Albury, Greene lead team to wins
THE Chipola coaching staff has raved about the contributions of its Bahamian stars as the team has continued its undefeated season and risen as high as no.4 in the national junior college rankings.
Bahamians shine at the Lil Mo/Big Mo tennis competition
THE Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) congratulates Khai Rhees, Kingston Rees and William McCartney on their performances at the Lil Mo/Big MO Competition in Palm Beach, Florida.
ALICIA WALLACE: Having a tough time choosing presents? Here are some ideas
THE holiday season is one that many look forward to all year. There are beautiful lights, lots of events, and the anticipation of giving and receiving gifts. There always seems to be a rush to check off all the items on our lists in the three weeks before Christmas.
EDITORIAL: Items left on the govt’s to-do list this year
AS WE head towards Christmas, government seems to be more stumbling rather than sprinting towards the year’s finishing line.
Ex-minister warns BOB: $6m appeal withdraw ‘not the end’
A former Cabinet minister yesterday warned “it’s not the end” after an appeal against the dismissal of a $6m default judgment against Bank of the Bahamas was withdrawn by attorneys representing his interests.
Debt consolidation loans not cutting borrower woe
Commercial banks have revealed that debt consolidation loans frequently fail to reduce a troubled borrower’s debt service ratio to the 45 percent of income previously targeted by industry regulators.
Staniel Cay owner to seek ‘major damages’ over halt
A Staniel Cay homeowner yesterday said he is “ready for anything” and plans to seek “significant damages” from fellow residents after the Judicial Review challenge to his property’s construction was dismissed.
Minister demands food retailers ‘respect’ law
A Cabinet minister yesterday demanded that food retailers “respect” the law and adopt the Government’s expanded price control regime or face an enforcement crackdown that will see fines and penalties levied.
‘No way forward’ in union talks with government
BAHAMAS Public Service Union (BPSU) president Kimsley Ferguson said there is still “no way forward” in negotiations with the government about the union’s outstanding industrial agreement.
Teachers union signs memorandum of understanding
THE Bahamas Union of Teachers signed a memorandum of understanding yesterday with the Bahamas Baptist University College and the Charlotte Knowles- Thompson Agency Limited.
Prime Minister hails government’s accomplishments
PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis said his administration is pleased with its performance in office so far, but also acknowledged that there is still much more work to be done.
Halkitis: Food retailers are expected to comply
ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said yesterday the government fully expects food retailers to comply with its new price control regulations and that it intends to enforce the law against operators who refuse to implement the changes.
Pintard ‘not surprised’ at marijuana delay
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard said he is not surprised that the Davis administration has delayed presenting marijuana legalisation to Parliament.
Mitchell highlights need to tackle issues facing Haiti
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell is of the view that Haiti continues to suffer social and economic depression because it “struck the first blow for freedom back in 1804” for oppressed black nations. He urged regional counterparts to help them resolve their problems.
‘Govt owes teachers $1.5m back payments’
BAHAMAS Union of Teachers president Belinda Wilson said some teachers in her union are owed an estimated $1.5m in back pay from the government.
Sweeting speaks out over Eleuthera water problems
Member of Parliament for Central and South Eleuthera Clay Sweeting said the disruption of water supply on the island is “unacceptable and extremely frustrating” - and that he has expressed his “disappointment” to colleagues.
CHRISTMAS SHOWDOWN – Roberts: Price Control backed off after festive season shutdown threat
Super Value’s principal yesterday disclosed Price Control “backed off” seizing vast quantities of product when warned of pre-Christmas store shutdowns, telling the Government: “We don’t want war, and you don’t want war.”
Outstanding taxes and what is achieved?
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Weather changes
THE Farmers Alamac, an American Periodical has been forecasting North America’s weather since 1818. These long-range forecasts have offered farmers, meteorologists and the public a explanation of what will possibly happen with our climate and why. Well, the Alamac’s predictions for the winter of 2022-2023 should elicit our attention and possible response to the highly active weather to come.
