Cheque elimination not a ‘simple flip of switch’
The Central Bank’s governor yesterday conceded that plans to eliminate the use of cheques by end-2024 are “not as simple as flipping a switch” given the resistance encountered thus far to the move.
Pelican Bay Resort renovation is ‘good for Grand Bahama’
TOURISM arrivals have reached seven million for 2022 in figures revealed so far, according to Minister of Tourism, Investment and Aviation Chester Cooper.
Ambassador visits Grand Bahama and Eleuthera
AMBASSADOR Cindy McCain, the United States Representative to the United Nations Agencies in Rome, travelled to Grand Bahama on Monday and was taken on a tour of the eastern part of the island.
Governor eyes IMF-beating 4-6% GDP growth for 2023
The Central Bank’s governor yesterday forecast that The Bahamas could beat International Monetary Fund (IMF) projections by growing its economy “anywhere in the 4-6 percent range” for 2023.
New Airport among infrastructural improvements planned for Cat Island
CONSTRUCTION for a new airport on Cat Island should begin no later than May, Prime Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis revealed yesterday. “The way it’s looking, we should be able to have shovels in the ground no later than May of this year,” he said.
‘No surprise’ at increase in sex crimes, say activists
ACTIVISTS said the increase of sex crimes is “not surprising”, arguing that the government has continuously failed to prioritise laws that protect women.
Pintard calls for report on Coleby-Davis investigation
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said the government is duty-bound to give a complete report into the police investigation of claims made against Housing and Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis.
DAVIS: STAY OUT OF MY BUSINESS – PM hits back at FNM leader over calls for reshuffle
PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis insisted yesterday that he has no plans to shuffle his Cabinet at this time after calls from FNM leader Michael Pintard for him to do so, saying the opposition needs “to stay out of my business”.
Landscaper: Don’t single out Haitian work permits
THE Bahamas Landscaping Association’s (BLA) chairman says the Government should not bar only new work permit applications for Haitians as there are multiple other nationalities holding jobs Bahamians can do.
57-year-old man accused of rape of 21-year-old woman remanded
A 57-year-old man was sent to prison yesterday after being accused of raping a 21-year-old woman earlier this month.
Clinics should not go cashless
Kindly permit me to offer my comments in respect to remarks made by the Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville that the Public Health Clinics will be going cashless.
Business Licences
Please allow me space in your daily to voice a concern.
Athletes qualify for CARIFTA
The third annual Red-Line Athletics Oaktree Sonja Knowles Track Classic over the weekend at the Thomas A Robinson Track and Field Stadium was termed a tremendous success with quite a number of athletes attaining the qualifying standards for the CARIFTA Games.
NPPPSSA mini basketball tourney underway
THE New Providence Public Primary School Sports Association’s 2023 Mini Basketball Tournament got underway yesterday at the Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium with some exciting games being played by the girls’ teams.
Swimmers make the mark for CARIFTA
THE FAC first annual Bert Bell Memorial Swim Meet took place over the weekend with quite a few competitors attaining the qualifying standards for the 2023 CARIFTA Games in Curacao in April.
Lack of support
Today I had the good fortune to attend the State Recognized Funeral of the Hon. Mr Justice Roger Keith Gomez, Sr (Ret) and was baffled with the lack of support from the clergy, some who personally told me of Bishop Gomez‘ assistance to them in Barbados where he served as Bishop, and particularly the absence of the hierarchy of the Anglican Church
Accused granted bail in unlicenced firearm and ammunition case
A MAN was granted $7,500 bail in court yesterday after being accused of having a loaded pistol in New Providence last week.
Man fined $2000 for possession of marijuana with intent to supply
A MAN was fined $2,000 in court yesterday after admitting to having more than 10 ounces of marijuana.
Pair who deny violating bail are granted bail by court again
TWO men were granted bail in Magistrate’s Court yesterday after denying that they violated their bail conditions while on release for separate charges of attempted murder and armed robbery.
Men’s Soccer League returns to action
THE Bahamas Men’s Soccer League returned to action after the Christmas break with the completion of the quarterfinal rounds of the Hummel Cup 2023 over the weekend at the Roscow AL Davies Field at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex.
