‘Serious discomfort’: Superwash expansion hit by $1m VAT reform
Superwash’s principal says plans to create 25 jobs by building a new laundromat location have been given “serious discomfort” by legal reforms restricting his ability to reclaim VAT on construction expenses.
Abaco duo are ‘disheartened’ by lack of expansion support
An Abaco father-and-son duo say they are “disheartened” that the Government has shown little to no interest in supporting their proposed $500,000 investment to expand egg production nine-fold.
Hotels urged: ‘Get into 21st century’ on sales distribution’
Family Island hotels enjoyed a 9 percent increase in room revenue for the 2025 first half as the industry was urged to “get into the 21st century” on bookings and sales distribution.
Fisheries chief sounds alarm over revived poaching activity
National Health Insurance (NHI) funding must be “expanded” to match the scheme’s benefits growth, the Medical Association of The Bahamas (MAB) president says, describing this as “open for discussion”.
Long-term boating fee impact ‘yet to be seen’
An Abaco resort and marina owner says said the long-term impact from the new and increased boating industry fees “remains to be seen”.
BTC in ‘targeted action’ over customer feedback
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company’s (BTC) top executive says the carrier has “responded with targeted action” to customer concerns and what their biggest needs are.
Gov’t ‘can’t just tax’ for NHI’s financing
The Government “can’t just tax” to finance National Health Insurance (NHI), a businessman is arguing, but must instead consult the private sector and tackle the wellness crisis via more creative means.
Bahamian officials heading to China over SME management
The Chinese ambassador has met with government officials set to travel to China for a seminar designed to boost growth among Bahamian small and medium-sized businesses.
Seven months jail for cultivating marijuana
A MAN was sentenced to seven months in prison on Friday for possessing and cultivating marijuana at his residence on Lady Slipper Drive.
GB police investigate alleged sex assault
Police in Grand Bahama are investigating an alleged sexual assault that occurred on the island over the weekend.
Man accused of stealing car at gunpoint
A MAN was remanded to prison on Thursday, accused of stealing a car at gunpoint in Mount Royal Avenue and physically attacking him in April.
Historian criticises lack of women in politics in The Bahamas
A HISTORIAN has criticised the lack of women in politics in The Bahamas and is calling for greater efforts to encourage more into leadership roles.
American woman recovering after losing both legs in life-altering boat accident
AN American woman who lost her legs in a boating accident in The Bahamas in May has recounted her harrowing experience, saying she nearly lost her life.
McDonald’s celebrates 50 years in The Bahamas
RESTAURANT chain McDonald’s celebrated 50 years of service in Nassau on Saturday – with a celebration event at its Marlborough Street location.
Two charged with attempted murder and gun possession
TWO MEN accused of shooting another sitting in his car in Devaux Street, leaving him in critical condition, were remanded to prison on Friday.
Cartwright: Censorship will not be accepted in The Bahamas
FREE National Movement (FNM) deputy leader Shanendon Cartwright has blasted the Broadcasting Corporation of The Bahamas (BCB) for what he called an “undemocratic and offensive” decision to cut short a live interview with the party’s candidate for West Grand Bahama and Bimini Omar Isaacs.
Shark bite victim ‘very, very lucky’ to avoid serious injury
Shark attack survivor Mike Raich has revealed how he narrowly escaped serious injury when a bite to his arm missed major nerves and arteries by inches.
Matilda ‘Millie’ Robinson-Rolle dies at 110 years old
A WOMAN who left a message for the future in a time capsule during the country’s 51st Independence celebrations last year has died at the age of 110.
Police investigate fatal shooting
Police are investigating a fatal shooting off August Street on Sunday that left a man dead.
Mom-of-4 dies in Eleuthera crash
A YOUNG mother-of-four was killed in a traffic accident on Eleuthera over the holiday weekend, leaving her family and friends devastated.
