Author Archive: Bernews1

Jennifer Alen Wins PartnerRe Women’s 5K

[Updated with full results] Hundreds of women turned out for the Partner Re 5k this morning [Oct 7], with Jennifer Alen racing her way to victory. Last year Alen was in the lead, however she collapsed less than 100 meters from the finish line, with Joanna Shillington running past her to claim first place. The largest all-female event on Bermuda’s... Read more of this article

Delegation Attends Meetings In Middle East

Premier Paula Cox is currently leading a delegation from Bermuda to visit member countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council [GCC] in an effort to strengthen and further Bermuda’s partnerships with the region. All expenditure for the Qatar visit is at the expense of the State of Qatar. The delegation consists of Minister of Business Development &... Read more of this article

Police: Sudden Death Of 36-Year-Old Man

On Friday evening [Oct 5] police attended a Southampton residence where a 36 year old man was found in an unresponsive state. He was subsequently pronounced dead, and police said while there does not appear to be any suspicious circumstances an autopsy is anticipated. A police spokesperson said, “Around 6pm on Friday, October 5th police and first... Read more of this article

Man Tells Court “I’ve Found The Lord”

In Plea Court on Friday [Oct 4], with Magistrate Juan Wolffe presiding, James Dana Stovell, 44, of Southampton, pleaded guilty to unlawful common assault and was given a three month prison sentence, suspended for one year. Crown Prosecutor Cindy Clarke told the Magistrate that on 30th August 2012, Stovell had been in Casey’s Bar on Queen Street.... Read more of this article

High Flying Dolphin Fundraiser Show

The National Museum of Bermuda and Dolphin Quest are sponsoring a Dolphin Fundraiser Show on Sunday October 14, 2012, at 2pm. All proceeds from the event will support WindReach Bermuda’s adaptive sports programme. The event runs from 12pm to 4pm, and special guest Bermudian Paralympian Jessica Lewis will be at the event from 12pm to 2pm. Event... Read more of this article

Low Winds Halt Argo Gold Cup Semi Finals

In racing Saturday morning [Oct 6] at the Argo Group Gold Cup, skippers 5-8 from the Quarter Finals sailed a knock-out series to determine their finishes. Adam Minoprio (NZL) Team Argo Group got to choose his opponent and selected the young Aussie David Chapman. That left Bjorn Hansen (SWE) Mekonomen Sailing Team to race Staffan Lindberg (FIN) Alandia... Read more of this article

Photos: Locals Celebrate Caribbean Day

The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the West Indian Association of Bermuda, hosted a celebration of ‘Caribbean Day’ at Victoria Park on Saturday [Oct 6]. Dr Kim Dismont-Robinson and Susan Moore-Williams talk about the day: The event was designed to celebrate Caribbean culture with a festival that included... Read more of this article

UBP’s Charles Swan Asks ‘What’s Going On?’

Opposition MPs continue to speak out about the Park Hyatt development plans, with UBP MP Charlie Swan saying the “Government’s silence causes speculation and in that regard we ask – Is it that the PLP is staying silent so they do not have to go on record?” The ongoing discussions about the old Club Med property in St George’s... Read more of this article

Photos/Video: Police Gymkhana Cycle Races

The 2012 Police Week got underway today [Oct 6] with the Police Gymkhana at the Police Field in Prospect. Children of all ages congregated at the field to take part in races throughout the day, with bikes and helmets provided for those who came without their own. Vendors were on hand providing food and refreshments and the Police Cycle Unit had a... Read more of this article

RenRe Junior Gold Cup Down To The Wire

[Written by Laurie Fullerton] For Renaissance Re Junior Gold Cup sailor Douglas Elmes of Ireland, it all comes down to the last race as he is leading the regatta with 35 points over Tomas di Luciano of Argentina with 41 points. This is the first time Ireland has been to the Renaissance Re Junior Gold Cup and both Elmes and di Luciano have emerged as... Read more of this article

Carole Holding To Close Front Street Store

Carole Holding will be closing her Front Street store after 17 years due to the lack of cruise ships scheduled for Hamilton in 2013. “I have decided to close the Front Street location mainly due to the fact no cruise ships are planned for next season,” said Ms Holding. “The stores at the Fairmont Southampton, Clocktower Mall and Heritage... Read more of this article

Football: Premier & Corona League Results

Football action on Friday night [Oct 5], saw the Wolves and Flanagan’s Onions play to a scoreless draw in the Premier Division, while Tuff Dogs defeated Lock N Key and Flanagan’s Onions won over Lobster Pot in the Corona League. Premier Division: Wolves 0 – Flanagan’s Onions 0 The two teams that were promoted in the 2011/12 season met in... Read more of this article