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Photos: Blessing Of The Boats, Held Since 1849
A Bermudian tradition that dates back to the mid 1800s took place this morning [June 9], with Reverend David Raths being rowed from St George’s to St David’s to bless boats that had gathered. The “Blessing of the Boats” arises from the long established connection of the people of St David’s Island with the fishing and boat-pilot occupations... Read more of this article
St George Police Station Re-Opens After Repairs
The repairs to the St. George’s Police Station have been completed and the station was re-opened as of Wednesday [June 5]. The station will be in operation from 8am – 8pm Monday – Thursday, and from 8am – midnight on weekends. Chief Inspector Tracy Adams, Eastern Area Commander, said: “The Bermuda Police Service is pleased... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Fire On Island In St George’s
[Updated with video] The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service rushed to the east end this evening [May 31], after a fire broke out on an island in St George’s. Members of the public were using initially buckets to collect water to pour on the fire, as smoke could be seen pouring out in the air. The fire is still blazing at this time, and we will... Read more of this article
Students Step Back In Time For Heritage Month
Students at St. George’s Prep School stepped back in time during Heritage Month by donning period costumes and learning about different aspects of Bermuda’s history. An entire day was given over to celebrating Bermuda’s culture, beginning with visits to historic sites and museums in and around St. George’s. Students from first... Read more of this article
Upcoming: Summer Art Walk At The East End
St. George’s has become something of an artists’ haven in recent years with galleries and studios popping up throughout the Olde Town’s winding streets. On June 15, the St. George’s Events Committee will be hosting its first ever Summer Art Walk in the East from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. “A self guided-walking tour, the Art... Read more of this article
BNG To Open St George’s Satellite Location
The Bermuda National Gallery [BNG] will be opening a satellite location in St. George’s. Called BNG East, the site will be located on the first floor of historic Bridge House, a Bermuda National Trust property: 1 Bridge Street. A spokesperson said, “The opportunity to open a satellite in St. George’s is one that has been explored for a few... Read more of this article
Town Hall Meetings To Discuss Municipalities
The Ministry of Home Affairs is reminding the public that it will host two town hall meetings this Friday, May 17 and next Monday, May 20 to discuss Municipalities Reform. Friday’s meeting will be held at the Wesley Methodist Church, Hamilton at 5.30 p.m. and next Monday’s forum will be held at Pennos Wharf, St George’s at 7.00 p.m. The Minister... Read more of this article
Photos: Rally Yachts Stopover In St George’s
The Town of St. George’s is busy with approximately 30 visiting yachts taking part in the Arc Europe and Atlantic Cup rallies joining other yachts that stopover in the island while in transit across the Atlantic. The yachts are moored throughout the harbour with the St. George’s Dinghy & Sports Club and Ordnance Island area providing... Read more of this article
St. George’s PTA To Host Fun Day, Olympiad
The St.George’s Preparatory School Parent Teacher Association will be holding a fundraising Community Fun Day & Olympiad at the school field next Saturday [May 11]. The event will take place from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. and will include a giant slide, bouncy castle, cotton candy, snow cones, tattoos, snacks and soda, skipping demonstrations and workshops... Read more of this article
Photo Gallery: 2013 Peppercorn Ceremony
The Peppercorn Ceremony took place this morning [Apr 24] in St. George’s, following a tradition which first began in 1816. The slightly inclement weather did not stop crowds from coming out, with groups of school children lining the square to watch the pomp and pageantry. Marked by pomp, circumstance and pageantry, the King’s Square ceremony requires... Read more of this article
Video: Upcoming Duck Derby Race Fundraiser
Friends of Hospice together with Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today [Apr 16] launched the 17th Annual Rubber Duck Derby. This year’s Duck Derby Race will be held on Sunday, June 2nd at Ordnance Island, St. George’s. A spokesperson said, “The major sponsor for this event is BELCO, who have generously sponsored the... Read more of this article
‘Seven Seas Navigator’ Moves To St George’s
After arriving in Hamilton over the weekend, the ‘Seven Seas Navigator’ cruise ship has moved to the end end, and is now docked at Penno’s Wharf in St George’s. According to the 2013 Cruise Ship Schedule [PDF] this is the second to last cruise ship visit for St George’s for the year. The east end is scheduled to have four... Read more of this article
