Archive for November, 2013
Toys For Tots: Help Every Child Enjoy Christmas
The Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty Toys for Tots Campaign, now in its 11 successful year, is well underway. With less than a week left until the campaign is due to come to a close, organizers Cratonia Smith and Sarah Faiella are hoping that the entire community will band together and support this worthy cause. The campaign launched on November 4 and... Read more of this article
Education Paper Submission Deadline Extended
The Ministry of Education has extended the deadline for submissions for the Inclusive and Special Education Discussion Paper: Getting It Right for Every Child to December 13th, 2013. The discussion paper and a summary document can be viewed here. Submissions can be emailed to educationconsultation@moed.bm. Persons can also pose questions or give oral... Read more of this article
Bowling Results: Second Spring Seniors
In Second Spring Seniors Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Last Minutes go down 3 – 1 to the Last Pin, the Islanders drew 2 – 2 with the Tigers, the Blue Angels fell 3 – 1 to the New Comers. The Pinsplitters defeated Old ‘N Kickin 3 – 1 and the game between Go Get It and the Drifters ended 2 – 2. Men’s Handicap... Read more of this article
Airport Runway Project Completed ‘On-Budget’
The Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Shawn Crockwell has announced the completion of the first phase of the Airport Runway project, following seven months of work and a cost of $4.9 million. “Airport Operations has completed the first phase of this major capital project both on time and on budget. The result is a first class airfield... Read more of this article
Photos: Berkeley Institute Hosts Prize Ceremony
The Berkeley Institute held a prize ceremony yesterday [Nov 28] that honoured staff and students who excel in adding to the school’s educational culture, with speeches and song accompanying the proceedings. The event opened with a processional lead by Mr. John Woolridge, the school’s music teacher, followed by an opening prayer given by... Read more of this article
Video: KPMG Celebrates ‘Make a Difference Day’
On Monday, November 25, 2013, KPMG in Bermuda closed their office doors to hold their annual Make a Difference Day [MaDD] in support of Outward Bound. Outward Bound holds educational courses on Paget Island and is responsible for maintaining the property which is operated by the charity. As part of KPMG’s ongoing commitment to serve the community,... Read more of this article
Consumer Price Index: Inflation Decreased 0.2%
The rate of inflation decreased 0.2 percentage points from the 1.8% recorded in September 2013, according to the most recent Consumer Price Index which was released on Wednesday [Nov 27] by the Department of Statistics. Consumers paid 1.6% more in October 2013 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price... Read more of this article
Man Charged: Sex Assault Of Bermuda Woman
A 32-year-old British tourist in Australia has been charged with having sexual intercourse without consent with a then-21-year-old Bermuda woman he met at beachside bar on January 22, 2012. Gregory Charles Cox, 32, has pleaded not guilty to the charges the Australia’s 9 News reported. The report says that Crown Prosecutor Elizabeth Wilkins SC... Read more of this article
Live Blog: 2013 Black Friday Sales, Crowds
[Updated] Lines are already forming this evening [Nov 28] as locals prepare to take advantage of this year’s Black Friday sales, with Digicel opening at 9pm tonight, CellOne at midnight, while the Annex, Brown & Co, the Phoenix and P-Tech will open at 4am, Gibbons Company will open at 5am, Coopers at 6am and other stores will also be getting... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Friday November 29
Friday, November 29 is expected to be overcast with a chance of rain, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F, and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be from the NNE at 30 to 40 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. The sunrise will be at 7.00am and sunset will be at 5.13pm. High... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 28 2013
Today [Nov 28] saw no shares trade on the BSX. The BSX closed at 1,148.72, even with yesterday’s close. There was 0 advance, 1 decline, and 75 remain unchanged. The full report from the BSX is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 6 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 5 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article
Premier And Ministers Conclude Meetings In UK
Premier Craig Cannonier said this week’s visit to the UK to participate in the annual Joint Ministerial Council [JMC] meetings was fruitful, and the Government said Minister Michael Fahy pressed for a guarantee that Bermudians would have access to emergency travel passports under the intended new system. The Premier, along with the Minister of Home... Read more of this article
