Water and Sewerage Corp: Water production restored but conservation measures remain
THE Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) said that full water production capacity has been restored following operational challenges last week - but water conservation measures will remain in place to rebuild New Providence’s reserves.
FNM Killarney association backs Minnis
THE chairman of the Free National Movement’s Killarney Constituency Association has expressed full support for Dr Hubert Minnis’ plans to seek re-election, criticising the party’s decision to require him to complete a training module.
Bail review after suspect in triple killing left unmonitored
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe pledged on Friday to review the country’s bail monitoring protocols after it was revealed that a man accused of a triple murder remained on bail for months due to an alleged oversight.
Police launch probes after two babies are found dead
The deaths of two babies over the weekend have sparked police investigations, including a child who drowned in a bucket and another whose body was found off the road.
Three murdered in weekend shootings
THREE people, including a man reportedly on bail for murder and a woman who recently became a mother, were killed in separate incidents during a violent weekend in New Providence.
Fatal Cowpen Road shooting marks third murder of the year
Police in New Providence are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the Cowpen Road area on Friday night.
Father accused of abandoning daughter reported missing
A 49-year-old father was granted bail on Friday after he was accused of putting out and abandoning his underaged daughter while she was reported missing earlier this month.
Man accused of shop breaking granted bail
A MAN was granted bail after he was accused of attempting to break into a spa on 7th Terrace last week.
Multi-agency push to provide inmates with IDs for workforce reentry
The Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS) is ramping up efforts to ensure inmates have the necessary identification documents to successfully reintegrate into society upon release.
WSC: Low water pressure due to high demand and operational challenges
Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) customers will experience reduced water pressure between 10pm and 5am over the next several days due to high demand and operational challenges.
Man remanded over Big Pond triple shooting
A MAN was remanded into custody on Friday after he was accused of a triple shooting in the Big Pond area earlier this month that claimed the life of Rashad Sweeting, the year’s first murder victim.
Two men accused of rape and armed robbery at GB inn
Two men were arraigned in the Freeport Magistrate’s Court on rape and related armed robbery charges on Friday.
Man accused of attempted murder and possession of firearm
A MAN was remanded into custody on Friday after he was accused of a failed murder attempt on Baillou Hill Road South earlier this month.
ZNS trip to trump inauguration generated revenue, says BCB
The Broadcasting Corporation of The Bahamas (BCB) has dismissed claims that ZNS’s coverage of President Donald Trump’s inauguration cost taxpayers over $200,000, labeling such assertions as “categorically false and misleading.”
Govt launches bi-monthly pay opinion survey
THE Ministry of Finance launched a survey to gather public servants’ opinions on a proposed shift to bi-monthly pay, Public Service Minister Pia Glover-Rolle said yesterday.
Sarkis’ fight to get evidence to aid Nassau hotel Wind-up
Baha Mar’s contractor is fighting to prevent Sarkis Izmirlian from using evidence disclosed in US legal proceedings to help with his bid to wind-up its two Nassau-based hotels.
FOAM breaks ground on new housing and shelter project
FAMILIES of All Murder Victims (FOAM), led by its president, Khandi Gibson, held a groundbreaking ceremony yesterday for a new housing and shelter project on Carmichael Road West, just past Bacardi Road.
Local govt elections see delays and ballot errors
LOCAL government elections across The Bahamas yesterday were marked by low voter turnout, and several Family Islands experienced complications, including significant polling delays and ballot errors, which raised concerns about inadequate preparation.
Doctors resume talks with govt
LABOUR Minister Pia Glover-Rolle said that negotiations between the government and health unions are progressing, with hopes of finalising new industrial agreements by next month.
