Electrical retailer in zoning clash with major developer
A major New Providence developer is objecting to an electrical retailer’s bid to rezone five acres it owns near Lyford Cay to commercial, which it argues will aid the property’s sale and fetch a higher purchase price.
$636,000 budget for Royal visit
THE government earmarked $636,194 to honour all expenses associated with their Royal Highnesses‘ visit to The Bahamas in March. However, as of Monday, May 16, approximately 96 percent or $625,186 of the money has been paid out.
Five weeks of rising COVID cases in region
FOR the past five consecutive weeks the Caribbean has experienced a rise in new COVID-19 infections, according to Pan American Health Organisation Director Dr Carissa Etienne yesterday.
Teachers: Use wisdom over shutting schools
THE Bahamas Union of Teachers is “closely monitoring” the spread of COVID-19 in public schools, its president Belinda Wilson urging the Ministry of Education to “utilise wisdom” as examinations get underway.
‘TAX THE RICH’ – Minnis: Charge wealthy property buyers and scrap breadbasket VAT
FORMER Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday suggested that the government increase taxes on wealthy property buyers and eliminate value added tax on breadbasket items to alleviate the burden on struggling Bahamians.
Reimagining education
Throughout its 47 short years of existence, The College of The Bahamas (COB), now University of The Bahamas, has been marked by tides of change. Similarly, in more recent times, we have had change thrust upon us as a nation; first through Hurricane Dorian’s devastation resulting from climate change, and then the catastrophic health and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Judicial propriety
Over a 30-plus year career in law and as a former magistrate, I am pleased to say there has been a steady positive evolution in both our judiciary and our jurisprudence. Unlike in the past, the present complement of our judiciary each possesses the comportment and temperament the esteemed position demands. They are in all respects judicious, something which those of us who are senior attorneys truly appreciate.
Bail granted for man accused of cruelty to five-year-old girl
A MAN was granted bail in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday after being accused of abusing a five-year-old girl.
Couple in court accused of receiving stolen television
A COUPLE was charged in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday with receiving a stolen item.
One pleads guilty as five deny drug possession
SIX MEN were charged in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday in connection with a single drug offence.
Two face court on drugs charges
TWO men were arraigned in a Magistrate’s Court yesterday on separate drug charges.
Man accused of stealing $8,000 worth of goods
A MAN was charged in the Magistrate’s Court yesterday with stealing goods worth more than $8,000 from another man's home.
72 migrants repatriated
SEVENTY-TWO foreign nationals were repatriated on Tuesday, according to the Bahamas Department of Immigration yesterday.
Jones and Sun win Liberty rematch
Jonquel Jones and the Connecticut Sun exacted revenge for an opening day loss and looked like a dominant title contender in an early season rematch with the New York Liberty.
Mixed fortunes for Bahamian pro basketball players in Europe and South America
This week produced varying results for Bahamian pro basketball players as their postseason runs continued in their respective leagues throughout Europe and South America.
BBFF announces 2022 events
The Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation announced its calendar of local events with several traditional initiatives set to make their return in 2022.
Seven-game hit streak for Ian Lewis at Jupiter Hammerheads
Ian Lewis is off to a blistering start at the plate in his 2022 season and has opened the year with a seven-game hit streak.
Turnquest and Bain to face each other in quarterfinals
Abigail Simms and Indiana Tech Warriors lost to St Thomas 2-4 at the Nationals in Mobile Alabama.
Potter’s Cay vendors given access to repair supplies
AGRICULTURE, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs Minister Clay Sweeting yesterday said Potter’s Cay Dock vendors affected by a fire last year were provided with letters to access supplies to rebuild their stalls.
