Author Archive: Bernews1

Dickerson To Be Replaced As PLP Candidate

Following the recent news of his marijuana possession, Makai Dickerson has “decided to step down as a candidate.” In September of this year Mr Dickerson was caught with a small amount of marijuana after being stopped by the police at a checkpoint. It came to the public’s attention within the past week, and according to Minister Wayne... Read more of this article

Polaris Holding To Seek Relief From 60/40 Rule

[Updated] In a filing to the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Polaris Holding Company Ltd. gave notice of the Company’s intent — effective 02 January, 2013 — to seek relief from the 60/40 rule. Polaris Holding Company Ltd. is the parent company of Stevedoring Services Ltd, Mill Reach Holding Ltd., and Equipment Sales & Rentals Ltd. The Companies... Read more of this article

Video: OBA Confirm Susan Jackson For C#20

[Updated with video] Louise Jackson’s daughter Susan Jackson will stand for the Opposition in C#20 Pembroke South West, the OBA confirmed this afternoon [Nov 28]. This is the final candidate rolled out by the OBA, who has now confirmed all 36 candidates for the General Election, which will be held in 18 days. Ms. Jackson has a professional background... Read more of this article

50+ Years, Fastest Growing Population Segment

[Written by Age Concern] The 2010 Census reveals that 22,413 people in Bermuda are fifty years and older, representing almost one third of Bermuda’s ageing population. In a series of articles, Age Concern Bermuda will highlight a few of 22,413 stories of the persons living in this new ageing generation. 13,730 persons in Bermuda are between the working... Read more of this article

Flagstone Shareholders Approve Acquisition

Validus Holdings, Ltd. today announced that, earlier today [Nov 28], at an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders, the shareholders of Flagstone Reinsurance Holdings, S.A. approved all matters required to be approved by Flagstone’s shareholders in order for Validus to acquire Flagstone, with the support of more than 99% of the shares voted... Read more of this article

Day #2 Results: BCS IBM Club Championships

The BCS IBM Club Championships continued at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club in Devonshire last night [Nov 27]. In Men’s Division action Tony Muldoon defeated Beckett Simmons in four sets 11-3, 5-11, 18-16, 12-10, while Anthony Fellowes defeated Dylan Muldoon in straight sets 11-8, 11-8, 11-6, Kion Knights defeated Malcolm Woodley in four... Read more of this article

Video: Inwood Hunter Jumper Equestrian Show

The Inwood Hunter Jumper Show took place this past weekend at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street, with local equestrians competing. Photos can be viewed here and full show results here[PDF]. At the end of the show, championship titles were awarded to the following: Champion Hunter Pony at 2’6″: The Guardian – Reserve:... Read more of this article

Four Teenage Students Charged With Assault

[Updated] Keanu Wilson, Tishon Gordon, Tijuan Swan, Kenneth Wade [all 16-17 years old] were charged in Magistrates Court this morning [Nov 28] in connection with an attack on a fellow student. All four denied the charges, and a fifth teenager was alleged to be involved, however as he is under 16 the matter will be dealt with in Family Court. The allegation... Read more of this article

Chewstick “Peace” Mural Painting This Saturday

The Chewstick Foundation will be holding a “Chewstick Fundraising Rally & Open House”, this Saturday, December 1st 2012 from 11am-5pm. The highlight of which will be the painting of a 12ft x 30ft mural with the theme of “Peace”, to be painted on the exterior Court Street wall of their facility on the corner of Court Street and Elliot Street... Read more of this article

BII Partners With Wharton School of Business

The Bermuda Insurance Institute [BII] has partnered with the Wharton School of Business to provide a world class Leadership Development program in Bermuda. This program was launched at a Connections and Cocktails event which was held at RenaissanceRe on November 27, 2012. Chris Fisher, president of the BII council thanked RenaissanceRe for sponsoring... Read more of this article

Photos/Results: Weekend Hockey Games

Bermuda Hockey Federation league action continued this past weekend at the National Sports Centre in Devonshire with action in both the mens and women’s divisions. Women’s Division: Budgies 5 Canaries 2 The Budgies went ahead in the 2nd minute in this women’s division contest when Francesca Cacace scored from a penalty corner. Two minutes... Read more of this article

Retail Stores Open For Business Sunday Dec. 23

The Bermuda Chamber Commerce Retail Division has successfully lobbied Government for an extension to store hours on Sunday, December 23rd, giving residents one more full day to shop before for the holidays. In making the announcement, Chamber Retail Chair Ms. Paula Clarke noted; “The Chamber is delighted to confirm that following discussions with... Read more of this article