Archive for August 2nd, 2011
Bermuda Youth Sailors Racing In U.S.
Bermuda’s youth sailors continue racing at a high level on the US East Coast. This past weekend two Bermudians, Mackenzie Cooper and Ryan Powell joined approximatley 450 sailors at the 69th Hyannis Yacht Club Regatta in Hyannis, Massachusetts. Over 280 one-design boats in six classes, including Optimists, Laser Standards and Radials, C420s, J/22s,... Read more of this article
Two Promotions: Fairmont Systems Management
The Fairmont Southampton’s Regional Director of Human Resources, Ms. Nelda Simons today announced the promotion and appointment of two Bermudians within the Systems Management Department. Tony Steele has been promoted to the post of Area Systems Manager and Jonathan Stowe has been appointed to the post of Systems Manager. Ms. Simons said,... Read more of this article
XL Group 2011 Second Quarter Results
XL Group today [Aug.2] reported its second quarter 2011 results; operating net income of $243.1 million, or $0.75 per share, for the quarter, while net income attributable to ordinary shareholders of $225.7 million, or $0.69 per share for the quarter. Commenting on the Company’s performance, Chief Executive Officer Mike McGavick said: “XL’s strong... Read more of this article
CableVision May Drop Two Local Channels
[Updated] Bermuda CableVision released a statement today [Aug.2] saying the Bermuda Broadcasting Company has requested that CableVision pay to include local channels 7 and 9, which include the popular nightly news programme. The company said if they have to pay they no longer want to include the channels in its lineup. CableVision General Manager Terry... Read more of this article
Man Arrested For Threatening Health Minister
[Updated with video] This afternoon [Aug. 2] a man was arrested at the Cabinet Office on Front Street for allegedly threatening Minister of Health Zane DeSilva. A police spokesperson said, “At approx 3.20pm today, Police responded to a reported disturbance at the Cabinet Office.” “On their arrival, it was alleged that a 51 year male... Read more of this article
Bean Named in PDL Eastern Conference Team
Bermuda Hogges midfielder Keishen Bean was named to the Eastern Conference team of the Premier Development League [PDL]. Mr Bean, 24, a member of the Bermuda National Team, led the Hogges with eight goals this season. He assisted on one goal. The Eastern Conference team: GK – Brian Holt, Reading United AC D – Kyle Manscuk, Ottawa Fury D – Brian... Read more of this article
Bermuda Motors Mechanics ‘Sick-Out’
All the mechanics at Bermuda Motors called in sick today [Aug.2]. A statement from the company said, “Bermuda Motors can confirm that all of its mechanical technicians have called in sick today.” “All other staff, union and non-union has reported for work and has been at the job throughout the day. We have spoken to the union shop... Read more of this article
Gun & Ammunition Also Seized From SailBoat
The Bermuda Police confirmed today [Aug.2] that in addition to seizing a “substantial amount” of drugs from a sailboat yesterday, they also found a firearm and ammunition on the boat. Police said that the Latvian man they arrested had diverted to Bermuda after experiencing mechanical problems with his boat while traveling to Europe, and investigations... Read more of this article
Upcoming: BHI Student Networking Event
Bermuda Hospitality Institute will host a Student Roundtable Discussion & Networking Event on Thursday, August 25th from 5.15-7.30pm at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess. With representatives from every sector of the industry, the event will allow students to hear firsthand accounts of the challenges and rewards of a hospitality career. Industry representatives... Read more of this article
Videos: Patrick Nisbett Competing in Italy
The “Vincenzo Muccioli Challenge” of San Patrignano, has concluded in Italy. The event saw Bermuda’s Patrick Nisbett competing alongside some of the highest ranked riders in the world in the three day event, including the current number one and reigning Olympic champion Eric Lamaze. During the PRIX N. 2 UBI Banca 1.40m Competition In Two Phases... Read more of this article
Bermuda Invitational Basketball Tournament
The Bermuda Invitational Basketball Tournament got underway last night [Aug.1] inside the Bermuda College Gymnasium with a double header. Massachusetts Pride defeated a Bermuda Select in the first game 51 – 19, Pride had Handley and Laponi both score 9 points, while Akeyla Furbert and Janelle Simmons both scored 6 points for the Bermuda Select. In... Read more of this article
Weather Service Issues Severe Weather Watch
As everyone who has left the house has noticed, inclement weather is passing over Bermuda today [Aug.2] The Bermuda Weather Service issued a ‘Severe Weather Watch’ valid through to this afternoon, and a ‘Small Craft Warning’ and ‘Thunderstorm Advisory’ valid through to tomorrow [Aug.2]. The Bermuda Weather Service... Read more of this article
