Consumer watchdog solves one in four Q1 complaints
The Bahamas’ consumer watchdog yesterday said it has resolved more than one of every four complaints received during the 2025 first quarter while recovering $44,000 in compensation for the public.
Police still have no ID on body found in burnt car
MONTHS after police discovered burned remains in a car on Grand Bahama, the victim has yet to be identified.
Cooper warns illegal jet ski operators, don’t ‘bite the hand that feeds you’
DEPUTY Prime Minister Chester Cooper yesterday warned rogue jet ski operators that engaging in illicit activities threatens public safety and undermines the country’s tourism industry.
‘Conflict of interest for Glover-Rolle to head Public Service and Labour’
BAHAMAS Public Services Union (BPSU) president Kimsley Ferguson has criticised Minister Pia Glover-Rolle’s dual leadership of the Ministry of the Public Service and the Ministry of Labour, describing the arrangement as a clear conflict of interest.
Police-involved killing of GB man ruled justifiable
A JURY returned a verdict of justifiable homicide yesterday in the 2021 police-involved shooting of Drexton Dominique Belony in Hunters, Grand Bahama.
Employees want postmaster gone
POSTAL employees at the main Post Office in New Providence staged a protest yesterday, accusing acting Postmaster General Shervonne Johnson of disrespectful behaviour, demoralisation, and micromanagement.
FRONT PORCH: Easter Reflection - From here... to eternity
Earlier this year, on Sunday, the second of March, Pope Francis remained in the Gemelli Hospital in Rome, hospitalised with pneumonia in both lungs.
Taxi driver wins court decision on unfair suspension from wharf
A TAXI driver who alleged he was unfairly barred from Prince George Wharf has been awarded $500 in nominal damages after Chief Justice Ian Winder ruled his suspension breached natural justice principles.
An Easter message from BCC president
Once again we are privileged to commemorate the greatest sacrifice ever made.
DEIDRE BASTIAN: How to stay ahead of your competition
In a world where competition is so intense, it is sometimes difficult to differentiate and build your own identity.
Swim team off to T&T
The Bahamas’ 36-member swim team left town yesterday for Trinidad & Tobago on their quest for their seventh straight title over the Easter holiday weekend.
LPIA bracing for busy Easter weekend but forecasting below last year’s record arrivals
LYNDEN Pindling International Airport (LPIA) is bracing for a busy Easter weekend, anticipating 70,000 to 75,000 passengers despite forecasts slightly below last year’s record of 83,732.
SpaceX booster landing impact study expected by summer with town hall meetings to follow
THE government has announced that an environmental impact assessment (EIA) is expected to be completed and submitted this summer relating to future SpaceX booster landings.
Attorney’s absence delays sentencing of man convicted of 2013 murder
A MAN convicted of a 2013 murder had his sentencing delayed because his attorney failed to appear in court.
Man rejects plea deal and fires lawyer before sentencing for attempted murder of policeman
A MAN abruptly withdrew from his plea deal and fired his attorney yesterday, just moments before being sentenced for the attempted murder of a police officer in 2022.
Guilty plea to knocking man unconscious
A MAN was remanded into custody yesterday after admitting he knocked another man unconscious during a violent altercation last month near Lucky Heart Corner.
The Bahamas represented at FALC2025 aviation conference in Doha, Qatar
The Bahamas is represented at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Facilitation Conference 2025 (FALC 2025), which took place from 14 to 17 April 2025 in Doha, Qatar, under the theme, “Facilitating the Future of Air Transport.”
Anne’s Town Community Clinic reopens, expanded and upgraded
THE Anne’s Town Community Clinic officially reopened, fully renovated and equipped to deliver modern, high-quality healthcare to residents of Kemp Road.
Nassau’s Smart City in 35,000 Wi Fi hook-ups
The Deputy Prime Minister yesterday said the initiative to turn Nassau into a ‘Smart City’ will drive economic growth by allowing businesses to promote their products to cruise passengers.
Ayton Family Foundation holds fundraiser to support national basketball team
THE Ayton Family Foundation, founded by Bahamian National Basketball Association (NBA) player Deandre Ayton, held a fundraiser to support the Bahamas’ national basketball team and youth basketball development initiatives.
