Man gets two-year sentence for possession of loaded gun
A MAN was sentenced to two years in prison yesterday after admitting to possession of a loaded gun in Yellow Elder earlier this week.
Annual Agri Expo returns - with more than 80 vendors taking part
THE Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources is set to host its annual Agri Expo to promote Bahamian agriculture and strengthen food security.
Officials silent over tug and barge stranded on reef at Fowl Cay
MORE than a year after a tugboat and barge ran aground on a fragile reef in the protected Fowl Cays National Park, government officials remain silent on the stalled removal effort — despite repeated requests for answers.
Pathologist testifies that Wilkinson died from single gunshot to head in police-involved killing
A PATHOLOGIST testified yesterday that Deron Okoye Wilkinson died from a single gunshot wound to the head after being fatally shot by police in his car on Independence Highway in 2018.
Largest HBCU college fair to be held today in Grand Bahama
THE largest HBCU college fair will be held in Grand Bahama and New Providence this week, awarding millions in scholarships to Bahamian students.
GBPA gives govt over 80 acres of land to develop aquatics centre
THE government officially received over 80 acres of land on Thursday — valued at over $6 million — to develop a new aquatics centre at the Grand Bahama Sports Complex.
‘Gambling addiction quietly taking root among Bahamian students’
GAMBLING addiction is silently taking hold among Bahamian students, with many engaging in betting games without understanding the risks or recognising they may already be addicted, according to Paulette Dean, chairperson of the Gambling Addiction Awareness Programme at Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre (SRC).
Police still investigating claims a fourth-grade student was assaulted by officer
The alleged assault of a 4th-grade EP Roberts Primary School student by a police officer is still under investigation by the Complaints and Corruption Unit two months after the incident occurred in January.
Inmate charged with murder of another prisoner
AN inmate accused of fatally stabbing another prisoner at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS) last month was charged with murder on Friday.
Ginn ‘owner’ complaint to Data Protection regulator
A Bahamian investor yesterday refuted complaints made to data protection regulators in The Bahamas and US that he has “misrepresented” himself as the owner and/or purchaser of the former Ginn project.
Yacht charter VAT removal ‘smartest thing I have heard’
The Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) president yesterday branded the Opposition’s pledge to eliminate the payment of VAT on foreign yacht charter fees as “the smartest thing I’ve heard”.
Edible foods VAT rate cut ‘more complicated’
Super Value’s owner yesterday said the imminent VAT rate cut for all uncooked foods is “more complicated” than previous adjustments because only 50 percent of products will be impacted.
AG: Bahamas to meet leading Trump officials on ‘unfair’ report
The Attorney General yesterday revealed that the Government plans to meet with senior Trump administration officials over “unfair” US criticisms of The Bahamas’ anti-financial crime regime.
Forest blaze threatens homes
A fast-moving forest fire in Coral Harbour forced residents to protect their homes, consider evacuation, and brace for worsening conditions yesterday as thick smoke and flames spread rapidly through the area, causing widespread traffic disruptions.
Pintard blames Davis govt over $7m wasted by BPL
The Opposition’s leader yesterday blamed the Davis administration for squandering $7m of the Bahamian people’s money by failing to complete the land purchase for a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal.
PM: Back me and I may cut VAT again
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis suggested yesterday that additional value added tax cuts could happen if Bahamians continue to support his government.
Davis: We’re trying to diversify - as he highlights small stores
AS the cost of food continues to rise, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis visited several convenience stores and small businesses in the Fox Hill area yesterday to discuss a trade diversification programme aimed at helping small grocers make bulk purchases from new trade centres.
Thompson holidng her own at Columbia College
GRAND Bahamian Rachel Thompson, who embodies hard work, dedication and determination, continues to make her presence felt with the Columbia College women's tennis team.
