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Killer of pregnant teacher loses appeal over sentence
A MAN convicted of the 2016 murder of pregnant schoolteacher Marisha Bowen had an appeal against his 55-year prison sentence rejected yesterday.
Groundbreaking to be held for new hospital in Grand Bahama
A GROUNDBREAKING ceremony for a new Grand Bahama hospital will take place next month, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said yesterday.
FRONT PORCH: Catholic Social Teaching promotes, protects and defends the radical dignity of the human person
IN A 55-minute speech during a 2015 pastoral visit to Bolivia, Pope Francis addressed a crowd of farmers, indigenous people and activists with this ringing plea: “You are social poets: creators of work, builders of housing, producers of food, above all for people left behind by the world market.
Clubs and Societies – March 24th
The Antique Auto Club held an art show at last weekend’s car show - and the winners have been chosen in four categories, each with a 1st, 2nd and 3rd.
EDITORIAL: No place for those who would harm officers
THE injury suffered by a police officer yesterday brings home the reality of the dangers that our law enforcement officials face on the streets every day.
Commissioner ‘acted correctly’ in case of unlawfully detained officer
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander believes he acted correctly in a case that has left taxpayers on the hook for damages after a judge ruled a police officer was unlawfully detained.
INSIGHT: How does our nation gain from these resort developments?
AS ANNOUNCEMENTS go, it couldn’t have come at a worse time for the developers – but perhaps not a better time for the nation.
Fun run/walk on final morning of CARIFTA
The Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) has officially launched the “Let’s Move Bahamas” fun run/walk.
New legal hurdle faces govt on shanty towns
THE government faces a new legal challenge over the possible demolition of shanty towns after an appeal was filed against an earlier ruling.
Home rental regulation
Permit me space in your newspaper to comment on the proposed Tourism Development Corporation of the Bahamas Bill which I understand was pulled from the House today.
Men in court over series of robberies
A MAN has been sent to prison after being accused of a series of armed muggings over the last two months.
Keith Bell calls for increased productivity in labour force
LABOUR Minister Keith Bell called for increased productivity in the labour force on Friday, saying that the lack thereof has contributed to the high number of work permits issued each year.
Doctor told to pay damages after wrong ovary removed
A DOCTOR must pay damages after removing the wrong ovary from a woman.
‘A lot of good vibes’ at Island Tennis Cup
COORDINATOR Philip ‘PJ’ Major said they were pleased with the turnout for their Island Tennis Cup.
Urgent need for affordable housing in The Bahamas
We are writing to express our concerns about the lack of affordable and social housing in the Bahamas.
Nassau Gymnastics seeks funding for better facilities and exposure
NASSAU Gymnastics seeks financial support and equipment for young gymnasts after their Gasparilla Classics and Florida Crown performances.
THREE HELD AFTER COP SHOT IN FACE: CSP Skippings says ‘we are actually waging war to take back this Bahamas’
THREE people are in custody after an island-wide search following the shooting of a police officer in his face yesterday morning.
Man charged with murder of Leon Griffin
A MAN denied the 2021 killing of former Taxi Cab Union President Leon Griffin outside his home in court on Friday.
Report calls for revision of alcohol laws, highlights major health issues
A MAJOR report on health in The Bahamas recommends revisiting and modernising alcohol-related laws to restrict access to alcoholic beverages.
Trans-activist backs BUT president’s comment
A TRANSGENDER activist is defending Bahamas Union of Teachers President Belinda Wilson for saying schools should educate students about transgenderism.
