Archive for June, 2017

BPSU: Motion Against Post Master General

BPSU: Motion Against Post Master General

Members of the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] Postal Division have “voted overwhelmingly to support a motion of No Confidence in the leadership of the Post Master General”. Citing staffing issues, information technology and equipment malfunctions, and building conditions/health and safety concerns, the BPSU said “On behalf of... Read more of this article

WEDCO Ambassadors Greet Dockyard Visitors

WEDCO Ambassadors Greet Dockyard Visitors

The team of Marshell Smith, Shanley Todd, Tihana Booth, Lovette Marshall, Yasamine Douglas, and John Scotland have all started work at Royal Naval Dockyard as official WEDCO ambassadors, making it their duty to welcome visitors “with a smile and a big Bermuda welcome that makes people feel instantly at home.” A spokesperson said, “They... Read more of this article

CURB Releases 2017 Racial Justice Platform

CURB Releases 2017 Racial Justice Platform

Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] has released their 2017 Racial Justice Platform, which outlines “the importance of racial justice to the Bermuda community.” The organisation said, “Today Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] releases its 2017 Racial Justice Platform outlining the importance of racial justice to... Read more of this article

‘Community Appeal’ Against Same-Sex Marriage

‘Community Appeal’ Against Same-Sex Marriage

More than 8,000 members of the Bermuda public have signed a “community appeal” against the recent same-sex marriage ruling, according to Preserve Marriage supporter Maxwell Burgess, with meetings to be held this evening at 5.30pm and 7.30pm at Heritage Worship Center; only those who signed the appeal are invited to attend. Mr. Burgess said,... Read more of this article

LIV Bermuda Set To Begin On July 7th

LIV Bermuda Set To Begin On July 7th

LIV Bermuda, described as “the ultimate social experience,” is set to take place from July 7 to July 9, encompassing four different events. Organized and owned by DeShae DeShields, in partnership with Leyde St. Leger, LIV Bermuda is a locally produced event that attracts international visitors to the island to “experience Bermuda like... Read more of this article

Video: Proposed Plans For Flatts Railway Trail

Video: Proposed Plans For Flatts Railway Trail

One June 21, a computer-generated video, titled “Flatts Railway Trail Reconnection Proposal, Bermuda” was published on YouTube, showing plans for a pedestrian walkway through Flatts. The video was produced and published by Peter Carfoot at Linberg & Simmons Architects for The Friends of the Bermuda Rail Way Trail. Under these plans,... Read more of this article

Headway Hair & Beauty Show On July 28th

Headway Hair & Beauty Show On July 28th

The Headway Hair & Beauty show will be held on July 28 from 4.30pm to 6.30pm at Washington Mall in Hamilton, with a number of attractions to be included. A spokesperson said, “Kick off Cup Match early and stop by the Washington Mall. Join us for free drinks and nibbles, while picking up ideas on how to wear your hair, from informal beach styles... Read more of this article

Kiwanis St George Backs Girls Football Team

Kiwanis St George Backs Girls Football Team

When the Bermuda select girls’ football team heads for the United States next month they will have the moral backing of Bermuda – not the least of this support comes from the Kiwanis Club of St George. The club is backing the football team in a very tangible way, to the tune of a $2,000.00 donation towards the team’s expenses. The... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 27 2017

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 27 2017

June 27 saw 3,348 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $110,484.00 BD. 3,348 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 1.5% at $33.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,997.83, down 1.11% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related... Read more of this article

Cup Match After Party Set For August 4th

Cup Match After Party Set For August 4th

Selecta Fray of IRIE FM will be hosting the Cup Match After Party on Friday, August 4, to be held inside Fort St. Catherine. The event will feature music by Nikki Z, DJ Spin Citi, DJ Young Chow, King Jyrus, Twinstarr, DJ Sheep, One Life Sound, and DJ Coolie. The event will also feature an open bar, an elevated dance floor, and a complimentary plate... Read more of this article

Saltus Students Earn Place In US Universities

Saltus Students Earn Place In US Universities

“Three Saltus Grammar School students and Bermudian sports stars of the future have won places in US universities renowned for their sporting excellence”, according to a school spokesperson. “Tyquann Perinchief has accepted an offer at NCAA DI Appalachian State University [Boone, North Carolina] soccer programme. “Bryce Gonsalves... Read more of this article

Archers Claim First Ever Island Games Medal

Archers Claim First Ever Island Games Medal

Bermuda Archers claimed their first ever Island Games medal today [June 27] while competing in Gotland. A spokesperson said, “Bernard Wade III and Tiffany Slaton of Bermuda beat 10th seeded Shetland Islands and then 3rd seeded Jersey, followed by 2nd seeded Åland to face 1st seeded Guernsey in the final. Guernsey were too strong for Bermuda and... Read more of this article