Murder charges dropped against teen in 2022 baby shower shooting
An 18-year-old man had murder and attempted murder charges dropped on Thursday after a witness gave testimony into the fatal 2022 baby shower shooting.
Merchants demand proof on counterfeit alcohol 'rumours'
Liquor store merchants yesterday urged the Bahamas' consumer watchdog to prove that rogue operators are selling counterfeit alcohol - a "rumour" said to have been circulating for around a year.
Ex-BREA chief: Don't hit us on unpaid VAT
A former two-time Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) president, now the country's ambassador to Morocco, has backed arguments that the industry should not be held liable for unpaid VAT on property sales.
'Great deal of stress' in boating fee fall-out
An Abaco resort proprietor says the boating fee reforms fall-out is "causing me a great deal of stress" with a US maritime body yesterday warning The Bahamas could lose its "boater-friendly" reputation.
VAT reforms ‘direct tax’ on business expansion
The Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president yesterday argued that VAT reforms effectively amount to a new tax on business expansion that will also “shrink” construction activity in that area.
Residents voice concerns on East Bay Street hotel/marina
Neighbours of a proposed East Bay Street condo hotel and marina project last night voiced concerns over potential noise pollution, invasion of privacy and adequate parking.
Portable stove cause of fire that killed child
A TRAGIC house fire that left a child dead and three others severely burned earlier this month was caused by a portable stove in the bedroom, Police Commissioner Shanta Knowles said yesterday.
Pinder: ‘I’m undecided’ on seeking renomination for South Abaco seat
WITH questions over his political future and criticism surfacing from within his party, Central and South Abaco MP John Pinder says he remains undecided about seeking renomination, citing ongoing discussions with his family.
$12m in firefighting vehicles requested, says police chief
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) has formally requested 21 firefighting vehicles and equipment, with an estimated price tag of $12m.
FNM announces 17 candidates
THE Free National Movement (FNM) ratified 17 candidates last night during a rally-style event at the party’s headquarters on Mackey Street.
CPSA signs long awaited industrial agreement with Public Hospitals Authority
AFTER years of stalled negotiations and mounting tension, the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) and the Consultant Physicians Staff Association (CPSA) have signed a long-awaited industrial agreement, a move hailed as a major breakthrough in healthcare labour relations in The Bahamas.
GB man under medical supervision after apparent suicide attempt
A 28-year-old Grand Bahama man is under close medical supervision following an apparent suicide attempt on Wednesday morning.
OEF: Summertime soil care
Summer is officially here with its hot, blindingly sunny days and warmer nights.
Bimini celebrates Edgecombe’s historic draft into the NBA
JUBILATION swept through Bimini on Wednesday night as 19-year-old VJ Edgecombe made history, becoming the island’s first native ever drafted into the NBA.
Man held on charge of shooting gun while on bail for attempted murder
A MAN awaiting trial for attempted murder and abetment to murder in Grand Bahama has been denied bail after allegedly discharging a firearm earlier this year.
Man order to pay $2.5k for assault of woman
A 20-year-old man was ordered to pay $2,500 yesterday after admitting to assaulting and injuring a woman during an altercation on Paradise Island last month.
$3,500 fine for violating court-imposed curfew
A MAN awaiting trial for murder was fined $3,500 yesterday after admitting to violating his court-imposed curfew for two weeks.
DIANE PHILLIPS: How hospital stays could affect your mind and body
A physician who is widely respected was discussing health care with a few friends one day when someone asked him casually whether or not he thought a certain patient would be better off in the hospital.
Hanna-Martin: Govt reviewing laws to curb violence on school campuses
MINISTER of Education Glenys Hanna-Martin said the government is reviewing laws to bolster protection for educators and school staff after the violent assault of a school principal in East Grand Bahama this month.
