Archive for December, 2015

Court: 20-Year-Old Denies Stolen Goods Charge

20-year-old Sanchea Douglas elected to be tried in Magistrate’s Court and then plead not guilty, to handling stolen goods, an iPhone alleged to be valued at $1,500, in Pembroke on Tuesday 22nd December 2015. Magistrate Khamisi Tokunbo set trial for February 2016, and granted bail at $2,000 but with a Surety. Related Stories Man Jailed For 12 Years... Read more of this article

Junior National Clay Court Championship Day #1

The 2015 Bermuda Junior Clay Court Championships got underway at the Coral Beach & Tennis Club with three matches played in the 12 & Under Division serving things off. Kallan Richardson defeated Brandon Mederios in straight games 4-2, 4-2, while Sebastian Smith defeated Rupert Lunn in straight games 4-1, 4-1. In 14 & Under Boy’s Group... Read more of this article

Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More

This past weekend saw the island celebrate Christmas, a 21-year-old man die in a road collision, a knife-wielding suspect rob Four Star in Warwick, Nahki Wells score twice for Hudderfield Town and more. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: First Full Moon On Christmas Since 1977 New Years Eve Tribute To Elton... Read more of this article

Police: Man’s Death In Warwick Not Suspicious

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service along with first responders attended the Bulkhead Drive, Warwick area shortly after 8.00pm this evening [Dec 27] after a report of an unresponsive male was received. Police Inspector Troy Glasgow said the man “was in his sixties and the circumstances which led to his demise were not suspicious.” Update... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Monday December 28

Monday, December 28 is expected to be partly cloudy, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 7.18am and sunset will be at 5.21pm. High tide will be at 10.18am and 10.43pm, while low tide... Read more of this article

PLP Condemns Armed Robbery At Restaurant

Following the robbery at the Four Star Pizza in Warwick last night [Dec 26], the Progressive Labour Party has expressed concerns that “the worsening economic conditions, ongoing job losses and cuts to the Police budget could see a continuance of this trend into the new year.” Shadow Minister of Home Affairs, Walter Roban said, “The... Read more of this article

PHC Majorette Registration Deadline January 5th

Registration for the Pembroke Hamilton Club Majorettes and Drum Corps [PHCMDC] is underway and the deadline for signing up is January 5th, 2016. A spokesperson said, “It’s that time again! PHCMDC are welcoming all new and previous members back to the stage. Should you or anyone you know be interested in joining the group for 2016, please... Read more of this article

Gombeys Dance With Grandmother In Wheelchair

The Warwick Gombey Troupe made their Boxing Day trek around the island yesterday [Dec 26] stopping by the Horseshoe Road, Southampton area while on their journey. Long time Gombey fan Mary Burchall does not let the fact that she is in a wheelchair stop her from coming out when the all familiar drum beats can be heard in the neighbourhood. The 76 year... Read more of this article

Harness Pony Racing Boxing Day Results

Vesey Street was a centre of activity as Harness Pony Racing drew a large crowd on Boxing Day. The day saw the track record for the season broken and then broken again by two drivers and ponies. During the Best of Three Aged racing Race 12, Lucas Bridges in the bike of Brona’s Mike was clocked at 1:03/4. But then in the 17th race of the afternoon,... Read more of this article

Police Confirm Death Of Philip Benjamin James

The Bermuda Police Service has today [Dec 27] confirmed the death of 21 year old Philip Benjamin Winfield James after Mr James succumbed to his injuries suffered in a collision in Warwick yesterday. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 21yr old Philip Benjamin Winfield James. “Around 6:20pm... Read more of this article

New Years Eve Tribute To Elton John & Billy Joel

On New Years Eve [Dec 31], 441 Productions are presenting ‘Face to Face – The Ultimate Tribute to Sir Elton John and Billy Joel’ at the Fairmont Southampton. Dinner/show tickets include a gala five course dinner in the Mid-Ocean Amphitheatre with entertainment by Bermuda’s own Simons Brothers Musical Band and the show will be... Read more of this article

Sunday December 27th: “Good News” Spotlight

News that Chef Michiko Campbell held his free turkey dinner event, 4-year-old Yu’udai Trott-Hayward donated his toys to children in need, the Sunshine League and students from Bermuda High School completed a charity garden project, and Clearwater Middle School performed a “mini Christmas concert” for the staff and guests of the Elbow Beach Hotel... Read more of this article