Archive for January, 2015
Oswego Island Team Squash League Results
It was another packed night at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club, as the new Amateur Team Squash League entered Week 3. This week during the Oswego Island Team Squash League 2015 saw five games decided by the score of 2 – 0. Raw Talent defeated Pocket Ninjas 3-0 in there Diamond League match. Patrick Foster defeated Runa Reta 12-10, 11-8,... Read more of this article
60 Ft Boat Sinks During Recent Heavy Weather
A 60ft cabin cruiser sunk near Cavelho Bay, Somerset recently afyer the vessel’s normal drainage system had been overwhelmed by backwash from shore during the recent heavy weather. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “An off duty Police Sargeant reported a 60ft cabin cruiser sunk near Cavelho Bay, Somerset. Bermuda Maritime... Read more of this article
Lawyers Meet With Chief Justice After Walkout
Following the walkout by some lawyers during the Special Court Sitting last week, representatives of the Criminal Defence Bar said they met with Chief Justice Ian Kawaley and “both parties reaffirmed their shared commitment to promoting the efficient and collaborative operation of Bermuda’s Criminal Justice System in a spirit of mutual respect... Read more of this article
Commercial Bowling League Results
In Commercial Bowling League action at the Warwick Bowl saw Sweet Life defeat the Super Stars 4 – 0, Double Trouble defeated Gard Do It Best 4 – 0, the Spinners defeated Team Unsponsored 4 – 0, while Live Wires defeated B.T.C. 3 – 1. The game between the Braves and BPS Blue Lantern, as well as the game between the Alley Pals and the Sunset both... Read more of this article
Appleby Honoured At Citywealth IFC Awards
Appleby has been named Caribbean Law Firm of the Year, Caribbean Trust Company of the Year at the Citywealth International Financial Centre Awards 2015. The firm was also awarded runner-up as Guernsey Law Firm of the Year at a special event held at the Grange City Hotel in London on January 21, 2015. “This year marks the fourth year running that Appleby... Read more of this article
Digicel Launch Partnership With Music Provider
Digicel Bermuda today [Jan 29] announced an exclusive partnership with the global music streaming provider Rdio, giving Bermuda mobile customers the opportunity to access 32 million music tracks via their smartphones. A spokesperson said, “To mark the launch of this partnership, Digicel has created an innovative suite of postpaid smartphone plans... Read more of this article
Live Updates: Government & Union Dispute
[Updating on Thursday] The Bermuda Trade Union Congress [BTUC] — which is made up of the island’s various trade unions including the BIU, BPSU and BUT — held urgent meetings for all public service employees on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. All public schools will be open today [Thurs, Jan 29], and bus and and ferry service will resume. Summary... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 28 2015
Today [Jan 28] saw a volume of 6,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $15,040.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing at an even $1.99 per share, while the other 5,000 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing up 3.2% at $2.61 per share. The BSX closed at 1,364.08, up 0.03% on... Read more of this article
Thursday: Buses, Ferries To Run & Schools Open
[Updated: Schools will open tomorrow, and buses and ferries will resume service] The Ministry of Education this evening [Jan 28] said they are “happy to report that all public schools are back in session as of Thursday January 29th. Please be advised that classes should be operating as per usual for the remainder of the week.” The Ministry... Read more of this article
Premier: Govt And BTUC Have Agreed To Meet
Premier Michael Dunkley spoke alongside leaders from the Bermuda Trade Union Congress [BTUC] this evening [Jan 28], saying that he was “pleased to announce tonight that the Government and the BTUC have agreed to meet to consider these additional cost savings.” Premier Dunkley said, “The last few days have seen us expressing divided... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Thursday January 29
Thursday, January 29 is expected to see rain showers along with windy conditions, with the high to be near 17°C/63°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be to the NW at 30 to 50 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. Sunrise will be at 7.14am and sunset will be at 5.49pm. High... Read more of this article
Ministry Updates Public On Garbage Collection
The Waste Management Section of the Ministry of Public Works is advising the public that while household garbage remains uncollected, the public is encouraged to take household waste, recycling, and bulky items to the Tynes Bay Public Drop Off facility. A spokesperson said, “The Drop Off facility will extend hours until 7.00pm tonight [Jan 28]... Read more of this article
