Author Archive: Bernews1

Making Invasive Lionfish Into ‘Mane’ Course

Efforts to snatch victory from the jaws of the lionfish by enlisting chefs to help out continue to gain momentum in the US thanks to the “Eat Them To Beat Them” initiative launched on the island by the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo’s Chris Flook. Mr. Flook — who heads Bermuda’s Lionfish Project aimed at reducing... Read more of this article

Meet 2011 Miss Sandys: Cratonia Smith

In the seventh of a series of profiles of contestants, Bernews today spotlights 23-year-old Cratonia Smith who is representing Sandys Parish in the upcoming Miss Bermuda Pageant. The youngest practicing attorney in Bermuda, Ms Smith was admitted to the Bermuda Bar in September, 2010 at the age of 23. It is believed she is the youngest woman licensed... Read more of this article

New Fairmont Gold Manager: Peter Kyle

Bermudian Peter Kyle has been promoted to the post of Fairmont Gold Manager. In this new role, Mr. Kyle will oversee the daily operation of the team at the Fairmont Southampton’s luxurious Gold Floor, focusing on service excellence and providing personalized attention to each guest residing on that floor of the hotel. Regional Director of Human... Read more of this article

Coast Guard Suspend Search For Missing Sailor

The Coast Guard suspended its search for a 30-year-old man at approximately yesterday afternoon [May 26]. The 30-year-old chief engineer was reported missing 184 miles southwest of Bermuda from the Greek flagged merchant vessel, MSC Tuscany on Wednesday afternoon. Coast Guard watchstanders had received notification from Rescue Coordination Center Bermuda,... Read more of this article

Sex Offender Jailed For 18 Months

Pleading guilty to two counts of sexual assault on his 14-year-old cousin a 19- year-old – who cannot be named for legal reasons – was jailed for eighteen months yesterday [May 26]. Magistrate Archie Warner was told that the two offences took place between 1st September and 30th November 2010 and were separated by about ten days. The Prosecutor... Read more of this article

PLP To Hold “Election Action Days”

The PLP will be hosting ‘Election Action Days’ on May 28 and June 4. An email was sent out to members saying: “We all know that this next election is very important,” and asking them to join them and “go door to door to educate and register thousands of new voters throughout the island.” Premier Paula Cox said: “I’m... Read more of this article

Photos: 2011 May 24th At Victoria Park

After a day filled with cyclists, runners and a parade, locals and visitors turned out to Victoria Park to be entertained by acts on stage under the rotunda. Some of Bermuda’s best home-grown talent performed to the crowds who stood, sat and walked around the grounds. Vendors were set up throughout the park selling food, toys, snow balls and The... Read more of this article

Photos: 2011 Sinclair Packwood Cycle Race

Around 70 cyclists took part in the 2011 Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race on Bermuda Day, racing at top speed from Somerset to Hamilton. Darren Glasford from Winners Edge won the Mens Race finishing in 26:37.3, Nicole Mitchell from Winners Edge won the Female Race in 26:46.0, and Dominique Mayho won the Juniors Race in 26:37.6. The full results of the... Read more of this article

Witness Testifies: Murder Of Yankee Rawlins

Taking the witness stand today [May 26] was a Crown witness who said that he had known David Cox, the alleged shooter, all his life; having grown up with him in Pembroke Parish. 32-year-old David Jahwell Cox of Club Road, Smiths is charged with premeditated murder and using a firearm to commit an indictable offence. He denies the charges. On August... Read more of this article

Photos & Videos: AirTran Flight & Cheerleaders

[Updated with videos] AirTran’s inaugural flight from Atlanta landed at LF Wade International Airport this afternoon [May 26], carrying 20 of the cheerleaders from the Atlanta Falcons Football Club who flew in for their annual swimsuit calendar photo shoot. They are pictured below along with Minister of Transport Terry Lister. In addition,... Read more of this article

Bermuda Hogges 2011 Squad Announced

The Bermuda Hogges have officially announced their 2011 Squad for the USL Premier Development League season, which will kick-off Friday, May 27th, against Reading United and two days later, Sunday, May 29th; they will play New Jersey Rangers. There had been media speculation that three Bermudians who had played professionally - Nahki Wells, Reggie... Read more of this article

22 Yr Old Female Fined: Cocaine Possession

In Magistrates Court this morning [May 26], 22-year-old Danielle Eatherley pleaded guilty to possession of cocaine. The Court heard that on 30th January 2011, Ms Eatherley had been at The Beach on Front Street where Police had arrested her on another matter. She had been taken to the nearby Police station where, before she was searched, she admitted... Read more of this article