Archive for February, 2013
Nigel Pollard To Captain The BZS Endurance.
Nigel Pollard will serve as the new captain of the Bermuda Zoological Society education vessel “Endurance. ” Mr Pollard brings with him many years of experience as a charter boat captain and he’s very excited to welcome locals and visitors alike on excursions aboard Endurance. “Nigel makes a great addition to the BAMZ/BZS team... Read more of this article
Local Art Galleries Collaborate For Tag Day
Four of the leading art organizations have joined pooled their resources to work together for the good of Bermuda art, and will be hosting a tag day in Hamilton on March 1st. The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard, Bermuda National Gallery, Bermuda Society of Arts and Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art have joined together to express the importance of Keeping... Read more of this article
Gentleman Jack Golf Tour Gets Underway
The Gentleman Jack professional golf tour was yesterday [Feb 26] at the Mid Ocean Club today under cool and windy conditions. The weather may have deterred many from playing the last two months but 7 players braved the elements. Top honors went to Daniel Augustus who was able to keep mistakes to a minimum and fired an 82. Two shots back was Scott... Read more of this article
Photos/Results: Weekend Field Hockey Games
The hockey league saw action up at the National Sports Centre throughout the past weekend with both the men’s and women’s divisions taking to the pitch. Women’s Division: Budgies One 6 Budgies Two 0 The Budgies two teams took to the field for battle with the number one team coming out on top 6-0. Francesca Cacace put the Budgies in the... Read more of this article
Aspen Ltd’s Share Repurchase Agreement
Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited has entered into an Accelerated Share Repurchase [ASR] agreement with Goldman, Sachs & Co. to repurchase an aggregate of $150 million of Aspen’s ordinary shares under an accelerated share repurchase program. From January 1 through February 26, 2013, Aspen also repurchased approximately $47 million of its ordinary... Read more of this article
Photos: Lady Bluebirds vs Datatech Netts
The Bermuda Netball Association’s Senior League Season continued at Bernard Park on Saturday [Feb 24]. The game of the day in the First Division saw Young Men Social Club Lady Bluebirds take on Datatech Netts. It was a battle to the end to see who was going to take first place honors. DataTech Netts with their experience and two teen squad members... Read more of this article
Results: FM Continental Bowling League
The FM Continental Bowling League members played at the Warwick Lanes on Monday [Feb 25] and saw Odd Balls defeat Nifty Rollers 21 – 9. Bermuda Pest Control edged over The Invaders 16 – 14 while Pinjammers doubled their score over New Hope 20 – 10. Quickie Lickie Laundry went down 10.5 – 19.5 against the league leading Cubs and... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Wednesday February 27
Wednesday February 27th is expected to be cloudy, patchy light rain early, showers increasing later, with the hi to be near 21°C/69°F, and the low to be 17°C/63°F. The Bermuda Weather Service’s forecast for Wednesday says: “Winds southerly moderate, increasing southwesterly moderate to strong in the afternoon and evening, with gusts to strong... Read more of this article
Saltus Association To Host Summer Camp Fair
There will be a Summer Camp and Activities Mini Fair featuring local and international camps hosted by the Saltus Associates on Friday [Mar 8] from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Saltus Junior School Hall. Parking is available at Bulls Head. This event is open to the public with free admission and is a great opportunity to learn about the wide variety of summer... Read more of this article
KPMG & BEDC Assist Medium Sized Businesses
On Tuesday, 12th February 2013, KPMG and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] hosted an informative and interactive seminar entitled “Bank Financing in Today’s Environment”. The 3 ½ hour seminar was held at KPMG Offices. KPMG Managing Director Steve Woodward opened the seminar by welcoming the attendees and the panel of speakers. Mr... Read more of this article
Family Centre To Host Fundraiser For Children
The services provided by Family Centre to children and families with serious risk and challenges has greatly increased in recent years, and they are holding a fundraiser to help cover the costs. A spokesperson said, “Fundraising and community support becomes paramount when it comes to ensuring that children and families receive the needed services.... Read more of this article
$14.6 Million Worth Of Drugs Seized In 2012
The 2012 Crime Statistics released today [Feb 26] show there was over 500lbs of illegal drugs seized last year, with an estimated street value exceeding $14 million. An estimated total of 247.4kg [545.4lbs] of controlled drugs with an estimated street value of $14.6 million was seized in 2012. Cannabis was the most common drug, with 235.4kg [519lbs]... Read more of this article
