Archive for November, 2015

Wesley Church To Present Composer Bowers

Wesley Church To Present Composer Bowers

On Sunday, December 6th, Wesley Methodist Church will present a recital by American organist and composer Chaz Bower, with proceeds from the event to benefit Wesley’s Organ Fund and the Food Hamper programme. Tickets for the event, which will get underway at 4.00pm, cost $30 for general admission, $15 for seniors and students, and $50 for patrons,... Read more of this article

Crews Continue Local Vegetation Management

Crews Continue Local Vegetation Management

Brown and Company, Landscape Gardeners, and Tree Surgeons have announced that their crews are back out on the roads carrying out vegetation management for BELCO and are asking for the public to slow down and pay attention to warning signs in the name of safety for all. A spokesperson said, “We try to be as safe as possible and give the public... Read more of this article

Condolences On Death Of Sgt Stange-Simmons

Condolences On Death Of Sgt Stange-Simmons

Governor George Fergusson, Premier Michael Dunkley, Shadow Minister of National Security Walter Roban and Regiment Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Michael Foster-Brown expressed their shock and sadness at the untimely passing of Sergeant Dejion Stange-Simmons. Sgt Stange-Simmons, 26, was found inside a Southampton residence last night. The police... Read more of this article

Supreme Court Rules On Same Sex Partners

Supreme Court Rules On Same Sex Partners

[Updated with video] “The non-Bermudian same-sex partners of Bermudians, who are in committed relationships, are entitled to live and work in Bermuda without immigration restriction,” the Bermuda Bred Company said following a ruling by Bermuda’s Supreme Court this afternoon [Nov 27]. The case was the Bermuda Bred Company v The Minister... Read more of this article

Photos: Inwood Hunter Jumper Equestrian Show

Photos: Inwood Hunter Jumper Equestrian Show

The Overall Champions and Reserve Champions of the recent Bermuda Equestrian Federation’s Inwood Hunter Jumper Show, which took place at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street, have been named, with a number of both horses and riders enjoying honours. The Champion Hunter Pony was “You’ll be Amazed,” with “Don’t Blink”... Read more of this article

Injured Motorcyclist Remains Stable In ICU

Injured Motorcyclist Remains Stable In ICU

The 33-year-old motorcyclist who was injured in a collision on Crow Lane on November 20 remained in stable condition in KEMH’s Intensive Care Unit as of this morning [Nov 27], according to police. A police spokesperson said, “At last check Friday morning [Nov 27], the 33 year old St. George’s man injured when the motorcycle he was riding collided... Read more of this article

18th Century Family Christmas In St. David’s

18th Century Family Christmas In St. David’s

The St. David’s Island Historical Society is getting set to present An 18th Century Family Christmas at Carter House and the Settlers Dwelling on Sunday, November 29 from 4.00pm through 7.00pm. The event poster says, “Come one come all and enjoy the true spirit of Christmas as it used to be. “Carter House will be decorated in 18th... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 27 2015

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 27 2015

Today [Nov 27] saw the close of the BSX’s week finish with 5,200 shares traded on the day, valued at $9,984.00 BD. All 5,200 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield, closing down 3.5% at $1.92 per share. The BSX finished the week at 1,291.37, down 2.34% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 65 remained unchanged heading into... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Saturday November 28

Weather Forecast For Saturday November 28

Saturday, November 28 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 6.59am and sunset will be at 5.13pm. High tide will be at 9.54am and 10.19pm, while low tide will... Read more of this article

Youth Throne Speech Reply: “Community First”

Youth Throne Speech Reply: “Community First”

We must ask ourselves, what can we do for our community and how can we impact the environment around us, and the theme we must abide by is “community first,” Youth Opposition Leader Destinee Taylor said in the Youth Reply to the Throne. The Youth Reply to the Throne followed after the annual Reconvening of Youth Parliament on November 18th,... Read more of this article

Health Centre Floor Closed: “Noxious Smell”

Health Centre Floor Closed: “Noxious Smell”

The Ministry of Health, Seniors and Environment advised that the lower floor of the Hamilton Health Centre at 67 Victoria Street in Hamilton, will be closed this afternoon November 27, due to a “noxious smell that is being investigated.” A spokesperson said, “The Hamilton Child Health clinic has been suspended, however the public may... Read more of this article

PLP To Host Fish Fry Today At Alaska Hall

PLP To Host Fish Fry Today At Alaska Hall

The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party will be hosting a Fish Fry today, November 27th starting at 4:00pm at Alaska Hall. “The menu will include fresh fried fish, chicken, peas and rice, Spanish rice, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw and more. The cost is $15 per plate and all are welcome,” a spokesperson said. Related Stories Premier Thanks... Read more of this article