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Video: OBA’s Review Of Bermuda’s Finances

[Updated] Last week the Minister of Finance declared that the recovery had begun and it is not responsible for a Finance Minister to make a declaration that is not backed up with hard data, Shadow Finance Minister Bob Richards said yesterday [Sept 5]. “I have heard some critics ask, “Well, what would you cut?”; as though that was some sort... Read more of this article

BELCO: Emergency Outage For 333 Residents

Tomorrow [Sept 7], BELCO will be doing emergency work in the western area of Radnor Road to replace poles that have been struck by cars, and approximately 333 area residents will not have power for around six hours beginning at 9am. A statement from BELCO said: “Tomorrow (Friday, 7 Sept), BELCO will be doing emergency work in the western area... Read more of this article

Saltus School To Open Friday, Close On Monday

Saltus Grammar School has sent an email out to parents prior to Hurricane Leslie, saying they will remain open tomorrow [Sept 7], but will be closed on Monday [Sept 10], to enable the maintenance department to “restore buildings to an operable state.” The statement from the school sent out to parents said: “According to the latest... Read more of this article

Photos/Video: Surfers Out Pre-Hurricane Leslie

As Hurricane Leslie continues to slowly churn her way towards Bermuda, people continue to disregard Government’s warnings and beach closures, with a few surfers visible on South Shore this morning [Sept 6]. In their latest update today, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said that Hurricane Leslie has barely moved since last night, and is now... Read more of this article

Hurricane Preparation Tips From Argus Group

The hurricane preparation tips below were provided by the Argus Group: What to do before the storm Secure or bring inside all outdoor objects that could be blown around by high winds: BBQ, garbage cans, lawn furniture Check on your elderly neighbours Stock up on drinking water, canned goods, manual can opener and non-perishable foods Make sure you... Read more of this article

BEST Concerns: Astwood Park Scrambling Plans

The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] said they have been made aware of a scheme that would convert part of Astwood Park into a motocross scrambling track, which they called “inappropriate.” A statement from BEST said: “The public may not remember that Astwood Park was purchased by the Government to be a National... Read more of this article

Hurricane Leslie: Tips From Bermuda Gas

As we anticipate the bad weather associated with Hurricane Leslie this weekend, Bermuda Gas would like to remind the public about some basic preparations that should be made, General Manager Judith Uddin said. Prior to winds reaching any speed that would make venturing outside dangerous, customers should turn off the gas at their cylinders and tanks.... Read more of this article

Butterfield Bank Prepares For Hurricane Leslie

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today [Sept 6] announced that, due to the approach and potential impact of Hurricane Leslie over the weekend, in-branch banking and drive-thru banking services will not be available on Saturday, 8 September 2012. Butterfield’s Internet and telephone banking services will be available as usual. The Bank’s... Read more of this article

Cricket: Outerbridge Named Player Of The Year

Logic and the Bermuda Cricket Board presented the trophy to Logic Premier Division Champions Bailey’s Bay this morning [Sept 6]. They also announced Stephen Outerbridge, the Bailey’s Bay captain, as the Logic Premier Player of the year. Outerbridge scored a total of 448 runs that included two Centuries and one half Century. Logic and the Bermuda... Read more of this article

Photos: Southampton Back To School Party

This past weekend school children and their families made their way to the for the Southampton Back-To-School party, which was hosted by PLP candidates Zane DeSilva and Stephen Todd. Mr DeSilva has hosted the event for the past few years, and this year the event included games for kids, school supplies being given out, face painting, food, fun castles,... Read more of this article

Fire Service Respond: Small Fire On Court Street

Sometime around noon today [Sept 6] the Bermuda Fire Service responded to a report of a small fire near the junction of Dundonald Street and Court Street. Police and Fire Service personnel are on the scene and have extinguished the fire which appears to have involved an electrical transformer [seen in photo above]. Staff from Digicel on Court Street... Read more of this article

Fairmont Bermuda Prepares For Hurricane Leslie

Hurricane preparedness procedures have been put into effect at both The Fairmont Hamilton Princess and Fairmont Southampton in advance of the anticipated arrival of Hurricane Leslie. “Hurricane procedures, as well as safety and security plans, have been implemented,” said Shelley Meszoly, regional director of sales and marketing. “Our management... Read more of this article