Archive for August, 2016
St. David’s Retains 2016 Eastern County Cup
St. David’s County Cricket Club have held onto the Eastern County Cup after playing in the third round of the 2016 Eastern County Cup Classic held on Saturday [August 27] at the Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club. The east enders held on to a draw when they faced challengers Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club. Bailey’s Bay 184 St. David’s Cricket... Read more of this article
Rip Currents Close West End Of Horseshoe Bay
The western end of Horseshoe Bay Beach has been closed to swimmers this afternoon [August 28] due to dangerous rip currents. Department of Parks’ Lifeguard Service have posted signs at the western end of the beach that read “Do Not Enter Water” and “Warning: Dangerous Rip Currents”. Visitors to the beach are still able to enjoy... Read more of this article
Sunday August 28th: “Good News” Spotlight
News that Kyle Fisher won the RUBiS ‘Fuel For Life’ promotion, Jahlae Outerbridge was awarded the KPMG Scholarship, Tyler Butterfield won the 2016 Ironman 70.3 Timberman triathlon in New Hampshire, and Bermuda model Ella Burt was featured in ’London Life’ magazine were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. Other... Read more of this article
Gaston Strengthens, “Not A Threat At This Time”
[Updated] Gaston has this morning [August 28] been upgraded to hurricane status again with the Bermuda Weather Service saying “Hurricane Gaston is not a threat to Bermuda at this time. “The closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hrs [3 days] is forecast to be 491 nm to the E, 3.00am on Monday, August 29, 2016.” The National... Read more of this article
BNT Appoints Bill Zuill As New Executive Director
The Bermuda National Trust has appointed Bill Zuill as its new Executive Director. Mr Zuill succeeds Jennifer Gray, who stepped down in July after nine years in the post to pursue other interests. BNT President Lt Col William White said Mr Zuill had been appointed after an extensive search which attracted a number of very strong applicants. Lt Col White... Read more of this article
America’s Cup Endeavour Holds A ‘Sailorbration’
AC Endeavour, the America’s Cup youth sailing program, held a special “Sailorbration” event on Saturday [August 27] in Bermuda with the first season of AC Endeavour students graduating from the program. The celebration on Saturday provided the ‘AC Endeavour Graduates’ a chance to share with their families what they’ve learned and show the... Read more of this article
Column: Getting Over Slumps In Productivity
[Written by personal trainer and health coach Tania Kowalski] Even the most motivated people experience slumps in productivity. It’s easy to focus on where we were before and to get stuck in whoas me mode. When clicking the remote to find some mindless reality tv and rolling over in bed feels like it’s zapping the one ounce of energy that... Read more of this article
Results: BTA Tri-A-Tri Event At Clearwater
Jamie Pedro was the first individual competitor to cross the line during the Bermuda Triathlon Association’s Tri-A-Tri Series event at the Clearwater Beach. Pedro covered the 200m swim, 8K bike and 2K run distance in a time of 26.12, and was the third person to cross the line. The team of Brian Desmond, Alex Pilgrim and Nick Pilgrim clocked a winning... Read more of this article
Zara Wilson 2nd MVP Of Digicel Jumpstart Clinic
Zara Wilson was announced as the MVP for the second day of the Digicel Jumpstart Clinic. The 16 year old Berkley student, who was selected by the NBA coaches for her performance and attitude, was awarded with a new Digicel DL1 and prepaid Freedom Bundle. After receiving her prize Zara said, “When I came in today I was very excited and I’m... Read more of this article
TROIKA To Hold Encore Musical Performances
Due to the high demand for tickets to TROIKA Bermuda’s sold out performance of their “Work In Progress #6” musical production of “The Color Purple”, TROIKA is having two more encore performances at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts. A spokesperson said, “TROIKA is having two more encore performance due to popular... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Sunday August 28
Sunday, August 28 is expected to be clear and sunny, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 6.51am and sunset will be at 7.47pm. High tide will be at 5.54am and 6.31pm, while low tide... Read more of this article
Uncorked Summer Event To Support Chewstick
The ‘Uncorked’ summer edition is set to be held on September 15 at the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, with Chewstick to be supported by funds raised by the event. A spokesperson said, “Get ready for the most unique wine tasting these pink shores have ever seen. All the stops are being pulled to create an amazing and fun event... Read more of this article
