Archive for November, 2016
Truck Gets ‘Stuck’ On Speed Bump In Flatts
A truck has apparently become stuck on top of the speed bump in Flatts today [Nov 30], with the vehicle seen sitting stationary on the speed bump since late this morning. The driver was seen out of the vehicle helping to direct traffic around the truck, which at our last check today was still ‘stuck’ with another truck on scene preparing... Read more of this article
David W. Burch To Run As Independent
David W. Burch has announced his intention to run as an Independent candidate in the by-election in Constituency 26 Warwick South Central, which is set to take place on December 20th. The announcement said, “The ‘Committee to Elect David Burch’ and his supporters are pleased to announce their candidate intends to apply and file for... Read more of this article
BMA Release Foreign Portfolio Holdings Statistics
The Bermuda Monetary Authority today [Nov 30] released findings from an analysis of the Bermuda-based financial sector and government to determine where and how they invest foreign portfolio holdings. “The Coordinated Portfolio Investment Survey [CPIS] is conducted annually by the Authority with the results becoming part of a broader international... Read more of this article
Children Help Raise Funds For Families In Need
Earlier this month, the Bermuda Boys’ Brigade and the Church Girls’ Brigade worked together at their annual Christmas Car Wash at St. Paul’s Church car park in Paget to help raise funds for charitable giving this Christmas. The Boys’ Brigade and Church Girls’ Brigade members, families, and leaders raised $1,000 and on November 27, Priest-in-Charge... Read more of this article
Bermuda ALARYS Congress Deemed A Success
This fall’s Latin American risk-management conference, ALARYS Congress, has been described as a major success for both the industry and Bermuda. The biennial forum, held at Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club September 25–27, attracted 160 delegates from Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Mexico, Panama, Peru,... Read more of this article
Clarke & Benevides Awarded BHI Scholarships
Two aspiring young Bermudian hospitality workers were recently announced as the 2016 Bermuda Hospitality Institute Scholarship Recipients. Part proceeds raised from last year’s 2nd Annual Tomasz Tabor Golf Tournament, held at Riddle’s Bay Golf Club, will help O’Keisha Clarke and Bianca Benevides continue their education on the island. Ms Clarke,... Read more of this article
PLP: ‘More Information Is Required On Airport’
“It was only after immense pressure by the Opposition and the public that the government, Aecon and CCC finally relented on their long-standing and unjustified refusal to release the schedules of the Airport Development Agreement,” Opposition Leader and Shadow Minister of Finance David Burt, adding that the ”documentation released... Read more of this article
Photos/Results: BSSF Middle School Girls Netball
Saltus Grammar School scored in the last seconds to come away with a 9 – 8 victory over T. N. Tatem Middle School in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Netball Championships. Saltus were led by Selah Tuzo with 5 goals, while Ellen Butterfield added four goals. Zakhari Turner and Asrael Basden both scored four goal each for T. N.... Read more of this article
WiRe Supports Young Woman’s Race Training
WiRe [Women in Reinsurance] has donated $1,500 to fund a scholarship for a young Bermudian woman to participate in advanced race training at an island sailing club. The scholarship is funded on behalf of WiRe by donations from WiRe board members Kathleen Faries, Head of Bermuda for Tokio Millennium Re AG, and Kathleen Reardon, CEO of Hamilton Re. “We... Read more of this article
2nd Annual Neil Burnie Foundation Fundraiser
The second annual Neil Burnie Foundation Fundraiser will be held on December 1 at the Mariner’s Club at 22 Richmond Road in Pembroke. Doors will open at 7.00pm, with the show beginning at 8.00pm, including performances by BONES, Triad, Chris Finsness, The Big Days, and Val Sherwood, along with food by Smokin’ Barrel Food Truck. Tickets are available... Read more of this article
BSRA Club Championships Day #2 Results
The second day of the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association’s Club Championships taking place at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club in Devonshire. Men’s Open Hadleigh Farrar beat Mel Caines 7-11, 11-8, 11-8, 11-1 Andrew Robinson beat Korin Knights 3-11, 11-2, 11-9, 11-6 John Fletcher beat Piers Carr 8-11, 11-2, 11-2, 11-6 Anthony Fellowes... Read more of this article
Sanshou Association To Present FootGolf Event
The Bermuda Sanshou Association will present its inaugural FootGolf Tournament on Saturday, December 10 at Turtle Hill Golf Club. Entry costs $60 per player and includes green fees, cart, a cooler of beers, and an awards reception to follow. Prizes will be included on course competitions, such as hole-in-one and longest drive. Tournament registration... Read more of this article
