Archive for March, 2017
Video: PLP On Review Report On Protest/Police
[Updated] Following the release of the Peer Review Report, which was prepared by an officer seconded to the UK’s National Police Coordination Centre, Opposition Leader David Burt said that “if they coordinated anything, it was to be complicit in the lack of disclosure on the pepper spraying of citizens on that fateful day.” “This... Read more of this article
PLP Express Condolences To Peniston Family
The Progressive Labour Party have expressed condolences following the passing of Rita Peniston. “A former Pembroke West PLP candidate [1983], she was a steadfast supporter through thick and thin. A woman of principle, she was not one to hold her tongue, but she was one to ensure we stayed committed and true to our goals,” the PLP said. “The... Read more of this article
Court: 44-Year-Old Denies Sexual Exploitation
Appearing in Magistrates Court, a 44-year-old Warwick man denied sexually exploiting a young girl. The defendant faced five charges alleging the sexual exploitation of a young girl between 2014 and 2016. The man pleaded not guilty to all five charges, was given a mention date of 13th April, and granted bail of $5,000, [Note: Due to legal reasons there... Read more of this article
BPS Confirm Death Of Bermudian In Jamaica
The Bermuda Police have confirmed the death of a Bermudian man in Jamaica “under suspicious circumstances.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of the death of a Bermudian man in Jamaica under suspicious circumstances. “A BPS Family Liaison Officer has been assigned to the deceased’s family... Read more of this article
Karting: Horseman Competes In North Carolina
Bermuda Karting Club member Blake Horseman competed in the Gearup F-Series Racing in North Carolina. Horseman was consistent in the racing, with three top 10 finishes, after recording a 6th place finish in the Formula TAG Qualifying Race. Competing in the 36 driver field Formula TAG Division, Horseman finished 8th in Race 1 covering the 10 lap course... Read more of this article
Rawlins Signs Contract Extension With Sussex
Sussex Cricket announced that Bermudian Delray Rawlins has signed a one-year contract extension, with the club noting that Rawlins has “risen to prominence for the England Under-19’s recently, starring on their tour of India.” The Sussex County Cricket Club website said, “The 19 year-old starlet who hails from Bermuda and signed a first... Read more of this article
Video: Alcohol Awareness Month Launched
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and this morning [March 30] CADA hosted a press briefing with the theme of “Connecting the Dots: Opportunities for Recovery”. Participants in today’s press event included the Minister of National Security Jeff Baron, Shadow Minister for Community, Youth & Sports Michael Weeks, CADA Executive Director Anthony... Read more of this article
Registration Opens: Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon
Clarien Bank announced that registration will open Friday, March 31 for the 29th annual Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon and Carnival which will be held Saturday, May 20 at Clearwater Beach in St. David’s. The event is temporarily moving from its usual June date in order to avoid competing with various America’s Cup-related activities. The popular swim-bike-run... Read more of this article
New Zealand’s Race Boat Heading To Bermuda
After 21 days of sailing in the Hauraki Gulf, Emirates Team New Zealand has lowered its bold red wing sail in New Zealand for the final time with the focus immediately on shifting to begin disassembling their race boat and get it ready to be packaged up for its Emirates flight to Bermuda. The team race boat, was christened six weeks ago on February... Read more of this article
Bermuda Claim Second Win, Defeat Puerto Rico
Following after their victory over Jamaica, Bermuda’s Junior Davis Cup Team upset the number 6 seed Puerto Rico by defeating them 2-1, with Bermuda winning their pool to advance to the elimination round of the Junior Davis Cup Event in El Salvador. Coach Ricky Mallory said, “This is an impressive result for our players and for tennis in Bermuda.... Read more of this article
Photos & Results: Basketball All Star Game
The Bermuda Island Basketball Season came to a close inside the Cedarbridge Academy Gymnasium, with the playing of their All-Star Game, which saw the West defeat the East by a margin of 103 – 90. Jah’nique Hogan scored 22 points to lead the West to victory, while regular season and championship game MVP Dean Jones scored 20 points for the... Read more of this article
Endurance Upgraded Following Acquisition
A.M. Best has removed from under review with positive implications and upgraded the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] to A+ from A, and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings to “aa-” from “a” of Bermuda-based Endurance Specialty Insurance and its subsidiaries. A.M. Best also has upgraded the Long-Term ICR to “a-” from “bbb” and the Long-Term... Read more of this article
