Archive for October, 2012

NY Issue Causes Internet Problem [Resolved]

[Updated: Issue resolved] An issue with routers in New York has temporarily knocked the Transact internet service offline this evening, and the Company said that engineers are working to resolve the issue. A statement from the Company said: “Transact internet service is currently offline due to power supply interruptions affecting our routers... Read more of this article

Photos: Halloween Decorations Across Bermuda

Both children and adults got into the spirit of Halloween this evening [Oct 31] dressing up in costumes and making their way to various homes and events. A few houses were decorated for the occasion with “creepy music” and sound effects to add to the Halloween experience. Some homeowners went the extra mile and were wearing costumes themselves... Read more of this article

Minister Updates: Substance Abuse Treatment

Earlier this afternoon, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice Kim Wilson provided an update of the substance abuse treatment services and facilities which fall under the Ministry. Minister Wilson said the Transitional Living Center [TLC] — which was located at Westgate and aimed to help offenders successfully reintegrating into the community... Read more of this article

Photos #2: 2012 MSA School Halloween Parade

Mount Saint Agnes Academy hosted their annual Halloween Parade this afternoon [Oct 31], with students making their way around the school’s courtyard as family and friends looked on. Led by the traditional bagpiper, the students were dressed for the holiday having been transformed into all manner of colourful Halloween characters. You can view... Read more of this article

Photos #1: 2012 MSA School Halloween Parade

Dozens of princesses, witches, cartoon characters, cowboys, ninjas and assorted other costumed characters ‘took over’ Mount Saint Agnes Academy this afternoon [Oct 31], as the school hosted their annual Halloween Parade. A tradition for the past twenty years, elementary students took part in a parade around the school grounds as family and... Read more of this article

PartnerRe Declares $0.62 Quarterly Dividend

Bermuda-based PartnerRe Ltd. has declared a dividend of $0.62 per common share. The dividend will be payable on November 30, 2012, to common shareholders of record on November 19, 2012, with the stock trading ex-dividend commencing November 15, 2012. Related Stories AXIS & PartnerRe To Combine In $11B Merger Oct 5: PartnerRe Women’s 5K Run... Read more of this article

Convening Of Parliament This Friday

Members of the public are invited to witness the Convening of Parliament ceremony this Friday, 2nd November 2012 on the grounds of the Cabinet Office. Governor George Fergusson will deliver the Speech from the Throne at approximately 11am. The Bermuda Regiment will provide a Guard of Honour as Members of the Legislature, led by Premier Paula Cox, gather... Read more of this article

Man Gets Probation For Cell Phone Theft

After being convicted of stealing $2,137 worth of cellphones from his employer CellOne earlier this year, Jahmarley Gardiner, 25, was before Senior Magistrate Archie Warner this morning for sentencing. In the course of sentencing Mr Gardiner, the Senior Magistrate was considering a restitution order. However, the Probation Officer who had prepared... Read more of this article

BA Flight Diverts Due To Sick Passenger

A British Airways flight traveling from Jamaica diverted to Bermuda last night [Oct 30] as a passenger took ill. Unofficial reports indicate a female passenger became ill, and was unconscious when the EMTs arrived to render assistance. A BA spokesperson said: “BA can confirm that a passenger was taken ill on BA 2262 enroute from Kingston, Jamaica... Read more of this article

City To Host Theatre Renaming Ceremony

The City of Hamilton formally confirmed that City Hall Theatre will be renamed the Earl Cameron Theatre in honour of veteran Bermudian actor Earl Cameron, and said the renaming ceremony will take place on Monday November 5 at City Hall. Mr. Cameron arrives on the island this weekend with his wife Barbara to participate in the formal ceremony. Mr Cameron... Read more of this article

Fairmont Rebrands Golf Course: “Turtle Hill”

The Fairmont Southampton today announced the official launch of their rebranded on-property Championship Par 3 golf course as Turtle Hill Golf Club. Previously known only as The Fairmont Southampton’s Golf Club, the new name and logo will feature on all apparel, advertising and promotional material associated with The Turtle Hill Golf Club. Fairmont... Read more of this article

Fire At Unoccupied House In Pembroke

In the early hours this morning [Oct 31], fire swept through the lower level of a three story building at # 5 St. Augustine Lane, Pembroke. The call was received by Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service at 4.24am, and they responded with 2 fire appliances and 8 personnel. The BFRS said: “The first fire appliance arrived on scene within 6 minutes. 2... Read more of this article

Governor ‘Expresses’ Solidarity To Bloomberg

Governor George Fergusson has written to Mayor Michael Bloomberg to “express solidarity and best wishes in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy,” Government House said today. Hurricane Sandy battered the Northeast, killing dozens of people and causing billions of dollars in damage. About 6.5 million homes and businesses were still without power... Read more of this article

Oleander Voyage Canceled Due To Sandy

Due to the widespread damage to the East Coast during Hurricane Sandy, Bermuda Container Line has cancelled Oleander Voyage 1678. The storm slammed into the U.S. East Coast, where it left at least 40 dead. The New York Police Department reported a total of 22 deaths in the city from Sandy. New York’s LaGuardia Airport remain closed today due to... Read more of this article

Man Jailed For 30 Days After Bottle Throwing

Steven Dimitri Robinson, 33, re-appeared in this morning’s [Oct 31] Plea Court and was given a thirty-day jail sentences after he had plead guilty to and been convicted of throwing four bottles at his former employer Jeff Sousa of Sousa’s Landscaping. Mr Robinson was said to have become irate, shouting and throwing the bottles at Mr Sousa, and... Read more of this article

Photos: BFA 2011/12 Awards Presentation

Raymond Beach from the Dandy Town Hornets was named the Bermuda Football Association’s 2011/12 Premier Division Player of the Year last night [Oct 30], at the BFA Awards Presentation. Keston Lewis from the Flanagan’s Onion’s was named the 2011/12 First Division Player of the Year and Jessica Furtado was named the 2012 Female Player of the Year. Women’s... Read more of this article