Archive for May, 2019
Stamp Series Feature Handcrafted Bermuda Hats
Tomorrow [30 May] the Bermuda Post Office will issue a new commemorative stamp series featuring handcrafted Bermuda hats. This latest commemorative stamp can be purchased from the Philatelic Bureau located at Perot Post Office. Created by local artists Donna Pink and Ronnie Chameau, these bonnets and hats are part of a collection of 28 handmade hats... Read more of this article
Leah Scott: What Is The Gaming Board Doing?
“According to the Official Gazette the Government has announced the Board of the Bermuda Casino Gaming Commission – but with no prospect of gaming soon, what is it doing,” Deputy OBA Leader Leah Scott asked today. Ms Scott said, “What are they being paid to be board members? What is their mandate now? Are they taking instructions direct... Read more of this article
Open Chess Championship From June 15 To 17
Bermuda Chess Association will be hosting the 2019 Bermuda Open Chess Championships from Saturday June 15th to Monday June 17th 2019 at the Elbow Beach resort. Tournament schedule Round 1: Saturday June 15th, 9:00 am Round 2: Saturday June 15th, 2:00 pm Round 3: Sunday June 16th, 9:00 am Round 4: Sunday June 16th, 2:00 pm Round 5: Monday June 17th,... Read more of this article
Govt: ‘Will Focus On Making Strides In Fintech’
The Government “will continue to focus on making strides in the Fintech space” and “will not be deterred by the Opposition’s myopic focus on one of the many tech companies that have incorporated in Bermuda,” the Government said. The Government also added that “there is no Memorandum of Understanding with Arbitrade, and... Read more of this article
Govt To Launch New Creative Catalogue Website
This week the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs will formally launch a new website called The Creative Catalogue. A Government spokesperson said, “Heritage Month is entering its final stretch, but the awareness of Bermudian talent continues. This week the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs will formally launch a new website... Read more of this article
Constable Austin Receives Leadership Award
Constable Wynford [Richard] Austin was recently recognised with a leadership award at the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation [ICISF] 15th World Congress in Maryland. A police spokesperson said, “Constable Wynford [Richard] Austin was recently recognised with a leadership award at the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation... Read more of this article
Green Family Donate $10,000 To Salvation Army
The Green family have donated $10,000 to The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal. The Red Shield Appeal is The Salvation Army’s annual global fundraising drive, with all money raised locally going towards local programmes. The Green family’s donation will support the Salvation Army’s numerous programmes which support Bermudians in need. The Salvation... Read more of this article
Opportunity To ‘Personally Release Lou-Seal’
The Mystic Aquarium in Connecticut — where the seal that was found in Bermuda was transferred to — says people can “donate to win an opportunity to personally release Lou-Seal back into her ocean environment.” The Mystic Aquarium’s website said, “A wayward gray seal was rescued by Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo from... Read more of this article
US Customs Launch Global Entry Enrollment
The U.S. Consulate General Hamilton announced the launch of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s [CBP] Global Entry Enrollment on Arrival program at Bermuda’s airport, explaining that while “Bermuda passport holders are currently ineligible for this service, U.S. citizens and those who have a U.K. passport may apply for Global Entry.” “Enrollment... Read more of this article
Panel Discussion: The Pitt Report 41 Years Later
This Thursday [May 30] a Panel Discussion will be held on ‘The Pitt Report, 41 Years Later,’ with the panelists to include Laverne Furbert, Cordell Riley, Rolfe Commissiong, Phil Perinchief, Alex Scott and John Barritt. A spokesperson said, “Former Premier Alex Scott, will join a dynamic panel discussion this Thursday, May, 30th at a public... Read more of this article
Nathan Trott Selected For England U/20 Team
Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott has been named in England’s squad for the 2019 Maurice Ravello Toulon Tournament in France. The Football Association website said, “England MU20s head to France this week to compete in the Maurice Revello Tournament, with head coach Paul Simpson selecting a 21-man squad for the trip. “The Young Lions will face... Read more of this article
P.A.L.S. Tag Day Set For May 31 & June 1
P.A.L.S. is getting set to hold their 38th annual tag day on Friday [May 31] and Saturday [June 1], with Governor John Rankin making the purchase of the event’s first tag. Colleen English De Grilla said, “This week is our 38th annual tag day. In anticipation of our tag days on Friday, May 31st and Saturday, June 1st, I sold the first tag to... Read more of this article
