Archive for July, 2016
Dr Brown: “A Long, Expensive Witch Hunt”
The fact that “no one is prepared to accept responsibility for spending over $2.2 million on a 6-person, full-time police unit dedicated solely to prosecuting him” is “shameful,” former Premier Dr. Ewart Brown said, adding that “it is bad enough that this money has been wasted, but it is shameful that the people in authority... Read more of this article
Two U.S. Navy Poseidon Aircraft Visit Bermuda
Bermuda is currently playing host to a pair of United States Navy P-8A Poseidon multi-mission aircraft with one of the planes seen landing today [July 22] at the L.F. Wade International Airport. Bernews unofficially understands that the aircraft may be on island for a few days while doing training missions in the area. The Navy’s website says,... Read more of this article
Preparations Underway For ALARYS Conference
Preparations are well underway for Latin America’s third biennial ALARYS risk-management conference in Bermuda this September, with early-bird registration and hotel rates offered via a new website launched by lead sponsor Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA]. The three-day event, to be held September 25–27 at the Hamilton Princess & Beach... Read more of this article
America’s Cup Practice Day Held In Portsmouth
Today at the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Portsmouth started in spectacular style with the Red Arrows wowing the crowds across Portsmouth’s seafront with an outstanding display of aerobatic skill. On the water, Friday is designated official practice day, with four practice races taking place and the first two contests were dominated,... Read more of this article
Video: Singer Jah Cure Arrives In Bermuda
[Updated with video] Reggae star Jah Cure arrived in Bermuda this afternoon [July 22], flying in via a private jet and saying it is great “to back in paradise”. On his arrival, Jah Cure said he “loves Bermuda” and it was great “to back in paradise”. He said there are many festivals being held all over the world this... Read more of this article
Man Charged With Receiving Stolen Goods
Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning [July 22], a 21-year-old man was charged with dishonestly receiving some $22,000 worth of goods. Bryce Daniels was not required to plead as his case will go to the Supreme Court for trial. The charge against Daniels was that in June of this year, in St George’s, he dishonestly received goods, knowing... Read more of this article
Wilson & Carr Named Cricket Players Of Week
Logic and the Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] announced that the Logic Premier Division ‘Player of the Week’ is Temiko Wilson of Western Stars and the Logic First Division ‘Player of the Week’ is Paul Carr of Flatts. “Logic and the BCB are pleased to announce that the Logic Premier Division ‘Player of the Week’ is Temiko Wilson of Western... Read more of this article
Pacers Track Club Win Medals In North Carolina
This past weekend saw the Bermuda Pacers Track Club earn a number of medals at the Russell E. Blunt East Coast [REB ECI] Invitational track meet, held at Durham County Memorial Stadium in Durham, North Carolina. A spokesperson said, “The team competed in ninety degree plus temperature for three days against some 82 other track teams from around... Read more of this article
OBA, PLP Thank Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service
Both the PLP and OBA have extended their thanks to the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service for their efforts in extinguishing the fire on Front Street, and also expressed their support for the businesses that have been affected by the fire. At approximately 4.30am yesterday morning [July 21], a fire broke out on Front Street, with Bermuda Fire and Rescue... Read more of this article
BPS: Delays For Motorists Traveling In The City
[Updated] Following the fire on Front Street yesterday morning, some traffic restrictions remain in place this morning [July 22] and the police advise that motorists traveling into the city may experience some delays. A police spokesperson said, “As a result of the fire there will be delays for motorist traveling in the city this morning. “Front... Read more of this article
Census: Almost Half Of Assessment Numbers
To date, almost half of Bermuda’s assessment numbers have been accounted for, with the vast majority of those who submitted data completing the census online, the Government said. “The Department of Statistics thanks all households who have contributed to the success of the on-line phase of Census 2016,” a spokesperson said. “To... Read more of this article
Column: “Bermuda That Works For Bermudians”
[Opinion column written by MP Jamahl Simmons] Across the island, there is a growing sense that something is deeply wrong in Bermuda. For too many of us the economy isn’t working for us. Many of us have come to the realization that the people we elected to government have spent more time looking down on us than standing strong for us. Our people... Read more of this article
