LETTER: Pintard’s FNM facing major crisis
CENTRAL Grand Bahama MP Iram Lewis blindsided his constituents - and perhaps Free National Movement Leader Michael Pintard - by switching his political allegiance to the fledgling Coalition of Independents and its increasingly popular leader Lincoln Bain.
STATESIDE: Trump contemplating a third term - but can he?
There’s a curious sub-text to the whole Donald Trump presidential saga that has wormed its way into the American national consciousness and cannot, apparently, be expelled.
FRONT PORCH: What will be the effect of Lewis’ departure?
The curious and unfortunate decision yesterday by Central Grand Bahama Member of Parliament Iram Lewis to resign from the Free National Movement and join the oddly and ironically named Coalition of Independents (COI) has precedent.
Elderly man embraces govt rescue as sister fights to save family property
AS government officials moved to demolish a shabby house at the intersection of Peter Street and Blue Hill Road yesterday, emotional pleas from a family member to preserve the building clashed with the wishes of its long-time occupant, who welcomed the intervention.
Coalition bolstered by Lewis’ addition to party
THE Coalition of Independents (COI) secured a seat in the House of Assembly for the first time yesterday, gaining mainstream representation after Central Grand Bahama MP Iram Lewis resigned from the Free National Movement (FNM) and joined the party.
Dr David Allen warns of growing mental health crisis in country
DR David Allen says a rise in suicidal ideation among attendees of his Family People Helping People Project reflects the broader surge in suicides and suicide attempts seen across The Bahamas this year, warning that the trends observed within the group are part of a growing mental health crisis in the country.
Tabernacle Baptist Academy continues to dominate the Island Sports Championships
Tabernacle Baptist Academy celebrated its 12th consecutive victory in the Island Sports Championships during an award presentation ceremony held at the school on Thursday.
Teen accused of assault and robbery of man
A 17-year-old boy was remanded to the Simpson Penn Centre for Boys yesterday after he was accused of assaulting and robbing a man on Commonwealth Boulevard last week.
Bahamas hit by 10 percent tariff by US
THE Bahamas has been hit with a 10% tariff as the US has announced tariffs affecting nations around the world.
Stepfather accused of molesting 12-year-old
A 40-Year-old man was remanded yesterday after he was accused of molesting his 12-year-old stepdaughter twice over the past ten months.
Judge denies man’s bail over ‘highly irregular’ affidavit to withdraw charges
A MAN accused of armed robbery — while already on bail for murder and attempted murder — was denied bail for a third time after the Court of Appeal raised alarm over an affidavit allegedly filed by the complainant asking to withdraw the matter.
Merchant surprise as sweets and sugary drinks not included in VAT cut
A Cabinet minister yesterday hailed the decision not to give candy and sugary drinks a 50 percent VAT rate cut despite the initial confusion this caused for food store merchants.
Insurer: 95% of customers to see no property increase
A Bahamian insurer says 95 percent of its clients will suffer no increase in their property coverage premiums for 2025 amid hopes prices may reduce finally reduce next year if global losses stay below $110bn.
Merchant surprise as candy, sugary drinks not in VAT cut
A Cabinet minister yesterday hailed the decision not to give candy and sugary drinks a 50 percent VAT rate cut despite the initial confusion this caused for food store merchants.
‘Virtually impossible’ for GBPA to act as independent regulator
A Supreme Court judge has ruled it is virtually impossible for the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) to act as independent regulator for the water monopoly it owns as he backed the need for third-party oversight.
Contractor criticises $183m no-bid roadworks contract
A GRAND Bahama contractor has criticised the government’s decision to award a $183.5m no-bid roadworks contract to a Nassau-based company, saying local firms were shut out of the opportunity without explanation.
Opposition: ‘No $183m roadworks’ in west GB
The Opposition’s chairman yesterday demanded that a contract to overhaul west Grand Bahama’s roads be “terminated” by the Government, adding: “I don’t believe there’s $183m worth of roadworks there.”
Balmoral Club submits new condo hotel plan
The Balmoral Club has submitted a revised application to the Town Planning Committee seeking approval for a six-storey condo hotel at its Sanford Drive location.
Price inspectors eye VAT rate compliance
Price inspectors from the Consumer Affairs Unit yesterday conducted multiple store visits to ensure merchants are n compliance with the new 5 percent VAT rate on foods sold in grocery stores, convenience stores and service stations.
