Archive for June, 2018
Daniel’s Head Beach Is Open For Summer
A floating water park, snorkeling, jet ski tours, snowballs, and snacks are some of the offerings at Daniel’s Head beach in the west end, which is open for the 2018 summer season. The BLDC said they welcomed back vendors from last year, and are also “introducing new products and services available for visitors to enjoy.” “Last year,... Read more of this article
Photos: Premier & MPs Visit Seniors Homes
Premier David Burt today visited three east end seniors homes –Sylvia Richardson Care Facility, Dorothy Crane Nursing Home and Cynthia’s Rest Home — where he was accompanied by Deputy Premier Walter Roban, Deputy Speaker of the House and Aging Well Committee Chair Derrick Burgess, and MP for St. George’s West, Kim Swan. Premier Burt... Read more of this article
9-Year-Old Golfer Playing Well In Florida
Oliver Betschart, the 9 year old golf sensation who recently advanced in qualifying competition for the prestigious Drive, Chip & Putt in Florida, continued his stellar play during the first round of the Golden Ocala Junior Tournament hosted by the North Florida PGA. Oliver is competing in the 12 & under age group, playing nine holes each day,... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: June 25 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Court: Woman Charged With Stealing $100K
A 45-year-old woman has appeared in court accused of stealing more than $100,000 from her employer. Diedre Woolgar faces multiple counts of theft totaling more than $100,000 from Circuit Supply Inc. between March 2017 and April 2018, and she is also accused of dishonestly falsifying a record. Ms Woolgar did not enter pleas to any of the charges, because... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Tuesday June 26
Tuesday, June 26 is expected to be thunderstorms likely, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/75°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 6.13am and sunset will be at 8.29pm. High tide will be at 8.08am and 8.30pm, while low... Read more of this article
Car & Motorcycle Collision In Court Street Area
A collision involving a car and motorcycle took place in the area of Court Street and Dundonald Street this afternoon [June 25] and police are advising that the area has been cordoned off while the scene is being processed. At 4.30pm, a police spokesperson said, “Please be advised, a collision has taken place between a car and motorcycle in the area... Read more of this article
Dept Hosts Reception For 19 Retiring Educators
The Department of Education recently held their annual retirement reception to honour 19 staff members for their years of service. Minister of Education and Workforce Development Diallo Rabain congratulated the group and praised them for their remarkable years of service. Minister Rabain stated, “In a world that changes nearly every day, it is no... Read more of this article
$8,000 Donation To Develop Therapeutic Garden
Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Trust and Bermuda Hospitals Board announced an $8,000 donation to develop a therapeutic garden for Child & Adolescent Services [CAS] in its location at the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute. Lisa Sheppard, Executive Director at the BHCT adds: “BHCT is very happy to fund the creation of a therapeutic garden for the service... Read more of this article
Clean Up To Begin For ‘Finger’ Solar Project
The Ministry of Transport and Regulatory Affairs is advising motorists of site clean-up works to take place on ‘The Finger’ in St. David’s in connection with the new solar project. “Works will begin June 26th until July 31st, Monday through Friday,” a spokesperson said. “Works will get underway at 9.30 a.m. and are expected to... Read more of this article
U.S. Consul General Visits Deputy Premier
Today the [June 25] U.S. Consul General Constance M. Dierman made a courtesy visit to the Deputy Premier and Minister of Transport and Regulatory Affairs Walter Roban. Ms Dierman recently replaced Mary Ellen Koenig as the island’s U.S. Consul General, with the career diplomat having previously served in locations including Kabul, Baghdad, Bridgetown,... Read more of this article
Ministry: 62 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday
The cancellation of bus runs continue, with the Ministry releasing a list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [June 25] with sixty-two bus runs cancelled. Related Stories Ministry: 4 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday Ministry: 6 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry: 2 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 2 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday Ministry:... Read more of this article
