Archive for November, 2013

Recalling Mark Twain’s Time In Bermuda

Mark Twain — who famously remarked “You go to heaven if you want to, I’d rather stay right here in Bermuda” — was born 178 years ago today [Nov 30]. Born Samuel Langhorne Clemens in 1835, his pen name Mark Twain came from the call steamboat navigators used for the two-fathom mark when taking depth soundings on the Mississippi. Between... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Sunday December 1

Sunday, December 1 is expected to be overcast with a chance of rain, then a chance of a thunderstorm and rain in the afternoon, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be from the ESE at 30 to 45 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. The sunrise... Read more of this article

Accidents On Crow Lane & South Road Paget

Emergency services attended two collisions this afternoon [Nov 30] in the central area, one on Crow Lane and the other on South Road in Paget. At approximately 4.15pm there was a collision on Crow Lane near the junction with Lane Hill involving two cars. – Fire Service EMTs and ambulance personnel were seen to attend to the occupants of both... Read more of this article

Day #5 Results: Squash Club Championships

The fifth day of the 2013 BCS Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club Championships took place at the Devonshire Club. In Men’s Open Semi Finals Micah Franklin defeated Andrew Robinson 11-4, 11-5, 11-0, In Ladies Open Semi Finals Laura Robinson defeated Grace Edy 11-7, 11-2, 11-8, In Men’s Veterans Semi Finals Murray Brewer defeated Tony Muldoon... Read more of this article

24 Yr Old Uthmani Talbot Dies After Collision

[Updated with audio] 24 year old Uthmani Talbot died this morning [Nov 30] following a motorcycle collision on Harrington Sound Road. A police spokesperson said, “At 3:20am first responders attended a report of a road traffic collision on Harrington Sound Road 400 meter east of Harrington Sound Primary. “It appears that a 24 year old Smith’s... Read more of this article

SAGE Report: PLP To Host 2 More Town Halls

Following their initial meeting on Wednesday [Nov 27] at St Paul’s AME, the PLP will be continuing their series of Town Hall meetings on the Spending and Government Efficiency [SAGE] report this upcoming week. The recent SAGE Report recommended a raft of cost cutting measures including raising the retirement age to 68, possible privatization of some... Read more of this article

Audio: Premier Defends Bermuda On UK’s BBC

While being interviewed on the UK’s BBC, Premier Craig Cannonier had some strong words for a UK tax campaigner, telling him he doesn’t have the right to impose what he believes is right on Bermuda. During his recent trip, Premier Cannonier sat down to do an interview with BBC News along with War on Want’s Senior Campaigns Officer Murray... Read more of this article

Snowy Owl Spotted Perched On Bermuda Roof

A Snowy Owl was seen by a group of Rubis workers on Thursday on top of an oil storage tank, and it was later found on a house roof near Gibbs Hill lighthouse by Tim Brewer, and photographed by Andrew Dobson. A post on the Bermuda Audubon Society’s Facebook page asked people to continue to report sightings, and noted: “There have only been... Read more of this article

Road Works Create Traffic Issues In Hamilton

At 10.45am this morning [Nov 30], the police said there is “serious gridlock” in the City of Hamilton as a result of road works, and asked the motoring public to avoid Reid Street if possible and also warned to expect delays if traveling into the City. A police spokesperson said, “Due to apparent roadwork along Parliament Street, motorists... Read more of this article

Appleby Advises Credit Suisse On Issuance

Law firm Appleby acted as both Bermuda and BVI counsel to Credit Suisse AG, Singapore Branch [Credit Suisse] in connection with a two tranche [US$50 million and further US$70 million] convertible bond issuance by Bermuda incorporated Hong Kong listed Goldpoly New Energy Holdings Limited [Goldpoly]. Credit Suisse acted as arranger and one of the purchasers... Read more of this article

Somersfield PTA Host Peddlers Market Today

The Parent Teacher Association at Somersfield Academy will be hosting their annual flea market sale today [Nov 30] at the school’s Middle Road, Devonshire location. The event takes place from 10am – 2pm and will go forward rain or shine organisers said. A car wash, food concessions, ice cream and baked goods will also be available and a... Read more of this article

Smith Continues Winning Ways In Bahamas

Tyler Smith continued taking part in the Goombay Splash Bowl Junior Tennis Tournament in the Bahamas. Smith is competing in both the Girls Under 18 Singles and Doubles Divisions. Smith advanced to the Quarter-Finals after she defeated Paris Corley from the United States of America in straight sets 7 – 5, 6 – 3. Smith then teamed up with Nia Rose... Read more of this article