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He knew the treacherous waters around Bermuda so well that his skill as a pilot for British sea captains earned him his freedom from slavery.
And on Saturday, almost 200 years after his death, the life of trailblazing sailor, landowner and champion o...
DATE: Apr 15, 2013
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Gareth Finighan
The best and brightest of the Island’s hospitality industry were honoured on Saturday at the 12th annual VIP Excellence Awards.
Of the 54 finalists representing all areas of the industry, it was Betty-Jean Gilbert who took home the top honours — the ...
DATE: Apr 15, 2013
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Owain Johnston-Barnes
Heritage Wharf upgrades have been delayed after wake from a passing vessel damaged a crane.
As a result, boats passing near the West End facility have been asked to cut their speed — and marine police will be keeping watch.
Public Works Minister Trev...
DATE: Apr 15, 2013
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A Pembroke teenager was shot in broad daylight yesterday in the St Augustine Hill area of Pembroke.
The injured 19-year-old was treated at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital for what were described as superficial injuries to his leg, and released.
One...
DATE: Apr 15, 2013
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AUTHOR:
Owain Johnston-Barnes
A much-loved West End cabby was yesterday recalled by family and friends at a gathering near his Somerset home.
Many people only knew Anson Simmons, 83, by his nickname, “Aching Heart”.
He was a taxi driver “right up until his last day”, recalled dau...
DATE: Apr 15, 2013
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Jonathan Bell
Curious on lookers, Members of the T.S. Admiral Somers Sea Cadet Corp and family of King's Pilot James Darrell attended Darrel's Annual Commemorative Service at the grave site in the churchyard of St Peters, Their Majesties Chappell in St George’s on...
DATE: Apr 14, 2013
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A woman is being treated in hospital for injuries received when the boat she was on ran aground in Hamilton Harbour.
The 23ft Wellcraft Sea Lion, ran aground on the southeastern side of Saltus Island early this morning.
Bermuda Maritime Operations Ce...
DATE: Apr 14, 2013
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Hundreds of hospitality workers celebrated the best in their industry last night at the VIP Excellence Awards.
Betty Jean Gilbert, of the Fairmont Southampton, took home the evening's top honours, winning both the Best Server/Hostess/Room Service Awa...
DATE: Apr 14, 2013
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Tourism
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AUTHOR:
Owain Johnston-Barnes
A stretch of road in Smith’s has been closed for repairs.
The Ministry of Public Works shut North Shore Road between Police Beach and Flatts Village yesterday at 6pm.
Work is expected to be completed by 7pm tomorrow.
Said a Government spokesman: “Thi...
DATE: Apr 13, 2013
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The Bank of Butterfield has come under fire from a customer after instituting a new $5 monthly fee for some chequing account holders.
The fee came into effect on March 25, but is waived for seniors over 60 years of age, charities and customers who el...
DATE: Apr 13, 2013
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AUTHOR:
Owain Johnston-Barnes
