Archive for December, 2010

Flight & Ferry Cancellations

[Updated] A severe storm across the US East Coast continues to cause flight cancellations, with inbound and outbound Bermuda flights being affected for the fourth consecutive day today [Dec 28]. Flight data shows that Continental flight #1657 arriving from Newark this afternoon, as well as American Airlines flight #1443 departing Bermuda for New York... Read more of this article

Bermuda Was A “Life Raft” For Skinks

Bermuda served as an evolutionary “life raft” for the island’s unique species of skink when it became extinct in North America millions of years ago, researchers say. The Bermuda skink — or rock lizard — thrived here after specimens were carried to the island from the North American continent, presumably by storms or... Read more of this article

Still No News: Bermudians on Missing Boat

Days after the US Coast Guard called off the search for the 31-foot yacht “Carefree IV”, the boat has still not been located. Officials have confirmed that there are two Bermudians on board, however have declined to officially name them or provide further information on them. Bermuda’s Rescue Co-ordination Center confirmed this morning [Dec... Read more of this article

Photos: St. George’s Colts v St. David’s

Yesterday [Dec 27] St. George’s Colts beat St David’s 6-1 at the Wellington Oval in the Premier Development League Christmas Tournament. St. George’s Colts took the lead in the sixth minute when Marcus Anderson scored. Clay Darrell doubled the lead in the 14th minute when he outpaced the St. David’s defense and beat the advancing goalkeeper. St.... Read more of this article

Chartis: $450m In Catastrophe Coverage

Bermuda-based Chartis today (Dec.28) announced that it has entered into a reinsurance transaction with fellow local re/insurer Lodestone Re, which will provide $450 million of protection to Chartis against US hurricanes and earthquakes. Chartis, with headquarters on Richmond Road, Pembroke, is the former property casualty insurance division of AIG currently... Read more of this article

Photos: Bermuda Lose to Long Island Team

[Updated] Bermuda’s U20 World Cup qualifying team lost their first of two matches against Long Island Rough Riders yesterday [Dec 27] at Wellington Oval. Under very windy conditions, the visiting Long Island Rough Riders took the lead early in the first half, as Shane Arikian’s right footed shot beat Corey Richardson to his right in the 6th... Read more of this article

Bermudian Actor’s Play Was A Black UK First

According to a British theatrical historian a musical play staged in 1909 by Bermudian actor/playwright Ernest Trimingham was the first entirely black-themed production ever staged in the United Kingdom. The Bermudian’s play debuted more than 25 years before legendary Trinidadian author, political activist and cricket historian C.L.R. James... Read more of this article

Upcoming: Basketball Youth Camp

On January 6-8 2011, Bermuda Basketball Association [BBA] will host two day basketball camps focusing on the fundamentals of basketball for two separate age groups. Details are below: Camp 1 Age Group: 7-9 years [boys or girls] Dates: Jan 6th from 6:30 – 8:30 and Jan 8th from 9:00 – 11:00 Location: BHS... Read more of this article

Airport Long Term Parking & Cancelled Ferries

The Department of Airport Operations today [Dec 27] advised that the Long Term Parking facility at LF Wade International Airport is full to capacity due to flights being cancelled and returning travelers experiencing delays. In addition, the weather is also affecting local Ferry Services and as of noon today the Department of Marine and Ports advised... Read more of this article

Residents Extinguish Small Kitchen Fire

At approximately 12:20pm today [Dec 27], Bermuda Fire and Rescue responded to a report of fire at a Cove Valley Road, St. David’s residence. Bernews understands that upon arrival it was ascertained that the fire was quite small in nature, had been put out by the residents and that the cause of the fire was believed to be a faulty element within... Read more of this article

Photos: Dandy Town vs North Village Rams

The Dandy Town Hornets beat North Village Rams 3-2 in the Premier Development League [PDL] match held yesterday [Dec 26] at the BAA field. Keishen Bean gave the North Village Rams the lead in the first minute, however Shannon Burchall equalized for the Dandy Town Hornets in the 12th minute. Mr Burchall scored again to put the Dandy Town Hornets ahead... Read more of this article

Harbour Radio Praised For Rescue Role

Bermuda Harbour Radio’s role in a dramatic rescue at sea which took place off the island in October is being praised by the captain of a 124-foot charter luxury yacht. Captain Gianni Brill, who skippers the $20 million Hakvoort motor yacht “Perle Bleue“, said today [Dec. 27] that without Bermuda Harbour Radio’s assistance a... Read more of this article