Archive for August, 2014

Cannabis Activist Plans Public Rally At OBA HQ

The OBA’s next caucus meeting on Tuesday, September 2, will “meet a rebellion” against a “trick the Government played on gravely ill and dying patients”, says cannabis activist Alan Gordon. Mr. Gordon said that last January, Minister Michael Dunkley “told the public that compassionate cannabis permit applications could be... Read more of this article

Jasmine Spence Joins CP Athletic Development

Talented youth footballer Jasmine Spence has taken on the role of Junior Counselor within the CP Athletic Development training team. CP Athletic Development founder Peter Rickards said, “Handing Jasmine a formal role is part of our young athlete empowerment plan. I have been working with Jasmine in various capacities since she was 5-years-old. “Jasmine... Read more of this article

Police Investigation Into Woman’s Death Ongoing

The police investigation into the death of a 48 year old woman on Wednesday is ongoing, and the 47 year old man taken into police custody has been released on police bail. Around 12.10am on Wednesday [Aug 27] first responders were dispatched to a report of an unresponsive female at an Atlantic View, Southampton residence. The 48-year-old Southampton... Read more of this article

Bermuda Beats Jamaica, Qualifies For Event

Bermuda defeated Jamaica in their semi-final and secured a place in the top three countries in the Boys Division, qualifying for the Masters Event of the International Tennis Federation [ITF] Grand Slam Development Fund [GSDF] 12 and under age group in Mexico later this year. As expected, it was a difficult match up against the Jamaicans. In the number... Read more of this article

Pink Ferry Suspended Due To Mechanical Issue

[Updated] The Ministry of Tourism and Transport advised that “due to a mechanical failure the Pink route [Paget/Warwick] ferry has been suspended until further notice.” Update 1.50pm: The Ministry advised that the pink route ferry has resumed service. Related Stories Blue & Orange Ferry Routes Suspended Blue And Orange Ferry Services... Read more of this article

20 Year Old Killed In UK Road Collision Named

The 20-year-old motorcyclist who was killed in a road accident that reportedly involved a Bermuda driver in the United Kingdom on Sunday [Aug 24] has been identified as William Phillip Frederick Ruewell, of West Chiltington Lane, Billingshurst [pictured left; photo courtesy The Argus]. The 69-year-old Bermuda driver of the car involved in the crash... Read more of this article

Tucker’s Town Cemetery Designation Proposal

After consulting with the Historic Buildings Advisory Committee, the Minister of Home Affairs Michael Fahy said he has “proposed that the Tucker’s Town Cemetery in St. George’s be designated a Grade HM or Historic Monument Listed Building.” A spokesperson said, “The Minister’s decision to proceed with this listing designation... Read more of this article

Report: “Fled To An Exotic Island In Bermuda”

According to a report from the English language Serbian news site Inserbia, “Crown Prince Alexander Karadjordjevic and his wife Katherine fled to an exotic island in Bermuda although their debt for electricity amounts to over six million dinars [69,000 dollars]“. The report said the debt for electricity for White Palace and the Palace where... Read more of this article

Opposition Leader On The Westminster System

[Opinion column written by Opposition Leader Marc Bean] Over the last few months, there has been a growing amount of Bermudians who are openly voicing their opinions on a wide range of topics, such as the economy, social issues, immigration issues and/or cultural differences. Many who speak to us say that it is time for Bermudians to put aside political... Read more of this article

Watson.bm Job Site Introduces New Features

Watson.bm, a website launched in April 2014 aiming to make employment opportunities more accessible for those on the island, is continuing to refine its features and capabilities, aiding both employers and employees in helping to facilitate professional connections. A spokesperson for the online service said, “In response to public demand and... Read more of this article

Bermuda Tennis Players Win In St. Lucia

Rain delayed the start on Day 3 of the 2014 International Tennis Federation/Grand Slam Development Fund English Caribbean Wilson 12 and Under Central America and the Caribbean Tennis Confederation [COTECC] Team Championship Round Robin Stage at the National Tennis Courts in St. Lucia. The rains eased and there was a sufficient break to get some matches... Read more of this article

Butterfields To Compete In Bahrain Ironman

Nikki and Tyler Butterfield have revealed that they will line up for Australia and Bermuda respectively at the new star-studded Bahrain Challenge Half Ironman in December. The race’s $500,000 prize purse has attracted some of the biggest names in long distance racing. According to a report on Challenge-Family.com, “Hundreds of age group... Read more of this article