Archive for August, 2014
Premier Meets “Bermuda Salute” Soca Artists
This afternoon [Aug 29], at the invitation of Spectrum Global Entertainment, the Premier and Minister of National Security, Michael Dunkley met with the musical artists who will be performing in tomorrow’s Bermuda Salute concert at Tiger Bay. The Premier met with soca artist Destra Garcia, also known as the “Queen of Bacchanal” and Konshens Do... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Aug 29 2014
Today [Aug 29] saw the close of the BSX’s week finish with 2,680 shares traded on the day, valued at $15,341.20. 1,880 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing at $1.99 per share, even on the day. The other 800 shares were traded by Somers Limited, which closed at $14.50 per share, up 5.5% on the day. The BSX finished the week... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Saturday August 30
Saturday, August 30 is expected to see showers and thundershowers in the morning, followed by a few lingering showers in the afternoon, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be from the ENE at 15 to 30 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise... Read more of this article
Three Regiment Soldiers To Train In Kenya
[Updated] Earlier today [Aug 29] the Premier and Minister of National Security, Michael Dunkley welcomed three members of the Bermuda Regiment to the Cabinet Office. The Officers are embarking for Kenya this weekend. Lt. Paolo Odoli, CSgt Jason Smith, and Sgt Dejion Stange will be travelling to the African nation for two months to participate in extensive... Read more of this article
Government House Gardens Close To Public
The opening of Government House Gardens to the public each Sunday afternoon from 12.00pm to 5.00pm comes to an end this Sunday [Aug 31], making for the last opportunity for the public to visit them this season. The grounds have been open since April 27 and have been enjoyed by many residents and visitors alike since. The Governor, Mr George Fergusson,... Read more of this article
‘Transforming Community One Person At A Time’
The Mirrors Open House was held today [August 29] which recognized some of the “voices of the community, transforming our community one person at a time.” Minister of Community, Culture and Sports Wayne Scott said, “The Mirrors Programme began in 2007 and since then the organization has worked with more than 2000 adults and almost 750 youth.... Read more of this article
VSB To Cease Channel 11 TV Broadcasting
[Updated] Saying they “cannot continue to operate with continued losses,” DeFontes will cease to broadcast VSB Channel 11 effective August 31, 2014. The decision will leave result in three full-time staff, and eight part-time workers, all Bermudian, losing their jobs. A statement from the company said, “After considerable thought... Read more of this article
Man Denies Possessing Over $25K Of Drugs
Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning [Aug 29], a 30 year old denied possessing over $25,000 of illegal drugs. Kevin Majors pleaded not guilty to possessing cocaine intended for supply, with the amount said to be 77.13 grams with a value of $23,000; possessing cannabis intended for supply, with the amount said to be 52.55 grams with a value of... Read more of this article
Man Charged With Assaulting Female Lawyer
In Magistrates Court this morning [Aug 29], Steve Symonds, 59, was remanded into custody until next month after he faced charges relating to an alleged incident with lawyer Ms. Georgia Marshall, on August 28, 2014. Because the charges were indictable and can only be tried in Supreme Court, Mr. Symonds was not required to enter a plea. Answering queries... Read more of this article
Man Denies Assaulting Senator Jeff Baron
In Magistrates Court this morning [Aug 29], a 46-year-old man pleaded not guilty to charges involving an alleged interaction with Senator Jeff Baron on August 27, 2014 at Swizzle Inn. Victor Johnston pleaded not guilty to unlawfully assaulting Senator Jeffrey Baron [pictured] and causing him bodily harm, and to unlawfully damaging a shirt belonging... Read more of this article
Tourism Authority Increases Digital Marketing
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has a decidedly more digital marketing strategy to attract visitors to the island, a new quarterly report reveals. The BTA said, “In the second quarter of 2014 – the first quarter of operation for the BTA – 82 percent of all marketing was online, a 26 percent increase over the previous quarter. “Most... Read more of this article
Junior Fishing Tournament Set For Aug 31
With a much improved weather forecast for this weekend, the Bermuda Anglers Club has revealed that its Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday, August 31, 2014. A spokesperson said, “Competitors will start fishing at 8.30am and the weigh station will be open from 3.00pm to 5.00pm west of the Flagpole on Front Street. With 150 children... Read more of this article
