GBPC warns of outages for next four to six weeks due to scheduled maintenance
GRAND Bahama residents are being warned to brace for brief power outages over the next four to six weeks as the island’s power company carries out scheduled maintenance and sources additional temporary generation to strengthen its electricity grid.
Consumer Protection warns public over rise in social media marketplace complaints
The Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) is warning the public about a rise in complaints linked to social media transactions, particularly on marketplace, trade, and barter pages.
Hoffer Sport’s chief slams ‘false rumour’ of closure
Hoffer Sport’s chief executive last night slammed as a “false rumour” speculation that the retailer plans to close its Bay Street location.
Treasure Cay concern on project’s push-back
Treasure Cay homeowners and locals are still optimistic that the resort community’s revival will materialise while voicing concern that the potential developer continues to push the timeline back.
Dominican deal importing fruits now grown in Andros
The North Andros Chamber of Commerce president says the island’s farmers are “disappointed” the Government may agree a deal to mass import fruits from the Dominican Republic that they produce.
New GB enterprise hailed as ‘tech tourism at its best’
The Deputy Prime Minister has hailed the launch of a Grand Bahama-based mobile app and discount savings website as “smart business, smart tourism and tech tourism at its best”.
D-Squad Basketball Celebrates 20 years with CWCO’s Support
WHAT began as a small effort to give young people a constructive outlet has grown into an impactful summer camp with participants benefiting from structured practices, personal development sessions and opportunities to compete.
RAINED OFF: Independence celebrations hit by weather
Tonight's Independence celebrations have been hit by weather - and will be televised-only, with no audience.
EDITORIAL: A challenge to uplift The Bahamas
ANOTHER Independence anniversary is upon us. Tonight, many of us will go out to celebrate, to go to the official ceremonies, both in New Providence and on other islands, and count down the moments to midnight.
EDITORIAL: Who will step up for Haiti?
THE problems facing Haiti continue to spill over to affect the wider region – ourselves included.
Decathlete Kendrick Thompson reflects on his bronze-medal feat
ALTHOUGH he didn’t achieve his ultimate goal, Bahamian Kendrick Thompson said he was still extremely pleased with his men’s decathlon bronze-medal performance at the Decastar Meet over the weekend.
Yankees move ‘Jazz’ back to second base
While he prepares for the Major League’s 2025 All-Star Classic next week, Bahamian Jasrado ‘Jazz’ Chisholm Jr has been moved back to second base for the New York Yankees.
Tonny Simon Jr receives water polo scholarship
NOBLE Preparatory Academy 2025 graduate Tonny Simon Jr is heading to McKendree University in Lebanon, Illinois on an academic and athletic scholarship for water polo.
Denycko Bowles Elite Skills Basketball Camp hosts its annual Parent Interaction Day
IT was all smiles and sweat at the Denycko Bowles Elite Skills Basketball Camp yesterday, as the camp hosted its much-anticipated annual Parent Interaction Day.
Bahamian’s bookings surged 45% on ‘illegal’ foreign charter’s arrest
A Bahamian charter operator, who played a key role in apprehending a foreign rival accused of operating illegally in this nation, yesterday revealed his bookings surged 45 percent after the arrest.
Treasure Cay buyer ‘holding off’ amid October target for permits
The potential buyer of Abaco’s Treasure Cay resort says it is “holding off” from starting any development work as it targets obtaining all necessary permits and approvals by October 2025.
Eliminate ‘silos’ call as 75% of boaters to cut Bahamas visits
The Bahamas must better align tourism and tax policy “silos” to ensure it does not force stopover visitors “to save up for a lifetime” to enjoy this nation’s “lifetime of experiences”, a senior executive is arguing.
Bimini fishing tournament sees no boating fee effect
A large visitor turnout is still expected at the 75th Bimini Native Fishing Tournament scheduled for July’s end despite the ongoing outcry over new and increased fees for boaters.
