Archive for November, 2014
Minister Updates On National Office For Seniors
Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 28], Minister of Health, Seniors & Environment Jeanne Atherden provided an update on the the National Office for Seniors and the Physically Challenged. Minister Atherden said, “While there has been some recent press coverage relating to the operations of the National Office for Seniors and the... Read more of this article
Bermuda Swimming Delegation In Doha, Qatar
This week marks the 16th annual Short Course World Swimming Championships in Doha, Qatar, and the Bermudian Delegation is being led by two-time Olympian Roy-Allan Burch and Julian Fletcher at the Senior level and Richard Goodwin is attending as coach. Mr Goodwin said, “It is incredible to see our athletes perform at such a high level. With the... Read more of this article
A.M. Best Affirms Ratings Of PMG Assurance
Ratings company A.M. Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- [Excellent] and the issuer credit rating of “a-” of PMG Assurance Ltd. [PMG] [Bermuda]. The outlook for both ratings is negative. A statement from the rating company said, “The ratings reflect PMG’s excellent capitalization, historically strong operating performance... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Sunday November 30
Sunday, November 30 is expected to be mostly sunny, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be from the NNE at 15 to 30 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will be at 7.01am and sunset will be at 5.13pm. High tide will be at 2.35am and... Read more of this article
Nahki Wells & Reggie Lambe’s Teams Lose
Nahki Wells and Huddersfield Town and Reggie Lambe and Mansfield Town lost their matches today [Nov 29], with Huddersfield losing 1-0 to Bolton, and Mansfield going down 3-0 to Luton. Reggie Lambe & Mansfield Town Lambe started the game and was taken off in the 76th minute. The club’s match report said Mansfield Town were unable to stop Luton... Read more of this article
Photos: “Christmas By The Sea” Gift Market
The “Christmas by the Sea” art & craft market was held today [Nov 29] at the Pier 6 Complex on Front Street with a variety of vendors offering their locally made wares. Organisers Cindy Mitchell and Deanne DeSilva are regular Harbour Night vendors, so the thought of hosting the market was a natural progression. Vendors lined the room... Read more of this article
UN International Day Of Persons With Disabilities
December 3rd United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities and the observance of the day in Bermuda will be led by the National Office for Seniors and the Physically Challenged [NOSPC], Health, Seniors and Environment Minister Jeanne Atherden on Friday [Nov 28] in the House of Assembly. Minister Atherden said, “By highlighting... Read more of this article
Equestrian: Kijuan Minors Finishes 6th In Florida
Bermuda’s Kijuan Minors competed in the Equestrian Sport Productions CSI 2* Holiday & Horses in Florida yesterday [Nov 28], placing 6th out of a field of 39 starters. Competing at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, Minors and his horse and Matana competed in the 1.40m, recording a clear round time of 75.757 to claim... Read more of this article
BSSF Middle School Girls Volleyball Results
Mount Saint Agnes completed the Middle School double after defeating Saltus Grammar School in the Middle School Girls Volleyball Tournament on their home floor. Mount Saint Agnes defeated the defending champions Saltus Grammar School 25-19 after a late surge broke an 18-18 deadlock. Mount Saint Agnes One had earlier defeated Warwick Academy One 25-6... Read more of this article
Photos: Wild Wing Wednesday Grand Opening
[Updated with video] Following their recent soft launch, Wild Wing Wednesday — a new eatery on Parsons Road in Pembroke — held their official grand opening today [Nov 29], with a host of people including MP Michael Weeks, MP Sylvan Richards, Senator Diallo Rabain, BEDC Chairman Nick Kempe and Pastor Harold Lambe all present to help celebrate... Read more of this article
Opposition In ‘Full Support Of Minister’s Position’
The Opposition is in “full support” of the position Finance Minister Bob Richards has taken in regards to the UK’s request pertaining to a beneficial ownership public registry, Opposition Leader Marc Bean said in the House of Assembly yesterday [Nov 29]. In 2013, the G7 — which consists of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan,... Read more of this article
Young Life Bermuda Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Young Life Bermuda is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an alumni reception. All camp and club alumni, former and current committee members, trustees, volunteers, and club leaders are invited to join them at BUEI on Tuesday, December 2nd, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, to celebrate this milestone. This reception will offer all those with Young Life at heart... Read more of this article
