Author Archive: Bernews1

Mixed Majors Bowling League Tuesday Results

Mixed Majors Bowling League members played at the Warwick Lanes on Tuesday night [Oct 1] and saw Untouchables defeat Mix Ups 14-6 while Strikers won 12-8 when they played Rebels. MiniMax Forwarders defeated Spare Change 16-4 while Activators went down 12-8 to Fight Back. Movers “N” Shakers lost 9-11 when they faced Troublemakers and Gang... Read more of this article

Family Karaoke In St. George’s On Saturday

The Corporation of St. George’s Activities Committee will be hosting Family Karaoke in the Square on Saturday [Oct 5] from 8pm until 11pm. They will be having People’s Choice Awards for different age groups with prizes from area St. George’s establishments and individuals. This is a free event and in case of rain, the venue will switch to the... Read more of this article

Global Atlantic To Acquire Forethought Financial

Bermuda-based Global Atlantic Financial Group has recently entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Houston-based Forethought Financial Group, Inc., a financial services company with life insurance and annuity operations throughout the US. Forethought will continue to operate its life insurance and annuity businesses under the Forethought name.... Read more of this article

Education Minister On External Exam Results

[Updated with video] “We exceeded our target of 80% of students achieving an IGCSE but have work to do in order to raise the percentage of students achieving A – C,” Minister of Education Nalton Brangman said today [Oct 1]. The press conference was held to provide an update regarding the 2012/2013 graduation results and the performance... Read more of this article

Digicel Bermuda Sponsors Argo Gold Cup Team

Digicel Bermuda will be sponsoring the Digicel Business Match Racing team in this year’s Argo Group Gold Cup, taking place October 8-13. The Digicel Business Match Racing team, formerly known as Fraser Match Racing, has competed since 2009 in numerous international events. Lance Fraser, Adam Barboza, Michael Rehe, and Nico Stefani are sailing with... Read more of this article

Man Denies Financially Exploiting Senior Citizens

Xavier Trace Douglas appeared in today’s [Oct 1] Supreme Court Monthly Arraignments session, where he pleaded not guilty to financial exploiting senior citizens. The charges alleged that in late 2012, the 52-year-old stole approximately $70,000 worth of credit and financially exploited an elderly couple. Douglas, who was unrepresented, was given a... Read more of this article

18-Year-Old Denies Unlawful Carnal Knowledge

An 18 year old male — who cannot legally be named at this stage — appeared in today’s [Oct 1] Supreme Court Monthly Arraignments session where he denied three counts of unlawful carnal knowledge of a girl under 14. The alleged incidents were said to have occurred in May and June 2013. He was released on bail, and is due to stand trial... Read more of this article

Man Denies Firearm, Ammo, Cannabis Charges

A 26-year-old man appeared in today’s [Oct 1] Supreme Court Monthly Arraignments session where he denied a number of charges including possession of a firearm, possession of ammunition, possession of cannabis with intent to supply, and violently resisting arrest. Ramano Mills pleaded not guilty to all counts, which were all alleged to have occurred... Read more of this article

Wells Out For “At Least A Couple Of Weeks”

Bermudian striker Nahki Wells has been ruled out of Bradford City’s playing plans for “at least a couple of weeks” following his ankle injury during Saturday’s match. The Telegraph & Argus reports that the results of the scan on his injured left ankle today revealed he had suffered ligament damage from the challenge by Shrewsbury... Read more of this article

Police Appeal To Help Locate Man [Found]

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 67 year old Earlston Hayward, who has not been seen since Friday [Sept 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Hayward is described as brown complexioned with greying hair and a beard. “The Pembroke resident was last seen at his Ewing Street home on... Read more of this article

102 Entries For Masterworks Charman Art Prize

October will see the opening of the 6th annual Charman Prize at the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, which has attracted 102 entries from local artists. Established in 2008, the Charman Prize is an annual art prize competition for local artists based in Bermuda. The Sponsor and Patron of the Charman Prize, John Charman, is the Chairman and Chief Executive... Read more of this article

Photos: Collieson’s Waterloo House Sculpture

A new art installation in front of Waterloo House on Pitt’s Bay Road in Hamilton designed by local artist, Will Collieson, has been unveiled as a special feature to enhance the forecourt of the building. The 26-foot tall sculpture named “Points of View” has a nautical feel with sail-like shapes flowing in a multitude of curves giving it a local... Read more of this article