Archive for October, 2017
Video & Results: BMRC Motorcycle Circuit Races
With only two more race days left in the season, racers are pushing their all into ending the season on a high. “Minibike Juniors welcomed a new competitor, Jediah Cumbermack [age 11], who secured a solid third overall for all three heats of the day,” the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club said. “Jediah is the BMRC’s newest racer... Read more of this article
Goalkeeper Nathan Trott “Truly Outstanding”
Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott was “truly outstanding” as the West Ham United U23s defeated Manchester City 2 – 1, “producing a succession of saves” during the match. The club’s match report said, “West Ham United U23s continued their bright start to the Premier League 2 Division 1 season with a scintillating 2-1... Read more of this article
Fry-Angle Aquarium Fish Show On Nov 11
The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society will stage its Annual Fish Show on November 11 at Peace Lutheran Church Hall in Paget. The poster says, “Come and see Bermuda’s most beautiful and unusual fish on display and in competition. Show your own best fish. Entry forms are available on www.fryangle.com or at Noah’s Ark. “Completed... Read more of this article
Equestrian: Nisbett Begins Competing In Belgium
Bermuda’s Patrick Nisbett began competing in the CSI2* and CSIYH1* Opglabbeek International Horse Jumping event at the Sentower Park in Belgium. On the first day Nisbett competed in one Class. During the 1.30m CSI2* Table A Class, Nisbett and Balasz finished 59th clocking a time of 63.68, but they also had 4 Penalty Fault Points. Related Stories Nisbett... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Second Seabin Installed At RHADC
A V5 Hybrid Seabin has been installed at the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club [RHADC] thanks to the sponsorship of Butterfield, a Global Pilot Partner of the Seabin Project. The Seabin is a floating rubbish bin designed to be placed at marinas, docks, yacht clubs and commercial ports as a part solution to the current global littering problem. Water... Read more of this article
Devwah Whaley Scores In Arkansas Win
Bermuda-born American football player Devwah Whaley went 12-yards to give Arkansas its first touchdown of the game which helped Arkansas earn the victory over Ole Miss. The school’s match report said, “Arkansas kicker Connor Limpert drilled a 34-yard field goal with four seconds left in the fourth quarter to give the Razorbacks a 38-37... Read more of this article
A.M. Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of BF&M
A.M. Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] of “a” of BF&M Life Insurance Company Limited , which is domiciled in Hamilton, Bermuda. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings of BF&M Life, BF&M General and Island Heritage are based... Read more of this article
Fire Service Extinguish Car Fire In St. David’s
The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to a vehicle fire on Sofar Lane in St. Davids at approximately 2:52am this morning [Oct 30]. “Two firefighters dressed in full protective gear then used a combination of water and foam to extinguish the fire due to its intensity,” the BFRS said. Fire Service spokesperson Staff Officer Delton... Read more of this article
Netball: Phoenix Heat Win BNA Tournament
The Phoenix Heat won the Bermuda Netball Associations 2017 Sylvia Eastley Netball Tournament at the Bernard Park going undefeated gaining 18 points. The North Village Lady Rams finished second with 12 points, and also finishing with 12 points was the Tigers in third place. 2017 Sylvia Eastley Tournament Results Blazzin Heat 3 Lindo’s Tigers 4 Storm... Read more of this article
Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos
This past weekend saw 30-year-old Rakai Augustus die following a car collision in St George’s, at least three other road collisions, Flora Duffy win the XTERRA World Championship in Hawaii, the Barbados football team defeat Bermuda 3 – 2, the Bermuda Fashion Festival get underway, BNT Farmfest, BUEI Halloween party, Strongman competition,... Read more of this article
People Injured & Arrested After Three Collisions
Two people were injured and a 29-year-old man was arrested following a collision in Hamilton, a 44-year-old man was injured after crashing his motorcycle on Kindley Field Road in St. George’s, and a female driver is expected to be arrested on suspicion of impaired after a car crashed into a utility pole in Southampton. Driver Arrested After Collision... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Rakai Augustus
The police have now confirmed the death of 30-year-old Rakai Augustus following the car collision late last night in St George’s. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 30-year-old Rakai Augustus and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. “Mr. Augustus was seriously injured... Read more of this article
