Archive for September, 2014
Police Appeal For City Altercation Witnesses
Police are appealing for witnesses to the altercation on Front Street at around 3.30am yesterday [Sept 29], which left several people injured, including one person in the ICU after being injured as a result of a stabbing. A police spokesperson said, “At last check the 25 year old Hamilton parish man who was apparently stabbed during an altercation... Read more of this article
Minister, Shadow On Purchase Of Newstead
Both Minister of Tourism & Transport Shawn Crockwell and Shadow Tourism Minister Zane Desilva have commented on the news that Larry Doyle has purchased Newstead and Belmont Hills. Minister Crockwell said, “This is great news. These are two great properties and will be significant as we continue to revitalize Bermuda tourism.” The Minister said... Read more of this article
Convoy Display Of Over 28 Police Vehicles
The Bermuda Police Service is celebrating 135 years of policing in our community and for the last nine months they have been highlighting this milestone with a number of community events throughout the year. A spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, October 1st 2014, we will be hosting a police convoy display which will consist of over 28 vehicles representing... Read more of this article
UK Govt. Update Site After Chikungunya Case
[Updated: UK website corrects info] Following the confirmation of a case of Chikungunya in Bermuda, the United Kingdom’s official Government website updated their section providing travel advice about Bermuda. The update was made earlier today [Sept 30], and said: “Cases of Chikungunya virus have been reported in Bermuda. You should take... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 30 2014
Today [Sept 30] saw a volume of 48,400 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $107,600.00 BD. 45,700 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing at an even $2.00 per share. The other 2,700 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing at an even $6.00 per share. The BSX closed at 1,391.03, up 0.50% on the day.... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Wednesday October 1
Wednesday, October 1 is expected to be cloudy early, with thunderstorms developing later in the day, 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 SW at 15 to 30 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 7.12am and sunset will... Read more of this article
Airport Evacuated After Fire Alarm Activation
There was a full evacuation of the terminal building at L.F. Wade International Airport this afternoon [Sept 30] after a fire alarm was activated at 2.27pm. A spokesperson said, “Construction personnel carrying out work at the L.F. Wade International Airport inadvertently set off the fire alarm at 2:27 pm this afternoon, resulting in a full evacuation... Read more of this article
46 Year Old Troy Robinson Dies After Collision
[Updated] The police have confirmed that a 46 year old St. Georges man has died following a road traffic collision that took place yesterday [Sept 29] on North Shore Road in Hamilton parish. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of a 46 year old St. Georges man who died as a result of a road traffic... Read more of this article
Video: Saltus To Host International Tournament
Saltus Grammar School is set to host a football tournament on October 16th–18th, with over 20 teams from overseas scheduled to attend, bringing hundreds of visitors to the island. Games will be played at the the National Sports Centre field, the Bermuda Football Association field, Bermuda Athletic Association field and Saltus field. The opening ceremony... Read more of this article
Blackburn Relocates, Aims For 2016 Olympics
Aiming to qualify for the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro in 2016, Lisa Blackburn has decided to relocate to Ottawa, Ontario and to focus solely on her swim training for the next 2 years. Having resigned from her full time professional position, Ms. Blackburn is now able to focus 100% on all of the necessary pillars of her sport. Ms. Blackburn said, “I... Read more of this article
Photos: “Save The Shelter” Supporters Gather
Supporters of the Centre Against Abuse gathered this morning [Sept 30] in a mini demonstration on East Broadway to “Save the Shelter”. Juliana Snelling organized the event to support the Centre Against Abuse, and about thirty people attended with many commuters waving, flashing their lights and tooting their horns in support. Mark Anderson –... Read more of this article
Meeting Of Interpol Specialists Underway
[Updated] The 32nd meeting of Interpol Specialists Group on Crimes Against Children got underway this morning [Sept 30], with Premier Michael Dunkley saying that Bermuda is “proud to be the venue for discussions on a matter that all our communities care deeply about.” The Interpol Specialist Group on Crimes against Children [ISGCAC] is an... Read more of this article
