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Column: Kim Swan On Belmont Club’s Legacy
[Column written by Kim Swan] In our series of articles associated with the centennial recognition of Belmont Golf Club, Bermuda in 1924, we explore the swell of interest in the development of golf courses in Bermuda that eventually exploded in the roaring twenties. The Belmont Manor Hotel & Golf Hole #18 It has long been an anomaly – what... Read more of this article
Column: Darrell On Heritage, Athletes & More
[Opinion column written by Senator Owen Darrell] As we close out the 2024 Cup Match Classic and our biggest cultural event of the year, I’d like to share with you some of the important work we are doing to celebrate our heritage and support our athletes and artists within our community. To promote Bermuda’s cultural heritage, we have introduced... Read more of this article
Dr Onyinyechi Eke Column: Fun In Moderation
[Column written by Dr Onyinyechi Eke] It’s Cup Match season in Bermuda! Whether you’re for Somerset, St George’s or just a joyful outsider like me, it’s clear that it’s party-time on the island. While the most sensible strategy for enjoying yourself over Cup Match weekend – or any weekend that might see you socialising in the sunshine this... Read more of this article
Column: Famous On Devonshire’s Tribute & More
[Opinion column written by MP Christopher Famous] Good day to the people of Devonshire and Smith’s parish. For the seven years we have endeavored to attend to local issues such as overgrown trees, cane grass, and other miscellaneous issues. At times, we have had large groups of volunteers or sometimes just a few. No matter how many showed up, we ensured... Read more of this article
Column: Dr Flaherty On Swimming Safety, More
[Column written by Dr Michael Flaherty] The summer season in Bermuda is well and truly underway now, with the ocean temperatures warm enough for even the fairest weather of swimmers. For those looking to cool off or step up their fitness regime, swimming in the ocean is an appealing option. In addition to being a great way to burn calories and build... Read more of this article
Column: DeSilva On Fuel Rates, OBA, Tax, More
[Opinion column written by MP Zane DeSilva] Anyone who marched, fought and stood against the OBA during their time in power knows first hand that they are not to be trusted. Over the weekend, they gave us another look at their two-faced nature and reminded us, in case we had forgotten, that they love to play games with words to create confusion and... Read more of this article
Column: Burgess On Workers, Salaries & More
[Opinion column written by MP Derrick Burgess] Whenever there is talk about dealing with the issues facing our country, the first thing that some people want to do is dump on the workers and push all of the sacrifices and job cuts on them. Our workers built this country and for anyone to look towards them as the ones to carry the full weight and full... Read more of this article
Column: Save Money, Drink Tap Water
[Written by Erich Hetzel & Katie Berry] Did you know that in the last five years Bermuda’s consumers have spent over $7 million buying bottled water, much of it contained in single-use plastic? That’s money we are spending for something that falls from the sky, for free. This is a huge amount of money to be spending on a natural resource that... Read more of this article
Column: MP Jache Adams On Pensions & More
[Opinion column written by MP Jache Adams] Last Friday, during the sitting of the House of Assembly, the Government proudly unveiled a new initiative that will have a significant positive impact on the people of Bermuda. Starting April 1st, 2025, Bermudians will see administration fees applied to Private Pensions slashed, and the introduction of measures... Read more of this article
Column: Pearman On BELCO’s Price Hike & More
[Opinion column written by Shadow Legal Affairs Minister Scott Pearman] Belco’s latest decision to increase Bermuda’s already high electricity costs – with the kilowatt hour rate projected to go up next month by almost 14% – amounts to a punch in the gut for everyday Bermudians. Many on our Island already struggle to meet the existing high bills,... Read more of this article
Column: Burch On Road Restoration & More
[Column written by Minister Lt/Col David Burch] Like you, we in the Progressive Labour Party, are looking forward to the full restoration of Bermuda’s roads to the condition that we are used to and deserve. We are making steady progress and have recently taken a big step forward in making that a reality. The acquisition of a new asphalt plant, alongside... Read more of this article
Column: Hodgson On Mental Health Support
[Column written by Junior Minister of Health Arianna Hodgson] Good day Bermuda As a country, the past few weeks have filled all of us with a wide range of emotions. Whether sadness or anger over the senseless loss of lives, or fear and uncertainty over our personal safety and that of our loved ones, few of us have come away untouched by these heartbreaking... Read more of this article
