Author Archive: Bernews1

Police To Row One Million Metres For Charity

Members of the Somerset Branch of the Bermuda Police Service intend to row one million metres in July as a fundraiser for Sandys 360. The twelve officers will alternate rowing, and it is anticipated that the event will take over 3 days to complete. A statement from Sandys 360 said, “The Somerset Branch of the Bermuda Police Service has been a... Read more of this article

White Mountains Additional Share Repurchase

The Board of Directors of Bermuda-domiciled White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. has authorised the Company to repurchase up to an additional 1,000,000 common shares, from time to time, subject to market conditions. This authorisation is in addition to the roughly 31,000 shares remaining under the Company’s existing share repurchase authorization. Shares... Read more of this article

Deuss Receives 6 Month Suspended Sentence

One-time Bermuda-based businessman John Deuss was given a suspended prison sentence of six months and a fine of 327,000 euros [$409,000], after being found guilty in a Dutch court of banking without a license and failing to report unusual transactions. The 69-year-old banker and oil trader stood trial in Arnhem along with his sister, who was also convicted... Read more of this article

Somerset Fun Day & Majorette/Dance Display

The Entertainment Committee of Somerset Cricket Club are hosting their Annual Majorette/Dance Display this Saturday [May 26] at 6pm. This year’s event is titled ‘U Got Talent’ and will feature many of the groups from the Bermuda Heritage Day Parade. The Fun Day starts from 3pm with activities including a fun castle, big slide, airbrush tattoos,... Read more of this article

Premier Tables Bill To Increase Good Governance

Earlier today [May 25] in the House of Assembly, Premier Paula Cox tabled the second phase of the Good Governance legislation. The Bill makes provision for Ministers to be appointed to hear an application or appeal on behalf of another Minister who has a conflict of interest, to extend whistle blower protection, to increase the period within which offences... Read more of this article

Photos: 2012 Bermuda Day Half Marathon Finish

Chris Estwanik crossed the finish line first to claim his fifth consecutive title in yesterday’s [May 24] Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby which saw 700 runners cross the finish line. His wife Ashley Estwanik claimed the female title finishing in a time of 1:25:33. Chris Estwanik has become only the fourth person in the history of the race —... Read more of this article

Man Arrested After Assault On North Shore

A 43-year-old man was arrested last night [May 24] after an assault on North Shore Road in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “Around 9pm on Thursday May 24th, police responded to a report of a disturbance along North Shore Road in Devonshire in the area of Lookout Lane. “On arrival, it was ascertained that two individuals had been... Read more of this article

Education Minister On PHC Lease Agreement

Education Minister Dame Jennifer Smith spoke in the House of Assembly this morning [May 25] about the PHC lease, saying the agreement came to her attention this year and she has asked the Attorney-General’s Chambers to advise her of its validity four years after the date of its signing. Dame Jennifer said the 20-year-deal called for PHC to provide... Read more of this article

$55 Million Superyacht Docks In St George’s

The 180 foot superyacht “Harbour Island” recently arrived in Bermuda, and is presently docked in St George’s. The superyacht was built by Newcastle Shipyard in Florida, and launched in 2011. It is one the 10 largest private yachts built in the United States of America over the past 50 years. Presently listed for sale, the asking price... Read more of this article

New Services At Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre

Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre today [May 25] announces new services in the detection and diagnosis of breast cancer. With the addition of a premium ultrasound system, the Centre is able to capture not only extraordinary images displayed in real-time, but also to perform ultrasound-guided breast biopsies and cyst drainage, all within the comfort of... Read more of this article

Upcoming: Fort St. Catherine Open House

In celebration of Heritage Month, the Department of Parks, Ministry of Public Works, will host an open house at Fort St. Catherine, St. George’s on Saturday, May 26th, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free and the public is encouraged to come out and see the recently completed renovations and new exhibits at the fort. Related Stories “Temporary... Read more of this article

KFC Seeks Judicial Review In Union Matter

Saying they disagree with the Ministry’s proposed course of action, KFC has submitted an application to the Bermuda courts seeking a judicial review in their ongoing dispute with the BIU. A statement from KFC said, “As KFC has publicly maintained for some time, it is of the view that involuntary binding arbitration is not the appropriate... Read more of this article