Archive for February, 2017
Chance To Win $1 Million At Golf Championship
Players in this year’s Grey Goose World Par 3 Championship will have an opportunity to win $1-million [USD]. Sponsored by Greg Norman Apparel and Fairmont Southampton, the $1-million hole-in-one shootout will feature two professional and two amateur golfers. “Adding this exciting element to the Grey Goose World Par 3 Championship rounds out one... Read more of this article
PLP: ‘Non-Bermudians Only Category Growing’
“In between the pretty words lies the stark reality of life under the OBA, which is that non-Bermudians are the only job category growing under the OBA,” Shadow Minister of the Environment, Planning & Workforce Development Diallo Rabain said. Mr. Rabain said, “The OBA Government has a record of broken promises, anti-Bermudian policies... Read more of this article
PLP Congratulate Boxers On Their Victories
Shadow Minister of Community, Youth & Sports Michael Weeks congratulated professional boxer Nikki Bascome on his victory Saturday night, and also extended his congratulations to Krista Dyer, Matthew Tannock, Antonio Perinchief, Courtney Dublin, Tyler Christoper, and Deondre Morris on their respective victories. Mr Weeks said, “On behalf of the... Read more of this article
Sun Life Investments Bermuda Fined $1.5 Million
The Bermuda Monetary Authority has imposed civil penalties totalling $1,500,000 on Sun Life Financial Investments [Bermuda] Ltd pursuant to the provisions of section 20 of the Proceeds of Crime [Anti-Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing Supervision & Enforcement] Act 2008, and restricted the Company’s Investment Business licence pursuant... Read more of this article
Tall Ships Offer The ‘Opportunity Of A Lifetime’
Sixteen or sixty, it doesn’t matter what age, an adventure of a lifetime is within touching distance for residents of Bermuda wanting to crew a majestic tall ship. The Rendez-Vous 2017 Tall Ships Regatta is to take place later this year with the ships coming to the Island. The Sail Training Association of Bermuda [STA Bermuda] is looking for people... Read more of this article
Entry Forms Available For Queen’s Birthday Party
Government House is inviting anyone who would like to attend this year’s Queen Birthday Party — which will be held at Government House on April 20th — to complete the online entry form. A spokesperson said, “This year the Queen’s Birthday Party will be held at Government House on Thursday, 20 April between 6 and 8 pm. “The Governor... Read more of this article
Videos: Bermuda At CONCACAF Championships
“It was a fantastic opportunity for us a country,” Head Coach Kyle Lightbourne said following Bermuda’s participation in the CONCACAF U20 Championships in Costa Rica. Bermuda began competition by playing to 1 – 1 draw with Trinidad & Tobago, their second match was against El Salvador, which saw El Salvador win 3 – 1,... Read more of this article
Three Tennis Players To Compete In El Salvador
The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association today named the 2017 Junior Davis Cup team set to represent Bermuda at the Junior Davis Cup by BNP Paribas. This event takes place in San Salvador, El Salvador from March 27th to April 2nd. The Bermuda Team consists of Trey Mallory, Tariq Simons, Scott Redmond, with National Tennis Director Ricky Mallory traveling... Read more of this article
Bowen And Ming Complete FMA Programme
Gordon Bowen and Tekle Ming have each completed the BOMI Facilities Management Administrator [FMA] programme at the Bermuda College, returning to their jobs following their graduation. Gordon Bowen works in the Facility Department at the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute, but hasn’t ruled out a supervisory position in his future. Tekle Ming works full-time... Read more of this article
Jonte Smith Scores Twice In Lewes FC Victory
Lewes FC played to a 4-0 win against Molesey, with Bermuda’s Jonte Smith scoring twice for Lewes, recording goals in the 29th and 68th minute. The club’s match report said, “After two back to back defeats at The Dripping Pan last week, The Rooks returned to emphatic winning ways with a comprehensive victory in an eventful game at Molesey, reports... Read more of this article
Column: A Workforce Development Plan
[Opinion column written by Jason Hayward] In February 2017, I was fortunate to be invited along with four other Bermudian professionals to take part in a 10-day International Visitor Leadership Program. This program was facilitated by the United States’ Department of State in conjunction with the U.S. Consulate in Bermuda. The focus of the International... Read more of this article
Minister: Fund Helping To Improve St George’s
Speaking in the Senate, Minister of Tourism, Transport & Municipalities Michael Fahy provided an overview about developments in St George’s, and how the funds from the fuel levy have been utilized. The Minister reminded listeners that the UNESCO World Heritage Fund and Levy Act 2013 was passed back in 2013, enabling the town to collect a... Read more of this article
