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Superwash to invest $2m in Soldier Road laundromat
Superwash is set to invest $2 million in constructing a new laundromat and shopping complex at the former Pricebusters warehouse on Soldier Road, its president yesterday saying work would start in the “next couple of months” to ensure it caught the anticipated economic upturn.
Concern over compacting at landfill site
AN environmental activist has raised concerns over the alleged stoppage of the compacting of waste material deposited at the New Providence Landfill, charging that such inaction leaves the site “vulnerable” to yet another massive fire.Heather Carey,
Superwash eyes $1.7m expansion on Soldier Road
SUPERWASH'S president is eyeing a $1.5-$1.7 million investment to expand his existing laundromat chain through adding another outlet at the former Pricebusters warehouse property on Soldier Road, telling Tribune Business: "The time has come to start making a move."
‘Leave Nassau and boost Exuma skills’
A senior tourism official yesterday urged Nassau residents to move to Exuma and improve service levels that are “lacking” in a market increasingly catering to high-end tourists.
No major crime at Fish Fry, insists Tourism Minister
TOURISM Minister Dionisio D'Aguilar yesterday suggested no "major crime" occurs at Arawak Cay, insisting local reports "sensationalise" issues at the site.
Original developer: 'I felt like Don Quixote'
The original developer of an $11 million Eleuthera resort project yesterday said he was “as passionate as I was eight years ago” when he signed its Heads of Agreement, after construction work on its Marina Village component finally broke ground last week.
Petition won't stop Disney development
TOURISM Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar yesterday said the petition against Disney Cruise Lines’ development of a port at Lighthouse Point will have no bearing on the project proceeding. “The government has already made a decision on this. That project
Gov't bans new web shop sites
THE Government has placed a ban on opening new web shop locations, a Cabinet Minister yesterday suggesting gaming advances could ultimately make physical sites “obsolete”.Dionisio D’Aguilar, who has ministerial responsibility for gaming, acknowledged
US embassy marks Memorial Day
ON Monday, the United States Embassy commemorated Memorial Day with a wreath laying ceremony at Clifton Pier in memory of fallen comrades and military veterans.The solemn tribute was held at the site of the Memorial to Patrol Squad 23 to commemorate
Baseball leagues reunite under one umbrella
Now that they are back together under one umbrella, the Bahamas Baseball Association is set to host the National Baseball Championships next weekend in Grand Bahama.And the association has confirmed that all of the affiliated leagues have confirmed t
PM tours construction site
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis and Minister of Tourism Dionisio D’Aguilar toured the Goldwynn boutique hotel construction site on West Bay Street yesterday. Construction on the $120 million project has resumed after a temporary stop due to COVID-19
All clear for Exuma spill site
THE Exuma diesel spill site was given the all clear to reopen yesterday.
TOUGH CALL: A Bahamian in Normandy
As we eased along the peaceful wooded lanes in Alan Wilson’s green Bentley, it was hard to believe that one of the bloodiest battles of the Second World War lay just around the corner.
Tourism recovery 'could take as long as five years'
TOURISM officials are unsure when the sector will likely recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, with Tourism Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar noting some experts believe it could take as long as five years. “Twelve, 18, 24 months, a number of people are say
‘Jazz’ shows his worth in Marlins’ 8-0 shutout win
Even as they moved him around on the infield and up in the batting line-up, Bahamian Jasrado “Jazz” Chisholm showed his worth to the Miami Marlins as he helped in another victory last night.
Billy Graham ministry aims to take revivals online
Billy Graham ministry aims to take revivals online NASHVILLE, Tennessee Associated Press The remarkable success of evangelist Billy Graham's Crusades for Christ did not come from his preaching alone, but also the immense amount of preparation and follo
Minister hails Carnival's 'monumental' $100m deal
A Cabinet minister yesterday hailed Carnival Corporation’s $100m Grand Bahama port deal as “monumental” for breaking the model of cruise line control at their private destinations.Dionisio D’Aguilar, minister of tourism and aviation, told Tribune Bus
Tourism needs 18 month 'ramp up'
A Cabinet minister yesterday said the tourism industry could take 18 months to fully “ramp up” following the COVID-19 shutdown. Dionisio D’Aguilar, pictured , minister for tourism and aviation, told media outside the Cabinet Office: “Obviously we ha
Ministers lack details on Long Island proposal
PORT St George developers yesterday said the proposed expansive Long Island project featuring a five-star hotel and spa, 515 luxury homes, and a 640-berth marina has all the requisite government approvals and permits.
Kennel Club to hold dog show
Kennel Club to hold dog show THE Bahamas Kennel Club will be holding its annual All Breed Dog Show and Obedience Trials on March 17 and 18 at the old Chalk's Airline site on Paradise Island. The show will feature classes in confirmation, obedience and a
