Archive for April, 2016
BCB Confirms Sunday’s T20 Semi-Final Matches
The BCB can confirm that the First Division T20 semi-final matches tomorrow [May 1] will see Somerset take on PHC at Somerset CC while St. George’s will take on Flatts in the later match at Somerset. In Premier Division T20 semi-final action, Bailey’s Bay will take on Cleveland at Lords in St. David’s while Rangers will face... Read more of this article
Youth America’s Cup Profile: Emily Nagel
In the first of a series of profiles of members of Bermuda’s team in the Red Bull Youth America’s Cup, we spotlight Emily Nagel, who provided insight into the dedication and training that it takes to represent one’s country at the very highest of levels. A former Somersfield Academy student, 22-year-old Ms. Nagel says that she wants to... Read more of this article
“Imagine A World Without Fish” At BUEI Talks
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will screen a film titled “Imagine a World Without Fish: The End of the Line” during an installment of the BUEI Talks series on May 3. The screening of the film – based on a book by Charles Clover, who will be on hand for a Q&A session – will be held at 6.30pm. The event... Read more of this article
Photos/Video/Results: BNAA Track & Field Meet
Sixteen year old Sakari Famous set a new Bermuda National Junior Record today [April 30] when she competed in the U18 Girls High Jump at the BNAA Track & Field Meet hosted by DASH Track Club at the National Sports Centre in Devonshire. The 1.80m leap edged over the previous 1.79m record held by LaTroya Darrell and Zindzi Swan for over ten years.... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: BIOS ROV Regional Challenge
Up to twenty-eight teams from nine Bermudian schools and educational organizations converged on the National Sports Center in Devonshire this morning [April 30] for the 2016 MATE Bermuda Regional ROV Challenge. The program, sponsored by the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS], is part of the Mid Atlantic Robotics IN Education Program [MARINE],... Read more of this article
AC Endeavour Program To Begin In Chicago
The America’s Cup is bringing its Endeavour program – which introduces students to sailing as a way to learn about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math [STEAM] – to Chicago beginning this summer when Chicago hosts the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series race at Navy Pier. A gala in support of the program was hosted on Wednesday,... Read more of this article
“Bermuda Onion Day” Event Set For May 14th
Bermuda Onion Day is set to be held at Carter House in St. David’s on Saturday, May 14 from 12.00pm to 4.00pm. The event poster says, “This day celebrates The Bermuda Onion one of the best onions in the world. Gary Lamb’s Fish Chowder, Jane’s Onion Soup, Pulled pork and fried onion sandwiches, Cheese and Onion sandwiches, all... Read more of this article
35-Year Old Man In ICU Following Collision
A 35-year old Paget man is in the ICU in stable condition after the motorcycle he was riding was involved in a collision with a truck on South Road in Southampton early this morning [April 30]. A Police spokesperson said, “At 1:30 am police and first responders attended a report of a road traffic collision that took place on South Road in Southampton.... Read more of this article
BHS To Hold Early Years Information Session
Bermuda High School [BHS] is inviting all parents who are interested in learning more about the Early Years Programme for 2017, or Year 1 entry for 2018, to attend a coffee morning on Tuesday, May 3 or Wednesday, May 4 at 9.30am and 11.00am. A spokesperson said, “You will have the opportunity to meet the Head of Primary, Ms. Tina Harris; receive... Read more of this article
Butterfield Acquires Bermuda Trust Company
The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited announced that it has completed the acquisition of Bermuda Trust Company Ltd and the private banking investment management operations of HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited. It was announced on 27 October 2015 that Butterfield had agreed to acquire those businesses and additionally take on select HSBC Bermuda private... Read more of this article
BUEI Talks Series To Screen ‘Ocean Vet’ Episode
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] and Gass Productions will present episode four of the ongoing “Ocean Vet” series at an installment of the BUEI Talks series on May 2 and May 5. The screening of the episode – titled “The Mighty Marlin” and narrated by actor Michael Douglas – will be held at 7.30pm... Read more of this article
Video: “Suspicious” Vehicle CCTV Surveillance
Premier and Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley and Junior Minister of National Security Sen. Jeff Baron paid a visit to the Police Comops Headquarters in Prospect for an update on the CCTV monitoring centre on Thursday [April 28]. During the visit civilian operators demonstrated the system and Supt. James Howard provided an operational overview... Read more of this article
