Archive for March, 2013
Video: Mishka, Buffett On “Ocean Is My Potion”
The title track of Bermuda singer/songwriter Mishka’s new EP, “Ocean Is My Potion” – featuring legendary American performer Jimmy Buffett — recently topped the Billboard reggae charts. Mr. Buffett, whose songs have made him synonomous with a laid-back island lifestyle, first met Mishka when he was only four years old. Mishka... Read more of this article
Dead Atlantic Puffins Wash Up On Our Beaches
The Bermuda Audubon Society reported yesterday [Mar. 30] that at least four carcasses of Atlantic Puffins have washed up on the island’s beaches over the last two weeks. Specimens have been found at Tobacco Bay, Cooper’s Island and near Ely’s Harbour. “A live puffin has never been seen in Bermuda but there have been a number of late... Read more of this article
“Peter Pan” Star Winged Her Way To Bermuda
Broadway star Mary Martin was perhaps best known for soaring over theatre audiences when she played the title role in “Peter Pan” — but off-stage she was renowned for winging to Bermuda every time her schedule allowed. The Texas-born theatrical sensation first appeared on Broadway in Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific”,... Read more of this article
2013 Carifta Track & Field Day #1 Report
Bermuda ended the first day of the 2013 Carifta Games in the Bahamas with two silver medals, courtesy of top class performances by Sakari Famous in the high jump and Kyrah Scraders in the 1500m. Bermuda also saw strong showings from Dage Minors and Kerri Furbert, who placed 4th and 5th respectively. Quinn Simmons finished the Under 20 Boys Discus Throw... Read more of this article
Carifta Games: Kyrah Scraders Wins Silver Medal
Bermuda’s young track and field athletes continue to perform well in the Bahamas, with Faheemah “Kyrah” Scraders claiming Bermuda’s second Carifta medal yesterday [Mar 30]. The 16-year-old crossed the line in 4:39.43 to win a silver medal in the Under 17 1500m. She is no stranger to Carifta medal wins, having won a silver medal... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: St George’s PLP Easter Egg Hunt
The Annual PLP Easter Egg Hunt was held yesterday [Mar 30] in Somers Gardens, St. George’s. The event was hosted by Dame Jennifer Smith and Senator Renee Ming. With the help of some teens from the St George’s area, the children were kept busy doing activities such as running, egg-n-spoon races, colouring and the Easter egg hunt. Each child received... Read more of this article
Moore Wins Gold, Washington Claims Bronze
[Updated] Bermuda’s top young swimmers picked up two medals — one gold — on the first day of the 2013 Carifta Swimming Championships in Jamaica, with both Jesse Washington and Madelyn Moore claiming medal wins in record setting style. Madelyn Moore, 12, swam to victory in the 11-12 girls 50m backstroke finals to claim Bermuda’s first... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Sunday March 31
Sunday March 31st is expected to be a mix of sun and cloud with one or two morning showers, with the hi to be near 18°C/65°F, and the low to be 14°C/58°F. The Bermuda Weather Service’s forecast for Sunday says: “Winds west-northwesterly moderate, decreasing light to moderate by noon, backing westerly light to moderate in the afternoon”.... Read more of this article
Photo Set #2: 2013 KiteFest Good Friday Event
Hundreds of people made their way to the Horseshoe Bay Beach in Southampton for the Good Friday [Mar 29] KiteFest event, which was hosted by Chewstick. The day was filled with activities which included kite-flying, a kite competition, musical entertainment, the Gombeys and more. Premier Craig Cannonier, Governor George Fergusson and Environment Minister... Read more of this article
10 Videos: 2013 Good Friday Events Islandwide
Bermudians celebrated Good Friday in a wide range of ways, with many making their way to some of the events being held across the island. There was a variety of activities on offer from traditional Good Friday pastimes like kite flying and eating hot cross buns and fishcakes, to hot dog eating contests and the much anticipated Mohawk Grand Prix Go-Kart... Read more of this article
Photos: Cedar Park Good Friday Fun Day
The Cedar Park Community Board hosted a Good Friday Fun Day at the Prospect Primary School field in Devonshire yesterday [Mar 29]. Area residents young and old came out for the event which included music, a mini cricket game, kite flying, cotton candy, as well as a fishcake and a hot cross bun competition. You can view all our coverage of Good Friday... Read more of this article
Sakari Famous Wins Bermuda’s 1st Carifta Medal
[Updated] Bermuda’s athletes have wasted no time in showing their skills at the 2013 Carifta Games being held in the Bahamas, with Sakari Famous claiming Bermuda’s first medal during the first few hours of competition this morning [Mar 30]. Sakari finished second in the Under 17 Girls High Jump with a jump of 1.65m. Britny Kerr of Jamaica... Read more of this article
