Archive for October, 2015
Silver Whisper Cruise Ship Arrives In Hamilton
The Silver Whisper cruise ship sailed into Hamilton today [Oct 28] carrying an estimated 369 passengers and 295 crew. The ship, an occasional visitor to Bermuda, is one of two cruise ships scheduled to visit Hamilton this month, with the Regatta also set to arrive on Friday. Hamilton is also set to receive two more cruise ship visits this year, with... Read more of this article
Weather: October Lights Cancelled This Evening
The Chamber of Commerce said they have made the decision to cancel October Lights for this evening [Oct 28] due to the high winds and predicted rain. “We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause,” a spokesperson added. The Bermuda Weather Service’s forecast for this evening said, “Mostly cloudy with showers decreasing overnight.... Read more of this article
BTA Bean Bags Raise $6,200 In Under One Day
The BTA’s promotion — which offered pink bean bags in exchange for a donation to the youth sailing programme — ended shortly after it began at noon today [Oct 28], with all 30 bean bags claimed, and over $6,000 raised for the Endeavour Programme. The BTA said, “A Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] fundraising promotion has created... Read more of this article
Court: 21-Year-Old Denies Importing Cannabis
Appearing in Magistrates Court today [Oct 28], Warwick resident Gary Simmons pleaded not guilty to importing cannabis, possessing cannabis with intent to supply, and possessing a piece of equipment that was fitted and intended for use with the illegal substance. All charges were alleged to relate to an incident in St George’s on 6th October. The... Read more of this article
Free Golf Lessons On Port Royal’s 45th Birthday
To commemorate their 45th “birthday,” the Golf Developmental Program at Port Royal Golf Course will be offering free golf lessons for new golfers on Thursday [Oct 29] from 1pm to 6pm. Golf pro Kim Swan said, “Happy Birthday to Port Royal Golf Course as this week marks 45 years since Port Royal Golf Course first opened its doors... Read more of this article
Progress On Decolonization “Agonizingly Slow”
Progress towards “decolonizing” what the United Nations has listed as the world’s 17 remaining “Non-Self-Governing Territories” — which includes Bermuda — has been “agonizingly slow”, some speakers said at the recently held UN Special Political and Decolonization meeting. Bermuda is included on the UN’s list... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Fashion Show At “Art Walk”
The St. George’s Art Walk took place on Sunday afternoon, with the event featuring displays and performances from artists, musicians and dancers; with the east end event also incorporating a fashion show which showcased styles from three local area stores. The featured designer stores included Last Night Boutique, A2Z Fashions and Baubelles, with... Read more of this article
Two “Dredger” Ships Seen In Bermuda’s Waters
Two ships — the Niccolò Machiavelli and Astrolabe — have been seen in Bermuda’s waters, with both ships listed as “dredgers” on marine websites. Last week the Ministry of Public Works said the widening of the North Channel — to accommodate the new generation of cruise ships — will commence at the end of this month,... Read more of this article
Orange Ferry Route Suspended Due To Weather
The Department of Marine and Ports Services has advised the public that “due to the current inclement weather, the Orange ferry route has been suspended until further notice.” The Bermuda Weather Service’s marine forecast for today said, “Winds easterly 20 to 25 knots gusts to 35 knots, especially around showers, scattered to... Read more of this article
Bermuda Shorts & Ian Bickley In NY Times Q&A
Ian Bickley has been profiled by the New York Times in a Q&A piece, detailing his start with selling Bermuda shorts before going on to serve as president of the international group of Coach, a leatherware and clothing manufacturer. In the Q&A article, Mr. Bickley details a business he started in 1986, saying, “It was a business I started... Read more of this article
BCHC Set To Launch Movember/Bowvember
Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre is getting set to launch its 2015 Movember/Bowvember campaign, with funds and awareness to be raised throughout the month of November to address prostate cancer and men’s health in general, with a new way for men and women to participate debuted today [Oct 28]. During the month of November, Bermuda Cancer and Health... Read more of this article
Board Rejects Faculty Vote Of No Confidence
Following the Faculty’s May 2015 vote of no confidence in the President of Bermuda College Dr. Duranda Greene, the Bermuda College Board of Governors has rejected the vote of no confidence saying they do not believe the concerns “to be of the nature or scope to warrant the actions demanded.” A statement from the Bermuda College Board... Read more of this article
