Abaco storm shelter misses finish deadline
SIX months after officials from the Disaster Risk Management Authority said Abaco’s long-awaited hurricane shelter would be completed by the end of last year, residents say the facility remains unfinished.
Call to extend maternity leave to up to 20 weeks
THE Bahamas National Breastfeeding Association (BNBA) wants maternity leave to be extended, emphasising the need to support breastfeeding, improve maternal health, and align with international labour standards.
ACCUSED: Ex-CID head, lawyer and officer charged in voice note probe
FORMER Chief Superintendent of Police Michael Johnson, a prominent lawyer and a police sergeant were granted bail yesterday after being charged in connection with a bribery scandal.
Engine challenges force Abaco blackout
Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) today confirmed a widespread power outage in Abaco as it grapples with engine challenges at the Wilson City Power Station.
Three Haitian nationals convicted of overstaying and fined $1,500 each
THREE Haitian nationals were convicted before Chief Magistrate Roberto Reckley of overstaying during a hearing in Magistrate’s Court last week Thursday.
Rastafarian community claims they continue to be harrassed by authorities
A SENIOR official from the Rastafarian community claims police have been targetting Rastafarians despite the passage of cannabis legislation that legalises use of the drug for religious purposes.
Attorneys raise concerns over proposals to mandate death penalty in The Bahamas
Attorneys have raised concerns about proposals to remove judicial discretion and mandate the death penalty in The Bahamas, describing such changes as a threat to the rule of law and constitutional democracy.
Abaco community mourns death of a local government candidate
THE sudden death of Tristan Bootle, a local government candidate from Murphy Town, has left the Abaco community in mourning.
Governor General ‘Mother’ Pratt admits to challenges adjusting to her new role
GOVERNOR General Cynthia Pratt candidly admitted that adjusting to her new role has been challenging, describing the transition as a significant shift from her previous political career.
Worst PM in our history?
If there were a competition for the worst prime minister in Bahamian history, who would win?
Charges a first step on the right path
In November 2023, a theft took place at an airport.
Happy with Exuma Junkanoo
I had the privilege of being a guest spectator at the Exuma Junkanoo Parade held in Georgetown Exuma on Saturday 4th of January.
Family and friends still in shock over young man’s death
ANTONIO Cheribin Jr was spending time with friends and visiting bars shortly before he crashed into a trailer Monday night, tragically losing his life just weeks after his father’s passing.
Two and a half years prison for having unlicenced firearm
A 21-year-old Exuma resident was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for possessing an unlicenced firearm on Christmas Day.
Ordered to compensate officer after assault guilty plea
A MAN was ordered to pay financial compensation to a police officer he assaulted at JFK Plaza last week.
Man and woman accused of attempted murder
A MAN and a woman were remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of attempting to shoot and kill two men at a bar on Rosedale Street last week.
Amazon threat looms for ‘luxury’ jewellery retail
Amazon’s ‘free delivery’ service to this nation is posing an increased threat to local businesses by providing “affordable” alternatives to Bahamian-made brands.
Carnival hires ex-Atlantis executive as GB port guest experience chief
Carnival Corporation has hired a former Atlantis employee as senior guest experience manager for its new Grand Bahama cruise port destination, Celebration Key.
Auto dealer confirms portfolio’s expansion
A Bahamian auto dealer yesterday confirmed the expansion of its brand portfolio through the exclusive MG distributorship for The Bahamas.
Prince Strachan enters NCAA transfer portal
The new year will come with a change of scenery for Grand Bahamian wide receiver Prince Strachan. The former Boise State starter made the decision to enter the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) transfer portal earlier this week after two seasons with the team.
