Archive for September, 2016
Deadline Looms For Tourism Investment RFP
Two deadlines are approaching for individuals who want to land business partnerships with the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] in 2017, as the Tourism Experiences Investment application process and the Live Entertainment Showcase request for proposal [RFP] process both close September 30, 2016. Tourism Experiences Investment The BTA said, “Tourism... Read more of this article
Oil Spill In Southampton Causing Traffic Delays
[Updated] An oil spill on Middle Road in Southampton this afternoon [Sept 27] is causing traffic delays, with traffic being diverted along the Railway Trail. At 4.00pm, a police spokesperson said, “Please be advised, there has been an oil spill on Middle Road in Southampton in the area of Whale Bay. “Traffic has been diverted along the... Read more of this article
Govt Seeking 250 More Interviewers For Census
The Department of Statistics is seeking more than 250 census interviewers to conduct door-to-door interviews to gather census information. “Those interested in these part-time positions should apply by 7:00 p.m. Bermuda time on 28 September, 2016 at www.govtcareers.gov.bm,” a spokesperson said. “Successfully trained interviewers will... Read more of this article
Commission Of Inquiry: Public Hearing & Airport
[Updated] The Commission of Inquiry will commence its public hearings tomorrow, and also said that as “the issue has been raised publicly, the Commission also wishes to state publicly that no undertaking was ever given to the Government that we would not inquire into the airport project.” The statement said, “The Commission of Inquiry... Read more of this article
Video/Results: Open Water Swimming Nationals
The Bermuda National Open Water Championships took place on Sunday with swimmers taking to the waters at Clearwater Beach and Turtle Bay to participate in one of three races which consisted of a 5k, 1500m or 400m open water swim. Daniel Kunst won the 400m open water swim placing first with a time of 6:26. Harlan Watson-Brown came second in a time of... Read more of this article
Right To Know Day: Panel Discussion On PATI
The Information Commissioner’s Office is hosting a panel discussion as part of their Just Ask! campaign for International Right to Know Day on 28 September. The panel is titled Just Ask! Looking Back & Looking Ahead at our Right to Know. Panelists will be discussing how the lack of access to information affected their work or advocacy before the... Read more of this article
BHB: Financials & Strategic Plan For 2016 – 2021
The Bermuda Hospitals Board today released end of year unaudited financial statements for 2015/16 as well as their ‘Strategic Plan for 2016 – 2021.’ The BHB said that highlights for the fiscal year 2015/16 include “completion of a six month strategic planning process for the entire BHB that received stakeholder input from 300... Read more of this article
250 People To Visit For Girls Football Tournament
More than 250 visitors are set to come to Bermuda when Saltus Grammar School hosts a girls’ football tournament, the school said today, Saltus is a member of the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools [CAIS] – an organization that develops and promotes educational excellence in independent schools through a rigorous accreditation process. Deputy... Read more of this article
Motorcyclist Moved From ICU To General Ward
The 36-year-old Barbadian male motorcyclist who was injured in a collision three weeks ago has been transferred from the Intensive Care Unit to a general ward at the hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. A police spokesperson said, “At last check 7:30am today [Tuesday, September 27th] the 36-year-old Barbadian male motorcyclist injured... Read more of this article
White Kia Sportage Vehicle Reported Stolen
[Updated] The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating a white Kia Sportage — license plate 16306 — which was reported stolen from outside a Hilltop Drive, Hamilton parish residence. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating a white Kia Sportage... Read more of this article
Fairmont Southampton Launching ‘FootGolf’
Fairmont Southampton is celebrating the Ryder Cup and the launch of FootGolf with an Open House Golf Weekend from Thursday, September 29, until Sunday, October 2 at Turtle Hill Golf Club. The event will include a women’s golf and spa day; free access to the club’s new practice area; free family FootGolf; and free golf group sessions. A... Read more of this article
TORC “Auto-Moto” Car Show This Saturday
This Saturday, October 1st, from 5pm – 10pm Bermuda’s most luxurious and artistic cars, bikes, trucks and SUVs will be on display at the 2016 TORC Grand “Auto-Moto” Salon. “Local customized automobiles and motorcycle will show-off and compete in 10 different categories to see who has the best vehicle on the island,” a spokesperson... Read more of this article
