Archive for November, 2017
Salvation Army’s Christmas Fundraising Launch
Today [Nov 30] the Junior Minister of Social Development and Sports Senator Jason Hayward threw his support behind the Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle Fundraising Campaign which raises money for those in our community who are most in need. Pictured below at the official launch of the Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle Fundraising Campaign... Read more of this article
Video: Fathers Bermuda Support Group Initiative
[Updated] Minister of National Security Wayne Caines and Gang Violence Reduction Coordinator Pastor Leroy Bean held a press conference this afternoon [Nov 30] to discuss the formation of the ‘Fathers Bermuda’ group, which consists of fathers affected by gun and gang violence. “Although bonded by tragedy,” Minister Caines said,... Read more of this article
BELCO Adopting Incident Command System
BELCO yesterday [Nov 29] hosted a Safety and Environmental Emergency Response Table Top exercise as part of its long-term adoption of the Incident Command System [ICS]. “ICS is a standardised approach to command, control and coordination of emergency response that is widely used in Canada, the USA and the United Kingdom. It has also been recommended... Read more of this article
Police: Roel Flores ‘Died Of Natural Causes’
[Updated] The police have confirmed the death of 52-year-old Roel Flores following a motorcycle collision in Warwick. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 52-year-old Roel Flores and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. “Mr. Flores, a Filipino guest worker, was apparently involved... Read more of this article
St. George’s Water Plan Information Forum
The Ministry of Public Works is encouraging residents to attend a Public Information Centre to learn about the latest recommendations of the “Strategy for Sustainable Water and Wastewater Servicing – St. George’s Parish” on Wednesday, December 6th. A Government spokesperson said, “Next week, the Ministry of Public Works is encouraging residents... Read more of this article
Dec 2: Menuhin Foundation Christmas Concert
The Menuhin Foundation will be hosting their Annual Christmas Concert on Saturday [Dec 2] from 5.00pm to 6.00pm at St. John’s Church, Pembroke. A spokesperson said, “The Menuhin Foundation is holding its Annual Christmas Concert from 5pm – 6pm this Saturday, 2nd, December at St. John’s Church, Pembroke. Various orchestras; ensembles and soloists... Read more of this article
Video: Overturned Truck Removed After Collision
[Updated] As of 11.30am this morning [Nov 30], Police are advising the public that traffic is being diverted in the North Shore Road area, near the Railway Trail and Bethel AME Church, as result of a collision. A police spokesperson said, “Please be advised that a truck collided with a wall on North Shore Road near the Railway Trail and Bethel AME... Read more of this article
Results: Warriors Bowling League Action
Warriors Bowling League action recently continued, with Navaho defeating Sioux 3-1, Commanche defeating Kickapoo 4–0, and Mohican defeating Blackfoot 4–0. The full results follow below: Men’s scratch game Vernon Harrison 204 Gilbert Trott 193 Richard Smith 161 Men’s Handicap game Tyrone Fox 272 Clarence Burrows 222 Llewellyn Jones 209 Men’s... Read more of this article
54-Year-Old Airlifted Overseas For Treatment
The 54-year-old man injured in a collision on Tuesday evening in Warwick has been airlifted overseas for further medical treatment. A police spokesperson said, “At last check earlier this morning [November 30th] the 54 year old Warwick man seriously hurt in a two motorcycle collision at the junction of Middle Road and Ord Road, Warwick around 8:30pm... Read more of this article
Interested In A Career In The Maritime Industry?
Endeavour Community Sailing and the Bermuda College Division of Professional and Career Education are teaming up on a new initiative for youth in Bermuda, offering a course for Bermudian residents ages 16 to 24 years old who are interested in pursuing a maritime industry career. “Potential candidates do not need a sailing background to apply for... Read more of this article
Hamilton Princess To Host Teddy Bear Tea
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will once again be hosting the popular Teddy Bear Tea events at Crown & Anchor on Saturdays and Sundays this December. Children are encouraged to bring along a new teddy bear or other stuffed animal which will be donated to the Salvation Army and the Family Centre. These toys will be given to Bermuda’s less fortunate... Read more of this article
Anniversary Of Riots, People Urged To Reflect
On the 40th anniversary of the 1977 riots, Imagine Bermuda is urging the community to of “reflect on the theme ‘Every Life is Precious’ as we look towards a better Bermuda emerging in the 21st century.” “The weekend of December 2, 1977 marked the tragic conclusion to a most destructive chapter of Bermuda’s history,”... Read more of this article
