Archive for August, 2015
Clarien Launches High Tech/Security Debit Card
Clarien Bank Limited has launched a new technologically advanced debit card, in partnership with MasterCard. “All Clarien Bank customers have been automatically upgraded, and the new card has been fully distributed to account holders,” the bank said. “The new card has EMV/chip technology supported by signature for point-of-sale transactions,... Read more of this article
Sand Sculpture Competition At Horseshoe Bay
The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation today [Aug 27] announced that the 20th annual Bermuda Sand Sculpture Competition will take place on September 5 at Horseshoe Bay Beach. On August 29 and September 4, there will be one hour sand sculpture clinics held at Horseshoe Bay Beach at 4.00pm and 6.00pm. Director of Youth, Sport and Recreation Norbert... Read more of this article
PLP To Hold “Fish Fry” On August 31st
The Progressive Labour Party will be hosting their second fish fry of the summer on Monday, August 31, 2015. A spokesperson said, “Plates will be $15 and will be served from 4pm to 8pm at PLP Headquarters, Alaska Hall, Court Street. We encourage all to come out and support. “Additionally, as the annual membership deadline is August 31,... Read more of this article
BTA: Estimated Economic Impact Is $220/250,000
The Bermuda golf tourism calendar received a “fourth quarter boost” with the PGA of Canada’s announcement that it will bring a new tournament to the island this fall, to be played at The Mid Ocean Club October 26-29, the Bermuda Tourism Authority said today. “The four-day Nike Golf PGA of Canada Team Championship will feature... Read more of this article
Mayho To Compete In UCI World Championships
Bermuda will be represented at the UCI Road World Championships U23 race for the first time since Tyler Butterfield in 2005 as Dominique Mayho will fly the flag in the Under 23 event on September 25 in Richmond, Virginia, competing against the top cyclists in the world at what is the most prestigious one day race on the cycling calendar. Mr. Mayho qualified... Read more of this article
BFRS Honours Dawayne Smith With Procession
The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS] paid tribute yesterday [Aug 26] to firefighter Dawayne Smith, who recently passed away, holding a funeral procession in his honour. Family, friends and Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service coworkers gathered at First Church of God on North Shore to pay respects and celebrate the life of the fire fighter. Escorted... Read more of this article
Photos: Super Yacht ‘T6′ Docks In St. George’s
The super-yacht T6 recently paid a visit to St. George’s, giving people both on shore and off a look at its size and features, which include a dedicated helicopter hangar. Built in 2007, T6 measures in at 48.5 metres long, with five cabins able to house 10 guests. An online description of the vessel says, “With an extraordinary range of... Read more of this article
Column: ‘One Can’t Believe Impossible Things’
[Opinion column written by Minister for Community, Culture and Sports Patricia Gordon-Pamplin] It was Charles Dickens who made the phrase “The Law is an Ass” famous. It is a phrase that must have popped into the minds of many Bermudians this month when Marc Bean, the Progressive Labour Party’s chosen Leader, was acquitted in Magistrates Court... Read more of this article
Column: In Danger Of Losing Intellect, Creativity
[Opinion column written by PLP MP Jamahl Simmons] To build a Bermuda that works for Bermudians, we must face and deal with one simple fact; racial inequity is holding Bermuda back from reaching our full potential. The systemic marginalization of Black Bermudians has significantly contributed to disparities in access to higher education, hiring, career... Read more of this article
Bermuda Team Set For Samoa Youth Games
The Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA] have announced the names of the athletes who will represent Bermuda at the Commonwealth Youth Games, which will be held from September 5 to September 11 in Apia, Samoa. Four athletes will represent Bermuda in two sports, including David Darrell, Tahje Taylor, and Tiara DeRosa in athletics, and Susanna Armano in... Read more of this article
Back 2 School Community Jam Set For Sept. 5
Soul Food Promotions’ first ever Back 2 School Community Jam is set to be held on Saturday, September 5, with fun planned for children and families at the Parsons Road park and playground from 2.00pm through 7.00pm. Organizer Lynwood ‘Brotha Richie’ Richardson said, “There is going to be a lot of fun, action, and love as we are... Read more of this article
Rebranding To Ageing And Disability Services
On July 10th 2015 the Minister of Health, Seniors and Environment Jeanne Atherden announced the rebranding of the National Office for Seniors and Physically Challenged to Ageing and Disability Services. “The National Office for Seniors and the Physically Challenged was formed in 2000 to centralize the coordination of services to these two populations.... Read more of this article
