Author Archive: Bernews1

Government Statement: Telecommunications

The Ministry of Environment, Planning and Infrastructure Strategy released a statement saying “the Government wishes to reiterate that it has not changed its policy regarding telecommunications licences” and that they anticipate that telecommunications regulatory reform legislation will be tabled in November. The full statement follows below: The... Read more of this article

Videos: Seniors Tea At Police Club

As part of their Police Week 2011 celebrations, the Bermuda Police Service hosted a Seniors Tea on Tuesday [Oct.4] to recognize the island’s senior citizens. The well attended event saw those gathered were served by police officers and support staff while enjoying food, music by Gene Steede and his band, as well as prizes won by correctly answering... Read more of this article

Sharpe Finishes 2nd in Canada

Bermudian swimmer Rebecca Sharpe – swimming for the Toronto University Women’s Swimming Team – competed against the Guelph Gryphons, Waterloo Warriors and York Lions in Waterloo, Ontario. Sharpe took part in two events, she finished 5th in the Women’s 50 Yard Backstroke clocking a time of 30.85, and finished 2nd in the Women’s 200... Read more of this article

Ming Named Sesame Workshop CEO

Bermudian H Melvin Ming has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Sesame Workshop, which is the organization behind TV shows including ‘Sesame Street’ and ‘The Electric Company.’ “Mel is a tireless champion of our work here and around the world, and he will continue to bring his passion and leadership... Read more of this article

Day #3: Argo Gold Cup Racing

[Written by Talbot Wilson] Following Wednesday’s 44-race marathon, Thursday was a little less hectic with only 36 matches sailed to conclude Stage 1 of the 2011 Argo Group Gold Cup. World Match Racing Tour leader and #1 ranked open match race sailor Ian Williams (GBR) Team GAC Pindar/Argo Group had one of the best performances in any Stage 1 group,... Read more of this article

Bermuda Docs To Screen 10 Films In October

Five award-winning films from the Sundance Film Festival, an Oscar®-nominated film, and a film tipped as an Oscar® contender for 2012, are among 10 feature length documentary films selected for screening at the Bermuda Documentary Film Festival (Bermuda Docs), October 21-23. The warm and sweet-natured film, Buck – which won the Audience Choice Award... Read more of this article

PLP Respond: OBA’s Economic Plan

The PLP responded to the press conference the OBA held yesterday saying, “they read economic policies that were lifted directly from the UBPs 2011 Budget Reply and produced Fairy Tale Statistics. These UBP/OBA economic policies would result in fewer jobs for Bermudians and put more of our land in the hands of foreigners.” Yesterday [Oct.6]... Read more of this article

Alex Scott’s Son Selected In C#24

Lawrence Scott – the son of Alex Scott -was selected as the Progressive Labour Party candidate for Constituency #24 Warwick South East last night [Oct.7]. He was chosen over former senator Neville Tyrrell by the branch. The seat is presently held by his father – former Premier Alex Scott – who previously confirmed he will retire. In... Read more of this article

Business Bermuda Attends Qatar Conference

Business Bermuda represented Bermuda’s fund industry at the MENA Investment Management Conference, formerly Fund Forum Middle East, on 3 October 2011 in Doha, Qatar. Business Bermuda chaired the Rethinking Business Models & Strategies session at the event, ending with “The Onshore/Offshore Debate” panel and a discussion about how the offshore... Read more of this article

Day #1: RenRe Junior Gold Cup

[Written by Laurie Fullerton] Day one of the RenRe Junior Gold Cup started with winds gusting to nearly 30 knots in the Great Sound favoring the heavier sailors on the course. The winds were so strong and variable that the 38-strong fleet of sailors were only able to complete two full races today putting 14-year old American Wade Waddell in first place... Read more of this article

Man Arrested For Paget Shooting

A man in his 20s has been arrested in connection with the shooting that occurred in Paget yesterday [Oct.5]. A police spokesman said, “A Pembroke man in his 20s is currently in custody in connection with the confirmed firearm incident that occurred around 2:20pm on Wednesday, October 5th at South Round-a-bout in Paget. “Detectives are reviewing... Read more of this article

New Cruise Ship To Visit Bermuda

Transport Minister Terry Lister announced today [Oct.6] that there will be a new cruise ship visiting Bermuda in 2013. Departing on Sundays, the Norwegian Breakaway will spend three full days in Bermuda, along with three days at sea Mr Lister said, “Currently under construction at Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany, and with a carrying capacity of... Read more of this article