Archive for June, 2018
Newstead Belmont Hills Now Accepts Bitcoin
Newstead Belmont Hills is now accepting Bitcoin, launching an app-based payment system at its front desk which allows guests to pay with a scan of a unique barcode using the camera on their smartphone. Larry Doyle, owner of Newstead Belmont Hills, said, “We see Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies becoming another mainstream way that people will... Read more of this article
Video: Usain Bolt Interacting With Students
Superstar sprinter Usain Bolt is in Bermuda today [June 26] and he is spending this morning interacting with students, and answering their questions at the National Sports Centre. He will continue his visit to the island with a visit to the Digicel store on Church Street between 12.45 and 1.45pm where he will sign autographs and greet fans. We will... Read more of this article
St. George’s Parish Council Donates To School
The St. George’s Parish Council recently presented East End Primary School with a donation of $500 to go toward their Primary 5 and Primary 6 school trip this month. A spokesperson said, “Five teachers and one parent will be accompanying approximately twenty students, three of which are in the schools Functional Skills Programme. “This... Read more of this article
Kenny Leseur Jr Continues Well In Alabama
Bermuda’s Kenny Leseur Jr continues to play solid golf and has made the 36 hole cut participating in the 2018 Future Masters Tournament in Dothan, Alabama. Kenny fired a second round 73 [+3] which included a disastrous triple bogey on his ninth hole. After 36 holes he is in 23rd position 70-73 [+3] and will comfortably make the projected cut of [+8]. Kenny... Read more of this article
Video: June 26th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Gronda Dobroslaw fined $1500 for using a racist slur towards police officers, Clarien Bank donates $5,000 to ‘The Flora Fund’, Vogue featured BHW, U.S. Consul General Constance Dierman made a courtesy visit to Deputy Premier Walter Roban, site clean-up works on ‘The Finger’ will begin on June 26, Department of Education... Read more of this article
Collision Involving Motorcycle & Pedal Cyclist
[Updated] A collision involving a motorcycle and a person on a pedal cycle took place this morning [June 26] in the area of South Road and Church Bay, the police have confirmed. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 5.16pm: A police spokesperson said, “Around 6:45am today [June 26th] police and fellow... Read more of this article
Senate: Order Of Business For June 27th
The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [June 27th] and Bills before the Senate include the Development and Planning Amendment Act 2018, the Dogs Amendment Act 2018, and the Legal Aid Amendment Act 2018. The Order of Business follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Premier Announces Tax Reductions & Investments Minister On Garage... Read more of this article
Nature Valley 5K Road Race This Sunday
The Nature Valley 5k Road Race will be held this Sunday [July 1], set to start and finish at Butterfield & Vallis on Orange Valley in Devonshire. A spokesperson said, “This Sunday, July 1st, is the Nature Valley 5k Road Race. The race starts and finishes at Butterfield & Vallis, Orange Valley in Devonshire. Walkers will set off at 8.15am... Read more of this article
Tennis: Phillips Advances To 2nd Round In Aruba
Bermuda’s Daniel Phillips continued competing on the Caribbean Junior Tennis Circuit. Phillips is in Aruba competing in the TIHTA Aruba 2018 Main Draw. Phillips has advanced to the Second Round following his First Round Under 14 Boys win over Miguel Chavez from Venezuela. Phillips won in straight sets 6-0, 6-0. Phillips will next take on the Number... Read more of this article
AOG Appoints Ballard As Chief Financial Officer
In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, American Overseas Group Limited [AOG] announced that Ron Ballard has been appointed Chief Financial Officer. The filing stated that “Ron Ballard has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of the Company effective as of June 19, 2018. Mr. Ballard has 25 years of experience in the P&C insurance industry... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 25 2018
June 25 saw 13,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $147,740.00 BD. 7,400 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing even at $16.00 per share, while another 5,100 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 1.3% at $3.80 per share. 400 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 3.8% at $17.75... Read more of this article
Photos: Newport Bermuda Race Prize-Giving
The prize-giving for the 2018 Newport Bermuda sailing race was recently held, with the top sailors recognized for their efforts in the 635-mile race. The organisers said, “His Excellency, the Governor of Bermuda, John Rankin, hosted the Newport Bermuda Race Prize-Giving on Saturday, welcoming hundreds of guests to the grounds of Government House... Read more of this article
