Commodore: Procurement process too bureaucratic
DEFENCE Force Commodore Raymond King said yesterday that the procurement process for vessel repairs is too bureaucratic and urgently needs to be streamlined.
Abaco fire crews fight to tackle hotspots
A BUSH fire near Bahama Palm Shores triggered an urgent response Monday as emergency crews worked to contain hotspots sparked by wildfires that scorched Abaco over the weekend, damaging infrastructure and forcing school and business closures.
‘Son targeted by his killers’
TWO families are demanding answers after a violent weekend in New Providence left four men dead, including a 34-year-old man allegedly killed by someone he trusted and a 31-year-old fatally shot in what relatives believe was a case of mistaken identity.
Bush fire threatens homes near Sapodilla Restaraunt on West Bay Street
A BUSH fire near homes on Sea Beach Boulevard off West Bay Street erupted Monday morning, threatening several properties after dry brush ignited.
‘National Drug Prescription Drug Programme will be fully integrated into NHI by February 2026’
THE government is targeting February 1, 2026, for the full integration of the National Prescription Drug Plan (NPDP) into the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), following a recent virtual stakeholder consultation.
Ministry of Health signs $2m contract to retrofit National Reference Laboratory
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville signed a nearly $2m contract with Scorpio Construction Ltd on Friday to retrofit a National Reference Laboratory at the former Bahamas Mortgage Corporation building on Russell Road, Oakes Field.
PETER YOUNG: Stunning political turnaround in Canada
The past year has not been good for incumbent governments in countries like the US, UK, Japan and Germany.
TIMOTHY ROBERTS: Consequence of Neglect
Everything is eventual.
FACING REALITY: Challenge of obesity
Living healthy is relative.
RBPF holds three day court of enquiry tribunal workshop
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force launched a three-day disciplinary workshop yesterday at police headquarters in New Providence, the organisation’s first event of its kind.
Junior Baseball League of Nassau wins the title in Long Island
THE Bahamas Baseball Association took its junior development programme to Long Island over the weekend with the Junior Baseball League of Nassau winning the title.
Whitfield Ching Jr making his presence felt
THERE are many players in the pipeline who are hoping to make their presence felt on the international scene in basketball and one of them is Whitfield Ching Jr.
Listen to commodore on issues of accountability
COMMODORE Raymond King is to leave his post – but we hope that some of his suggestions do not leave with him.
Man charged with molesting 15-year-old
A 21-year-old man was granted bail yesterday after being accused of molesting a 15-year-old girl last month.
A tribute to J Henry Bostwick
The Honourable J Henry Bostwick, a nation builder and titan at the criminal bar has gone home to take his rest.
BTVI Story: Never giving up pays off for Ralitsa
This summer, Ralitsa Rahming is expected to graduate from the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) for the fourth time.
Abaco blazes branded resident ‘wake-up call’
Abaco residents and businesses yesterday described the recent fires that erupted on the island a wake-up call for greater precautions and readiness to be taken in future.
Mother tells inquest son ‘terrified’ of officer
THE mother of Deshoan Smith, one of three men shot and killed by police in a 2020 incident, said he was “terrified” of one of the officers involved when he was hospitalised for a separate shooting in 2019.
Businessman alleges woman extorted $14,000
A 36-year-old woman was granted bail yesterday after being accused of extorting $14,000 from a local businessman.
Celebrating Bahamian talent and culture in UK
THE Performing Arts Alive Theatre (PAAT) of Grand Bahama recently returned from its inaugural Pride of The Bahamas tour in the UK, a two-week cultural showcase celebrating Bahamian talent.
