Defence grills Water and Sewerage GM on ministerial approval of contracts awarded
A SENIOR Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) manager rejected a defence attorney’s assertion that the corporation never followed its policy requiring ministerial approval for contracts over $250,000.
Bell dismisses concerns of need for stricter vetting of housing applicants
MINISTER of Housing and Urban Renewal Keith Bell has dismissed concerns about stricter vetting for government housing applicants after a past recipient was charged over murder conspiracy allegations.
Grand Lucayan ‘important’ but GB needs more - DPM
DEPUTY Prime Minister Chester Cooper acknowledged the importance of the Grand Lucayan resort to Grand Bahama’s economy but suggested that it should not be the sole driver of the island’s economic revitalisation.
Inspectors: Law caps rent at 20% of property’s value
Government inspectors yesterday asserted that Bahamian law prevents landlords charging tenants rental rates that exceed more than 20 percent of the property’s value.
Inspections uncover merchant with 35 expired drug products
The Bahamas’ consumer watchdog says its officials found one Bimini merchant with 35 expired items, including some dating from 2021, during recent inspections on the island.
Modify ‘crippling’ property declaration, Gov’t urged
The Government was yesterday urged to modify the “crippling” and “onerous” requirement for companies and IBCs to declare all their Bahamas-based real estate holdings by February 15.
Grand Lucayan facing ‘chilly’ $532k demand
The Grand Lucayan is facing a demand for $532,282 plus loss of income over accusations it left two rented AC chillers “inoperable” due to the poor quality of its water supply.
Opposition chair: ‘Come clean’ over energy reforms progress
The Opposition’s chairman yesterday urged the Government to “come clean” over its energy transformation deal amid suggestions a key partner has paused work while it waits for all agreements to be formalised.
Foreign vessel accused of ‘dozen’ illegal charters
Authorities yesterday said they hope the arrest of a vessel and its occupants accused of conducting at least “a dozen” illegal charters will deter other violators from abusing Bahamian waters.
DPM touts $1.25bn cruise tourism effect
Cruise tourism injects around $1.25bn into the Bahamian economy annually, the deputy prime minister estimated yesterday, and accounts for just over one-fifth of total visitor spending.
Officials prepare for historic SpaceX Falcon 9 landing
THE BAHAMAS will become part of SpaceX history later this month when a Falcon 9 rocket booster lands off the coast of The Exumas.
Ransomware attack on university
THE University of The Bahamas (UB) has been the victim of a ransomware attack - and a union president has expressed concerns that the term may have to be extended as a result.
Sands: Come clean on energy deal
The Opposition’s chairman yesterday urged the Government to “come clean” over its energy transformation deal amid suggestions a key partner has paused work while it waits for agreements to be formalised.
Haiti mission goes on despite US fund freeze
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said yesterday The Bahamas remains committed to the mission in Haiti and has no plans to withdraw its involvement, despite the Trump administration’s decision to freeze over $13m in funding for the international security force in Haiti.
‘Record year for tourism’ with cruise passenger rise
TOURISM in The Bahamas had its “best year ever” in 2024, with a notable increase in both tourist arrivals and visitor spending, particularly among cruise ship passengers, according to Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper.
Mom’s shock as officers charged
Beverly Lee-Rolle is still in shock but happy about the news that two police officers are to face a manslaughter trial for the shooting of her son, Deangelo Evans.
Fined for failing to charge ankle monitor
A MAN was ordered to pay a fine after admitting to failing to charge his monitoring device while awaiting trial for another offence.
Judge rejects bid for ruling in case of woman shot by police officer
A RECENT court ruling has dismissed an application for judgment in a negligence case filed by Precious Thompson-Curry, who was shot by a police officer while standing in her own yard.
