Archive for May, 2015
Transatlantic Liner “Oceana” Offered $20 Trips
Bringing to mind memories of Bermuda’s earlier tourism offerings, a flyer promises a cruise to the island aboard the transatlantic liner Oceana, with passengers reminded that there is “no cattle or freight carried on the Oceana.” The flyer says, “Bermuda. A paradise on earth. An ideal sea trip to the healthiest and most delightful... Read more of this article
Photos: Relay For Life 24 Hour Walk Fundraiser
Huge crowds turned out at the National Sports Centre last night and today [May 30] for the Relay For Life event which concluded at 6.30pm this evening. Last year 124 teams signed up to take part in Bermuda’s first Relay For Life of event, raising almost $500,000, and this year over 130 teams have registered. The team based fundraising event helps... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Sunday May 31
Sunday, May 31 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be ESE at 15 to 30 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 6.13am and sunset will be at 8.20pm. High tide will be at 7.37am and 8.04pm, while... Read more of this article
House & Senate Pass Partnership Law Changes
The Minister of Economic Development, Dr. Grant Gibbons, announced today [May 30] that legislation making key amendments to the laws governing partnerships has been successfully passed by both the House of Assembly and Senate. The Ministry of Economic Development sponsored 4 Bills that will make changes to the Partnerships Act 1902; Exempted Partnerships... Read more of this article
BVA To Host Volleyball Tournament On June 13
The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] will be hosting its first beach volleyball tournament of the 2015 season, returning to Horseshoe Bay Beach. “Horseshoe is without a doubt one of the world’s premier beaches,” said Ariel Mierzejewski, Co-President of the BVA. “I couldn’t possibly think of a better place on the planet... Read more of this article
Premier Extends Support To Event Participants
Premier Michael Dunkley this morning [May 30] extended his support and appreciation to all those participating in the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre’s Relay For Life. And Premier Dunkley, whose wife Pamela is taking part in the event, will attend the National Sports Centre later today to personally thank the hundreds of people who have been... Read more of this article
Photos: Philippine Embassy Team Visit Bermuda
It was a busy time for the Filipino Association as they were visited by the Philippine Embassy team from Washington DC for this year’s consular and labour outreach. “A total of 242 Philippine passports renewals, 12 Reports of Births, 8 Reports of Marriage, and 3 Oaths of Dual Citizenship, and authentication of documents were held by the Consular... Read more of this article
Artemis Racing Looking To Move To Bermuda
Following the statement made by Minister of Economic Development Dr Grant Gibbons in the House of Assembly, the ACBDA and the America’s Cup Event Authority confirmed that Artemis Racing are looking to move their entire operation to Bermuda as soon as this year. “Presently their home base is located in San Francisco and this move would see Bermuda... Read more of this article
Bermuda Withdraws From 2015 NACRA 7s
The Bermuda Rugby Football Union says that it regrets to officially announce the withdrawal of both the Men’s and Women’s Senior National 7s teams from the 2015 NACRA 7s, due to take place next month in the United States. The reason for the late withdrawal surrounds the issue of player eligibility. A spokesperson said, “Historically, World... Read more of this article
Eastern Counties Sees Rule Changes To Series
The Eastern County Cricket Association today [May 30] announced rule changes to the Eastern County Cup Series leading up to the series kicking off on Saturday July 18 in St. David’s. Association secretary Senator Diallo Rabain said, “The Eastern County Cricket Association would like to announce the following rules changes to the Eastern... Read more of this article
Bermuda Man Wins On Australian Game Show
An appearance by the Woods family on game show Family Feud Australia will be helping one man come home to Bermuda to visit his family after his answers lead to the $10,000 grand prize. Dale Woods had to answer questions including naming something you look forward to doing on an airplane; something that it takes two people to do; something that parents... Read more of this article
XL Catlin National Championships Announced
The Bermuda National Athletic Association have announced a sponsorship partnership with XL Catlin as they have become the title sponsors for the XL Catlin Bermuda National Athletics Championships being held June 12th & 13th. President Donna Watson said, “We have international competitors coming in to compete with the likes of Kyrah Scraders, Sakari... Read more of this article
