Author Archive: Bernews1

Dalhousie-BIOS Fund Nearly At $1 Million Goal

The Degroote Bermudian Alumni Dalhousie/BIOS Fund is 90 per cent of the way to its $1-million goal. With the generous support of alumni and friends in Canada and Bermuda nearly $900,000 has been raised for student internships and faculty exchanges. “Welcoming Dalhousie students to the institute for international research and experiential learning... Read more of this article

New Book Released: Take This Journey With Me

The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs will release a new book of memoirs and creative non-fiction entitled, Take This Journey with Me, a collection of new writing by Bermudians. Take This Journey with Me was developed as an offshoot of their Writer in Residence Programme and edited by award-winning author Rachel Manley. Ms Manley served as... Read more of this article

Tiki-Taka Futsal Clinic With Nacho Garrido

Footy Promotions will be hosting the Tiki-Taka Futsal Clinic with Nacho Garrido from Spain. The Tiki-Taka Futsal Clinic will take place at The Bermuda College Gymnasium on May 23 – 25th, 2014. It is open to boys and girls between the ages of 8yrs – 15yrs old. A spokesperson said, “This Clinic will be under the direction of Nacho Garrido [ex-professional... Read more of this article

120 XL Bermuda Staff Give Back To Community

XL employees went to work for nonprofit organisations all over the island on Friday [May 9], with their services donated as part of its ninth annual community service program known as XL’s Global Day of Giving. Around 120 of XL’s Bermuda-based employees were involved in the various activities, forming part of a global team of almost 3,000 XL colleagues... Read more of this article

May 31: Annual Boats/Moorings Licences Expire

The Department of Marine and Ports said they wish to remind the public that boat and mooring licenses expire on May 31st, 2014. A spokesperson said, “New for this year, the Department will not be posting renewal notices. This is partly a cost saving measure, but also the result of owners being able to directly access their account information... Read more of this article

Premier Pays Tribute To John Barritt Snr.

[Updating] Premier Craig Cannonier has paid tribute following the passing of F. John Barritt, who served as Speaker of the House from 1979 – 1989. Premier Cannonier said, “It is with sadness that I learned this morning of the passing of the Hon. F. John Barritt, CBE, long-time Speaker of the House of Assembly. “Mr. Barritt was a community... Read more of this article

Public Works Cashier/Receptionist To Move

The Ministry of Public Works said they would like to advise the public that the Public Works Cashier and Receptionist Desk will be closed all day tomorrow, Wednesday May 14th, and will reopen on Thursday May 15th at 8:30 a.m. at the Ministry’s new location on the ground floor of Global House, 43 Church Street. “The Public Works Cashier and Receptionist... Read more of this article

Child Health Clinic Services Suspended Today

The Department of Health said they would like to advise the public that they are “temporarily suspending services” in the Child Health Clinic this morning [May 13] due to a leak. The Department said they hope to resume services this afternoon. Related Stories Bermuda Hosts Health Financing Conferences BHeC On Diagnostic Testing Changes... Read more of this article

“Ex-Pat TV” Expanding To Cayman Islands

A Bermuda-based business bringing the Island the best of UK TV is expanding its service to include the Cayman Islands. Ex-Pat TV was introduced to Bermuda by professional photographer David Skinner who came across the concept while on holiday in Spain, where it was popular with the British ex-patriate population. Bermudian Mr Skinner has now installed... Read more of this article

Rainfall Affects Watlington Waterworks Earnings

Watlington Waterworks Ltd. released the financial results for the fiscal year end 31 December, 2013, saying that 2013 had “abundant rainfall,” and as a consequence “sales and earnings were relatively weak compared to recent past years.” In a letter to shareholders the Company stated: ”The demand for the Company’s... Read more of this article

Digicel Kick Start Clinic Footballers Selected

Digicel Bermuda today [May 12] announced the three selected to travel to Barbados and participate in the Digicel Kick Start Academy – Ahria Simons, Jason Symonds and Kamali Davis. Ahria, Jason and Kamali were amongst the 30 footballers selected to participate in the Digicel Kick Start Clinic with Chelsea FC coaches at the Bermuda Athletic Association... Read more of this article

Paul Wright Sworn In As Deputy Commissioner

Mr. Paul Wright was sworn in this morning [May 12] as Deputy Commissioner of the Bermuda Police Service by Acting Governor Ginny Ferson. The small ceremony was held at 11:30am at Government House and was attended by his wife, Mrs. Angela Wright, and Commissioner of Police, Mr. Michael DeSilva. The Deputy Commissioner’s role includes oversight of the... Read more of this article