Archive for December, 2012
Photos/Videos: New Cabinet Ministers Sworn In
[Updated with videos] Premier Craig Cannonier appointed twelve new Cabinet Ministers who were all sworn in by Governor George Fergusson earlier today [Dec 20]. Some portfolios were shuffled from the positions held in the previous administration, with tourism teamed with transport, while economic development and home affairs are stand-alone ministries. Two... Read more of this article
Webcast Replay: Cabinet Ministers Sworn In
[Updated] The new Cabinet Ministers will be sworn-in at Government House at 5.30pm this afternoon [Dec 20]. The actual appointments remain unknown at this time, and will be announced at the swearing in. The 18 MPs Premier Cannonier has to choose from are: Kenneth Bascome, Nandi Davis, Suzann Roberts-Holshouser, Sylvan Richards, Cole Simons, Trevor Moniz,... Read more of this article
CellOne Helps Ease Seniors’ Holiday Burden
CellOne today [Dec 20] answered the call of the Phenomenal Women’s Association by donating $3000 to their Annual Christmas Wish List in support of Senior Citizens. CellOne partnered with Kristy ‘Miss Thang’ Burgess, Founder and President of the Phenomenal Women’s Association who this year are focusing their efforts on struggling Seniors. “We’ve... Read more of this article
U.S. Escapee Bragged About Bermuda Move
Two convicted bank robbers have escaped from an Illinois prison, and one of them reportedly bragged about a plan he had to move to Bermuda. The escapees are Kenneth Conley, 38, who was facing 20 years, and Jose Banks, 37, who was facing an 80-year sentence. Conley was the one who bragged about moving to Bermuda. The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward... Read more of this article
Fire Service Responds To “Glowing” Wires
[Updated] While numerous firefighters were battling the blaze at the old Canadian Hotel, additional personnel from the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to the Town Hill, Smith’s area at approximately 10.30pm last night [Dec 19]. On arrival there was no fire but they found an section of wires extending from a utility pole that were... Read more of this article
Fire Causes Reid Street Traffic Restriction
[Updated] The section of Reid Street between King Street and Court Street has been closed to motorists and pedestrians until further notice, while the structure of the old Canadian Hotel building is addressed following last night’s fire. A police spokesperson said: “Motorists and pedestrians are advised that until further notice the section... Read more of this article
BHI Hosts Student Roundtable/Networking Event
On Tuesday evening, Bermuda Hospitality Institute hosted over 4 dozen students, parents and industry professionals at the Annual Student Roundtable & Networking event which took place at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess. The passion the guest speakers have for the hospitality industry exuded from each of them as they connected with students eager... Read more of this article
Johnson Appoints Air Care: ABCS For Bermuda
Johnson Controls, today [Dec 20] said that it has appointed Air Care as the Authorised Building Control Specialist [ABCS] for Bermuda. As the ABCS for Johnson Controls Building Efficiency in Bermuda, Air Care will promote, sell, install and provide local support for Johnson Controls products. Air Care will have direct access to the equipment, pricing... Read more of this article
Tribute Paid To Former UBP MP Anita Smith
Former Opposition Leader and St George’s MP Kim Swan paid tribute to Anita Smith, who died recently at age 95. Mrs Smith was elected to Parliament for the United Bermuda Party in 1968, and represented St. George’s North from 1968 to 1980. Mr Swan said: “Cindy and I mourn the passing of former St. George’s Member of Parliament... Read more of this article
Lancashire Estimates Sandy Cost At $40-60M
Bermuda-based Lancashire Holdings Limited estimates the net impact on its fourth quarter financial results from Sandy is likely to be in a range of between $40 million and $60 million. This preliminary loss estimate has been derived from a combination of market data and assumptions, provisional loss advices, limited client loss data and modelled loss... Read more of this article
Partner Re Expect $240M Loss From Sandy
Bermuda-based PartnerRe Ltd. said they expect to record a charge of between $200 million and $240 million, pre-tax, net of retrocession and reinstatement premiums, in its fourth quarter 2012 results, related to Superstorm Sandy. The Company estimates that the majority of its losses will come from accounts with commercial line exposures. A number of... Read more of this article
Tributes Pour In For Nurse Rachael Andrade
Tributes have poured in after Department of Health nurse and Breast Cancer Awareness Advocate Rachael Andrade lost her battle with cancer on Saturday – the day of her 51st birthday. Mrs Andrade was born in Paisley, Scotland and did her general midwifery studies at Perth College of Nursing and Midwifery in Scotland, and earned a bachelor of nursing... Read more of this article
