Archive for January 4th, 2012

Police: ‘Strictly Enforcing’ New Rules

[Updated - 15 people ticketed this morning] The Bermuda Police Service will be “ramping up” their response and “strictly enforcing” the new legislation which allows for fines of up to $1,000 for using a cell phone or other hand held device while driving. With the passing of the Traffic Offences (Penalties) Amendment Act 2011 – it is... Read more of this article

Perozzi’s Opponent Moves Down

Following her loss to Bermuda’s Teresa Perozzi, the Trinidad media is reporting that Trinidad and Tobago boxer Lorissa Rivas will no longer fight in the Middleweight Division, thus putting an end to a possible rematch. This decision was announced by Boxu Potts, Special Adviser, Trinidad and Tobago Boxing Board following two consecutive defeats... Read more of this article

BSX Approves Golden State Notes

The Listing Committee of the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] has approved of the listing of Golden State Re Ltd. Principal At-Risk Variable Rate Note Program consisting of the $200,000,000 Series 2011-1 Class A Principal-At-Risk Variable Rate Notes due January 8, 2015, an issuance under the Exchange’s Restricted Marketing provisions for Qualified Investors... Read more of this article

Calling All Boxers/MMA Fighters

Teachers Rugby Football Club is ‘calling all boxers and MMA fighters’ to participate in the upcoming ‘Fists of Fury: Fight Night XIV’ on March 10th at the Berkeley Institute. If you are interested in participating, the organizers are providing “full and free training”. You can contact TRFC@logic.bm or 504-4734 for... Read more of this article

Gale Warning Cancelled At Noon

[Updated] The Gale Warning issued yesterday by the Bermuda Weather Service remains in effect this morning [Jan.4], with the forecast saying, “High pressure will slowly build behind the departing low, with strong winds easing through the day, becoming moderate this afternoon and light tonight. “Occasional showers will persist through the... Read more of this article

Videos: 2012 Miss Bermuda Trailers

Organisers say contestants hoping to be crowned 2012′s Miss Bermuda will get the opportunity to improve both their self-confidence while also serving as an ambassador for the island at the international Miss World competition. Registration for the Miss Bermuda Pageant began on New Year’s Day and is scheduled to run until January 15. Version... Read more of this article