Archive for July, 2015
Photos: Collision Leaves Bus Shelter Damaged
A vehicle collision in Devonshire this morning resulted in a damaged bus shelter in the vicinity, with police saying the “circumstances surrounding this collision are unclear at this time.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 6.20am this morning [July 27], police responded to a single vehicle collision on Christ Church Lane near the... Read more of this article
Terceira, Nisbett Conclude Competing In Toronto
Jillian Terceira and Patrick Nisbett concluded competing in the Horse Jumping Event Finals at the Pan American Games in Toronto. The top 20 riders after the first round advance to a second round. Both riders advanced to the finals, with Nisbett in the third rider into the ring, once again Quick Z made an entrance backward, but once he was in he rode... Read more of this article
Minister Fahy On Air Terminal Fees Amendment
Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy provided an overview of the Bermuda Air Terminal [Fees] Amendment [No. 2] Regulations 2015 in the Senate today [July 27], saying that the new fee should generate an annual revenue stream of approximately $6.25 million. Minister Fahy said, “In order to recover the purchasing and on-going maintenance costs; and... Read more of this article
Student Presentations Following BFIS Internships
On Friday, July 24, this summer’s BFIS Interns gave ‘standing room only’ presentations to over 60 insurance professionals, parents, former interns and BFIS scholars in the training room at KPMG, on their experiences in the insurance markets of Atlanta, Bermuda, Chicago and London. Although the BFIS intern programmes are short, [Bermuda – 3 weeks,... Read more of this article
Co-Parenting Mediation Council Members
Minister of Community, Culture and Sports Pat Gordon-Pamplin announced the members of the Co-Parenting Mediation Council today [July 27] saying she is confident they will carry out the purpose of the Council very well and “this will help lead to better outcomes for those children who are affected by parental disputes.” The Minister said,... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Tuesday July 28
Tuesday, July 28 is expected to be windy with showers and thunderstorms likely, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be at 6.30am and sunset will be at 8.19pm. High tide will be at 6.24am... Read more of this article
Butterfield Bank Q2 2015 Core Earnings: $27.8M
The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited has announced core earnings for the second quarter, which ended June 30, of $27.8 million, an improvement of $1.8 million compared to $26.0 million earned in the same quarter a year ago. The core cash return on average tangible common equity for the second quarter improved to 18.4% in 2015, compared to... Read more of this article
Man In Critical Condition In ICU After Collision
A 28 year old male guest worker is in critical condition in the ICU following a collision yesterday in Warwick. “Around 6:50pm on Sunday [July 26], police responded to a reported collision which took place on South Road in Warwick just east of Warwick Long Bay,” Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said. “It was reported that a 28 year... Read more of this article
Gymnasts Win 17 Medals At 2015 Island Games
The Bermuda team continued its dominance in Ynys Mon during the gymnastics portion of the Island Games, winning 17 medals in the second round of competition. On Saturday, July 25th, the team of 14 girls and boys took the floor against Isle of Man, Jersey, Aland, Cayman, Gotland, Shetland Islands, and Ynys Mon in the FIG meet, performing their highest... Read more of this article
Hamilton Princess Launches Marina Takeaway
The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, a Fairmont-managed hotel, is launching a new takeaway food service for boaters, with the service available at the hotel’s marina, with the offerings including salads, sandwiches and desserts as well as a selection of Champagnes, wines and beers. Sandwiches include the traditional Club Sandwich; the Pulled Pork... Read more of this article
Zurich Renews BFIS Donation For 16th Year
Zurich Bermuda has been a BFIS sponsor since 1998 and this year again renewed their support with a donation of $15,000. Michael Deevy, CEO of Zurich International [Bermuda] Ltd. said, “We are very pleased to continue our support of the Bermuda Foundation for Insurance Studies as it in turn continues its support of Bermuda’s students. “In addition... Read more of this article
Photos: Emancipation Celebration Honours 20
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs celebrated 20 honourees at the Ruth Seaton James auditorium last night [July 26], with an official programme to commemorate Emancipation Day, featuring drummers, dancers, singers and a performance by Rockfire Productions. Heather Whalen, Director of Community and Cultural Affairs, previously said, “We... Read more of this article
