Archive for November, 2015
St George’s Marina: Governor Gives Permission
St George’s received an ‘early Christmas present’ at last night’s [Nov 28] Lighting of the Town event, with Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy announcing that the Governor has given the final sign off required for the marina in St George’s. Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy, “We’re pleased to announce at the... Read more of this article
Photos: ‘Lighting Of The Town’ In St. George’s
The “Lighting of the Town” event was held at King’s Square in St. George’s last night [Nov 28], with Governor George Fergusson and Mrs. Fergusson in attendance. The event included participation by the Salvation Army Divisional Band, Laverne Daniels, and Their Majesties Choristers from St. Peter’s Church; and there was also the St.... Read more of this article
Video: Crabs Travel 3,000 Miles From Bermuda
A journey of 3,000 miles for six Columbus crabs recently landed the animals on the news, with a video showing the specimens in question following their long trip from Bermuda to a beach near Dorset in the United Kingdom. The crabs were found by conservationist and author Steve Trewhella, who filmed the creatures near Chesil Cove. A story in the Western... Read more of this article
Warwick Academy Wins Middle School Volleyball
Warwick Academy won the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Boys Volleyball Tournament inside the Mount Saint Agnes Gymnasium after a 21-12 win over the host in the Final. Warwick Academy defeated Warwick Academy Two 21-14 in their Semi-Final, while MSA squeaked past Saltus Grammar School 22-20 in the other Semi-Final. Round Robin 15 MSA... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: “Lifestyles” Opens In Hamilton
Carlita Burgess held a formal opening for “Lifestyles,” a new shop located at 129 Front Street which sells a variety of products including scented candles, bags and glassware. Senator Vic Ball and BEDC Chairman Nick Kempe attended, and speaking at the opening, Sen. Ball said, “Mrs. Burgess partnered with her husband Mr. Charles Burgess... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Sunday November 29
Sunday, November 29 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 7.00am and sunset will be at 5.13pm. High tide will be at 10.42am and 11.09pm, while low tide will... Read more of this article
James Stout Retains World Championship Title
Bermuda’s James Stout retained his Rackets World Champion title by beating world number 2, Will Hopton 1-0 at the Queen’s Club in London this afternoon [Nov 28]. Having beaten Hopton 4-0 in the best of seven first leg in Philadelphia last weekend, Stout needed to win only one game in this encounter to claim the title. Stout started well serving... Read more of this article
Photos: Farmers Market At Botanical Gardens
The Bermuda Farmers’ Market opened in the JJ Outerbridge Building at the Botanical Gardens today [Nov 28], with a variety of goods available for purchase. The Farmers’ Market offers local farmers, fishermen, gardeners and artisans a venue to sell produce, plants and locally-made crafts directly to residents and visitors. Director of Parks Lisa-Dawn... Read more of this article
Video: Lambe Scores In Mansfield Town Victory
[Updated with video] Bermuda’s Reggie Lambe scored in the 31st minute of today’s [Nov 28] game against Barnet, helping his Mansfield Town team to a 3 – 1 victory. Lambe had his first chance on goal in the 10th minute, with his shot from outside the box going too high, however he made no mistake on his second shot, with his right footed... Read more of this article
Dr Derrick Binns On The Role Of The Civil Service
Head of the Civil Service Dr. Derrick Binns issued a statement saying that “recent reports and commentary make it necessary to clarify and inform the public regarding the role of the civil service.” Dr Binns said, “A helpful definition can be drawn from the civil service commission website in the UK. It says [insofar as is relevant]: “Her... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: “Sprinkles” Ice Cream Opens
Yesterday [Nov 27] LaKeila Greaves held the grand opening of her “Sprinkles” ice cream shop in the Washington Mall in Hamilton, with Senator Vic Ball and BEDC Chairman Nick Kempe in attendance. Ms. Greaves works as a teacher at West End Primary School, and making ice cream and various baked goods is her outlet for creativity. Since she opened... Read more of this article
Saltus Students Tackle Cyberbullying With Video
Three Saltus Grammar School students have produced a music video designed to combat cyber-bullying, with secondary 8 students Kalia Michelle Steede, Sedona-Sky Duffy, and Selah Zyah Tuzo creating “The Bullying Movie” as an Information Communications Technology class assignment. The project has since become a resource at cybertips.bm, a Department... Read more of this article
