Man accused of touching 11-year-old step-daughter inappropriately on two occasions
A 48-year-old man was granted bail yesterday after being accused of indecently assaulting his 11-year-old stepdaughter on two occasions this year.
Boy accused of attempted murder and car theft
A 15-year-old boy was remanded to the Simpson Penn Centre for Boys yesterday after being accused of attempted murder and vehicle theft.
Man charged with stealing car at gunpoint
AN 18-year-old man was remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of stealing a vehicle at gunpoint last year.
Police investigating a suicide attempt in GB
POLICE on Grand Bahama are investigating a suspected suicide attempt involving a woman who reportedly took a large amount of over-the-counter medication.
Niccolo P Small Cadet Programme sees two graduates join Met Dept
TWO graduates of the Niccolo P Small Meteorology Cadet Programme have officially joined the Department of Meteorology as full-time staff, an achievement for the government’s initiative to develop a new generation of Bahamian meteorologists.
Cooper defends govt reporting on visitor expenditure after IMF warning
DEPUTY Prime Minister Chester Cooper has defended the government’s reporting on tourism spending following concerns from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which warned The Bahamas may be overstating visitor expenditure.
BACSWN announces ten $25k scholarships to bolster meteorological expertise
IN a push to build Bahamian expertise in meteorology and climate sciences, the Bahamas Aviation, Climate and Severe Weather Network (BACSWN) has announced ten scholarships valued at $25,000 each.
A catalyst for the growth of Junkanoo
Junkanoo has been stifled for too long; it is time to open the cage and let her fly free.
Three Americans airlifted to US for medical treatment after boating accident in Abaco
THREE American men were airlifted to the United States for further medical treatment after they were injured in a boating accident in Abaco, on Sunday evening.
Roker: Feed Ya Self to be every Saturday event
Roker’s Gas Station is partnering with Nu Gaia Farms through its Feed Ya Self initiative in a bid to highlight what is produced by Bahamian farmers and other small businesses.
‘Most’ freed after Norman’s Cay Immigration operation
Multiple government agencies raided Norman’s Cay yesterday following allegations of Immigration law violations but “most” foreign workers were subsequently released as their papers were in order.
Pastors top Politicians in ‘Peace on da Street’ Basketball Classic
IN a spirited battle of faith and governance, the annual “Peace on da Streets” Basketball Classic Pastors vs Politicians game lit up the Kendal G.L. Isaacs Gymnasium yesterday evening, drawing a lively crowd and showcasing a blend of competition, camaraderie and community unity.
Gardiner ‘back on track’ with victory
After stopping and not completing in his previous meet, Bahamian Olympic and world champion Steven Gardiner got back on track with a victory over the weekend.
‘Golden Girl’ Debbie Ferguson-McKenzie honoured
‘GOLDEN girl’ Debbie Ferguson-McKenzie was overwhelmed by the recognition she got this past week on her return home.
‘Get Your Spike On’ volleyball tourney champions crowned
THE Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity and the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated secured bragging rights as the old and new champions of the “Get Your Spike On” Volleyball Tournament.
BLTA sending U12 team to competition in Dominican Republic
THE Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) is sending the fifth team for international representation at the U12 Team Competition in the Dominican Republic.
Team Bahamas to compete at World Clubs Tournament
FOR the second consecutive year The Bahamas has fielded a team of four riders to compete at the World Clubs Tournament in Lamotte-Beuvron, France.
Up to 50% of high-end homes listed ‘off-market’
Up to 50 percent of high-end, multi-million dollar Bahamian residential properties seeking buyers are being promoted “off-market” rather than publicly via the Multiple Listing System (MLS).
