Archive for January 31st, 2011

Trio Charged: Money & Drug Offences

The charges are indictable and can only be dealt with in Supreme Court, so the two women and one man trio of Omari Franklin, 33, of Robert’s Ave, Devonshire; Dannisha Simmons, 31, of St Monica’s Road, Pembroke; and Alana Tait, 35, of Sandy’s parish; this morning [Jan 31] did not have to enter pleas to charges placed before Chief Magistrate Archie... Read more of this article

Report: Bermuda Becoming ‘Overcrowded’

Mounting competition from Europe and changing market conditions are not the only reasons Bermuda’s re/insurance sector is unlikely to undergo any further growth spurts — the island is increasingly viewed as “overcrowded” and can no longer easily attract top industry professionals because of issues associated with work permit... Read more of this article

Counselor Concerns & Recommendations

Early and comprehensive intervention by schools and community out-reach groups is critically important if at-risk children from dysfunctional homes are to be prevented from embracing negative lifestyles, say CedarBridge Academy guidance counselors. Appearing before Friday’s session of the Parliamentary Joint Select Committee on Gun Violence... Read more of this article

Pedestrian Injured in Devil’s Hole Collision

Around noon on Saturday [Jan 29], a car was traveling along South Road in Smith’s parish near the junction with Devil’s Hole Hill collided with a female who was walking along the road. She was injured and taken to hospital for treatment, however her injuries are not believed to be serious. A Police spokesman said: “Around 12 noon on Saturday,... Read more of this article

Video: Car Fire on Scott’s Hill Road

Around 11:40am on Saturday [Jan 29], Police attended a vehicle fire on Scott’s Hill Road in Sandys parish near the junction with the Railway Trail. As a result the immediate area was cordoned off as a safety precaution. The car was extensively damaged by the blaze which was extinguished by Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service personnel. The Police said... Read more of this article

‘Plausible Solutions’ To Triangle Mysteries

A leading British investigative reporter may have solved one of the so-called Bermuda Triangle’s most mysterious disappearances — the loss of the Star Tiger” commercial aircraft, which vanished en route to Bermuda exactly 63 years ago. Tom Mangold, a celebrated British Broadcasting Corporation journalist and the author of critically... Read more of this article

Overseas Track Athletes: Evans Wins 800m

A number of Bermudian track and field athletes competed in US college meets recently, with some of the highlights including Aaron Evans winning his race, Latroya Darrell placing 4th and Henry Stevens-Carty finishing 5th. Bermuda’s 800m national record holder Aaron Evans made his season debut at the Big 12 vs. SEC Challenge in College Station,... Read more of this article

Bacardi: Spirit of Corporate Responsibility

Bermuda-based Bacardi Limited, the world’s largest privately held spirits company, improved its global environmental efficiencies, increased engagement with responsible suppliers, expanded its award-winning “Champions Drink Responsibly” programme and played an active role in enhancing local communities with employee volunteer programmes. These... Read more of this article

Photos: Men’s Rugby Teachers vs Police

In the Bermuda Rugby Football League matches held yesterday [Jan 30], men’s action saw the Police close the gap at the top of the league following their 16 – 8 win over the defending league champions Teachers. In the other match the Renegades defeated the Mariners 21 – 13. The Renegades Ladies defeated the Mariners Ladies 5 – 1. With the... Read more of this article

FA Cup & First Division Round Up

Yesterday [Jan 30] a number of football games took place across the island, scores below: Prospect United 0 PHC Zebras 1 The only goal of this game at the Police Field came in the 89th minute, when PHC Zebras substitute Lloyd Holder scored to end Prospect United’s FA Cup Semi-Final dreams. Devonshire Cougars 1 St. George’s Colts 1 At the Devonshire... Read more of this article