Author Archive: Bernews1
50th Anniversary Of Record Setting Solo Flight
Today [Apr 17] marks the anniversary of a pioneering around-the-world trip taken by pilot Geraldine Mock, leading her to set several records, with a stop in Bermuda linking her grand achievement to the island. Geraldine “Jerrie” Mock was the first woman to fly solo around the world, a journey she completed 50 years ago today. Mrs. Mock flew... Read more of this article
Endurance Comment On Aspen’s “Poison Pill”
A few days after rejecting a $3.2 billion takeover proposal from a fellow Bermuda-based re/insurer, Aspen Insurance Holdings Ltd said they adopted a shareholders rights plan which is “designed to deter abusive tactics from being used in a proposed takeover.” They resolved to issue one preferred share purchase right on each share of the... Read more of this article
Govt: Water Quality Well Within Safety Standards
The water quality at all beaches tested was well within the safety standards for swimming and no further “greaseballs” have been found, the Government said today. The Ministry said, “Yesterday [Apr 16] beach water quality samples were taken by Department of Health officials at Elbow Beach, Grape Bay, Warwick Long Bay, Horseshoe Bay,... Read more of this article
Sentencing Postponed For 25 Year Old Woman
A 25 year old British woman was due to be sentenced today [Apr 17], however her sentencing has been postponed until April 23rd. Natalie Simpson, who previously pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm to another woman on New Years Eve, will remain free on bail until that time. File photo of Ms Simpson leaving Court A police statement after the... Read more of this article
Power Restored To CCTV After Disconnection
Power to the GET owned CCTV poles was disconnected yesterday before the transfer of ownership of the poles had concluded, however the transfer has now been completed and BELCO have resumed powering the CCTV cameras. In a short statement today [Apr 17], Assistant Commissioner of Police Paul Wright said, “The Bermuda Police Service would like to... Read more of this article
People’s Campaign For Equality, Jobs & Justice
[Updated with video] The “People’s Campaign for Equality, Jobs and Justice” was launched today [Apr 17], with a press conference held outside City Hall in Hamilton. Committee members include Reverend Nicholas Tweed, Keith Simmons, BIU President Chris Furbert, BPSU President Jason Hayward, Dr Michael Charles, Linda Meinzer, Molly Burgess,... Read more of this article
Cannabis Reform Paper Presented To Minister
[Updated with video] The Cannabis Reform Collaborative [CRC] has completed its review and presented Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley with their 130-page paper this morning [Apr 17]. CRC Chair Stratton Hatfield gave an overview of some of the findings of their research, saying that cannabis related offences are “overwhelming the criminal... Read more of this article
ABIR Members Report $11.7 Billion Net Income
The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] today [Apr 17] released the 2013 global underwriting results for its member re/insurers. Eighteen of 21 member re/insurers participated in this 2013 report. The companies write insurance and reinsurance from underwriting centers in Bermuda, Europe, Asia, and North and South America. The 18 re/insurers... Read more of this article
BELCO Issues Kite Flying Safety Reminder
In advance of the Good Friday holiday tomorrow, BELCO is reminding the public to not fly kites by power lines and also said that if you kite does happen to get tangled in a power line please call BELCO on 955, and do not attempt to remove it yourself. A spokesperson said, “BELCO wishes to remind the public that kite flying should be done away... Read more of this article
Bermuda Shipwreck Featured On BBC TV Series
[Updated] This week a ship wrecked on Bermuda’s reefs was featured in a major BBC series on well-known Scottish-built vessels. The TV series, “Clydebuilt: The Ships that Made the Commonwealth”, is presented by Scottish actor and TV presenter David Hayman. The wreck, the ‘Nola’, also known as the ‘Montana’ [1863], sits just outside Western... Read more of this article
New Hospital To Feature 2,738 Sq Ft Atrium
The healing power of natural light played a major role in the architectural design of the new Acute Care Wing, the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] said. “Large windows are featured throughout the building and while that allows light into areas facing outdoors it doesn’t address areas in the middle of the new facility,” a spokesperson explained. “Yet... Read more of this article
Brown Resigns As Devonshire Cougars Coach
[Updated] The Executive Committee of the Devonshire Recreation Club said that Dennis Brown has resigned as their Head Football Coach. A spokesperson said, “We appreciate his service for the past three years and wish him well in his future endeavors. The club will begin the formal process for the recruitment of a new technical director immediately.” Update:... Read more of this article
