Call for ‘proper assessment’ of who is still in need
FREE National Movement leader Michael Pintard wants a “proper assessment” of who in the country is still “food insecure” and needs the aid of social assistance programmes.
Family mourns after traffic fatality
THE death of 30-year-old Shaquille Williams in a traffic accident on Saturday was a shock to relatives who are now grieving over a life cut short.
Grand Bahama gets ready for NACAC Championships
THE Grand Bahama Sports Complex in Freeport has undergone a facelift and significant improvement in preparation for the North American, Central American, and Caribbean Athletic Association (NACAC) Championships set for August 19 to 21.
Survey quizzes Bahamians on benefits of local government
BAHAMIANS have weighed in on the benefits of local government in The Bahamas, according to a survey initiated by advocacy group Rise Bahamas.
Minnis: Equal rights is proper way to go
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis says he believes equalising citizenship rights is “the proper way to go,” adding his administration had planned to address the issue while in office.
Murder victim was star student
THE partially decomposed body of a man was found in a garbage bag inside the trunk of a vehicle near the Centreville Food Market.
Boat survivors to be deported this week
FIFTEEN Haitian migrants who were onboard an ill-fated vessel that capsized in waters off New Providence last month will be repatriated to their homeland later this week, Immigration and Labour Minister Keith Bell said yesterday.
US man dies at Sandals resort
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander yesterday confirmed police are investigating the “sudden death” of an American tourist at Sandals Emerald Bay, Exuma.
‘WE MUST UNITE IN CLIMATE FIGHT’: PM calls on leaders across Caribbean to take action
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis repeated his calls yesterday for Caribbean leaders to unite and take action in the fight against climate change.
Marina association announces Charter Yacht Show for February
THE Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) has announced a Charter Yacht Show for February next year, held in conjunction with the International Yacht Brokers Association (IYBA).
Two charged with causing harm
TWO men were arraigned in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday on separate charges of causing harm.
Bail granted in gun possession case
A MAN was granted $7,500 bail in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday in relation to a firearm charge.
Increase in murders
There has been an alarming uptick in murders over the past couple of months and, as always, there are voices giving causes and solutions and the political voices are not least among them. One side seems content to let the other stew because this is not their “watch”, but that does not change the fact that they are equally at fault for what is happening.
Speaker of the House
May it please your Majesty, I have neither eye to see nor tongue to speak in this place, but as the House is pleased to direct me.
Two face court over separate drugs charges
TWO men were arraigned in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday on separate drug charges.
Women accused of $300 grocery theft
TWO women were each granted $500 bail in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday after allegedly stealing almost $300 worth of groceries from Super Value.
Blazer Elite Basketball Academy continues to help young athletes
DR Ray Evans and his Blazer Elite Basketball Academy continues to make provisions for young athletes to obtain scholarships to attend high school, prep school and colleges and universities in the United States.
Roberts feels sting of injury bug
A series of injuries, including one to his back, forced Justin Roberts to remain on the tennis court sidelines a lot longer than he had originally anticipated.
Young sailor Craig Ferguson declines invitation to ‘Regatta of Champions’
FOLLOWING his outstanding recent performance - placing first in the silver fleet at The Optimist World Championships in Turkey last month - 15-year-old sailor Craig Ferguson has recently been offered the prestigious invitation to participate in a brand-new international event, “The Regatta of Champions”, scheduled to take place in Cyprus in November.
28th AID Claycourt Championships kicks off at Gym Tennis Club
THE AID Claycourt Championships kicked off this weekend at the Gym Tennis Club.
