Author Archive: Bernews1

Argus Donates $10,000 To Big Brothers Big Sisters

The Argus Group has made a donation of $10,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda [BBBS] in support of the charity reaching more children through its mentoring programme, which has proven successful in keeping children in school and away from anti-social behaviours. The Argus donations committee proactively chose BBBS to receive funds from its... Read more of this article

Video: Cargo Ship Diverts After Crew Member Dies

The Panamanian registered bulk carrier Star Lily diverted to Bermuda yesterday [July 23] after a 52-year-old crew member fell ill and passed away while on-board. When the Star Lily was approximately 760 miles northeast of Bermuda they contacted Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre reporting they had a crew member seriously ill, however unfortunately... Read more of this article

BF&M Announces Earnings Of $4.5 Million

BF&M Limited today [July 24] announced shareholders’ net income for the three month period ended 31st March 2012 of $4.5 million, resulting in an annualized return on shareholders’ equity of 9%. Shareholders’ net income for the comparative three month period of 2011 was $5.7 million. President & CEO, John Wight [pictured] stated that “Financial... Read more of this article

Allied World Appoints Michelle Hoppes

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, AG has appointed Michelle Hoppes, Senior Vice President, Global Risk Management & Loss Control. In this role, Ms. Hoppes will be responsible for developing loss control products and services, and overseeing an in-house team that provides consulting and client services to policyholders, helping them assess... Read more of this article

Cycling: BBA Bacardi Time Trial Results

The Bermuda Bicycle Association held their Bacardi Time Trial this weekend that saw Dominique Mayho riding for Madison win the Male Open Division clocking 54:15, Shannon Lawrence riding for Fast Forward Bicycle Works finished second clocking 54:49 and Mark Hatherley from Winners Edge finished third clocking 57:12. The Male Veterans Division was won... Read more of this article

Thunderstorm Advisory Issued Again For Today

The island can expect some more inclement weather today [July 24], with the Bermuda Weather Service issuing a Thunderstorm Advisory again – valid for this morning and again this evening. Today’s forecast said there will be sunny breaks with a few showers, chance of thunder early and later, with a high near 29°C/84°F. Tonight will see mostly... Read more of this article

Cannonier: ‘Inner Circle Exploiting A Situation’

[Updated] The PAC report revealed an inner circle of people exploiting a situation to serve their interests before the public interest, Opposition Leader Craig Cannonier said. “The BLDC situation reveals poor judgment and careless behaviour at the highest level of government. If our political leaders do not enforce the rules, if they do not set... Read more of this article

Browne & Pratt Win Caribbean Squash Titles

Bermuda produced two champions at the Caribbean Junior Championships this weekend, with Dylan Pratt [under 13] and Noah Browne [under 19] triumphing in their age groups. More than 100 players from eight Caribbean countries battled for top honours in four age groups: Under 13, Under 15, Under 17 and Under 19. In the boys under 13 match Bermuda’s... Read more of this article

Photos: New Poolside Spa Cabanas At Elbow

The Spa at Elbow Beach has introduced five new Poolside Spa Cabanas and a poolside Finishing Touches Suite for nail treatments. A spokesperson said: “Guests can experience the ultimate in comfort and relaxation in one of five poolside spa cabanas located at the Eastern end of the resort’s free-form temperature-controlled swimming pool. “The... Read more of this article

Platinum Increase Share Repurchase Program

Bermuda-based Platinum Underwriters Holdings, Ltd. has increased the authorized amount under its existing share repurchase program to a total of up to $250.0 million of its common shares. This represents an increase of approximately $163.3 million from the approximately $86.7 million remaining in the program. Repurchases under the program may be made... Read more of this article

Photos/Video: Lightning Strikes Off East End

[Updated with video] Numerous bolts of lightning could be seen over many parts of Bermuda this evening [July 23], with a frontal boundary lingering across Bermuda, causing showers and thunderstorms tonight. The photos and video below were taken between 8.30pm and 9.10pm this evening from a location in St David’s pointing in a southerly direction. A... Read more of this article

Brief Outage: 911 Emergency Phone Line

[Updated] The 911 emergency phone number is currently out of operation until further notice due to the inclement weather, a police spokesperson said this evening [July 23]. “Members of the public who may need emergency assistance are encouraged to contact the main police number on 295-0011 instead, until the situation is rectified. We appreciate... Read more of this article