Contractor chief: 'Show me numbers' on Pointe
The Bahamian Contractors Association’s (BCA) president yesterday demanded to “see the numbers” showing Bahamian participation on The Pointe project has increased 100-150 percent.Leonard Sands called on the government to show just how many Bahamians a
IAN FERGUSON: Marrying health and wellness with work
Over the past few decades, mind and body wellness has had a noticeable impact on the corporate landscape. Businesses, both large and small, have been integrating a holistic approach to wellness and productivity for their employees and business models
Cruise line targeting National Trust tie-up
Royal Caribbean is exploring a partnership with the Bahamas National Trust (BNT) to provide new experiences for its passengers visiting The Bahamas.The cruise line is also seeking to re-affirm its commitment to marine conservation and preservation, f
Govt dives in to boost fisheries
The Government has unveiled measures to boost the $78m crawfish industry, with increased wholesale profit margins and greater Bahamian dive participation among the key targets. Michael Pintard, minister of agriculture and marine resources, speaking j
Christian Council's prayers for Exuma boat tragedy
IN remembrance of the deadly boat explosion in Exuma in June, members of the Exuma Christian Council recently hosted a service of prayer and thanksgiving at the St Margaret’s Baptist Church.Families, friends, religious and community leaders, second h
Jubilee team reaches out to sick and shut-in
The Jubilee West Outreach Team, led by Minister Joyce Smith along with Pastor Armbrister and other members, recently visited the sick and shut-in in the neighbourhood of Eight Mile Rock, Grand Bahama, and distributed food care packages. They team th
Meditation - We are the Gentiles
The Apostle Paul writes to the Romans the following sentences concerning his call to ministry: “Yet I have written you quite boldly on some points to remind you of them again, because of the grace God gave me to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the G
Massive '4 Jesus' movement comes to The Bahamas
World for Jesus is an international ministry on a mission to win nations for Christ. According to the ministry, it has already led two million people in the Philippines to Jesus and brought Catholics and Protestants in Ireland together.The next stop
Dean Adderley demits office at Christ Church Cathedral
In thanksgiving, members of Christ Church Cathedral will be hosting a series of special events to honour Rev Patrick Adderley upon his retirement from the position as Dean of Nassau and Rector of Christ Church Cathedral.Dean Adderley is the son of th
zonta club scheme seeks to empower women
THE Zonta Club of New Providence recently wrapped up its 5th Workforce Readiness Programme, furthering the empowerment of women through scholarships and certifications awarded to several of the 18 participants in this year’s three-week skills trainin
Preparing Christians for marriage to foster stronger unions
THOSE who are single or engaged may find an upcoming panel discussion to be insightful as it relates to their current season of life.The Young Adults Ministry of Christ Community Church will be giving singles and those who are about to enter the cove
Run Jeremiah, run!
You might be pondering in your minds exactly where I am coming from with this seemingly vague topic. But there is nothing vague about. This came to me as I was considering that once upon a time were a Christian nation, but now we are just a religious
Safety belts and texting warning after traffic deaths
HEALTH Minister Dr Duane Sands said the recent trend in traffic fatalities has raised public health concerns regarding how drivers practice road safety.His comments came hours after a motorcyclist in New Providence died in a traffic accident on Tuesd
Police examining environment at dock after conch poisoning
SEVERAL factors at the Potter’s Cay Dock could be creating an environment for the bacteria which leads to conch poisoning to thrive, Agriculture and Marine Resources Minister Michael Pintard said yesterday.
Shell deal will cut fuel bills
Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) top executive yesterday said “the country could not have a better partner” than Shell, with the deal’s “transformational” impact extending well beyond the energy sector.
Families beg court ‘Save our homes’
SHANTY town residents have filed a suit against the government over its plan to eradicate “unregulated” communities and have asked the Supreme Court for an injunction to block looming evictions or any form of interference until their case is heard in court.
Foulkes reveals some houses already safe
PARTS of two shanty towns in New Providence will escape the government’s demolition exercises this month because of the code worthiness of its buildings.
'Unlawful killing’ cop will fight verdict
ONE day after a Coroner’s Court jury ruled Police Corporal Adrian Miller unlawfully killed an armed man at a party, his lawyer said he intends to appeal the inquest’s verdict.
Man shot in struggle as robber took cell phone
A MAN is in hospital after he was shot during an armed robbery, police said.Shortly after 8pm on Tuesday, a man and woman were walking near the canal in Coral Harbour when they were approached by a man armed with a firearm, who robbed them of cell ph
Missing teen girl found by police
THE teen who was reported missing on Grand Bahama was found alive and well late Tuesday evening, police reported. Assistant Superintendent of Police Terecita Pinder said 16-year-old Timmia Kemp was discovered shortly after 10pm in the Malibu Reef ar
