Author Archive: Bernews1

Duffy Does It Again, Wins XTERRA In Australia

[Updated] Marking her third international win in recent weeks, Bermuda’s Flora Duffy has captured yet another XTERRA title, racing to victory in the inaugural XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship in Australia today [Apr 26]. “It all came together,” said Duffy who finished the 1.5k swim, 28.2k mountain bike and 10k trail run course in a time of... Read more of this article

Photos: Visiting Motorcycle Group Tours Island

[Updated with video] Massive Harley Davidson motorbikes with satellite radios and airbags aren’t exactly common in Bermuda – except for today [Apr 26] – when dozens on them could be seen on Bermuda’s roads after arriving via a cruise ship. The group is part of the ETA Motorcycle Cruising Club, which offers cruises all through the Caribbean... Read more of this article

Video: Queen’s Baton Continues Bermuda Tour

[Updated with video] It was a full morning with the Queen’s Baton Relay making several stops throughout the Island with several more still to go. Starting in St. George’s the Baton was welcomed and received by the Mayor of St. George’s Mr. Garth Rothwell, former Premier Dame Jennifer Smith and Commonwealth Games medalist Brian Wellman. Then after... Read more of this article

Desmond Fountain Sculpture Stolen In UK

A £42,000 [$70,500] bronze sculpture by Bermudian artist Desmond Fountain was recently stolen in the United Kingdom. A statement from the Kent Police said, “An appeal has been made after a valuable bronze sculpture was stolen from the garden of a house in Preston near Sandwich. “The bronze is by renowned sculptor Desmond Fountain and is... Read more of this article

Photos: Agricultural Exhibition Flower Displays

The 2014 Agricultural Exhibition got underway on Thursday [Apr 24], with the three day event attracting thousands of attendees to see the numerous competitions in and out of the ring. The Floriculture Division sees some of the island’s most talented gardeners putting their best work on display, with a stunning display of flowers on show at the Botanical... Read more of this article

Sailboat Sinks: Three People & Dog Rescued

Three people and a dog were rescued on Friday [Apr 25] after their 49-foot sailboat, the Blue Pearl, sank in the Atlantic Ocean. They are now safely onboard the tanker ship Tilda Kosan, which is scheduled to pull into Bermuda. The U.S. Coast Guard said, “International Rescue Center personnel contacted Coast Guard 5th District Command Center... Read more of this article

Over $120 Billion In Gross Premiums Written

The Bermuda Monetary Authority said that recent statistics “demonstrate the continued significance of the Bermuda insurance and reinsurance marketplace and underline its major role as a stable, well-capitalised player in the world’s risk transfer industry. “The statistics show that Bermuda’s international insurance sector achieved substantial... Read more of this article

Photos: Floriculture At The Agricultural Exhibition

The 2014 Agricultural Exhibition got underway at the Botanical Gardens yesterday [Apr 24] with crowds filing into the grounds to enjoy the event. The three day event will see numerous competitions in and out of the ring; including the Floriculture Division which will see some of the island’s most talented gardeners putting their best work on display. Awards... Read more of this article

Bermuda To Compete: Women’s Caribbean Cup

The Bermuda Football Association today announced the Senior Women’s National Team’s participation in the first ever Women’s Caribbean Cup. This competition will also serve as the Women’s World Cup Qualifiers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Ladies will play in Turks & Caicos Islands from 21-28 May 2014 in Group 3 with Cayman Islands,... Read more of this article

Health Dept: Proper Grease Removal Methods

The Department of Health, in conjunction with the Corporation of Hamilton, issued a reminder for estaurants about how they can “properly dispose of their Fats, Oils and Greases and thus minimise the chance of effluent from the Seabright pipe binding together and washing in-shore in the form of greaseballs”. The issue was spotlighted recently... Read more of this article

Delia Basden Resigns From Hospitals Board

Former Chief Financial Officer for the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] Delia Basden — who was placed on administrative leave in February 2013 — has resigned with effect from 1st May, 2014. The BHB said they are “entirely satisfied that Ms. Basden acted properly, appropriately and with all professional integrity”. Speaking on behalf... Read more of this article

Photos: Pigs At The 2014 Agricultural Exhibition

The 2014 Agricultural Exhibition got underway at the Botanical Gardens yesterday [Apr 24] with the customary pig display commanding its fair share of attention. Always popular with the small children, the pigs are a long known staple of the “Ag Show”. Prizes are offered for the following breeds: Yorkshire, Landrace, Berkshire, Tamworth, Hampshire,... Read more of this article