Author Archive: Bernews1

Fire Service Responds To Sandys House Fire

Last night [Aug 7] firefighters responded to a fire on the upper level of a 2 storey residential unit in Sandys. A spokesperson said: “At 6.35 this evening, August 7, BFRS received a call through the 911 Dispatch Facility reporting a structural fire at #56 Seawall Drive, Sandys. “BFRS responded with 2 fire appliances, 2 support vehicles... Read more of this article

Looking At Bermuda’s 2012 Olympic Highlights

Bermuda’s eight-strong Olympic team has concluded competition in the 2012 London Games, with the entire team earning various accolades and distinctions. Six of the athletes have competed in the Olympics before, and every single one of them improved upon their first showing. Roy Allan Burch moved up almost 40 spots, Jillian Terceria almost 25 spots, Arantxa... Read more of this article

Photos: Seymour’s Pond “Blooms” Pink

The Department of Conservation Services carried out preliminary tests on a sample from Seymour’s Pond in Southampton and found single-celled plankton and numerous bacterial cells which are known to produce striking pink “blooms” in salt ponds. A spokesperson said: “The Department of Conservation Services has today carried out... Read more of this article

BHB Confirm Dr Victor Scott: Interim Chief Of Staff

Bermuda Hospitals Board announced the appointment of Dr Victor F Scott, MD, MACP, AGAF, as Interim Chief of Staff for period up to three months. The previous Chief of Staff, Dr Donald Thomas, was placed on “administrative leave” recently, with the BHB declining to comment on the reasons why. As Interim Chief of Staff, Dr Scott will report to BHB... Read more of this article

New BFA National Academy Director: Richard Todd

The Chairman of the Bermuda Football Association’s Player Development Committee Mark Wade announced Richard Todd as the new National Academy Director. Mr Wade said, “Todd joins the National Program and brings a great level of experience both Locally and Internationally.” Mr Todd has previously served as assistant coach of the Bermuda National... Read more of this article

Thieves Break Into Boaz Island Gas Station

Two thieves broke into the Boaz Island Gas Station in Sandys early yesterday morning [Aug 6]. Police say it is unclear what items may have been removed but are appealing for witnesses or anyone with any information to call 234-1010. A police spokesperson said, “Around 6.30am on Monday, Police attended a report of a burglary at the Boaz Island... Read more of this article

Police Seize 40 Cannabis Plants In Smiths

Police recently seized approximately 40 cannabis plants from an area in Smiths parish. A police statement said: “Based on information received, Police attended an area in Smiths’ parish where a large number of cannabis plants were found to be growing. “The area of land was concealed by bush and trees approximately 15 to 20ft from the road... Read more of this article

Olympics: Arantxa King Finishes In 13th Place

[Updated: Arantxa King jumped three times, with her best jump of 6.4m earning her a 13th place finish, missing the finals by one spot as the top 12 go through. This is a substantial improvement on her 36th place finish at the 2008 Olympics. The 22-year-old was the final Bermudian to compete in these Olympic Games.] Arantxa King — the final Bermudian... Read more of this article

Jamaicans Celebrate 50 Years Of Independence

Jamaicans in Bermuda and all over the world yesterday [Aug 6] observed the 50th anniversary of Jamaica’s independence from British rule. Celebrations were compounded as during this same time period Jamaican sprinters are again dominating the Olympics, with Usain Bolt winning the gold medal in the men’s 100m, with his fellow Jamaican Yohan... Read more of this article

BHB Appoints New Chief Of Human Resources

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] have today [Aug 7] announced the appointment of Christine Lloyd-Jennings as Chief of Human Resources. Ms Lloyd-Jennings takes over from Paul Jones, who had held the position on an interim basis since 2011. The Chief of Human Resources reports to the Chief Executive Officer, Mrs Venetta Symonds, and is responsible for recruitment,... Read more of this article

Bermuda Hospitals Board Awards 13 Scholarships

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has awarded $120,000 in scholarships for this fiscal year [and paid over time periods from one to three years] to 13 students studying in fields that are projected to be in demand by the hospitals. These include Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Sonography/Radiology, Medical Technology and Pharmacy. In addition,... Read more of this article

Court: “I Have No Money, I’ll Do The Time”

Keith Simmons, 45, appeared in Magistrates Court this morning’s [Aug 7] and told Magistrate Tyrone Chin that he could not pay an old fine of $1,250 from 2008. Mr Simmons told the Magistrate: “No sense ducking and ducking from something I cannot pay. I’ll do the time. I have no money. Might as well send me up Westgate.” The Magistrate suggested... Read more of this article