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‘Govt erring on side of caution over mask mandate’
DOCTORS Hospital chief executive officer Dr Charles Diggiss said he believes the government is erring on the side of caution in deciding to generally maintain its mask mandate.
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3,000 expected to vote in Grand Bahama today
ABOUT 3,000 people are expected to vote in the advanced poll in Grand Bahama today.
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PM asked: ‘How are you going to take care of queer Bahamians?’
TEMPERS flared after Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis was questioned during a lecture event last night about taking care of Bahamians who are part of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Increase in abuse of elderly in Grand Bahama
THE Department of Social Services in Grand Bahama is seeing an increase in abuse and mistreatment of elderly people, particularly those with disabilities.
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ALICIA WALLACE: Lizzo’s handling of her mistake is an example to learn from
One of the most interesting artists of this generation is Lizzo. Some fans were enjoying her music on YouTube long before she made it big.
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Hotel staff want mask mandate to be extended
BAHAMAS Hotel Catering and Allied Workers Union President Darrin Woods said with the country now receiving increased visitor arrivals, union officials would have liked to have the mandatory mask mandate for hotels remain for several more weeks.
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MASK MANDATES GONE BY SUMMER? Prime Minister says officials considering indoor venue rules
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said remaining mask mandates in the country could be totally lifted by the summer, adding officials are currently mulling over whether indoor venues have proper ventilation to ensure COVID-19 does not circulate easily in those settings.
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‘Help in race to save me from becoming wheelchair bound’
A COMMUNITY activist who has dedicated his time to helping inner city areas is now seeking the public’s assistance in helping him pay for “life-changing” surgery he needs to avoid becoming wheelchair bound.
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Feeding programme: We need your help
THE organiser of an inner-city feeding programme is now appealing to local businesses and food suppliers for assistance as the demand for food heightens.
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Lunatics are still running the asylum
Reference my letter dated 25/03/2021 captioned The Lunatics are running the asylum.
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What can you expect to see at the polls?
ACTING Parliamentary Commissioner Lavado Duncanson yesterday outlined several changes registered voters could expect to see at the polls today in what officials hope will allow for a smoother and more efficient voting process following last week’s chaotic scenes.
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Masks indoors - but not for hotels in new rule changes
THE Ministry of Health and Wellness announced further relaxations to COVID-19 restrictions over the weekend, loosening mask requirements for those in hotels or outdoors and adjusting protocols for social gatherings, allowing larger events to take place.
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GB charity launches home repair initiative
THE Grand Bahama Disaster Relief Foundation, a charity founded by the Grand Bahama Port Authority, and funded entirely by private donations, is launching a new home repair initiative.
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Alliance seeks to help visually impaired
THE Bahamas Alliance for the Blind and Visually Impaired celebrates White Cane Day today after marking World Sight Day yesterday.
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DIANE PHILLIPS: Ty’s Place - every dish served with love, hope and heart
DOWN a narrow no-name road off Village Road at the end of the pavement lies a 120-year-old Bahamian cottage. The sign above the veranda says Ty’s Place. If you’ve ever been there, you will never forget the day and the experience. If you’ve never been there, tomorrow is not too soon.
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US naval vessel hosts Independence Day event
THE US Embassy in Nassau on Friday celebrated the 246th Independence Day anniversary of the United States aboard the US Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, USS Lassen (DDG 82), while docked at Prince George Wharf.
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Project aiming to empower women
A programme designed to empower women was launched yesterday with State Minister in the Ministry of Social Services & Urban Development Lisa Rahming reassuring government’s commitment to gender equality and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
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VAT bill ‘before end of the year’
BEFORE the end of this year the Davis administration expects to bring before Parliament three pieces of key legislation, including one that will decrease value added tax to 10 percent from the current rate of 12 percent.
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Food Task Force: We’ve given 1.4m unit account
The COVID-19 food task force distributed 1.447m food parcels and vouchers to needy Bahamians at the pandemic’s height, it was revealed yesterday, as its chair unveiled the comprehensive database provided to the Government.
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ALICIA WALLACE: Now we live in the Zoom world let’s make sure we get the most out it
WE have all attended far too many Zoom events over the past few years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
