Author Archive: Bernews1

Traffic Controls On Middle Road, Southampton

BELCO wishes to advise the public that traffic lights will be in place during the morning rush hour in the area of Middle Road between Fairmont Southampton’s Waterlot Inn and Heron Bay School tomorrow [Aug 10]. A spokesperson said: “BELCO crews are working to repair an underground cable fault in the Hamilton-bound lane in that section of Middle... Read more of this article

14-Yr-Old Charged After Assault Puts Man In ICU

A 14-year-old schoolboy appeared in Family Court this afternoon [Aug 9] facing charges in connection with the Rambling Lane attack this weekend that left a man in the hospital’s ICU. Represented by lawyer Charles Richardson, he will re-appear in October 2012 for further action. In the meantime, the Family Court granted him $2,000 bail with one like... Read more of this article

“How Much Would You Pay To See Me?”

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda will present it’s first ever Non-Talent / Dare Fundraiser – “How much would you pay to see me?” – which will see well known Bermudians perform ‘dares’ to raise money for charity. Some of the contestants include: Dwayne “Sluggo” Leverock, Allan Richardson, Minister Patrice Minors,... Read more of this article

Digicel Sponsors Cyclist Dominique Mayho

Digicel Bermuda has entered into a personal sponsorship agreement with up and coming local Team Madison cyclist Dominique Mayho, along with a separate sponsorship deal with Team Madison itself. 18-year-old Mayho has taken the local cycling scene by storm this season. He recently won the Bermuda National Road Race Championships, the prestigious May 24th... Read more of this article

Witness Appeal: Gang Fracas At Non-Mariners

Police have issued an appeal for witnesses or information in relation to an incident aboard the MV Elizabeth boat at the Non-Mariners Race in Somerset Sunday [Aug 5], which involved alleged gang members from two separate parts of the island. A police spokesperson said, “Police are appealing for witnesses in regards a fracas that took place between... Read more of this article

RenaissanceRe Announces Quarterly Dividend

The Board of Directors of Bermuda-based RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced a quarterly dividend of $0.27 per common share on its common stock. The dividend is payable on September 28, 2012 to shareholders of record on September 14, 2012. In addition, the Board of Directors approved an increase in RenaissanceRe’s share repurchase program, bringing... Read more of this article

Police Issue Another Counterfeit Currency Advisory

Business owners, vendors and individuals alike are being advised today [Aug 9] to be vigilant regarding the circulation of counterfeit currency with the latest incident involving a counterfeit $100 bill with the serial number D/I 019625. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit are still encountering the circulation... Read more of this article

Energy XXI Declares Quarterly Stock Dividends

Bermuda-based Energy XXI announced on Tuesday [Aug 7] its Board of Directors declared a $1.8125 per share quarterly dividend on its shares of 7.25% Convertible Perpetual Preferred Stock, which have a face value of $100 per share, and a $3.5156 per share quarterly dividend on its shares of 5.625% Convertible Perpetual Preferred Stock, which have a face... Read more of this article

Football: Lady Rams Win Women’s FA Cup Title

At the BFA Field last night [Aug 8] the North Village Lady Rams won the Bermuda Football Association’s Women’s FA Cup after defeating the Dandy Stars 3 – 1. Carrie Stroble gave the Lady Rams the lead in the first half a lead they held until the break. Both teams created first half chances with the Lady Rams watching a shot crash back off the upright,... Read more of this article

Motorcycle Race Postponed For Round The Island

The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club has postponed their event previously scheduled for this Sunday [Aug 12] in order to support the Annual Around the Island Boat Race which is being held this Sunday. “As it is the commitment of the BMRC to help develop motor sports in Bermuda the membership voted in favor of postponing our next race event until... Read more of this article

Red Hot Summer Squash Classic Lineup

The Red Hot Summer Squash Classic starts tomorrow [Aug 10] and is on all weekend through to the Men’s Final at 2pm on Sunday 12th August. The Schedule is as follows: Friday 10th August 6.00pm Korin Knights v Dylan Muldoon 6.00pm Colin Alexander v Anthony Fellowes (possibly may be played on 11th) 6.00pm Malcolm Woodley v Chris Stout 6.00pm Kristian... Read more of this article

Rudy Smith’s Disappearance Classified As Murder

[Updated with video] The police held a press conference this morning [Aug 9], and said they are now “officially classifying” the disappearance of Rudy Smith as a murder. Mr Smith has not been seen for a month, and his bike was located in the waters off North Shore last month. A Pembroke man in his 20s was arrested in connection with this... Read more of this article