Archive for August, 2014

Day #3: HSBC 2014 International Jr Golf Classic

The final round of the 2014 HSBC Bermuda International Junior Classic took place yesterday [Aug 28] with strong wind conditions. The tournament director Sergio Edness elected the first 6 holes to be played 3 times in order to play a total of 18 holes. The first 6 holes were on the northern side of course which limited the harsh wind conditions partially,... Read more of this article

OneBeacon Declares $0.21 Quarter Dividend

At its regular meeting held on August 26, 2014, Bermuda-based OneBeacon Insurance Group, Ltd. Board of Directors declared a $0.21 per share quarterly dividend, payable in cash on September 26, 2014, to holders of record of Common Shares as of the close of business on September 12, 2014. Related Stories OneBeacon Declares $0.21 Quarter Dividend OneBeacon... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Aug 28 2014

Today [Aug 28] saw a volume of 4,400 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $16,440.00 BD. 1,000 of those shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing at $1.99 per share, even on the day. The other 3,400 shares were traded by KeyTech Ltd, closing at $4.25 per share, down $0.15. The BSX closed at 1,386.61, down 0.13% on... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Friday August 29

Friday, August 29 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be from the west at 15 to 30 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 6.51am and sunset will be at 7.46pm. High tide will be at 11.29am and 11.43pm,... Read more of this article

36 New Teachers Attend Orientation Session

Minister of Education and Economic Development, Dr. Grant Gibbons today opened the Department of Education’s New Teacher Orientation. The Department organized the two-day orientation for 36 new teachers entering the Bermuda public school system and provided presentations on topics such as, curriculum and assessment, student services, mentor programme,... Read more of this article

Police Statement On Incident Involving Senator

[Updated with audio] Following discussions on the radio today about an incident at Swizzle Inn last night involving Senator Jeffrey Baron, the police confirmed that the Senator “was involved in an altercation that resulted in the arrest of a 46 year old St. George’s man on suspicion of having care and control of a motor car while impaired.” A... Read more of this article

Drugs Seized & Two Men Arrested In Sandys

A search warrant executed at a Sandys Parish home today [Aug 28] lead to the arrest of two men after what the police termed a “quantity of drugs” was seized from the residence. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service executed a search warrant at a residence on Beacon Hill Road in Sandys Parish today. “As a result,... Read more of this article

Female Lawyer Assaulted At Supreme Court

A female lawyer was assaulted by a male litigant at the Supreme Court today [Aug 28], and a 59 year old Sandys parish man has been arrested, while the lawyer was taken to the hospital where she is being treated for facial injuries. A police spokesperson said, “Police responded to a report of assault that took place at the Supreme Court today.... Read more of this article

Video: BF&M CEO’s Ice Bucket Challenge

Following up on a group of the company’s employees taking the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, BF&M CEO John Wight has doused himself with ice cold water in the name of promoting awareness of the debilitating disorder, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Before undertaking the challenge, Mr. Wight nominated Darren Johnston of PWC, Will... Read more of this article

$32,500 In Hospitality Scholarships Awarded

In July 2014, the Bermuda Hospitality Institute joined with global cruise vacation company Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. in awarding $32,500 in scholarships to eight young Bermudians who are embarking on hospitality careers. Bermuda Hospitality Institute Executive Director Malika Musson, and Acting Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Patricia... Read more of this article

Photos: Hurricane Cristobal Passes By Bermuda

As Hurricane Cristobal continues on its path north of Bermuda, services on the island continued to operate as normal with passengers arriving at LF Wade International Airport as the sun rose this morning [Aug 28], for their scheduled flights. Sea conditions at the Causeway appeared relatively normal with the South Shore experiencing some swells and... Read more of this article

Larry Marshall: “Nothing But A Red Herring”

[Opinion column written by Larry Marshall Sr.] In reading the most recent release of the so called “Nine Colonels” three words come to mind. They are inconsistency, insincerity, and insensitivity. Each will be addressed accordingly. In this release the group expressed full support for Premier Dunkley’s approach in dealing with conscription. They... Read more of this article