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$2,000 reward in hunt for Bahamian’s killer in US

AUTHORITIES in Atlanta, Georgia, offered a $2,000 reward yesterday for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for fatally shooting a 24-year-old Bahamian mother in the head last Thursday.

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BMW dealer 'ups' sales forecast 30%

THE Bahamian BMW dealer yesterday said it had "upped" its sales forecast for the brand's first year by about 30 per cent, and is expecting to close deals for 100 vehicles between that and the Mini this year.

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21-year-old killed in Abaco car crash

ALEX Kemp was on his way to work in Abaco when he lost control of his car on Saturday and died after hitting a utility pole.

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Govt defends $192k new BMW for PM

THE Office of the Prime Minister defended government’s purchase of a $192,000 BMW for the prime minister after people debated the appropriateness of buying the luxury car when many struggle with the cost of living.

Who uses a siren?

Who is permitted to legally use a siren and flashing lights?

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YOUNG MAN'S VIEW: The ethical hypocrisy of George Smith

WHENEVER I read, hear or watch a news story where former Progressive Liberal Party Cabinet minister and Exuma MP George Smith is an uncompromising purveyor of political ethics, I always have flashbacks to 1984.

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Deputy speaker owned stolen car

A BMW valued at $30,000 that was reported stolen from a rental company in Florida was later found in New Providence and said to be owned by Nassau Village’s incumbent MP Dion Smith, documents obtained by The Tribune show.

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Motorbike rider dies in traffic accident

A MALE motorcycle rider in his early 50s died in a traffic accident that occurred around 1pm yesterday.

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Bail granted in theft case

A MAN who denied breaking into a woman’s car to steal over $1,000 worth of appliances was yesterday granted bail ahead of his trial.

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Two dead in separate Abaco traffic accidents

Two people are dead after two separate traffic accidents on Abaco.

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Paradise Plates to serve up evening of fun and food for a good cause

HANDS For Hunger’s signature fundraiser, Paradise Plates, is already famous for its offerings of delectable food and drink, but this year organisers are serving up more than just fine fare.

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Policeman in hospital after hit and run

FREEPORT - A police motorcyclist who was injured in a hit-and- run traffic accident on Tuesday is listed in stable condition in hospital.

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Police car damaged in three vehicle collision

A POLICE car was severely damaged after being in collision with two other vehicles on East Street, Nassau, on Tuesday afternoon.

Auto sales 30-35% off until late 2016

Auto dealers believe new car sales will remain 30-35 per cent below pre-Value Added Tax (VAT) comparatives until the 2016 second half, with one saying: “Consumers have gone into hiding.”

Auto dealer eyes 10% sales boostvia brand swap

A leading Bahamian auto dealer yesterday said it was investing $140,000 to ‘swap’ the location of two vehicle brands, with the aim of generating a 10 per cent sales boost for the most popular.

EDITORIAL: BMW purchase bad optics as many struggle

A photograph of a receipt caused a stir on social media at the weekend – a receipt for a car for the Prime Minister.

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Boy in hospital after being hit by car

A BOY is in hospital after he was hit by a car shortly after 3pm on Wednesday, police said.

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Kevin Major Jr opens season with title win

Bahamas Davis Cupper Kevin Major Jr opened his 2019 season with a big victory in the men’s singles final at the BMW Tennis Championships on Wednesday.

Couple arrested after gun and ammunition found

A COUPLE was arrested in Grand Bahama after they were reportedly found in possession of a firearm and ammunition over the weekend.

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Will PM take the mercedes?

WILL the Prime Minister trade in the old Kia for the new, big-bodied Benz? He said he’s still looking into it.