Developer slammed on 'outrageous' airport fees
Norman’s Cay homeowners and the Bahamian aviation industry yesterday blasted the “outrageous” fees imposed by the island’s private airport operator in a bid to recover some of its $10m investment in the facility.Tribune Business was told that Exuma R
‘Resign - What for? it’s time to move on’
Tourism Minister Dionsio D’Aguilar said yesterday he doesn’t believe he should have resigned along with former Health Minister Dr Duane Sands because of his involvement in allowing six permanent residents entry in the country nearly two weeks ago.
Operator error caused blackout
RESIDENTS throughout New Providence were left angry yesterday after an island-wide blackout. With many people working from home and students completing classes and exams online, the blackout left thousands of people frustrated.
New grants worth $200k for Dorian relief
The Moore Bahamas Foundation (“Moore Bahamas”) has announced $200,000 in new grants for Hurricane Dorian relief and recovery, bringing their contributions thus far to more than $500,000 as part of conservation philanthropist Louis Bacon’s million-dol
Heavy rain and winds on the way
WEATHER officials predict extended periods of heavy rain and gusty winds for the northwest and central Bahamas over the next few days bringing the risk of flooding in low lying areas. Local meteorologist Basil Dean told The Tribune Bahamians can ant
Trip for some snacks ends up costing $400
A MAN who claimed he violated the lockdown because he was trying to withdraw cash from an ATM to buy some snacks from the store before it closed was fined $400 yesterday. Charles Eneas, 46, appeared before Magistrate Andrew Forbes after officers fou
Grand Bahama nurses encouraged to 'push through these difficult times'
On the occasion of International Nurses Day, nurses in Grand Bahama were encouraged to be strong and push through these difficult times facing them in healthcare, particularly amid the COVID-19 crisis. At a special ceremony held yesterday, Pastor La
Pair accused of murder
TWO 22-year-old men were charged in Magistrate’s Court yesterday with murdering another man last week. Jonathan Armbrister and Jonavan Armbrister appeared before Magistrate Andrew Forbes charged with the death of Jeffrey Fowler on May 5. According t
Bimini death was not due to virus but heart failure
A WOMAN who died on Bimini this week did not test positive for COVID-19 before her death, Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Delon Brennen said yesterday. An autopsy will be performed to determine the woman’s cause of death. Officials previously said t
Police investigate traffic fatality
Grand Bahama Police are investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred in Holmes Rock, West Grand Bahama. Officials reported that the accident happened at Section A Holmes Rock and that the victim had died at the scene.Details were sketchy up
University student ordered to attend drug counselling
A 24-year-old man was ordered to attend drug counselling sessions after he pleaded guilty to marijuana possession yesterday. Ralph Walker II appeared before Magistrate Andrew Forbes charged with possession of Indian hemp after officers found two gra
Dispelling a few myths
If I may give an address to the graduating students of 2020.
Look at internet control
For those of us who watch TV on WIFI, that familiar circling on screen as the image and sound lags behind due to inadequate bandwidth, it’s enough to drive you crazy. Of course as the peak use hours surge and retreat, you know that a few more users have connected to the network.
Spence has second successful bone marrow transplant in US
A week before the United States of America shut down the country because of the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, Bahamian coach Fritz Spence had his second successful bone marrow transplant surgery to help him overcome his battle with leukemia (AML).
Pilot 3-on-3 basketball tournament ‘is coming’ in August
WHILE no definitive date has been set yet for the resumption of sporting activities in the country, the Bahamas Basketball Federation is looking forward to hosting a pilot 3-on-3 basketball tournament in August that is mandated by FIBA - the governing body for basketball worldwide - with the view of returning to the regular 5-on-5 basketball tournaments.
Suspects held for Grand Bahama deaths
Grand Bahama Police have several people in custody in connection with the latest double homicides on Grand Bahama, a senior police official said yesterday.
Tourism in 'advanced' stage on recovery plan
The Bahamian tourism industry was yesterday said to have reached an “advanced stage” in crafting a plan for its recovery and market re-entry through a process involving multiple stakeholders. The Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA), in a st
Focus on compliance, not Europe's blacklist
Life is about perspective and so is business. There were various public comments denouncing the European Commission’s actions when it last week essentially “blacklisted” The Bahamas yet again. What appears to have concerned both public officials and
Tourism awaits health 'green light' to re-open
The Bahamian tourism industry is awaiting the “green light” from the Ministry of Health on when it can re-open to foreign visitors, a Cabinet minister said yesterday. Dionisio D’Aguilar, pictured , minister of tourism and aviation, speaking outside
