Wednesday, March 25
Plane with engine trouble runs off runway in Mayaguana
A Piper PA-46 aircraft ran off the runway at Mayaguana Airport shortly before 1pm today after the pilot reported engine trouble mid-flight.
‘COI to hurt PLP more than Minnis will hurt FNM’
AN FNM insider whose work in Killarney dates back to the era of Sir Cecil Wallace-Whitfield believes the Coalition of Independents will cut more deeply into PLP support than former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis will into FNM votes in the upcoming general election.
Emera say GB Power sale not finalised yet
Grand Bahama Power Company’s owner has confirmed its sale to the Government has yet to be finalised as an ex-prime minister joined the Opposition’s leader in calling for Bahamian investors to be offered shares in the utility once any deal closes.
Brother ‘shocked’ at police account of fatal shooting
THE brother of a father-of-three fatally shot by an off-duty police officer on Monday said the account police gave does not reflect the man he knew.
Officer watched as man hacked door with machete, video shows
A POLICE officer purportedly stood by as a man hacked at a home’s front door with a machete, despite protests from a woman who said the property was hers, a viral video shows.
PM: ‘Badge cannot be above the law’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday called for a review of firearm policies for off-duty police officers as it was revealed the fatal shooting of an American Pike Corporation worker is being treated as a criminal investigation.
Tuesday, March 24
At-risk students see major GPA gains as school violence drops
HUNDREDS of academically at-risk students have significantly improved their performance, with many moving from GPAs below 1.0 to achieving a 3.0, Education Minister Glenys Hanna Martin said yesterday.
Advocates blast PMH after deaf patient is denied interpreter
A DEAF woman was unable to understand her treatment or communicate with doctors at Princess Margaret Hospital after a car accident, a case advocates say exposes serious gaps in how Deaf patients are treated in the healthcare system more than a decade after the law guaranteed equal access to care and information.
Second fatal shooting by off-duty officer in two days
A SECOND fatal police-involved shooting involving an off-duty officer in two days has left a 48-year-old man dead, intensifying scrutiny of the use of force.
RBPF statements in deadly police encounters slammed
HUMAN Rights Bahamas has decried how the Royal Bahamas Police Force describes fatal police-involved shootings in the immediate aftermath, saying early accounts tend to favour the officer involved, undermining confidence in investigations.
US calls for justice without delay
THE United States Embassy has urged Bahamian authorities to ensure justice “without delay” after an American Pike Corporation worker was shot dead by an off-duty police officer on Saturday, as new details emerged suggesting the victim – who leaves behind a four-months pregnant wife – had only gone to the scene to pick up relatives.
Govt seeks to buy GB Power with $280m in guaranteed loans
THE government is moving to take control of the Grand Bahama Power Company through a state-owned entity, backed by $280 million in guaranteed loans, a plan it says will ease electricity costs.
Friday, March 20
TUC president launches Lucayan defamation writ
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) president yesterday said he has made good on his threat to sue the Government, and senior labour and investment officials, over assertions that he attended meetings and discussions over the severance packages for Grand Lucayan workers.
Minister: Bahamas’ US proximity will offset increasing travel costs
A Cabinet minister yesterday voiced optimism that The Bahamas’ proximity to its major visitor source market may offset the impact of higher travel costs caused by the Middle East conflict’s impact on fuel and oil prices.
Land surveyors renew foreign hirings concern Body
Bahamian land surveyors yesterday renewed concerns that expatriates hired by the Government to address the backlog of Crown Land applications are costing them jobs and income by doing private work on the side.
Skilled workers targetedas top Bahamian export
The Bahamas’ highly-educated workforce could become one of its biggest export assets, with officials eyeing professional services - from engineers to digital specialists - as part of a new national export strategy aimed at expanding the country’s presence in global markets.
‘Fruitful exchange’ on VAT exempt concerns
A Cabinet minister yesterday said the Government had “a very fruitful exchange” with food merchants to address the challenges posed by eliminating VAT on uncooked foods while pledging that Bahamians will see relief from the April 1 target date as promised.
Rosewood Exuma parties battle over ‘safe and navigable’ shipping channel
The warring parties battling over the $200m Rosewood Exuma development have supplied conflicting evidence over whether the shipping channel that will be used to supply the project with fuel and other key commodities is “safe and navigable”.
Minister: ‘Gov’t can’t be broke’ and rejects $242m arrears fear
A Cabinet minister said the near-doubling of the Government’s year-end payment arrears to $242m at 2025’s close does not signal it is in financial trouble as he dismissed the Opposition’s concerns.
‘Bloodbath’ fears overauto market saturation Body
The Bahamian auto market could suffer “a bloodbath” starting as early as the 2026 second half, a dealer warned yesterday, as he and others voiced concerns about the industry “hitting saturation point”.
Suicide admissions up by 20% at Sandilands
SUICIDE related admissions to the Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre rose by 20 percent last year, hospital administrator Leotha Coleby said yesterday.
Police probe 98 cases of passport fraud
THE chief passport officer revealed yesterday that 98 suspected passport fraud cases have been referred to police, emphasising the office’s efforts to detect and weed out fraud.
DIANE PHILLIPS: The highs and lows of the week
If you are a news junkie like I am, you appreciate the sheer genius of a Jimmy Kimmel who delivers verbal bullets every day
Cuban ambassador says US policies are 'starving' Cuba
UNITED States policies have plunged Cuba into severe fuel shortages, prolonged blackouts and widespread disruption to daily life, the country’s ambassador to The Bahamas told The Tribune yesterday, arguing that the impact is being felt across every sector of society.
Passengers recount scary belly landing at Eleuthera airport
PASSENGERS scrambled to safety after a Pineapple Air plane made a belly landing at Governor’s Harbour Airport yesterday, as smoke rose from the metal propellors which scraped along the runway.
Bahamian realtors make mark with 12K-strong global brand
Bahamian realtors were recognised as some of the top performers among the Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate franchise’s 12,000-strong worldwide broker and agent workforce in 2025.
Eight workers injured after boat runs aground in rain
EIGHT people were injured in a boating accident involving workers travelling to Great Stirrup Cay early yesterday morning, according to Berry Islands Administrator Shandrose Thompson.
Govt to host national conference on social media monetisation
BAHAMIAN influencers may soon earn directly from major social media platforms as the government prepares to host a national conference aimed at unlocking monetisation opportunities in the sector.
Ferguson rejects apology, sues govt over Grand Lucayan payout claims
TRADE Union Congress president Obie Ferguson said an apology will not resolve a dispute over claims he met with government officials to approve Grand Lucayan severance payouts, saying legal action has already been launched.
Customs and Immigration union sues over dependent insurance
A DISPUTE over insurance coverage for dependents of customs and immigration officers has escalated to the courts, with union leaders alleging a breach of the industrial agreement.
Man caught with loaded gun in bank pleads for leniency
A MAN found guilty of possessing a loaded firearm inside a bank pleaded with a magistrate for leniency after the prosecutor called for a four-year prison sentence.
Murder suspect remanded over his latest alleged bail breach
A MAN awaiting trial for murder was remanded to prison yesterday after allegedly again breaching his bail conditions, following an earlier eight-month sentence for a prior breach.
Rape suspect remanded after allegedly damaging ankle monitor
A MAN awaiting trial for the statutory rape of a 13-year-old girl in 2023 was remanded after allegedly damaging his monitoring device with water.
Defendent granted $1,500 bail for knife assault accusation
A MAN accused of a knife assault was granted bail yesterday.
ERIC WIBERG: Drug plane wrecks of Bimini and Florida Straits
A Miami Herald article from September, 1980 provides some explanation why South Bimini became the destination du jour for drug runners during that time.
Thursday, March 19
03192026 OBITUARIES
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Darville Rejects Unions’ “Worst in Decades” Claim
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Michael Darville says he disagrees with union claims that Princess Margaret Hospital is in its worst state in decades, pointing to ongoing renovations at the facility and efforts to strengthen staffing levels.
Clash over alleged passport fraud and voter registry
CLAIMS by Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard that more than 250 fraudulent document cases are under investigation triggered a rebuke from the Davis administration yesterday, with officials accusing him of creating fear based on inaccurate or incomplete information.
Cocaine and caffeine found in reef sharks off Eleuthera, study finds
SHARKS off Eleuthera have been found with cocaine, caffeine and common painkillers in their blood, according to a new study that highlights the growing reach of human pollution in Bahamian waters.
Bell slams ‘no jail’ ruling as DPP appeals GB businessman’s sentence
A CONTROVERSIAL ruling that spared a Grand Bahama businessman jail time after he was convicted of carrying a loaded gun in a nightclub is set to be challenged, with Housing and Urban Renewal Minister Keith Bell warning the outcome risks undermining confidence in law enforcement.
Mom: I just want justice for my son
EIGHT years after her son’s death, Madeen Bullard says she is still waiting for answers in a medical negligence case she claims began with a critical error at the Princess Margaret Hospital during her pregnancy.
STATESIDE: The ‘Trump Doctrine' - could Iran mirror the fall of Milosevic?
We’re about 14 months into Donald Trump’s second term as president of the United States.
Deputy PM calls for stricter oversight of jet ski industry amid safety concerns
DEPUTY Prime Minister Chester Cooper admitted yesterday that more must be done to improve oversight of the jet ski industry, even as he insisted there have been no delays in reform efforts, after US Ambassador Herschel Walker urged authorities to act “without further delay” following another alleged sexual assault involving a visitor.
Auto business awarded $64K after garbage truck crash
A SUPREME Court ruling has awarded more than $64,000 in damages to a Bahamian auto business after a garbage truck crashed into its property, destroying part of its operations and halting work for weeks.
FRONT PORCH: State of PMH: Moral Indifference and a National Disgrace
After recently visiting a sick friend at Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH), a Family Island resident took to TikTok to decry the rundown, dysfunctional state of the country’s major public hospital.
Marathon canvassing reveals mixed views on incumbent MP
CANVASSING the Marathon constituency reveals a mixed political landscape, with incumbent Progressive Liberal Party MP Lisa Rahming retaining solid grassroots support but facing concerns about visibility, infrastructure and youth engagement ahead of the next general election.
Police investigate suspected arson after two vehicles set on fire
POLICE in Grand Bahama are investigating the suspected arson of two vehicles that were set on fire on Tuesday.
Teen escapes attempted kidnapping after struggle on Lazaretta Road
A 13-year-old girl managed to fight off a would-be abductor while walking home from school on Tuesday, prompting a police investigation.
Tourism Minister confident despite global conflicts
TOURISM Minister Chester Cooper says he expects escalating wars in the Middle East to have “some” impact on the country’s tourism industry, but expressed confidence they will not significantly disrupt travel to The Bahamas as tourists opt for destinations closer to home.
South African worker hospitalised after Freeport scaffolding fall
A 47-year-old man from South Africa was left hospitalised on Tuesday after being injured at work.
Cashier accused of stealing $2,500 granted bail
A CASHIER accused of stealing $2,500 from a woman last year was granted bail yesterday.
Man accused of having child porn on his phone
A MAN accused of having child pornography on his phone was remanded to prison yesterday.
Man granted $5K bail after Paradise Island scooter clash
A MAN accused of injuring another man on Paradise Island after a collision between a scooter and an ATV last week was granted bail yesterday.
Prosecution closes case in 2017 double murder of teens
THE prosecution closed its case yesterday in the murder trial of two teenage boys who were shot and killed in Yellow Elder Gardens in 2017.
Bahamas Bridal Show returns with broader vision for modern celebrations
IN a time where weddings are evolving and celebrations are taking on new meaning, the Bahamas Bridal Show is leaning into that shift.
Wednesday, March 18
Ginn sale halt order ‘small speed bump’
The developer behind an ambitious $6.5bn proposal for the former Ginn project yesterday branded the Supreme Court Order affirming the Government’s “undertaking” not to proceed with selling 59 percent of that property as “a small speed bump”, while asserting that a rival ownership claimant “doesn’t have a leg to stand on”.
Tropical Gyros chief: Employment law not matching the reality
A Bahamian restaurant entrepreneur yesterday argued this nation’s employment laws and regulations fail to match the realities businesses face in dealing with disruptive and non-performing staff after the Industrial Tribunal ordered him to pay $3,822 to an ex-employee fired for violating the company’s recipes.
PM touts VAT elimination ‘solution’ but no specifics
The Prime Minister last night said talks with major food retailers had found “a solution” to the industry’s fears over the imminent VAT rules change for uncooked foods although he provided no details on what has been agreed.
Rosewood Exuma battle ‘drones’ on over construction gear arrival
The $200m Rosewood Exuma developer and its leading opponent yesterday renewed battle over Monday’s delivery of construction-related materials and equipment to the project site on Sampson Cay.
Bimini marina’s ‘very scary zeroes’ for May
Room bookings for the traditional May start of The Bahamas’ summer boating season are “in the zeroes”, a Bimini marina operator revealed yesterday, backing concerns voiced by a government senator who is bidding to become the island’s MP.
National Export Strategy in consultation go-ahead
The Bahamas is moving to develop its first National Export Strategy, the Trade Commission’s chairman said yesterday, with Cabinet approving a consultation document that will guide an initiative aimed at increasing this nation’s international competitiveness.
NPIWFF: Where the vibes matched the menu
As the sun dipped and the evening settled in last weekend, the traffic heading "over the bridge" told its own story.
Family Island hoteliers ‘wait and see’ on fuel hike impact
WITH local airlines warning of higher airfares due to rising global fuel prices driven by the Middle East conflict, some family-island hotel operators say they are taking a “wait and see” approach on how tourism numbers will be affected.
PAHO report flags high maternal mortality rates
MATERNAL and infant mortality in The Bahamas have fluctuated at concerning levels in recent years, with the latest available data pointing to persistent weaknesses in the country’s health system despite reform efforts, a new regional health strategy warns.
Family mourns father shot in his sleep
RELATIVES of a 37-year-old father gunned down early Tuesday morning said they are struggling to understand his killing, describing him as a peaceful man who “did not cause trouble” and had no known enemies.
GB businessman avoids jail but fined $12k in nightclub gun case
A GRAND Bahama businessman who accused police officers of framing him after being caught with a loaded, unlicensed gun inside a nightclub three years ago has avoided jail time after a magistrate instead ordered him to pay $12,000 in fines, despite objections from prosecutors who asked for a prison sentence.
Bahamian smuggler arrested in Florida
A BAHAMIAN man with a history of human smuggling has been arrested in the United States after he was allegedly caught trying to smuggle more than a dozen people into Florida months after his release for similar offences.
Walker: End delay on jet ski reforms
US Ambassador Herschel Walker urged local agencies yesterday to move “without further delay” to implement planned safety reforms for the jet ski industry, voicing concern over another alleged jet ski-related sexual assault.
Babysitter fined $3k FOR leaving boy unattended
A JAMAICAN woman was fined yesterday for leaving a six-year-old boy she was babysitting unattended in Garden Hills last weekend.
FNM candidate questions credibilty of developer and govt as another Grand Lucayan deadline missed
A PROMISED start to construction at the Grand Lucayan has failed to materialise, raising fresh questions about the status of the long-delayed redevelopment despite assurances just weeks ago that the deal was still on track.
PM warns of rising costs amid global oil price surge
SURGING global oil prices driven by conflict in the Middle East are expected to place pressure on electricity, transportation and food costs in The Bahamas, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said yesterday, as he sought to reassure the public that existing reforms will help cushion the impact.
ALICIA WALLACE: UN Commission breaks 70-year consensus streak
In March of every year, the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is held in New York City, bringing Member States together to make commitments toward gender equality and the rights of women.
Probation for NSA worker for stolen items
A NATIONAL Sports Authority employee was placed on probation for six months yesterday after admitting to receiving more than $1,000 worth of property from the agency last week.
Mechanic denies stealing $4K in parts from customer’s car
A MECHANIC has denied stealing $4,000 worth of car parts from a vehicle that had been in his possession for more than a year.
Pathologist testifies teen shot at close range in double murder
ST testified yesterday that one of two teenage boys killed in Yellow Elder Gardens in 2017 was shot at close range to the head, as the double murder trial continued in the Supreme Court.
FACING REALITY: Qualification is not performance - and a degree is not a soul
In the quiet, early hours of a Bahamian morning, before the sun has fully reclaimed the turquoise horizon, a symphony begins.
PM reassures on BPL bills amid oil price hike
The Prime Minister yesterday sought to reassure that Bahamian households will not see an increase in their electricity bills despite the sharp surge in global oil prices sparked by the Middle East conflict.
Tuesday, March 17
FNM candidate’s firm must pay $3.2k in ‘Birthday Club’ dispute
A Free National Movement (FNM) general election candidate and her dental care business have been ordered to pay a former employee $3,219 for wrongful and unfair dismissal related to a dispute over joining the company’s “Birthday Club”.
‘Dangerous and humbling’: Defence Force marines share Haiti deployment experiences
ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force marines who served in Haiti described their deployment as dangerous and humbling as they returned home to be reunited with their families.
Broken tanker trucks leave Cat Islanders without water
RESIDENTS in parts of Cat Island have gone days — and in some cases weeks — without water after two Water and Sewerage Corporation tanker trucks broke down, disrupting deliveries to communities that depend on them.
Tearful tribute paid to man killed in hillside collapse
RELATIVES and loved ones gathered Sunday for a tearful tribute to Kingsley Dean, the man crushed to death in a hillside collapse near Tonique Williams-Darling Highway in January, saying they may never fully understand how or why the tragedy happened.
‘We battled every day’: Bahamian students flee Qatar amid conflict
TWO Bahamian students are breathing a sigh of relief after returning home from chaotic scenes in Qatar on Friday amid the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran.
Western Air chief warns of air fare increase as 40% fuel spike expected
Western Air’s principal yesterday warned air fares will “inevitably” increase after the carrier was told its fuel costs will quickly spike by more than 40 percent due to the Middle East conflict’s impact on global oil prices.
Bowleg: $15m National Arts Centre renovation bill ‘not cost effective’
YOUTH, Sports and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg said it would cost about $15 million to renovate the National Centre for the Performing Arts, a price the government considers too high without first deciding whether to demolish the building or pursue another option.
Halkitis defends VAT changes, says grocers had ‘ample time’
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis yesterday pushed back on criticism from the food retail sector over its VAT regime, stressing that merchants had ample time to make adjustments ahead of the next month’s VAT cut on unprepared food.
'Hospital in worst state in 40 years'
BAHAMAS Nurses Union president Muriel Lightbourn says Princess Margaret Hospital is in the worst condition she has seen in more than 40 years as a nurse.
Supreme Court dismisses metofficer’s mould exposure suit
A SUPREME Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit by a government meteorological officer who claimed mould exposure in government offices caused his respiratory illness, ruling that the medical evidence did not prove his workplace caused or materially contributed to the condition.
22-year-old remanded over armed carjacking in January
A MAN accused of an armed carjacking in January was remanded to prison yesterday.
Man remanded after police chase ends in crash and gun arrest
A MAN accused of fleeing from police after he was found with a stolen SUV and a loaded gun near the intersection of Pyfrom Avenue and Mackey Street last week was remanded to prison yesterday.
Men granted $7,000 bail after three cars stolen from showroom
A MAN accused of breaking into a car showroom and stealing three vehicles earlier this month was granted bail yesterday.
WORLD VIEW: The Haitian people should not be forgotten or left stranded
Amid the current turmoil in the world, it is important that, in the Americas, we should not forget the urgent humanitarian and political crisis confronting the Haitian people.
Monday, March 16
Briland operator: Meddling hits $700k tax debt pay-off
A Briland tourism operator is alleging that interference by its estranged former US business partner has left it struggling to generate sufficient revenues to survive and pay-off more than $700,000 in unpaid tax arrears owed to the Department of Inland Revenue.
Top hotels targeting up to 10% revenue rise through Easter
Major resorts are forecasting a 5-10 percent year-over-year revenue increase for Easter and the remainder of the peak winter tourism season, it was revealed yesterday, amid optimism The Bahamas will “find a way through” the fall-out from the Middle East conflict.
‘Cut losses’ over Rubis fuel leak damages case
A Bahamian homeowner’s $159,450 damages award over the 2012 fuel leak from Rubis Bahamas’ Robinson Road gas station has been overturned by the highest court in this country’s judicial system which has urged both sides to “cut their losses”.
Food stores face ‘nightmare’ on VAT exempt compliance
Food merchants fear the “workload” created by new tax rules will make it “impossible to comply” with timely and accurate VAT filings, Super Value’s owner is warning, while asserting all would be “hunky dory” if the elimination of tax on uncooked foods is made “simpler”.
Tattoo artist among two dead in separate traffic incidents
TWO men died in separate traffic incidents in Grand Bahama and San Salvador over the weekend, pushing the country’s road fatality count to 15 for 2026.
Bomb threat forces brief evacuation at LPIA
A BOMB threat forced a temporary evacuation at Lynden Pindling International Airport yesterday morning, disrupting travel and triggering a security sweep before authorities declared the facility safe.
Community rallies around family of seven after fire
A CENTERVILLE family of seven whose generational home was gutted by fire early Friday thanked members of the community who have rallied around them with clothing, food, financial support and other assistance.
Bostwick ‘saddened’ by Minnis, says FNM faces ‘uphill fight'
DAME Janet Bostwick, a pioneering figure in Bahamian politics, admits her own party, the Free National Movement, faces an “uphill fight” in the next general election, while expressing sadness over former prime minister Dr Hubert Minnis’ decision to run as an independent candidate in Killarney.
No action against dog killer officer
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said investigators found no breach of policy in a correctional officer’s fatal shooting of a family dog, meaning the officer will not face disciplinary action despite widespread public outrage – a decision Bahamas Humane Society president Kim Aranha last branded ‘predictable.’
BEYOND THE BORDER: The case for US travel waiver reform
In the world of international travel, a mistake made twenty years ago should not carry a life sentence.
Private sector must show anti-financial crime regime works
Bahamian financial institutions must demonstrate that compliance systems are not only in place but actively working to ensure this jurisdiction received a strong grade from the upcoming Financial Action Task Force (FATF) assessment of its anti-fnancial crime defences.
Bahamas regulatory move is blockchain global first
The Bahamas’s bid to regulate decentralised autonomous organisations (DAOs) through new legislation could be a global regulatory first, the Attorney General has asserted.
PM ‘trying to get head wrapped around’ NHI payment hold-ups
The Prime Minister has voiced frustration over delayed payments to doctors and others providing medical services to the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, and asserted he is “still trying to get my head wrapped around” what is causing the problem.
Police investigate suspicious death of 14-month-old boy
POLICE are investigating the suspicious death of a 14-month-old boy who was taken to Princess Margaret Hospital unresponsive on Friday night.
INSIGHT: Same old story for public disclosures
A familiar story played out last week over the deadline for public disclosures – yet again, a number of Parliamentarians did not file by the deadline, with several requesting extensions.
‘I could forgive’: Father mourns son killed in targeted attack
LOCAL Businessman Brent “Bj” McPhee Jr had turned his life around after a troubled past and was looking forward to building his future before being shot dead in a suspected targeted attack, leaving his family in shock and grief.
Royal Bahamas Defence Force marine acquitted of sex charges after teen recants
A ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force marine accused of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor was acquitted on Friday after the complainant recanted her allegations during a Supreme Court trial.
Over 20 flights impacted by bomb threat to LPIA
A bomb threat at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) delayed 11 domestic departures and nine US-bound and international flights yesterday morning, while two aircraft were diverted before operations resumed shortly after 9am.
Bahamas ‘trying to close gaps’ over OECD review
The Bahamas is “trying to close gaps” in its legislation to ensure a favourable review by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) over its compliance with global automatic tax information exchange standards, the Attormey General has revealed.
Minister affirms Gov’ts consumer safety pledge
A Cabinet minister reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to protecting the safety and rights of Bahamian consumers during a ceremony marking World Consumer Rights Day.
RBDF marines return from Haiti mission
ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) marines assigned to the Regional Intelligence and Deployment Exercise (RIDE) returned home after completing a months-long deployment in Haiti supporting multinational security operations aimed at stabilising the country.
Friday, March 13
Happy Birthday Eileen Dupuch-Carron
Staff of The Tribune today celebrate the 96th birthday of the Right Honourable Eileen Dupuch-Carron — pilot, barrister-at-law, mother, artist and one of the most influential figures in Bahamian journalism.
Davis confirms general election will be soon
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis confirmed the next general election will be soon, though he remained tight-lipped on the specific date it will be called.
Goodman to change plea on drug charges
A Bahamian boat captain arrested in the US last month with an alleged $4 million worth of cocaine has informed the judge of his plans to plead guilty after initially denying the charges.
Former DNA candidate sentenced to 18 years for sex assault
A former DNA candidate was sentenced to 18 years in prison for sexually assaulting an 17-year-old boy
‘Where are the funds?’: Doctors sound alarm over NHI delays again
NATIONAL Health Insurance providers are once again raising alarm over delayed payments, calling for details on how funds budgeted for the programme are being spent.
Bastian brushes off PLP leadership rumours
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party candidate Sebas Bastian yesterday brushed off questions about whether he aims to become the party’s leader in the future.
PLP candidate unveils tech and culture hub in Fort Charlotte
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party candidate for Fort Charlotte Sebas Bastian yesterday opened a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to training, innovation, entrepreneurship and community engagement for residents.
Bahamian teacher stuck in Kuwait ‘not afraid’ as she leans on her faith
WITH Kuwait’s airspace closed and the alternative a $6,000 road trip out of the country, Bahamian teacher Keva Williams says she is not afraid of death as she remains in the Gulf nation amid rising tensions with Iran.
Olympian Ferguson-McKenzie named wellness ambassador
OLYMPIC medallist Debbie Ferguson-McKenzie has been appointed National Student Wellness Ambassador as part of a new government initiative aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles among students across The Bahamas.
Hanna-Martin: sweeping bills to bring ‘structure’ to education
EDUCATION Minister Glenys Hanna-Martin says two major pieces of legislation tabled by the Davis administration aim to modernise and strengthen the country’s education system by introducing stronger standards, earlier access to formal schooling and tighter oversight of schools and early childhood institutions.
Renovated PMH emergency room to fully open despite cost overruns
The newly renovated Accident and Emergency department at Princess Margaret Hospital is expected to be ready for full occupancy by the end of the month, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said yesterday, adding that the move will allow the hospital to provide better-quality services.
Judge pleads with Gov’t bank not to repossess family home
A Supreme Court judge has pleaded with a government-owned bank not to proceed with repossessing a couple’s Charlotteville family home after they purportedly made monthly payments plus a $32,000 “lump sum” to bring their mortgage back into compliance.
Thursday, March 12
FRONT PORCH: The roots of the breakdown of our social culture
IN the 1970s, the late Monsignor Preston Moss of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese first observed the lack of basic and holistic human development in a significant number of our people.
BTVI says NAECOB responsible for rejected degrees and institutions
THE Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute’s board of directors yesterday accused the Union of Tertiary Educators of The Bahamas of spreading “inaccuracies and misinformation” amid a dispute over the recognition of faculty qualifications.
Super Value facing $400k monthly VAT ‘exempt’ hit
Super Value is bracing for an up to $400,000 per month hit due to the Government’s decision to treat the elimination of VAT on uncooked foods as ‘exempt’ rather than ‘zero rated’.
Munroe rejects Minnis claim that unexplained increases in MP's wealth goes unchecked
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe yesterday rejected claims by former Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis that unexplained increases in politicians’ wealth are not being investigated, insisting that authorities already have powers to examine financial activity — including bank accounts — without a person’s knowledge.
Sweeping education overhaul looks to lower school age to four
THE Davis administration has tabled a sweeping Education Bill that would lower the compulsory school age to four in one of the most significant overhauls of the education system in more than 60 years.
Election 'within next few weeks'
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party chairman Fred Mitchell said yesterday that a general election will be held “within the next few weeks.”
STATESIDE: Coming to a port near you?
IT seemed to be business as usual earlier this week at the bustling port of Balboa, the larger of two huge facilities that guard the Pacific Ocean entrance to the mighty Panama Canal.
$9,500 bail granted for man accused of vehicular manslaughter
A MAN accused of causing the death of a 33-year-old motorcyclist on Wulff Road last month was granted bail yesterday.
Woman carjacked at gunpoint amid spike in armed robberies
A WOMAN was robbed at gunpoint Tuesday night and her vehicle stolen in the latest armed robbery reported by police.
Pinder: Only Bahamians should sell real estate
ONLY Bahamian passport holders should be allowed to sell real estate in The Bahamas, Central and South Abaco MP John Pinder said this week, calling for an immediate change in the law to bar foreigners and work permit holders from the industry.
‘Significant citizen’: New road honours educator’s legacy
Real estate firm HG Christie joined family, stakeholders and community partners for the official naming of Senorita Strachan Close in the Love Estates community — a moment that celebrated both legacy and new pathways for residential opportunity in The Bahamas.
Davis and Pintard trade jabs over ‘real jobs’ in arts debate
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis and Opposition Leader Michael Pintard reopened their dispute over what counts as a “real job” yesterday, this time during debate on legislation aimed at expanding the creative economy.
Anti-gang probes hit ‘critical point' as witness rules begin
POLICE investigations under The Bahamas’ anti-gang law have reached a “critical point,” National Security Minister Wayne Munroe said yesterday, as new rules allowing witness anonymity are expected to take effect.
Grand Bahama mourns loss of veteran broadcaster Sabrina Brown Body
GRAND Bahama is mourning the loss of veteran broadcaster Sabrina Brown, a familiar voice on ZNS Northern Service, who died on March 8 after a long battle with cancer.
PM tours new interceptor in push to secure local waters
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis yesterday toured a 41-foot high-speed interceptor Safe Boat commissioned into the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, describing it as part of a broader push to strengthen maritime enforcement.
RBDF heightens security as Middle East tensions rise
THE Royal Bahamas Defence Force has increased security measures and stepped up patrols as tensions rise between the United States and countries in the Middle East, Deputy Commodore Carlon Bethel said yesterday.
Woman accused of fraudulent marriage to Haitian to obtain spousal permit
A WOMAN accused of entering into a fraudulent marriage with a Haitian man to obtain a spousal permit was granted bail yesterday.
Man held on charge of failed robbery that ended in standoff with police
A MAN accused of an attempted armed robbery at a liquor store on Robinson Road that ended in a police standoff last week was remanded to prison.
$9,900 bail granted for charge of stealing $65k using fraudulent bank of The Bahamas cheques
A WOMAN accused of stealing $65,000 last December through a fraudulent cheque was granted bail earlier this week.
Govt to introduce $5,000 fine for unregistered pre-schools
PEOPLE operating pre-schools or day-care centres without proper registration could face a $5,000 fine under new rules proposed by the Davis administration yesterday to modernise the sector’s regulation.
Wednesday, March 11
Davis: Fake voter cards pose no systemic threat
Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said fraud cases involving Bahamian passports and voter cards do not pose a systemic threat, despite a string of recent arraignments tied to forged official documents.
‘I have not resigned’ - Gibson denies quitting FNM party
LONG Island MP Adrian Gibson last night dismissed claims that he is resigning from the Free National Movement as “false”, but signalled that future decisions about his political path would be made “transparently” if circumstances require it.
St John’s principal back at work after viral neck-grab video
ST JOHN’S College principal Quinn McCartney has returned to work after a viral video showed him grabbing a girl by the neck during a school event, an incident that prompted an investigation by the Anglican Central Education Authority.
Former PM calls for probe into politicians’ sharp rise in wealth
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday questioned unexplained jumps in politicians’ declared assets, saying those whose wealth rises sharply in office should be required to explain how it happened.
Sons watch stabbed dad bleed to death
RELATIVES of Okino Kareem Burrows watched in horror as he bled to death on the front porch of his mother’s home in Hepburn Town, Eight Mile Rock, after fleeing a violent confrontation at a nearby bus stop.
Appeal court cuts robber’s sentence over judge's error
THE Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction of a man for armed robbery but reduced his prison sentence after finding that the trial judge made an error in law during sentencing.
Police suspect natural causes in deaths of elderly couple
THE deaths of an elderly couple whose decomposing bodies were discovered in their home last month are believed to have been due to natural causes, police said yesterday.
Man admits to rape of 72-year-old
A 26-year-old man admitted to the murder and rape of 72-year-old grandmother Vernencha Butler in her Ross Corner apartment.
Pathologist: Victim killed by handgun and shotgun
A PATHOLOGIST testified that a man was killed by both a handgun and a shotgun as the murder trial of Stephon Mackey continued yesterday.
Fake marriage suspect admits assaulting police at station
A HAITIAN man accused of entering a fraudulent marriage to obtain a spousal permit was remanded to prison yesterday.
ALICIA WALLACE: The modern realities of past injustices
LAST week, The University of The Bahamas, in partnership with Equality Bahamas, the Bahamas National Reparations Committee and the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee, hosted a landmark national dialogue
Tuesday, March 10
Bahamian trustee battles DOJ on $27m ‘repatriation’ demand
A Bahamian financial provider is battling the US Justice Department’s demand that it surrender assets held in two trusts it administers to cover $27m in unpaid federal income tax arrears owed by their settlor/beneficiary.
Rosewood Exuma bid ‘did not initially meet sustainable standards’
The $200m Rosewood Exuma project “did not initially meet standards for sustainable development”, the Government’s top environmental regulator has revealed, while also being challenged for citing Nassau Harbour and Arawak Cay as comparisons for its likely environmental impact.
Pintard: BPL base rate rise ‘very likely’ after election
The Opposition’s leader has doubled down on concerns over the Government’s energy reforms by asserting it is “very likely” that Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) base tariff will be increased after the upcoming general election to ensure it remains financially viable.
PM: GBPA was asset stripped by its owners
The Prime Minister last night accused the Grand Bahama Port Authority’s (GBPA) two owners of asset stripping by transferring its productive economic assets to an affiliated entity and leaving Freeport’s quasi-governmental authority a regulatory shell with minimal income.
Prolonged Iran conflict increases tourism risk
The risk that The Bahamas will suffer a slowdown in tourist arrivals and spending is increasing with every day that the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran continues, an academic warned yesterday.
Off-duty officer praised for clearing traffic jam
AN off-duty police officer on her way to collect her son from school stepped into a busy intersection last week after malfunctioning traffic lights left motorists trapped in gridlock.
Jamaican woman accused of trafficking for prostitution
A JAMAICAN woman accused of human trafficking in Abaco last month was remanded to prison yesterday.
SpaceX donates $1m to UB to build nationally owned satellite and expand STEM research
THE University of The Bahamas has secured a $1m donation from Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX) to support the development of a nationally built satellite and expand science and technology research, according to a press statement issued by the university.
Pintard heckled as GBPA town hall turns political
A TOWN hall meeting on the recent arbitration ruling involving the Grand Bahama Port Authority took on a political tone Monday evening, as supporters of the governing party booed and refused to allow Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard to speak.
Viral armed robbery video shows woman at gunpoint
THIS is the terrifying moment a gunman pressed a handgun to a woman’s head while hurling threats and demands during a violent armed robbery captured on a widely circulated video.
Former AG condemns fatal shooting of dog
A FORMER attorney general has joined the chorus condemning a correctional officer’s fatal shooting of a family dog, calling the incident a possible misuse of a firearm and a disproportionate use of force.
‘Brace for higher prices’ at the pump
BAHAMIAN motorists are being urged to brace for higher prices at the pumps as rising oil costs linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East begin to impact the market, with one retailer warning “it's just a matter of time” before costs increase.
Op-Ed: Putting Wellness First - when we steal an hour from sleep, we pay with our health
This past Sunday, we moved the clock forward by one hour.
Centreville voters divided on Campbell’s performance
Centreville residents offered divided views yesterday on the performance of the Davis administration as the country heads toward a general election later this year.
Union slams BTVI for rejecting accredited degrees
THE Union of Tertiary Educators of The Bahamas is accusing the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute of refusing to recognise faculty members’ accredited degrees and certifications by relying on criteria from the National Accreditation and Equivalency Council of The Bahamas.
UTEB clears UB ‘red flags’ but Academic Senate dispute remains
THE Union of Tertiary Educators of The Bahamas and the University of The Bahamas are working to address several “red flags” raised by accreditation evaluators, with most of the issues already resolved, union officials say.
Two men die in separate traffic accidents
TWO men — one in New Providence and the other in Grand Bahama — died in separate traffic crashes on Sunday, according to police.
Physically disabled woman sent to prison for stabbing boyfriend
A PHYSICALLY impaired woman was sentenced to one year in prison after admitting she stabbed her boyfriend on South Street last week.
Man accused of armed robbery at a jewelry store on East Street
A MAN accused of armed robbery at a jewellery store on East Street South last month was remanded to prison yesterday.
Murder suspect fined $5,000 for breaching bail for 27 days
A MAN awaiting trial for murder was fined $5,000 yesterday for breaching his bail conditions for 27 days.
BEYOND THE BORDER: New year, new rules for US F-1 and M-1 visa holders
THE February 2026 revisions to the F-1 and M-1 regulatory framework have materially altered the landscape for international students.
IVOINE INGRAHAM: The architecture of silence dismantling the culture of incest and the assassination of the Bahamian soul
THE crystal-clear waters of the Bahamian archipelago often serve as a veil, obscuring a murky, turbulent social reality that has persisted in the shadows for generations.
Monday, March 9
Teen one of two men fatally stabbed in Grand Bahama over weekend
A MOTHER’s worst fear became reality on Saturday night when her 17-year-old son was fatally stabbed outside a nightclub in Grand Bahama.
Officials seek extensions after missing disclosure deadline
SEVERAL elected officials have sought extensions to file their annual financial disclosures after the March 2 deadline passed.
'They had no reason to shoot the dog’
A CORRECTIONAL officer’s fatal shooting of a family dog at the end of a funeral procession for a retired canine officer sparked national outrage and debate over the weekend and left veteran Bahamian musician Duke Errol Strachan mourning a pet his daughter gave him.
Dr Soomer urges Caribbean govts to intensify push for reparations
A FORMER chair of the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent urged Caribbean governments to intensify their push for reparatory justice on Friday, arguing that sustainable development cannot occur without confronting the legacies of slavery and colonialism.
Tributes paid at funeral to Romona Farquharson-Seymour
PROMINENT lawyers and political figures paid tribute on Saturday to Romona Farquharson Seymour, describing her as fearless in court and formidable in the legal field as her funeral was held at Salem Union Baptist Church.
WORLD VIEW: Who Gains, Who Loses? Who Loses? ...the global cost of the Iran war and the Caribbean fallout
IT'S a mistake to believe that the war in Iran and the retaliatory actions in the Gulf are too far away to matter to the Caribbean.
FNM leader promises full implementation of Ombudsman and Freedom of Information Act
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said if elected, his Cabinet would ensure the Ombudsman and Freedom of Information (FOI) Acts are fully implemented within his first year of office.
Pintard: FNM administration would establish a separate fire department
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard says an FNM administration would establish an independent fire department separate from the police force.
INSIGHT: Another dog shooting. Accountability next time?
THE shooting of a dog by an officer in uniform, as seen in a video that circulated on Friday, has caused plenty of outrage on social media at the weekend.
Man accused of sex assault of two teen girls and possession of forged documents
A MAN accused of sexually assaulting two teenage girls last month was remanded to prison on Friday.
18-year prison sentence for man convicted of raping 17-year-old
A MAN convicted of raping a 17-year-old girl in 2017 was sentenced to 18 years in prison last week.
Defendant granted $6,000 bail in violent stabbing incident
A MAN accused of a violent stabbing last week was granted bail.
22-year-old accused of possession of a loaded firearm in police car chase
A 22-year-old man accused of having a loaded gun during a car chase on Robinson Road was remanded to prison on Friday.
Convicted armed robber loses appeal over six-year sentence
A MAN lost his appeal against his six-year prison sentence for a string of armed robberies committed between 2017 and 2020.
Friday, March 6
Bahamas nears deal on Cuban medics
Negotiations between The Bahamas and the United States over Cuban healthcare workers are in their final phase, Health Minister Dr Michael Darville said, as the government moves to secure more medical staff for the public system.
Over 600 Albany employees to share in $2m golf course lot sale
MORE than 600 employees at Albany will share a $2m windfall after the luxury resort sold a golf course lot, the resort has announced.
Trump teases Cuba ‘deal’ as Iran takes priority
President Donald Trump suggested on Thursday that a deal with Cuba may be imminent, though his efforts are on Iran in the meantime.
‘He was a blessing’: Mom grieves over five-year-old drowned son
NEARLY two months after her five-year-old son drowned in Abaco, Laurel Dean said grief still ambushes her without warning.
Hayward: I'm not a paper Bahamian
THE dispute between the government and the Grand Bahama Port Authority has taken a more personal turn, with GBPA Co-Chairman Rupert Hayward defending his family’s Bahamian identity in an open letter to Prime Minister Philip Davis.
DIANE PHILLIPS: A personal letter to mom in honour of International Spotlight on Women
The world has changed so much since you passed.
School golfers battle for national titles
THERE is expected to be plenty of excitement at the Bahamas Golf Federation’s Nine-Hole Driving Range as the final stages of the 2026 Bahamas National School Golf Championships are completed.
Barnett-Ellis: Killarney residents call for additional police station
RESIDENTS in the Killarney constituency are calling for an additional police station in the area, according to Free National Movement candidate Senator Michaela Barnett-Ellis, who says security concerns have emerged as one of the most common issues raised during her campaign.
24-year-old admitting to bottle attack on man gets three months sentence
A 24-year-old man who admitted attacking another man with a Guinness bottle on Kemp Road was sentenced to three months in prison yesterday.
Man accused of having $28k of hemp in vehicle ditched during police chase
A 44-year-old man accused of having $28,600 worth of marijuana in his vehicle during a police chase last month was granted bail yesterday.
Officer: Suspect confessed to killing two teens boys
A SENIOR police officer testified yesterday that a man on trial for the 2017 killing of two teenage boys in Yellow Elder Gardens admitted to the shootings during a recorded interview.
Man granted bail over 14 rounds of ammo
A 31-year-old man accused of having 14 rounds of ammunition was granted bail yesterday.
ERIC WIBERG: The mystery of George Snow, a US television crew, and stranded Haitians on Cayo Lobos
ON November 20, 1980, a Bell Jet Ranger helicopter owned and flown by Florida real estate developer and father of four, George Snow, was lost along with critical news footage aboard between Congo Town, Andros, and Miami.
Thursday, March 5
Prime Minister Philip Davis' open letter to Rupert Hayward
It is regrettable that questions around your nationality have arisen.
Davis doubles down on victory claim in $357m GBPA arbitration
ALTHOUGH the government’s $357m demand against the Grand Bahama Port Authority was rejected by an arbitration tribunal, Prime Minister Philip Davis doubled down on claims of victory in the House of Assembly yesterday, saying the ruling proved the Port Authority must pay the government through 2054.
PM promises no increase to BPL bills despite rising global oil costs
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said Bahamians need not fear electricity bill increases in the short or medium term despite rising oil prices driven by conflicts in the Middle East.
Jet ski operators banned from riding with guests
JET ski operators are now barred from riding with guests under new maritime regulations designed to curb sexual misconduct and tighten safety oversight in The Bahamas’ water sports industry.
Officer involved in fatal shooting of Tinker still on active duty
THE police officer involved in the recent fatal shooting of a man in New Providence remains on active duty, Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles said yesterday.
PM’s spouse urges marital rape focus
THE spouse of the prime minister said the newly established Protection Against Violence Commission could help bring greater scrutiny to marital rape, even though the act is not criminalised in The Bahamas.
STATESIDE: Is the Iran bombing just a distraction?
THE world certainly looks a bit different this morning than it did just a week ago.
FRONT PORCH: The ongoing work of emancipation
AUTHOR, and chronicler of Bahamian culture, Arlene Nash Ferguson, wrote a book about Junkanoo entitled, I Come to Get Me: An Inside Look at the Junkanoo Festival.
Davis defends the doubling of government unpaid invoices
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said yesterday that a sharp rise in government arrears and unpaid invoices reflects active project execution, support for essential services and seasonal cash flow pressures, not overspending.
PM expects country’s employment to fall by 9.1 percent this year
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis expects the country’s unemployment rate to fall to 9.1 percent this year.
12 aircraft rescue and fire instructors certified to train
TWELVE new aircraft rescue and firefighting instructors from The Bahamas were internationally certified after completing a training programme at the Central Florida State Fire College.
Limited data and infrastructure to blame for recent airline near misses
NEAR-miss incidents involving American Airlines aircraft at Family Island airports highlight longstanding safety concerns tied to limited data and infrastructure at uncontrolled airfields, according to a senior aviation official.
Police denied planting gun and abusing suspect in murder trial
The murder trial of a man accused of killing two teenage boys in Yellow Elder Gardens in 2017 continued yesterday as a police officer testified finding the accused with a gun on Lightbourne Avenue.
Eleuthera man remanded on charge of sexually assaulting mentally ill woman
A MAN accused of attempting to sexually assault a mentally ill woman in Eleuthera in January was remanded to prison yesterday.
Berry Islands teen accused of having loaded gun and marijuana at business
A 19-year-old man accused of having a loaded gun and marijuana at a business in the Berry Islands on Monday was granted bail yesterday.
Man accused of indecent assault of woman granted $3,000 bail
A 62-year-old man accused of indecently assaulting a 25-year-old woman last month was granted bail yesterday.
$232k marijuana seized by police on Dean Lane
POLICE seized more than 100 pounds of suspected hydroponic marijuana during a search in New Providence on Tuesday evening.
$232k marijuana seized by police on Dean Lane
POLICE seized more than 100 pounds of suspected hydroponic marijuana during a search in New Providence on Tuesday evening.
Wednesday, March 4
GBPA’s $1bn damages claim rejection ‘good news for taxpayers’
The Attorney General yesterday hailed the rejection of the Grand Bahama Port Authority’s (GBPA) $1bn damages claim against the Government while accusing it of trying to enrich itself at the expense of Bahamian taxpayers.
Gov’ts $357m GBPA owner change bid suffers setback
The Davis administration’s ambition of forcing a rapid ownership change at the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) suffered a setback - but has not been ended - by the ruling that dismissed its $357m payment demand.
GBPA claim Gov’t ‘frustrated’ $10bn investment dismissed
The Grand Bahama Port Authority’s (GBPA) assertion that the Government’s “misguided policies” resulted in it “deliberately frustrating” more than $10bn worth of investment for Freeport has been rejected by arbitrators.
AG: GBPA arbitration verdict solves Port utilities regulation
The Attorney General yesterday asserted that findings in the $357m Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) arbitration dispute could result in the “dismissal” of Supreme Court challenges to the Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority’s (URCA ) authority to supervise utilities in Freeport.
Yntegra cut dredging by 75% over Govt’s ‘$25m carbon losses’
The Rosewood Exuma developer agreed to slash its dredging “footprint” by 75 percent after a unit within the Prime Minister’s Office voiced concern it could cost The Bahamas up to $25m in lost ‘blue carbon credits’ revenues.
ALICIA WALLACE: International Women's Day - time to take a stand
INTERNATIONAL Women’s Day is on Sunday, March 8 and the United Nations has “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls.” as its theme.
Woman gets probation for knife attack over parking space dispute
A WOMAN who charged at her neighbours with a kitchen knife during a dispute over a parking space in Cooper’s Terrace last week was placed on one year’s probation.
‘Davis govt wasted public funds and failed to secure result it promised’
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard accused the Davis Administration of choosing ‘an aggressive legal path, spending public funds, and failing to secure the result it promised.’
West End residents divided over MP’s first-year record
RESIDENTS in West Grand Bahama are divided over whether Member of Parliament Kingsley Smith, after a year in office, has delivered on the promises he made during his by-election campaign.
Bahamians face ‘tremendous’ problems in Cuba fuel crisis
BAHAMIANS living in or travelling to Cuba say daily life on the island has become far more difficult after the United States cut off Venezuelan oil shipments — previously the country’s largest fuel source — triggering widespread blackouts, transport disruptions and rising tensions among residents.
‘No budget changes amid oil price spike’
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said the government will not adjust its budget in response to rising oil prices linked to escalating tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran, calling it “early days” as officials monitor global developments.
$357m GBPA claim rejected by tribunal
THE government’s $357m claim against the Grand Bahama Port Authority has collapsed in a landmark arbitration ruling that nonetheless confirmed it has regulatory authority in Freeport and can seek future payments under the Hawksbill Creek Agreement until 2054.
Civil Aviation investigating Family Island near-misses
THE Bahamas Civil Aviation Authority has confirmed that internal investigations are underway into two near-miss incidents involving American Airlines aircrafts at Family Island airports last month and said appropriate action will be taken if any violations or safety breaches are identified.
PM Davis and GBPA both claim victory
BOTH the Davis administration and the Grand Bahama Port Authority rushed yesterday to frame the arbitration ruling in their favour, each presenting the decision as a major victory even as the outcome leaves a far more complicated picture.
$3m derelict property now technology-led laundromat
A $3m investment in a former derelict property has given birth to a technology-driven laundromat that its owners say is setting a higher standard for such services in The Bahamas.
Tribunal yet to rule on officers in bribery and ‘stool’ incidents
TWO high-profile disciplinary cases involving police officers — the East Street South police station “stool incident” and an alleged bribery attempt involving a tourist — remain unresolved months after the officers were interdicted and arraigned before the police force’s Tribunal.
GB Chamber chief says arbitration changes little
The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce’s president yesterday said the ruling over the Grand Bahama Port Authority’s (GBPA) $357m arbitration dispute changes little in Freeport and highlights the urgent need to “revisit and modernise” the city’s governance and regulatory framework.
Govt targets illegal dumping in national clean-up push
THE government is launching a national clean-up push as illegal dumping continues to plague communities.
Protection Against Violence Commission expects body to be operational by May
THE chair of the newly appointed Protection Against Violence Commission says she expects the body to be fully established and operational by May, with members set to hold their first meeting today.
‘Fleeting glance’ overturns five-year gun conviction
A MAN had his five-year sentence for allegedly having a banned weapon during a police chase on Palm Beach Street in 2023 overturned after he successfully argued that police only had a passing glance at the suspect.
$2,500 fine for 14-day bail breach
A MAN was fined $2,500 yesterday for breaching his bail conditions for 14 days while awaiting trial for drug importation.
Man accused of threatening ex-girlfriend with a gun
A MAN accused of threatening to kill his ex-girlfriend with a handgun on Baillou Hill Road South was granted bail yesterday.
Tuesday, March 3
AG calls Tribunal ruling "monumental win", pushes back on GBPA statement
Attorney General Ryan Pinder today accused the Grand Bahama Port Authority of mischaracterising the arbitration ruling between the two parties, revealing that the GBPA failed in its bid seeking “over a $1 billion” in damages against the Government.
Govt’s $357m claim against GBPA dismissed in full
The Government’s $357 million reimbursement claim against the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) has been dismissed in full by an Arbitration Tribunal in what the GBPA is describing as a landmark ruling for Freeport and Grand Bahama.
Bahamian authors at heart of literacy push
BOOKS written by Bahamians were placed directly into the hands of young readers this week as part of a national literacy initiative tied to the country’s 52nd Independence celebrations.
Four Bahamian scientists represent nation at global ocean conference
FOUR Bahamian scientists are representing the country at one of the world’s largest ocean research gatherings, the Ocean Sciences Meeting in Glasgow, Scotland.
Man remanded to prison for Harbour Island double murder
A 26-year-old man accused of gunning down two men outside a Harbour Island bar last month was remanded to prison yesterday.
Commission launches three years after Protection Against Violence Act gazetted
THE government has formally appointed the Protection Against Violence Commission, activating a key enforcement body under the Protection Against Violence Act, 2023, nearly three years after the law was gazetted.
PM says rent control bill unlikely to reach parliament before upcoming general election
RENT control legislation is unlikely to reach Parliament before the next general election, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said yesterday, signalling that one of the government’s most closely watched housing pledges may slip beyond its current term.
Davis declines comment on active officer in $10k bribery allegation
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis declined yesterday to comment on reports that a high-ranking police officer remains on active duty after allegedly receiving $10,000 in a Supreme Court bribery case involving voice notes and a $1.475m airport bank security heist.
PM declines to give details of ‘partial’ ruling in $357m GBPA arbitration
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said yesterday that an arbitration panel has issued a “partial” decision in the government’s high-stakes dispute with the Grand Bahama Port Authority but declined to disclose its substance, citing confidentiality.
Gov’t, GBPA urged: Release $357m dispute verdict quick
The outcome of the $357m Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) arbitration dispute must be swiftly disclosed to uphold business and investor confidence, it was argued yesterday, amid subtle hints the verdict may not have gone fully the Government’s way.
Four-year-old boy shot in leg during attack on teenage uncle
A FOUR-year-old boy was shot in the leg after a gunman opened fire at his uncle outside a home on New Providence, relatives said, turning a quiet yard filled with children into a scene of panic.
Pair held over fraudulent passport and voter ID scheme
AN 18-year-old Haitian man accused of fraudulently obtaining a Bahamian passport and voter’s card was remanded to prison yesterday after prosecutors said he used the document at the Lynden Pindling International Airport.
Two near-misses ‘almost catastrophic’
TWO potentially catastrophic near-miss incidents involving American Airlines planes at Family Island airports triggered a formal safety warning from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority to the Civil Aviation Authority of The Bahamas.
Family launches GoFundMe for Spanish sailor who went missing off Abaco
NEARLY six months after Spanish-American sailor Miguel Campoy vanished off South Abaco, his family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to finance private investigators, satellite analysis and legal action in a bid to uncover what happened at sea.
Seven students charged over viral high school brawl
SEVEN students have been charged after a violent brawl at Doris Johnson Senior High School that was captured on video and widely circulated on social media, police said yesterday.
$3,000 fine for gun part and marijuana found in closet
A 34-year-old man was fined $3,000 yesterday after admitting police found a gun component and marijuana hidden in his bedroom closet during a pre-dawn search.
Woman awaiting murder retrial jailed 12 months for bail breach
A 40-year-old woman awaiting retrial for the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend was sentenced to 12 months in prison yesterday after breaching her bail conditions.
WORLD VIEW: Reinvigoration with purpose - Rubio, CARICOM, and the work of diplomacy
WHEN Marco Rubio arrived in St. Kitts to address the Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community, CARICOM, he did so only hours after attending President Trump’s State of the Union address in Washington.
FACING REALITY: The high cost of comfortable silence - why Bahamian courage is the only cure for national decay
THERE is a quiet, creeping rot that settles into a nation.
Bahamas to send aid to crisis-hit Cuba
THE Bahamas is expected to contribute humanitarian assistance to Cuba as the island nation grapples with deepening fuel shortages and economic strain linked to tightened United States policies.
Fresh Start programme aims to equip GB youth with career skills
THE Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture marked its third week of the 2026 Spring Session of the Fresh Start Programme on Grand Bahama last week, as 25 young participants continue training aimed at preparing them for long-term employment.
Monday, March 2
‘Alarming’ 26 child sex cases logged at Bahamas Crisis Centre
THE Bahamas Crisis Centre received 26 sexual cases involving children aged eight to 16 in January and February, a figure its administrator described as alarming.
Sebas Bastian’s new memoir achieves US bestseller status
SEBAS Bastian has launched a memoir that his team says has earned bestseller recognition in the United States.
PwC executive spots chance to strengthen cyber security
Executives with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Bahamas say the newly-passed Data Protection Act 2025, combined with The Bahamas National Cybersecurity Strategy, creates the opportunity to strengthen this nation’s digital crime defences.
Former Grand Lucayan employees collect final severance payouts
FORMER employees of the Grand Lucayan Resort began collecting severance cheques on Friday, with some saying the payouts were lower than they had anticipated after years of working on short-term contracts.
PM opens $2.1m Mayaguana airport tied to 2,000-job seaport project
The Prime Minister has declared that Mayaguana’s economy will be “forever changed” as he commissioned the island’s new $2.1m airport terminal, tying the upgrade to a planned three-phase deepwater seaport projected to generate 2,000 jobs.
First aviation ambulance in Mayaguana under deal between govt, BACSWN and Response Plus Medical (RPM)
AN aviation-spec ambulance has been deployed to the newly commissioned Mayaguana International Airport, in keeping with the terms of a Heads of Agreement between the Government of The Bahamas, Bahamas Aviation Climate and Severe Weather Network (BACSWN) and Response Plus Medical (RPM).
Roberts Roberts healing in healing in hospital
Super Value owner Rupert Roberts has reassured customers of his 13-store grocery chain and the Bahamian public: “I’m really on the road to recovery.”
Bahamians stuck in Dubai as PM warns of economic impact from Iran conflict
EXPLOSIONS echoed across Dubai on Saturday as intercepted missiles lit up the night sky, sending some Bahamians scrambling back to their hotels while waiting for a way home after the United States and Israel waged war on Iran.
Dementia patient goes missing from hospital
A FAMILY has accused the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) of negligence after their elderly father, a dementia patient, went missing after being admitted on Saturday, with relatives saying they were not informed of his disappearance until the following day.
INSIGHT: A world at war and the lessons of the past
The world woke up to war on Saturday.
Govt rejects family’s claim to Perpall Tract subdivision
THE government says the Perpall Tract off West Bay Street — where approximately 30 acres have been allocated for a new 169-lot subdivision known as Premier Estates West — is Crown land lawfully acquired in 1957, responding to a public claim by a man who says the property belongs to his family.
Biometric voter card rollout begins amid push to modernise registration
THE Parliamentary Registration Department has officially begun rolling out biometric voter cards, beginning with Golden Isles, St James and Carmichael, and expects to distribute about 2,500 ID cards this week.
Man accused of sex assault of teen
A MAN accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in a vehicle near Andros Avenue and Hepburn Alley last week was granted bail on Friday.
Man remanded over alleged knifepoint rape and burglary
A MAN accused of breaking into a woman’s home and raping her at knifepoint in the Wulff Road area last weekend was remanded to prison on Friday.
$7,000 bail granted for possessing unlicensed firearm
A MAN accused of walking with a gun on Murray Street was granted bail on Friday.
