Archive for October, 2015
Bowling: Second Spring Seniors League Results
In Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes it saw the Drifters defeat the New Comers 4 – 0, Old ‘N Kickin defeated the Pinsplitters 3 – 1, Go Get It defeated the Blue Angels 3 – 1 and the Last Pin fell 3 – 1 to the Islanders. Men’s Handicap Game: Richard Norville 245 Gladwin Daniels 237 Ellsworth Bean, Sr. 233 Men’s Handicap... Read more of this article
Everest Re 2015 Q3 Net Income: $88.6 Million
Bermuda-based Everest Re Group, Ltd. reported third quarter 2015 after-tax operating income available to common shareholders of $200.2 million, or $4.53 per diluted common share, compared to after-tax operating income of $280.5 million, or $6.12 per diluted common share, for the third quarter of 2014. Net income available to common shareholders was... Read more of this article
Book Explores Bermuda’s 20th Century History
Local author Jonathan Land Evans has released his latest book, titled “Siren Songs: a history of Bermuda from 1960 to 1980″ the latest entry in his ongoing series covering the island’s history. As with the previous books in the series, which trace the island’s history from 1898 onward, this work covers many aspects of local life... Read more of this article
Video: Oracle Team Improving Via Technology
With the 2017 America’s Cup looming, Oracle Team USA is seeking a competitive advantage in the quest to capture a third consecutive title, using hard data to design and build the fastest boat, and to improve performance. Through the Oracle database, the team able to reference more than 240 GB of data collected each day. This information is monitored... Read more of this article
Police Update: Attempted Robbery & Murder
There have not been any arrests yet in connection with the fatal shooting last Friday the police confirmed today [Oct 30], adding that their community outreach has “produced results” and “together with CCTV footage there are numerous lines of enquiry that we are vigorously pursuing.” Addressing yesterday’s attempted armed... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 30 2015
Today [Oct 30] saw the close of the BSX’s week finish with 11,158 shares traded on the day, valued at $26,366.24 BD. 9,258 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing at an even $1.78 per share, while another 100 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing up 9.6% at $14.25 per share. Another 1,700 shares were traded by Argus... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Saturday October 31
Saturday, October 31 is expected to be clear and sunny, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. Sunrise will be at 7.34am and sunset will be at 6.29pm. High tide will be at 12.05pm, while low tide will be... Read more of this article
Police Service To Increase Patrols For Halloween
[Updated] In anticipation of Halloween tomorrow [Oct 31], the Department of Public Transportation [DPT] has advised “that the Bermuda Police Service will be shadowing bus routes and increasing patrols throughout the island.” A spokesperson said, “In an effort to safeguard bus operators and supporting employees, the DPT is encouraging... Read more of this article
Possible Lost Pet: Yellow Bird Seen In Sandys
A yellow bird that appears to possibly be an escaped pet has been spotted by a member of the public flying in and around the area of Wreck Road and Hog Bay for the past several days looking what as described as being “hungry and confused” The owner of the bird is being sought and can call 599-0171 in order to get in touch with the member... Read more of this article
Barclay Simmons Resigns From BMA Board
The Bermuda Monetary Authority today [Oct 29] announced that E. Barclay Simmons resigned from its Board of Directors effective 25th October 2015. Chairman of the Authority’s Board of Directors, Gerald Simons, thanked Mr. Simmons for his nearly nine-year tenure at the Authority. “Mr. Simmons joined the Board in January 2007,” Mr. Simons said. “He... Read more of this article
Construction Underway: Artemis Bermuda Base
Fresh off their victory at the recent Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series event in Bermuda, the Artemis Racing sailing team has returned to San Francisco, but work is underway in earnest at their new home at Morgan’s Point. The team said that “Bermudians are playing a major role in supporting the team’s efforts to be fully operational... Read more of this article
Berkeley Students On “Pathway To Success”
In highlighting the recent accomplishments of Berkeley Institute students — which included a 92% pass rate for the 296 Berkeley students who sat IGCSE/GCSE exams — the school said “Berkelyites continue to excel academically and display amazing talent and leadership potential” and are “on pathways to success.” “The... Read more of this article
