in the Lindo’s ISL Finals on Sunday night [July 17] at 7:30 pm. It’s the second straight Championship Game appearance for the Arsenal.... Read more of this article
