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St James residents split on whether new boundary cut was necessary or political

RESIDENTS of the newly created St James constituency are split over whether the boundary cut was necessary, with some acknowledging the sheer size of the former Golden Isles seat while questioning whether politics — not representation — drove the change.

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Sands slams ‘project management failure’ as long lines mar free cataract surgery initiative

DELAYS in cataract surgeries under the China–Bahamas Brightness Action Initiative have frustrated patients and drawn opposition criticism, as health officials blamed uncontrolled chronic illnesses while critics pointed to failures in planning and execution.

Man ordered to compensate RBPF after pleading guilty to making a false report

A MAN was ordered to compensate the Royal Bahamas Police Force $250 after admitting to making a false report of an assault with a deadly weapon on New Year’s Eve.

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Rolle and Bowleg are early considerations for new Bimini and Berry Islands seat

INTEREST is already building around the newly created Bimini and Berry Islands constituency, with early attention focusing on a sitting PLP senator and a former FNM MP as possible contenders.

Man charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm on Bay Street

A MAN has been charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition after police allegedly found him with a loaded gun following a chase on Bay Street last weekend.

Fnm hits out at ‘misplaced priorities’ as Munroe denies $100m insurance debt

OPPOSITION figures are demanding answers amid allegations that police officers’ spouses and children were denied medical care because the government allegedly owes Colina Insurance Company about $100 million.

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US Embassy alert over visa fee scams

The United States Embassy Nassau has warned the public to be alert to online scams and misinformation circulating about the cost and application process for US visas.