Local News From Every Source
Yesterday the Acting Minister of Public Works, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, led meetings with the Town of St. George’s and City of Hamilton Municipalities to discuss Municipal Reform and the upcoming Municipal elections.
Minister Furbert advised the Corporation of St. George and Hamilton Mayors and Council members that elections would be deferred for one year to maintain the operational stability of both Corporations pending the determination of the matter now before the Court of Appeal.
| Wednesday, February 16 is expected to see cloudy periods with a couple of light showers around, with the high to be near 18°C/65°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be at […]
|
| A Bill to postpone the municipal elections is set to be tabled in the House of Assembly this Friday, with the Government saying that the elections will “be deferred for one year to maintain the operational stability of both Corporations pending the determination of the matter now before the Court of Appeal.” A Government spokesperson […]
|
| Taylor Carrick and his 12th-ranked Western Ontario Men’s Squash teammates recently bounced back from their loss to defeat Chatham Men’s Squash 7 – 2. Playing in the number three spot, Carrick took on Jared Nalliah, coming from behind to win the match 3 – 1. Nalliiah won the first set 11-7, but Carrick gathered himself […]
|
| The 180-foot long superyacht Azamanta recently paid a visit to Bermuda. The SuperYacht Times website said, “Azamanta is a motor yacht with a length of 55.0m. The yacht’s builder is Heesen from Netherlands who delivered superyacht Azamanta in 2015. The superyacht has a beam of 9.6m, a draft of 3.15m and a volume of 757 […]
|
| On Saturday [Feb 12], Future Leaders Bermuda hosted its inaugural mentorship event as part of a new “Monthly Mentorship Club” which will see students engage in various life-skills and personal development activities throughout the school year. “The format of the club combines educational sessions with a fun activity at a local establishment each month, to […]
|
| The Corporation of Hamilton confirmed that they recently listed a number of legal fees they paid, and noted that the Corporation is actually “debt free, as per our audited financial statement which was released to the media and published to our website in June of last year. “The Corporation currently has no debt; despite the […]
|
| The Inter Agency Committee for Children, Families and the Community [IAC] has received $25,000 from SiriusPoint. A spokesperson said, “The Inter Agency Committee for Children, Families and the Community – a nonprofit that unifies and strengthens social sector agencies to serve children, families and the community in Bermuda – has received $25,000 from SiriusPoint. This […]
|
| Somers Medical Services recently made the move to Weldon House 9 Victoria Street, located behind the City Hall car park in Hamilton. Owner and Founder Dr. Joanna Sherratt-Wyer said, “We are thrilled to announce SMSL’s new ground floor location which provides greatly improved disabled access and parking for our patients. Our medical practice has grown […]
|
| Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] advised that applications are now being accepted for the Company’s scholarship opportunities that are available to Bermudian students. A spokesperson said, “The application process opened on January 31st and closes on April 30, 2022. The scholarships will be awarded to prospective employees of the Company who will attend school and […]
|
| The Bermuda Professional Golf Association’s Championship got underway at the Tuckers Point Golf Course. Scott Roy will take a 3-stroke lead into the Second Round after shooting an opening-round 1-over par 71, Nick Jones is in second after shooting a 4-over par 74, and Arriek Douglas and Dwayne Pearman are tied for third after he […]
|
| The resignation of Curtis Dickinson as Minister of Finance days before the Budget caused extensive conversation in the community, with many wondering the reasons for the resignation and noting the pre-budget timing. Resigns Right Before The Budget The resignation comes days before the 2022 Budget is due to be delivered, making it either a remarkable […]
|
| Conduit has announced the appointment of Greg Roberts as Group Chief Underwriting Officer. A spokesperson said, “Conduit is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Roberts as Group Chief Underwriting Officer. Greg takes over this role from Trevor Carvey, the Group Chief Executive Officer and the current Group Chief Underwriting Officer, with effect from 1 […]
|
| Rockal Evans was once again onboard TP52 Gweilo, skippered by Matt Donald and Chris Townsend, while competing in the Port Hacking Ocean Regatta. The offshore race saw the sailors head south of Sydney Harbor and back, with the boat Evans was on clocking a winning time of 4:30:56. Matador, skippered by David Doherty, was second […]
|
| Trina and Jaydon Roberts recently competed in the Icenation Online Belgium Archery Shoot. This is a 60 arrow shoot at 18m, hosted in Belgium, with archers from across the globe competing. Both competed in the Recurve – 18m WA Division, Jaydon Roberts finished second with a score of 540 points. He finished nine points behind […]
|
| [Written by Carla Seely] Growing up, my parents sacrificed a lot for their children and in their later years they made many more sacrifices to ensure their retirement years would be comfortable. They sacrificed overseas trips, they only made big purchases when absolutely necessary and, most importantly, they made sure they always put extra into […]
|
| Residential land occupies 46.7% of all land in Bermuda, while open spaces — comprised of nature reserves, rural areas, golf courses, recreational spaces and other open spaces — uses 32.6% of Bermuda’s land. Utilities [airport, BELCO, docks, waste & transport] take up 5.7% of land, 4.4% of of our land is used for Institutional [education, […]
|
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Tyler Christopher aims to become a Midlands Area champion by the end of the year as he looks to start 2022 with a dominant win over veteran Jamie Quinn. The Birmingham-based fighter will have his third bout in five months when he faces Quinn, 31, at the Holte Suite, Villa Park, next […]
|
| Erica Hawley had a tremendous start to her season as she finished 5th in the 2022 Americas Triathlon Cup Viña del Mar in Chile. Competing in the Elite Women Division Hawley clocked a time of 1:02:59, she finished behind Luisa Baptista from Brazil who clocked a winning time of 1:00:50, Emy Legault from Canada was […]
|
| The Bermuda Motocross Club’s season continued at the Southside Motor Sports Park. Jacob Raynor won the Pee Wee Division on the day, with A’Jahni Foggo winning the 50cc Class. Aiden Simmons won the 65cc Class, Jazuri Thompson-Easton would win the 85cc Class. Zano Tucker won the Novice Class, while Shaki Easton won the Over 30 […]
|
| The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2021. A spokesperson said, “Net income for the year ended December 31, 2021 was $162.7 million, or $3.26 per diluted common share, compared to $147.2 million, or $2.90 per diluted common share, for the […]
|
| The Ministry received 5051 test results — spanning 4 days — and 100 were positive, so there are now 206 active cases, of which 8 people are in hospital, with 1 in ICU, and the Ministry confirmed the sad news that the island has recorded another coronavirus related death, marking the 121st since the pandemic […]
|
| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]
|
| The Freemasons’ Fund for Bermuda recently donated $2,500 each to PALS and Vision Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Brethren of the Freemasons’ Fund for Bermuda gathered recently outside Freemasons’ Hall in Hamilton to make $2,500 donations each to PALS and Vision Bermuda. “Colleen English Degraff CEO represented PALS and Theresa Hall CEO represented Vision Bermuda. President […]
|
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 14] include patent applications, betting licence renewals, large group exemption, notice of intended marriage and trademark applications. Patent Applications Advertised Before Registration No. 6 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Patent Applications Notice ID: GN0225/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 14 February 2022 Document […]
|
| This Friday [Feb 18], the Department of Culture will once again host the Creatives Live! open-air concert series, featuring musical duo Aimee and Davy. A Government spokesperson said, “Happening on the City Hall steps, Creatives Live! will be safely distanced and take place from 12.30 pm – 1.30 pm. “Previous Creatives Live! events have provided […]
|
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Scott Barnes added another title to his well-stocked trophy cabinet after dominating the Skusa Winter Series at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex in Florida at the weekend. The island’s top karting driver reigned supreme in all four rounds of the competition, held over two weekends, winning three of the four heats and three […]
|