Archive for November, 2015
“Ocean Vet, The Journey Continues” On Dec 1st
“Ocean Vet the Journey Continues” will be back by popular demand on Tuesday, December 1st at the BUEI Talks series, with net proceeds raised set to go to the Neil Burnie Foundation and BUEI’s education programmes. The promo flyer said, “Come out for a special presentation and sneak peek of the Ocean Vet series. Hear updates from... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend saw the Lighting of the Town in St George’s, the Santa Parade in Hamilton, the announcement that the Governor has given the final sign off required for the marina in St George’s, James Stout retain his Rackets World Championship title, the Farmers Market get underway, Reggie Lambe score for Mansfield Town, and a host of other... Read more of this article
Court: Chesterfield Johnson Pleads Guilty
After missing an earlier trial date, Chesterfield Johnson was arrested and produced in Magistrates Court on Friday [Nov 27] where he changed his earlier plea of not guilty to guilty. The 63-year-old admitted to Magistrate Khamisi Tokunbo that in June 2014 he had obstructed police and was in possession of a pipe that was fitted for use with illegal... Read more of this article
Bermuda To Host International Business Events
Several major international business events are headed to the Island next year, including two inaugural conferences that could attract hundreds of corporate delegates to Bermuda for the first time, the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] said this evening. The BDA said it has succeeded in bringing the prestigious Legal Week Private Client Forum... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Monday November 30
Monday, November 30 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 68%. Sunrise will be at 7.01am and sunset will be at 5.13pm. High tide will be at 11.30am, while low tide will be at... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Santa Makes His Way Through City
[Updated with photos] Crowds lined the streets of Hamilton this evening [Nov 29] for the annual MarketPlace Santa Claus parade, which involves a variety of dance groups, majorettes, Gombeys, characters and of course Santa Claus himself. Those scheduled to take part include the Lions Club of Bermuda, John Barritts & Sons Limited, Little Miss Paradise... Read more of this article
Minister Bob Richards: “It’s A Huge Win For Us”
“It’s a huge win for us and a stamp of approval for our industry,” Finance Minister Bob Richards said following the news that the European Commission has found Bermuda fully equivalent under the European Union’s Solvency II regulatory and supervisory system. Asked to explain why it’s so important, the Minister told Bernews:... Read more of this article
Video: Walton Brown On Ending Discrimination
“If you’re serious about ending discrimination in the area of sexual orientation, then there needs to be full rights in that arena,” Opposition MP Walton Brown said. When asked about the Hamilton Princess’ decision to decline the booking for the forums which feature a speaker opposed to same sex marriage, Mr Brown said he respects... Read more of this article
Motorcyclist Now Recovering On General Ward
The 33-year-old motorcyclist who was injured in a collision on Crow Lane on November 20th is now in stable condition on a general ward at the hospital. A police spokesperson said, “At last check Sunday morning [November 29th], the 33 year old St. George’s man injured when the motorcycle he was riding collided with the kerb along Crow Lane in... Read more of this article
Tea Tasting Party Promises Flavours Of Bermuda
Wild Herbs n Plants of Bermuda is getting set to present a tea tasting party that promises to deliver “the flavours of Bermuda,” with the event to take place on Saturday, December 5. The event poster says, “Taste the flavours of Bermuda at our tea tasting party, a party like no other where you can experience and taste wild teas of... Read more of this article
BCB Set To Host Winter Holiday Cricket Camps
The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] will be hosting a Winter Holiday Camp at West Pembroke School Gym, with two separate camp schedules planned, including one from December 21 through December 24, and another from December 29 through December 31. The camp, aimed at boys and girls aged 7 to 13-years-old, will include cricket drills, skills matches, and other... Read more of this article
Sunday November 29th: “Good News” Spotlight
News that author Jonathan Smith donated book certificates to public school libraries, golf pro Daniel Augustus was awarded a $16,500 sponsorship, James Stout retained his Rackets World Champion title, the Museum Playhouse opened at the National Museum, and two new businesses — “Lifestyles” and “Sprinkles” — held... Read more of this article
