Archive for September, 2014
Encore Film Screening Of “The Trip To Italy”
A hilarious culinary road trip starring comedians Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon is to be shown a second time after the first screening at the Weekend Film Series was completely sold out. In The Trip to Italy Coogan and Brydon retrace the steps of the Romantic poets’ grand tour of Italy and indulge in some sparkling banter and impersonation-offs. Trailer... Read more of this article
PLP Calls On Government to Assist Centre
“The safety for victims of domestic violence and their children must be a priority and the Government should provide sufficient funding,” Shadow Health Minister Kim Wilson said. Ms. Wilson was speaking in reference to the Centre Against Abuse, a charity which works to support victims of domestic violence. The charity — whose Government... Read more of this article
Opinion: Lynne Woolridge On The Economy
[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Lynne Woolridge] I’m sure there are many people in Bermuda who, like me, learned as children to believe that hard work, thrift, honesty, and patience were the keys to a successful life. Those ethics were at the root of the success of the newly-independent American colonies. Young Americans were taught them in... Read more of this article
Butterfield Introduces First Multi-Currency ATM
The Bank of Butterfield has unveiled the island’s first multi-currency ATM in the newly refurbished international departures lounge at L.F. Wade International Airport. The ATM, which is located airside [past security] outside the British Airways Lounge, dispenses Canadian dollars, Great Britain Pounds and Euros. Sean Lee, Executive Vice President... Read more of this article
Michael Weeks: “Make Our Youth A Priority”
[Opinion column written by PLP MP Michael Weeks] “Don’t tell me where your priorities are. Show me where you spend your money and I’ll tell you what they are.” ~ James W. Frick Since taking office the OBA has taken a series of steps that have impacted our youth and that have created even greater challenges for those young Bermudians... Read more of this article
Tomorrow’s Voices To Host Bounce For Autism
Tomorrow’s Voices Autism Centre is at it again, raising awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorders and Developmental Disabilities. On Saturday, October 4th, Tomorrow’s Voices will host its 4th annual “Bounce for Autism” Fun Day at the Southampton Rangers Sports Club, from 2pm to 8pm. Tomorrow’s Voices would like to invite the community to bring... Read more of this article
Dept: “Schools Are Stocked With Supplies”
The Department of Education said that “schools in the public system are stocked with the required materials and school supplies. Responding to media reports which claimed an unreasonable number of supply shortages, a spokesperson said that the Department “always worked to minimize inconvenience and was sensitive to any problem areas.” The... Read more of this article
Paul Jardine To Speak At Convergence 2014
The Keynote speaker for Convergence 2014 will be Paul Jardine [pictured], Deputy Chairman of of Lloyds, ILS Bermuda Ltd has announced. Mr. Jardine will address the fear of over-capacity in the market, and how the industry can develop products to protect new and emerging risks. He will also outline the increase in demand for insurance and reinsurance... Read more of this article
New Training & Education Program Launches
The Centre on Philanthropy announced the launch of its new Training & Education Curriculum for 2014/2015. Programme Manager, Karen Smith, has led an extensive review and assessment of past workshops and ensured the new curriculum is more relevant and innovative, offering courses that will support the most immediate needs of the non-profit sector. Karen... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 23 2014
Today [Sept 23] saw a volume of 19,992 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $72,666.08 BD. 11,792 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield, staying even at $1.99 per share. The other 8,200 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing down 1.6% at $6.00 per share. The BSX closed at 1,389.97, down 0.06% on the day. There... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Wednesday September 24
Wednesday, September 24 is expected to be clear and sunny, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°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 81%. Sunrise will be at 7.08am and sunset will be at 7.12pm. High tide will be at 9.14am... Read more of this article
Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy Evacuated
The Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy was evacuated today [Sept 23] due what officials described as a “strong, sulphur-like smell.” A Ministry spokesperson said, “The Department of Education this morning took the precautionary measure to evacuate The Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy upon the advice of the environmental officer, after... Read more of this article
