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VSB: Kenneth DeFontes Remains The Principal
Spencer Conway [pictured] did not “come up with the agreed purchase monies” to buy DeFontes Broadcasting and as a result Kenneth DeFontes “continues to be the principal behind the broadcasting companies,” the broadcaster said today. A statement from the company said, “Longtime local businessman Mr. Kenneth DeFontes, founder... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend saw two people hospitalised after a car collided with a tree, the team behind Ocean Vet and the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo work for the benefit of animals, and a number of sporting events involving local athletes. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Two Hospitalised After Driver Collides... Read more of this article
2014 Cup Match Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past Cup Match holiday saw Somerset claim the coveted Cup, Janeiro Tucker secure another Cup Match record, over 4,000 people attend Beachfest with 12 ending up in police custody, the Non-Mariners race, two people injured after a car driver crashed into a camp site, a man arrested for indecent exposure and much more. Links to our holiday weekend... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend saw the Somerset and St George’s Cup Match cricket teams selected, equestrian Jillian Terceira claim victory in Austria, Bermuda’s athletes continue competing in the Commonwealth Games in Scotland, Premier Michael Dunkley respond to the People’s Campaign’s seven-day deadline and more. Links to our weekend coverage are... Read more of this article
Premier Expresses Thanks To Bermuda Sun
Responding to news regarding the closure of the Bermuda Sun newspaper, the Premier Michael Dunkley said,”I would like to express my sincere sadness at the news today that the Bermuda Sun will be closing its doors. “In the words of its motto, ‘The Sun’ has been a ‘friend to the community’ for more than 50 years – covering... Read more of this article
Bermuda Sun To Print Last Issue On July 30th
[Updated] The Bermuda Sun Limited has confirmed that Bermuda Sun is to cease publication after 50 years, and the final issue will be published this coming Wednesday [July 30]. “Regrettably, 23 positions of the paper’s editorial and advertising operation will be made redundant. The employees, all of whom have faithfully served the paper, will... Read more of this article
Bermuda Press & MediaHouse To Amalgamate
[Updated] The Bermuda Press and MediaHouse — the parent companies of The Royal Gazette and the Bermuda Sun — announced today that they have agreed in principle to the amalgamation of their printing and online business interests. Under the agreement, which will be finalised next week, BPHL will acquire several of MediaHouse’s Bermuda operations... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend saw the island experience tragedy on our roads with two men losing their lives following two separate road collisions, a 9-year-old boy continue recovering after nearly drowning at Admiralty House, the Lionfish Tournament, the Natural Hair Show as well as other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below,... Read more of this article
DeFontes: Business Alliance Plans “Suspended”
Yesterday morning [July 17] the doors of DeFontes Broadcasting [VSB] were briefly locked due to a disagreement between local businessman Spencer Conway and DeFontes Broadcasting. A VSB spokesperson said, “Following a breakdown in the negotiations between DeFontes Broadcasting Limited and a management team headed by local businessman Spencer Conway,... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend saw gunshots fired in Devonshire, the conclusion of the Evolution Fashion Show, groundbreaking at the Pink Beach Club, Tyrone Smith recording his first international win of this season in Germany, and more. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Gunshots Fired In Devonshire, No Injuries Ministers... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend saw Lillian Lightbourn win the Miss Bermuda Pageant, the Festival of the Holy Spirit, American residents celebrate the 4th of July, the island’s swimmers and track & field athletes win several medals overseas and more. Links to our weekend coverage are below; click to view more. News/Misc: Lillian Lightbourn Wins Miss Bermuda... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend saw Tyler Butterfield claim a 3rd place finish at the Ironman in France, a 20 year old left in critical condition after a motorcycle collision, Canada Day celebrations on Warwick Long Bay, the Rainbow Alliance of Bermuda take part in the World Pride Parade in Toronto and more. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view... Read more of this article
