Archive for May, 2012
Accident Involving Two Cars On North Shore
Just past 10am this morning [May 29] there was an accident involved two cars on North Shore Road in Flatts, outside the Aquarium. Traffic was delayed for a while while emergency personnel tended to the car occupants, with fire, police and the ambulance service attending. At least one person was injured, possibly two, receiving what we unofficially understand... Read more of this article
OBA: ‘Premier Owes Explanation Of PHC Lease’
Shadow Education Minister Dr. Grant Gibbons has called on Premier Paula Cox to provide the taxpayers with an explanation that justifies the PHC Lease Agreement and her ” lack of disclosure surrounding this major commitment of taxpayers’ money.” Dr Gibbons said, “It is apparent from reviewing the structure of Government’s $10-million... Read more of this article
Government Responds: Auditor General’s Comments
Responding to recent comments made by the Auditor General, Cabinet Secretary Donald Scott said the reported comments “suggest a lack of integrity within the civil service and poor governance,” and that “nothing could be further from the truth.” Auditor General Heather Matthews recently told the Royal Gazette she believes civil... Read more of this article
“Paper Cut Outs” Band Win Talent Contest
The band “Paper Cut Outs” were named the winners of the Bermuda Youth Got Talent show yesterday [May 28], receiving $5,000 and iPad2, after they beat over 160 young performers who signed up to show off their talents as part of the contest. These filmed auditions were highlighted over a period of eight weeks during the ZBM nightly news program.... Read more of this article
BUEI Lecture: Oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle
The Sargasso Sea and Bermuda’s important role in conserving this unique marine environment— especially the area within its waters — will be the subject of a lecture this week by world-renowned oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle [pictured]. Dr. Earle will speak at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] on Thursday, May 31. The 76-year-old... Read more of this article
Golf: Pearman Shoots Jack Daniels Record Low
On a perfect day to shoot low scores, Dwayne Pearman did just that today [May 28] at Belmont Hills Golf Course. Pearman toured the course with a 7 birdie round which set the Jack Daniels low round record at 63(-7) to win by 4 shots. Pearman managed the slow greens early with birdies on 2, 4 and 6 to make the turn at 32(-3). At this point Pearman led... Read more of this article
OBA: How Was Company Chosen For Project?
The $36-million Ireland Island housing project was never put to tender and has “all the markings of yet another inside deal,” the One Bermuda Alliance said today [May 28]. “The Government must answer two other questions on this deal: How was the US company chosen for this project and who chose it,” the OBA said. The statement... Read more of this article
First Stage Of Bermuda Mapping Project Complete
The Department of Land Surveys and Registration, under the Ministry of Environment, Planning and Infrastructure Strategy, commissioned an aerial survey of Bermuda, which will be conducted in two parts, with the aim of providing current geographical data of the island. The first requires a specialist survey aircraft to take high resolution aerial photography... Read more of this article
Fairmont Southampton Salute Staff Members
The Fairmont Southampton has recognized 18 employees for their outstanding performance during the months of March and April 2012. In a special ceremony held during the hotel’s All Colleague Luncheon on Wednesday [May 23], Fairmont Southampton employees nominated by guests and coworkers for going above and beyond in their duties were recognized as... Read more of this article
Cadets Prepare For Diamond Jubilee Adventure
The Bermuda Sea Cadets selected to participate in the historic Diamond Jubilee Thames Pageant in London have been working very hard to complete their preparations for the event. Scheduled to depart on Wednesday evening, the work has not slackened for them one bit, and they will be very busy right up to the date of the event itself. The five Cadets... Read more of this article
Palmetto Palm Doll Designed For Queen
A special design of the traditional Bermuda Palmetto Palm Doll has been created for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Well known artisan and tradition-bearer Ronnie Chameau designed the doll that is crafted entirely from palmetto palm leaves as a special gift to Her Majesty Queen on behalf of the people of Bermuda. The palm leaves for the magnificent... Read more of this article
DUI: Six People Arrested On Weekend
Over the weekend, police officers arrested 14 people for outstanding warrants and six people on suspicion of impaired driving. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:20pm on Sunday May 27th, police officers were on mobile patrol along South Road in Paget when they observed a car travelling erratically. Officers caused the car to stop near the... Read more of this article
