Archive for August, 2019
17-Year-Old Male Released On Police Bail
The 17-year-old male that was arrested in connection with the theft of a handbag from a visitor’s rental scooter basket has been released on police bail. A police spokesperson said, “A 17-year-old male arrested in connection with the theft of a handbag from a 52-year-old female Canadian visitor’s rental scooter basket that occurred around... Read more of this article
GoToBermuda Christened As Clipper Race Yacht
Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] CEO Kevin Dallas did the official honours at St Katharine Docks in London today [Aug 28], at a vessel-naming ceremony for Bermuda’s debut team entry in the upcoming 2019–20 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. The yacht, GoToBermuda, joins 11 other Clipper 70 ocean-racing vessels in the 2019–20 edition of the... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For August 28 2019
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Aug 28] include acting appointments, cancellation of registration, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant and notice of intended marriage. Acting Appointment: Director, Department of Human Resources Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1009/2019 Public... Read more of this article
Bermuda Junior Table Tennis Team Trains In NJ
The Bermuda Tennis Association’s National Junior team wrapped up an intense week of training at Lily Yip Table Tennis Center in Dunellen New Jersey with a successful showing a Westchester Table Tennis Club’s prestigious monthly tournament this past weekend. The team, consisting of Jehziyh Rawlins, Michael Spence-Durrant, David Goonewardene,... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Volume Decreased By 4.4% In May
Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert released the May 2019 Retail Sales Index publication from the Department of Statistics. The Minister explained, “After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation, measured at 0.8% in May, the overall volume of local retail sales decreased 4.4% since May 2018. In addition, the total value... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: August 28 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
USA Team Thank BCB For ‘Excellent’ Tournament
USA Cricket said they would like to recognize the Bermuda Cricket Board for “putting together an excellent” tournament, and also extended their congratulations to both Canada and Bermuda for their successful qualification. A statement on their official website said, “USA Cricket and its Board of Directors and staff would like to recognize... Read more of this article
19-Year-Old Woman Released On Police Bail
A 19-year-old woman who was arrested in connection with the stabbing of an 18-year-old woman in Southampton has been released on police bail. A police spokesperson said, “A 19-year-old woman arrested in connection with the stabbing of an 18-year-old Devonshire woman around 12:30am Sunday, August 25th outside the Rum Bum Beach Bar, Horseshoe... Read more of this article
Two Men Arrested In Connection With Assault
Two 24-year-old men have been arrested in connection with the assault of a security officer at East End Mini Yacht Club, and a 38-year-old man who was arrested shortly after the incident has since been released on police bail. A police spokesperson said, “Two 24-year-old men – both believed to be from St. George’s – have been arrested in... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Thursday August 29
Thursday, August 29 is expected to be partly cloudy skies, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 6.52am and sunset will be at 7.47pm. High tide will be at 8.15am and 8.43pm,... Read more of this article
BPS: Formal Complaints Required To Investigate
Noting that they are “aware of recent allegations circulating on social media about instances of alleged past or current inappropriate sexual behaviour,” the police have “reminded the public that formal complaints are required by law in order for the police to investigate such allegations.” A police spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Family Centre To Have Booth At Pride Event
“Pride is a celebratory time for the LGBTQI+ community and supporters alike. It is also a time to reaffirm our commitment to creating a more equitable world for everyone,” Executive Director of the Family Centre, Martha Dismont said. A Family Centre spokesperson said, “Bermuda Pride 2019 will hold its first ever LGBTQI+ Pride celebration... Read more of this article
