Archive for February, 2015
29 Year Old Man Denies Possessing Heroin
Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning [Feb 25], a 29-year-old man denied possessing heroin that was intended for supply. Fiqre Crockwell pleaded not guilty to the charge in August 2013, he was in possession of diamorphine [heroin] that was intended for supply. Prosecutor Susan Mulligan told Magistrate Khamisi Tokunbo that the alleged weight of... Read more of this article
BPW To Host International Women’s Day Brunch
On Sunday, March 8th the Business and Professional Women’s Association of Bermuda [BPW Bermuda] will celebrate International Women’s Day with a brunch where theyt will welcome guest speakers, Julia Pitt and Catherine Burns, who will discuss how “having it all”, can affect a woman’s health. BPW President, Katie Partington Howarth said, “Each... Read more of this article
Mirrors Programme Professional Development
The Mirrors Programme will offer professional development training for professionals to create a new context in which to view their career and life. Mirrors coordinator, Kim Jackson said, “This transformational training is a great opportunity to support professionals in maximizing their results at work, within organizations and in their personal lives. “The... Read more of this article
T.N Tatem To Hold Fish Fry On February 27
T.N Tatem Middle School is getting set to hold a charitable fish fry on Friday, February 27 from 4.30pm through 7.00pm, with the meal to include fish, macaroni and cheese, peas, rice, mixed vegetables, and dessert for only $15. Proceeds from the event will be used to purchase white boards for students “to enhance classroom instruction.” A... Read more of this article
Bermudians To Attend Florida Talent Showcase
PlayList Management, LLC [PLM], a local Talent Management & Development Company, through their Atlanta affiliate, Studio 27 Model and Talent, is sending eight talented Bermudians to Talent INC., a National Talent Showcase, held in Orlando, Florida next month [March 2015]. A spokesperson said, “Last summer, Studio27 Model and Talent, in conjunction... Read more of this article
Bean Named MVP For 2015 CIAA Track & Field
[Updated] Bermuda’s Taylor-Ashley Bean was named the Women’s MVP following the 2015 CIAA Indoor Track and Field Tournament on February 15-16, where she represented Virginia State University, and won the mile run. The VSU website said, “Senior Taylor-Ashley Bean received the high honor of Women’s Track Most Valuable Performer. “Bean... Read more of this article
Videos/Renderings: Morgan’s Point Development
[Updated with more videos] The Morgan’s Point developers are looking to submit their plans next month, commence building in June and complete the resort in early 2017, Morgan’s Point CEO Craig Christensen told the audience at a Town Hall held last night [Feb 24] in Southampton. The developers of the Morgan’s Point Resort — which... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda Ball Hockey League Action
The Minnesota North Stars, Atlanta Flames and California Golden Seals all recorded wins in the latest rounds of Bermuda Ball Hockey action. Minnesota North Stars 7 Colorado Rockies 6 – Overtime The Minnesota North Stars got two goals from Ed Sweeney and Shannon Goose as they defeated the Colorado Rockies 7 – 6. , Ryan Sulley, Cory Caouette and Mike... Read more of this article
BTA’s Bill Hanbury: Setting The Table For Growth
[Column written by BTA CEO Bill Hanbury] At this moment in Bermuda’s history, the hospitality sector carries the country’s greatest hope for job creation and entrepreneurial opportunity. This was re-enforced in the Finance Minister’s budget speech where he repeatedly mentioned the tourism sector as the one place where real substantive economic... Read more of this article
Magma Launches First Album: ‘The Mission’
Bermudian reggae artist Magma has officially launched his first album, titled ‘The Mission,’ at the Countryside Club in Jamaica, the nation where he currently resides. A report in the Jamaica Observer said, “It was Nyahbinghi with a Bermudian feel last Thursday at the Countryside Club in St Andrew, where singjay Magma launched The... Read more of this article
BHeC: Ensuring You Get Medical Tests You Need
The Bermuda Health Council and Bernews have teamed-up to answer your questions about the island’s health care system. Visit www.bhec.bm to submit your queries and look for our response in Bernews every month and on www.bernews.com Many medical concerns may require your health professional to refer you for laboratory or imaging tests at another facility.... Read more of this article
Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental League Results
In Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Spicenix defeat the Nifty Rollers 25 – 5, the Odd Balls defeated The Invaders 26 – 4, while Bermuda Pest Control defeated New Hope 24.5 – 5.5. The Quickie Lickie Laundry defeated the Cubs 20.5 – 9.5 and the Pinjammers defeated the Pinsplitters 23.5 –... Read more of this article
