Archive for May, 2014
Govt. Voicemail Not Operational Following Storm
The lightning storm this past weekend damaged hardware components associated with the Government voice mail system, resulting in the voice mail for 295-5151 being out of order. Photo of this weekend’s lightning storm shot by Daniel Hetzel from Hinson’s Island A spokesperson said, “Due to the lightning damage to the Government telephone... Read more of this article
Gilbert Institute To Hold Fundraising Fun Day
The Gilbert Institute Primary School is getting set to host a fundraising Community Fun Day on Friday, June 6, with children able to enjoy a variety of games and activities in the name of supporting a good cause. The promotional flyer said, “The Gilbert Institute will hold its Community Fun Day on Friday, June 6, 2014 from 4.00pm through 8.00pm... Read more of this article
Man Injured In 2 Vehicle Southampton Collision
A 45 year old Southampton man is in stable condition following an accident yesterday afternoon in Southampton. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2:45pm on Wednesday, May 28th first responders were dispatched to a reported two vehicle collision at the junction of Middle Road and Alton Hill in Southampton. “It appears that a motorcycle was... Read more of this article
New Warwick Academy Program For 4 Yr Olds
Warwick Academy will introduce a new Reception Year for 4 year-olds in September 2015, which they said will “provide a sound foundation for future academic, creative and physical development and success.” Principal Maggie McCorkell stated: “After a great deal of strategic planning and time spent gathering community and stakeholder feedback,... Read more of this article
Masterworks To Host Unique Sky Gazer Exhibit
Masterworks is getting set to host an exhibit called “Sky Gazer” that will showcase the works of Alan Smith, most of which features male nudes set against the Bermuda sky. Additional works, including poems and crafted songs, will serve to accentuate the visual presentation. A spokesperson said, “Please join us for an exhibit opening... Read more of this article
Principal’s Honours Students At CedarBridge
Leading the Bermuda Youth Orchestra, completing and Passing Chemistry A in one year and competing in the CARIFTA Games are some of the proud accomplishments of the winners of the Principal’s Honours at CedarBridge Academy. In order to achieve the distinction of Principal’s Honours, students much achieve an overall average grade of 90% and above.... Read more of this article
BFIS Hosts Students For Insurance Programme
16 Bermudian students focused on careers in insurance have seized the opportunity to participate in this summer’s BFIS ‘Intro-to-Insurance’ Intern Programmes in either Bermuda, London, Chicago, or Atlanta. A spokesperson said, “Now in its 14th year, the three week Bermuda programme started on May 27, 2014 and covers all aspects of the insurance... Read more of this article
BASA Short Course Swimming Records Updated
The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association have updated their Short Course Meter Records, following the Best of BEST 3rd Swim Meet held here in Bermuda, the Mallards Spring Splash held in Canada and the Mallards Swim team Class II Time Trial Meet held in Canada. Best of BEST 3rd Meet Jack Harvey is now the 9 and 10 Boys 50m Butterfly recored holder after... Read more of this article
Poll Results: Voters Split On Cannabis Reform
According to a recent poll by Profiles of Bermuda, one-third of voters [33.8%] felt that people using small amounts of marijuana should not face legal punishment [or decriminalisation], while a similar amount [33.1%] felt that marijuana should be legalised as long as government regulated it. Just over one-quarter of voters [27.4%], however, felt that... Read more of this article
BIOS Training Opportunity For Oceanographers
For aspiring oceanographers, few experiences offer more opportunities for practical, hands-on training than working at sea aboard a research vessel. This “shipboard experience” gives early-career ocean scientists valuable insight into the logistics required to plan and execute a successful research cruise, as well as the realities of conducting... Read more of this article
5 Gyres To Study Ocean Plastics Off Bermuda
On the heels of a successful plastic microbead campaign and four years of sailing the world’s oceans to complete the first global assessment of microplastics, the 5 Gyres Institute is returning to Bermuda to embark on a new mission to survey microplastics in the North Atlantic Subtropical Gyre and the subpolar ‘Viking Gyre’, yet to be studied... Read more of this article
Whitney Class of 1984 To Hold 30th Reunion
The Whitney Institute High School Class of 1984 will be celebrating its 30th high school reunion on Saturday, May 31, 2014 at the Waterlot Restaurant’s Wharf in Southampton at 6.30pm, bringing together classmates for an evening of remembering and reminiscing. The event is open to all Whitney graduates of the class of 1984, with a smart casual dress... Read more of this article
