Archive for June, 2015
Robinson’s Marina Service Station To Re-Open
Today [June 29] Mr. David Rose, Managing Director of RUBiS Energy Bermuda Ltd. announced that RUBiS Energy Bermuda will be re-opening the Robinson’s Marina at Somerset Bridge. The station had closed down in March 2015. Mr Rose said, “RUBiS would like to apologise to our loyal customers for any inconvenience the unexpected closure may have caused. “Robinson’s... Read more of this article
Video: Medal Winning Swim Team Return Home
The Bermuda Central American and Caribbean Swimming Championships team arrived back at the LF Wade International Airport last night [June 28], bringing multiple medals and a long list of accolades home thanks to their strong performances. Those swimming accomplishments include three gold medals, one silver medal, broken CCCAN and national records, and... Read more of this article
Chelsea Smith Awarded Deloitte Scholarship
Deloitte Ltd. announced that the 2015 Deloitte Scholarship recipient is Chelsea Smith. The scholarship award offers up to $20,000 per year for a maximum of 2 years and is available to Bermudians pursuing an undergraduate degree with an interest in business. A spokesperson said, “While the caliber of shortlisted scholarship applicants was very... Read more of this article
Trunk Show To Feature Local Festival Designers
The local designers involved in the upcoming Bermuda Fashion Festival will be holding a trunk show at Pier 6 on July 9, giving fashionistas the opportunity to view and purchase designs that were seen at the show itself. The designers to be featured at the trunk show include LoveBomb Inc by Brittany Wolffe; Novah Swimwear by Madeline White; M-Sew by... Read more of this article
Maine School Offer Scholarship For Boat Building
The Landing School in Maine is offering a scholarship to any Bermudian interested in boat building, with full year funding available for the next three academic years, beginning this fall. The School is an accredited institution [accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges] that offers diploma and Associate’s degree curriculums... Read more of this article
Equestrian Kirista Rabain Heads To Bulgaria
Local equestrian Kirista Rabain is getting set to travel to Bulgaria for competition from July 2 to 6, representing Bermuda following her first place finish in January in the FEI World Jumping Challenge. The FEI World Jumping Challenge was held in January 2015, making up for the 2014 iteration of the event that was previously delayed due to the two... Read more of this article
$5,000 Raised For Mental Health Foundation
On June 25th, Deborah Pharoah-Williams and Tali Gabai-Maiato presented the Directors of the Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF] with a cheque for $5000.00 representing funds raised during the Bermuda Day holiday. A BMHF spokesperson said, “Deborah and Tali sought to raise funds to help combat stigma surrounding depression and increase knowledge... Read more of this article
Toyota Renew Emirates Team NZ Sponsorship
Toyota New Zealand announced their ongoing sponsorship with Emirates Team New Zealand extending the support of the team for over 20 years. “To have an Emirates Team New Zealand boat without the Toyota brand proudly emblazoned on it would be like driving a Hilux with Corolla wheels- it simply would not feel right. The brand is a huge part of who this... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend saw the Canada Day celebrations, PHC Showoff event, Chris Estwanik capture Bermuda’s first gold medal of the Island Games as well as a number of other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Delinquent Employer Names To Be Published Poll Results On Decriminalisation... Read more of this article
Civic’s Summer Dance School Starting On July 6
Bermuda Civic’s Summer School will be starting at 9:30 am on Monday, July 6, at the Pembroke Sunday School. For over four decades Civic has been bringing in renowned dancers from overseas to give the best training possible to Bermudian dancers in training. A spokesperson said, “We are extremely lucky to have a return visit by the very talented... Read more of this article
Club Holds Wolves Wednesday At Elliott Primary
The Wolves Sport Club recently treated the children of Elliott Primary School to ‘Wolves Wednesday,’ providing a free meal for the children as the club works to give back to the Bermuda community. Wolves Sports Club President Antoine Minors said, “I’m just giving back to the community. This is our stomping ground, this is our... Read more of this article
15th Lepercq Memorial Tournament Results
A sparse field of competitors provided almost two hours of nonstop martial action at the Pembroke Sunday School today [June 28] celebrating the 15th edition of the Lepercq Memorial Tournament. Organized by Bermuda Karate Institute, this event is dedicated to the memory of Paul Lepercq and his patronage of the promotion of the martial arts in Bermuda. Sparring... Read more of this article
