Archive for June, 2017
Air Care Staff Win Linc Network Diamond Award
Two staff members of Air Care’s sales team have bee awarded the Linc Network Diamond Award, including Marlyn Kelch, Lead Sales Consultant, and Reggie Weeks, Senior Sales Consultant, at the All-Star Diamond Event in Naples, Florida. Linc is a network of 171 independently owned mechanical services contractors in the US and Bermuda that Air Care... Read more of this article
PLP Congratulates Emirates Team New Zealand
The Progressive Labour Party has extended their congratulations to Emirates Team New Zealand on what they term “a hard fought and stunning victory” in the 35th America’s Cup. Shadow Tourism Minister Jamahl Simmons said, “The Progressive Labour Party extends our congratulations to Emirates Team New Zealand on a hard fought and... Read more of this article
Aecon Awards Contracts To Bermudian Firms
[Updated] Aecon Group Inc, a partner in the redevelopment of Bermuda’s airport, announced today [June 27] the awarding of major contracts to four Bermudian firms, in addition to a number of smaller contracts. The four major contracts awarded are: Security fencing – Horsfield Landscape and Design, one of Bermuda’s leading landscape installers,... Read more of this article
IBA Appoints New President & Vice President
The Institute of Bermuda Architects [IBA] has appointed Duncan Simons as its new President and Lisamarie Masters as its new Vice President. A spokesperson said, “Duncan Simons, previously the Vice President, has been selected to lead the IBA as it continues to represent the architectural industry in Bermuda. This marks a generational and diversity... Read more of this article
Dan Gardner To Speak At Convergence Event
ILS Bermuda Ltd, organisers of Bermuda Convergence 2017, have announced that the event’s first keynote speaker will be journalist, writer, and consultant Dan Gardner. Bermuda Convergence 2017 will be held on October 18 and October 19 at the Hamilton Princess. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Gardner is well known for his invaluable knowledge of business,... Read more of this article
Car Driver Injured In Harbour Road Collision
[Updated] Morning commuters are being advised of expected delays along Harbour Road in Paget due to a single vehicle accident that occurred this morning [June 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Morning commuters are advised to expect delays along Harbour Road in Paget due to a single car crash that occurred around 6:55am this morning in the area of... Read more of this article
Police Confirm The Death Of Calvin Carmichael
[Updated] A 55-year-old man was pronounced dead yesterday [June 26] after being found unconscious and adrift aboard a boat in the waters off Lagoon Road. A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:40pm Monday, June 26th police and first responders were dispatched to a report of an unresponsive male in the Lagoon Road, Sandys parish area. “Initial... Read more of this article
Award Presented To Ministry Of Public Works
On Thursday, June 22, the Buildings Section of the Department of Public Lands & Buildings, Ministry of Public Works, attended the Bermuda National Trust’s annual general meeting and awards ceremony at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, where they accepted a recognition certificate for the “sensitive restoration” of the... Read more of this article
Beach BBQ: Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday
This Saturday [July 1], the Association of Canadians in Bermuda [ACIB] will be celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday at Warwick Long Bay from 12.00pm to 6.00pm. Sponsored by Freisenrbuch-Meyer Group, Surface Trends and Hamilton Princess Beach Club, the ACIB says the event will offer Canadian music, Canadian beer, Canadian gear and “lots of... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 26 2017
June 26 saw 11,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $80,350.00 BD. 10,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 2.2% at $4.35 per share, while another 1,100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $33.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,020.32, down 0.10% on the day. There were... Read more of this article
East End Primary’s First Braille Club A Success
A special assembly was held recently at East End Primary School to recognize fourteen students from P4-P6 for their participation in East End Primary’s first Braille Club. The students were recognized for their hard work, dedication and most importantly, their commitment, which spanned over a four month period. A short overview was given about the... Read more of this article
Bermuda Invitational Permit Meet On July 1
The National Sports Centre will once again be the location for the Bermuda Invitational Permit Track Meet, a professional track and field event where athletes from around the world bring forth their best for a display of talent in the sport of track and field. Scheduled events, starting July 1, will include the Men’s 100m, 110m hurdles, 200m,... Read more of this article
