Tributes as neurosurgeon and politician Dr Eugene Newry dies
NOTED neurosurgeon and former politician Dr Eugene Newry died on Sunday.
Bahamas urged: ‘Go back into the tourism business’
A prominent architect is arguing that The Bahamas must “go back into the tourism business for itself” to reverse the “dramatic drop” in its competitiveness versus faster-growing rival Caribbean destinations.
Abaco Chamber chief: ‘We’re in a scary time’
Abaco’s Chamber of Commerce president yesterday said The Bahamas and whole world are entering “a pretty scary time”, adding that the island was “just waiting for the other shoe to drop” when it came to further price hikes.
Accountant ‘surprised’ if any Budget tax hike
A Bahamian accountant yesterday said he would “definitely be surprised” if the Government introduced new and/or increased taxes in tomorrow’s Budget given that it would only worsen the cost of living crisis for vulnerable Bahamians.
BISX-listed Fund eyes restart for dividends after 15-year gap
The BISX-listed Bahamas Property Fund’s Board will within the next month receive a recommendation to resume investor dividend payments after a 15-year hiatus following completion of its $8m preference share financing.
‘No count’ on late disclosures
THERE has been a considerable increase in the number of officials who have filed their financial records, according to Public Disclosure Commission chairman Bishop Victor Cooper.
Attorney concerned at sex registry operation
A NOTED attorney has raised concerns about the lack of information given to convicts about the sexual offender’s registry prior to their imprisonment.
Exuma deaths 'caused by carbon monoxide'
LOCAL officials and Sandals Emerald Bay in Exuma were tight-lipped yesterday about the cause of death of three American tourists who were found dead in their rooms at the hotel earlier this month.
‘NO WAY’ TO PAY BILLS WITHOUT NEW TAXES: Reformer says Budget is most important in history of The Bahamas
A governance reformer yesterday said he was “confident” some tax increases will be unveiled in tomorrow’s Budget, which he branded as the “most important” in Bahamian history to-date.
Is Adrian Gibson a target?
Please allow me space in your column to express my views on the recent probe into the Water & Sewerage Corporation and what now it appears to be a focus on the Long Island Member of Parliament Mr Adrian Gibson.
Supporter of Minnis or a lost soul?
Please allow me a small place in your newspaper to respond to a letter I read signed “The Mackey Street Man” dated May 22, 2022.
Pintard has a hint of Pindling
I was watching a news segment on Our News Bahamas regarding Free National Movement (FNM) Leader Michael Pintard on a point of order in Parliament and was thoroughly impressed with his uncanny ability to speak extemporaneously.
Man found guilty of stealing parts
A MAN was found guilty by a magistrate yesterday of stealing $1,800 worth of car parts from a woman's car and also causing $200 damage to the same vehicle.
Teen admits attack with wheelbarrow handle
A RAGGED island teenager pleaded guilty yesterday in a Magistrate’s Court to attacking a man with a wheelbarrow handle after the man allegedly robbed him.
Bail granted in $52k marijuana case
A MAN was granted bail at nearly $10k in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday after allegedly being found with $52,800 worth of marijuana last week.
Two accused over unlicenced firearm
A MAN and a woman were charged in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday with possession of an unlicenced firearm and ammunition.
Freedom Farm champions crowned
THE Freedom Farm Baseball League concluded its 2022 season with “Championship Sunday” at the league’s complex in Yamacraw.
‘Golden Girl’ Pauline Davis presents copies of her memoir
THROUGH a special donation from World Athletics, the governing body for track and field around the world, Pauline Davis made a presentation of 450 copies of her book, Running Sideways, to the Ministry of Education, Technical and Vocational Training.
Chavez Young homers on rehab assignment in Single A
CHAVEZ Young continues to work his way back from an early season injury in his second stint with the Dunedin Blue Jay of the Single-A Florida State League.
Jonquel Jones and Sun start fast, breeze to 92-70 victory over Fever
JONQUEL Jones’ individual numbers are short of her MVP pace from a year ago, but a more balanced Connecticut Sun has surged ahead of the WNBA’s Eastern Conference standings.
