Archive for May 22nd, 2012
Minister: Seeking ‘Right Balance’ On Work Permits
The Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Patrice Minors today [May 22] offered the following regarding the recently released Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers’ [ABIR] survey. Minister Minors, who is the substantive Minister responsible for work permit matters, said, “I want to assure both the local and international business sectors... Read more of this article
Guest Make-Up Artist At Gibbons Company
Gibbons Company is hosting an international make-up artist today [May 22], showcasing the Black|Up cosmetic line, a luxury makeup line from France. “Mix and mingle while we crack the bubbly for an exclusive make-up event, featuring an international Black|Up make-up artist, skilled in the dynamics of ethnic skin,” said the event promo. “Learn... Read more of this article
Chamber Of Commerce Responds to ABIR Report
The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce has added its support to the conclusions of the Bermuda Economic Impact Survey, which was recently released by the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Resinsurers [ABIR]. “The fact that employment in the International Business sector has been in decline since 2007 is borne out by the Chamber’s own research, and by... Read more of this article
TNT & Victor Scott Parents Start Legal Action
Legal proceedings by both the TN Tatem and Victor Scott School’s Parent Teacher Associations seeking to challenge the transfer of various principals in the public education system is expected to begin at 11am today [May 22] in the Supreme Court. A statement released on behalf on the two groups said; “On 16 May 2012, both the T N Tatem Middle... Read more of this article
Teens Charged With Stealing Motorcycle
Two teenagers appeared in Magistrates Court yesterday [May 21] charged with stealing a motorcycle. Shenrico Ottley and Kyle Smith — both 18 years old — pleaded not guilty to taking a motorcycle without consent of the owner. The incident was alleged to have happened on May 18. Both defendants were given $1,000 bail with one surety and ordered... Read more of this article
Italy Quake: Insured Losses Estimated At $126M
The insured losses from Sunday’s [May 20] 6.0 magnitude earthquake in Italy are expected to be around than $126 million, according to catastrophe modelling firm EQECAT. The earthquake struck about 22 miles north of the city of Bologna in the northern Italian region of Emilia–Romagna on 20 May 2012 at 4:03am local time. The death toll has risen... Read more of this article
Minister: Foster Parents Are ‘Unsung Heroes’
The Ministry of Youth, Families, & Sports, in conjunction with The Department of Child & Family Services hosted an Appreciation Luncheon for Bermuda’s Foster Parents this weekend at the Hamilton Princess. Minister Glenn Blakeney attended the event and said, “We acknowledge and recognize that foster parents play a vital role in the... Read more of this article
Video/Photos: Powerboat Racing At Ferry Reach
Powerboat Racing action at Ferry Reach on Sunday [May 20] saw Stephen Bridges and Aaron Sims win the S Class race with Lavone Seymour and Carmeron Harris finishing second. Ryan and Steven Davidge powered D33 to victory in the Class, while Quincy Dowling finished second. Shane Furbert won the E Class with Henry Talbot and Howard Ascento winning the... Read more of this article
Video/Results: Bacardi Cycling Time Trial
The Bermuda Bicycle Association held their Bacardi Time Trial on Sunday morning [May 20] with Z’Dao Dill winning the Male 10 and Under race clocking a time of 6:05.5, Micah Cook finished second with a time of 6:30.4 and Manning Smith finished third with a time of 7:44.9. Kaz Godfrey won the 7.8 Mile Distance with a time of 23:51.8, Matthew Olivera... Read more of this article
‘Erratic Driving’ Results In Two DUI Arrests
Two car drivers were arrested this weekend after police witnessed them driving in an erratic manner. Both drivers are expected to appear in court on charges. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2am on Sunday May 20th, police on mobile patrol along Pender Road in Sandys noticed a car that was travelling erratically. Officers pursued the vehicle... Read more of this article
Minister To Attend UN Seminar On Decolonization
Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Kim Wilson will represent Bermuda at a decolonization conference in Ecuador later this month. The United Nations Pacific Regional Seminar on the implementation of the Third International Decade for the Eradication of Colonialism in Quito, Ecuador takes place from 30 May to 1 June, 2012. And it is anticipated... Read more of this article
Golf: BPGA Stroke Play Championship Day #1
The Bermuda Professional Golf Association Stroke Play Championships got underway yesterday [May 21] in wet and windy conditions. The tournament favourites did produce some respectable scores with defending champion Dwayne Pearman taking the 18 hole lead with a 71(+1). Pearman was his always consistent self with a round of 2 birdies and 3 bogies, and... Read more of this article
