Archive for September, 2015

Lewis Named To U.S. National Team Of Week

Bermuda’s Zeiko Lewis was named to the U.S. College Soccer News National Team of the Week after his standout performance in a pair of Boston College. The school’s report said, “Junior Zeiko Lewis was named to the College Soccer News National Team of the Week after his performance in a pair of Boston College victories last week. “Lewis... Read more of this article

90 Min Video: Same Sex Marriage Info Session

The Ministry of Community, Culture and Sports hosted their first public information sessions regarding same sex marriage last night [Sept 28], with the second to follow at 6.00pm on Thursday [Oct 1] at at Bermuda College North Hall. The meetings follows after a petition was presented to Government in May 2015, with the petition having attained some... Read more of this article

PlayList DAP Online Video Audition Submission

PlayList kicks off their Developing Artists Program [DAP] 2016 with their online video submission audition call. PlayList is looking for young, talented artists to participate in the program which is designed to cultivate talent, provide growth opportunities and a glimpse into the life of an artist. The goals of the Developing Artists Program are: To... Read more of this article

Blokart Provides Momentum For America’s Cup

From sea to land, young participants in the America’s Cup community sailing initiative, Endeavour, will learn to harness the power of wind wherever they are with the addition of Blokart International ltd. as an Official Supplier. Blokart, the wheeled land sailing karts, will be used for training and racing as the kids hone their skills. “Blokarts... Read more of this article

PLP To Hold Fish Fry On September 30th

The Progressive Labour Party Will be holding a Fish Fry on Wednesday [Sept 30th] at PLP HQ, and the menu is set to include fresh Bermuda fish, curry chicken, baked chicken, peas & rice, coleslaw, ginger bread and more. A spokesperson said, “Entry fee is only $15. Additionally, there will be membership forms available for current members to... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 29 2015

Today [Sept 29] saw 900 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $7,618.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing at an even $13.00 per share, while another 300 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $16.71 per share. The other 500 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing down 15.8% at... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Wednesday September 30

Wednesday, September 30 is expected to be windy with scattered thunderstorms in the morning, 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 ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 7.11am and sunset will be at 7.05pm. High tide will... Read more of this article

OBA Parliamentarians Donate To Local Causes

One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] parliamentarians have made donations to two local causes, including Gina Spence’s ‘Each One Reach One’ and Fern Wade’s ‘Hands of Love’ back to school fundraisers. The donated funds totaled $4,000, with $2,500 presented to Gina Spence’s ‘Each One Reach One’ and an additional $1,500... Read more of this article

Third Hurricane Of 2015 Atlantic Season: Joaquin

[Updated] Tropical Storm Joaquin has formed in the Atlantic, becoming the 10th named storm of the season, however the Bermuda Weather Service said that it is not threat to Bermuda at this time, and its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours has passed. “High pressure to our northeast continues to interact with Tropical Storm Joaquin... Read more of this article

Ryan Parris Named McDonald’s Athlete Of Week

Ryan Parris — a student at Acadia University in Nova Scotia — was named the McDonald’s Athlete of the Week. The Axemen soccer team remain undefeated after picking up their second tie of the season and improve to 2-0-2 after three weekends of play. Second year midfielder Ryan Parris was integral in the team’s scoreless tie versus... Read more of this article

Driver Tells Court He Was Drinking Guinness

Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning [Sept 29], a 37-year-old man was fined $1,200 and disqualified from driving after pleading guilty to driving with excess alcohol in his blood. Craig Canute Mullings pleaded guilty to driving with excess alcohol in his blood in Hamilton in the wee hours of Monday morning 28th September. The police alco-analyzer... Read more of this article