Archive for November, 2015

Island Flames Author Donates To Public Schools

Earlier today [Nov 26] the Minister of Education, R. Wayne Scott met with Bermudian author Jonathan Smith who donated $500 book certificates to Government middle and secondary school libraries. As a follow up to the successful book launch of Island Flames, Mr. Smith today fulfilled his pledge to donate part proceeds to educational or charitable institutions... Read more of this article

CedarBridge Set To Hold CBA Pro Shop Fair

CedarBridge Academy will hold the CBA Pro Shop Fair tomorrow [Nov 28] from 10.00am through 5.00pm, with a number of displays aimed at car enthusiasts of all kinds. The event will be held at CedarBridge Academy, with admission costing $4 for adults and $2 for children, while children under 5-years-old get in for free. Displays will include new bikes... Read more of this article

Two Car Collision At Devonshire Junction

[Updated] Traffic is currently being diverted at the junction of Middle Road and Tee Street in Devonshire following a two car collision at that location this afternoon [Nov 26]. A police spokesperson said, “Details are limited at this time; however apparently both vehicles were extensively damaged. “Motorists should expect delays in the... Read more of this article

New Honours Programme At Berkeley Institute

The Board of Governors of the Berkeley Institute announced the introduction of a new honours programmes at its Prizegiving Ceremony recently. Qualifying students will be awarded the Berkeley Institute Honours Certificate or the Berkeley Institute Advanced Honours Certificate upon achieving academic success in international standardized exams or the... Read more of this article

Video: Logic Hosting Black Friday Giveaways

Logic is preparing to host its Black Friday special event, with proceedings to get underway at 8.00pm tonight [Nov 26] at 30 Victoria Street, promising “truck loads of TVs and truck loads of PS4s.” Besides sale prices, the event will feature a number of prizes, including a 40-inch Samsung flat screen television and PlayStation 4, Beats... Read more of this article

Bankers’ Association’s Message To Customers

The Bermuda Bankers’ Association [BBA] said they are aware that Bermuda’s banking customers are experiencing the impact of changes as all the banks continue to request additional information, explaining that it “is essential to the ongoing viability of Bermuda’s banking industry, and by extension the Island’s reputation as a good place... Read more of this article

Column: Who Is Dr Ryan T Anderson?

[Opinion column written by Quinton B. Butterfield] Who is Dr Ryan T. Anderson? There is a saying that goes, “there are three sides to every story, your side, my side and the truth.” Ok, so I got that from a movie, but it is true. Once again, Bermuda is at a divided crossroad thanks to same-sex marriage. And this time it is because there is a new... Read more of this article

Cox: “This Is Significant News For Bermuda”

The Bermuda Monetary Authority said they are “pleased with the publication of the European Commission’s [EC] Delegated Act which recognises Bermuda’s prudential framework for [re]insurance and group supervision as being fully equivalent to regulatory standards applied to European reinsurance companies and insurance groups in accordance with... Read more of this article

Grimes Retires From Executive After 30 Years

BFA Second Vice-President Gregory Grimes retired from the BFA Executive last Wednesday evening at the monthly BFA Executive Meeting, after having served for thirty years. Mr. Grimes stated that he had immense pleasure serving on the Executive since 1985 and that he had enjoyed the friendships that he had made along the way. He also spoke about the development... Read more of this article

Ebony: “Ditch The Winter Blues In Bermuda”

An Ebony magazine article has highlighted the benefits of visitors beating the cold weather with a visit to the island, with a series of tips aimed at outlining “how you can ditch the winter blues in Bermuda.” Titled “Stretch Your Summer in Bermuda,” the article advises visitors to indulge in local cuisine, experience our culture... Read more of this article

BPS Community Action Team Outreach Clinics

The Central Community Action Team will be holding a series of community clinics next month for the public to attend, including dates in Devonshire, Paget, and Pembroke. The Devonshire Parish clinic will be held at the Devonshire Lindo’s from 11.00am through 3.00pm on Wednesday, December 2; the Paget Parish clinic will be held at Paget Rural Hill... Read more of this article

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 26], according to police. A police spokesperson said, “At last check Thursday morning, the 33-year-old St. George’s man injured when the motorcycle he was riding collided... Read more of this article