Defence attorney accuses Water and Sewerage chief of ‘being a criminal’
A DEFENCE attorney in the criminal trial of Adrian Gibson and others yesterday accused Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) General Manager Robert Deal of “being a criminal” and suggested that he had turned a blind eye to an alleged conflict of interest involving a landscaping contract awarded to the daughter of former WSC chairman Sylvanus Petty.
Father’s alleged voice notes express remorse over molesting daughter
THE Supreme Court heard voice recordings allegedly of a father accused of incest, in which he appeared to apologise to his daughter for years of alleged sexual abuse and molestation.
Govt asked to clarify how cuban workers are paid
THE Bahamian government may be required to prove that Cuban workers in The Bahamas receive their salaries directly, rather than through the Cuban government, as the United States threatens to expand visa restrictions to foreign officials involved in Cuba’s labour export programme.
Bahamas ‘a haven for finance crime'
THE US government is asserting that The Bahamas “lacks... political will” to fully crack down on financial crime with this nation representing a “low risk” haven for fraudsters and corrupt individuals.
Man accused of indecent assault and cruelty to children
A 31-YEAR-OLD man appeared before the Magistrate’s Courts for indecent assault and cruelty to children charges.
DIANE PHILLIPS: When did we stop being Little Nassau or Funky Nassau and just become Tacky Nassau?
Humans are amazing creatures.
Clubs & Societies March 14th, 2025
The Anglican Church Men (ACM) of the Diocese of The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos has announced the establishment of the Tomas McIntosh Young Committed Leader Award through a unanimous motion.
ERIC WIBERG: Wrecks in the Exumas
The former mailboat Exuma Pride began her career as His Majesty’s Ship LCG(M)192 before becoming Hjelmeland Fjord in Norway in 1949; she was built in Middlesborough, England in October, 1944.
Fort Fincastle vendors to relocate as repairs at water tower continue
THE government has announced a four-month closure of Fort Fincastle to facilitate repairs to the water tower, forcing straw vendors at the historic site to temporarily relocate to Fort Charlotte.
Fleming Street murder victim was provider for three kids and his mom
EDWARD Thompson Jr, a 27-year-old single father, was the primary caretaker for his mother, who suffers from heart disease, when he was murdered Tuesday night on Fleming Street.
Congrats to Pauline Davis
Golden Girl Pauline Davis is being inducted into an international Hall of Fame for athletes and no one I have ever met in the field of sports deserves it more.
‘Lunch and Learn’ event for International Women’s Day
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Colina Insurance Limited hosted a special Lunch and Learn event for its staff, focused on financial empowerment for women.
30 years to celebrate for Cable Bahamas
CABLE Bahamas is celebrating 30 years of service in The Bahamas.
AG reveals IP regulations set for roll-out next week
The Attorney General yesterday said regulations to accompany and enforce The Bahamas’ intellectual property rights reforms will be issued next week.
Contrast therapy: The best of both worlds for athletic recovery
ATHLETES are constantly looking for ways to recover faster, reduce soreness, and keep their bodies in peak condition.
Prison worker on probation after pleading guilty to drug possession
A PRISON worker was placed on probation yesterday after admitting to having $180 worth of marijuana last week.
17-year-old on pending armed robbery charge accused of stealing a vehicle
A 17-year-old man with a pending armed robbery charge was remanded to Simpson Penn Centre for Boys yesterday after being accused of stealing a car.
Man accused of injuring brother in fight
A MAN was granted bail yesterday after being accused of injuring his brother during a physical altercation on Woodland Road last weekend.
Straw vendors ‘pray and hope’ over US tariff fight
Straw vendors were yesterday said to be bracing for a drop-off in visitor numbers and reduced tourism business due to the uncertainty created by US trade and economic policy.
Companies registry boost via April platform launch
The Attorney General yesterday said the companies registry will launch an integrated platform in April that will allow financial and corporate services providers to manage their businesses more efficiently.
