Bahamas statistical system prepares for strengthening
Plans for strengthening The Bahamas national statistical system, so that it can better support evidence-based decision-making by policymakers and national development, were recently discussed by the National Statistical Committee (NSC)
‘Porky’ targeting gas station rebuild after 53-year career
AFTER 53 years in the petroleum retail business, Bernard “Porky” Dorsett is yesterday said he is still dreaming big with plans to tear down his existing Rubis service station and rebuild it with electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Fusion upgrades VIP for ‘Pure’ cinema experience
FUSION Superplex is investing in a phased refurbishment of its Pure VIP theatres as it seeks to elevate the premium cinema experience, bring food and beverage operations back in-house and streamline transactions through a new cashless model.
Bahamian conservation fund rated by world climate body
The Bahamas Protected Areas Fund (BPAF) yesterday said it has been rated as the only locally-based body able to support projects backed by the world’s largest climate fund.
$5m grant funding launched for Bahamas climate projects
Bahamian groups focused on agriculture, fisheries, health, coastal protection and disaster preparedness now have the chance to bid for a share of up to $5m in grant funding.
EY’s Bahamian regional head to retire after 39-year career
EY’s (Ernst & Young) regional managing partner for The Bahamas and other Caribbean territories is stepping down after 39 years with the accounting firm.
Negligence denied after dog allegedly causes harm to child
dmaycock@tribunemedia.netA MAN was charged in Grand Bahama’s Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday with negligently causing harm to an 11-year-old boy who was allegedly injured by a dog while walking in a residential neighbourhood.
Mitchell rejects claims PM Davis attacked the press
PLP chairman Fred Mitchell yesterday defended Prime Minister Philip Davis’ angry response to questions about his administration’s alleged ties to murdered businessman Warren “Spy” Ellis, saying the Prime Minister recognised a “put-up job” and invoking the term “propaganda prostitute” to describe a reporter perceived to be pursuing a gotcha question.
184 Haitian nationals repatriated to Cap-Haïtien in two-part operation
THE BAHAMAS repatriated 184 Haitian nationals to Cap-Haïtien, Haiti, in a two-part operation involving a Bahamasair flight from New Providence through Inagua.
School administrators set to receive promotion letters
SENIOR school administrators who have waited years for promotions are expected to receive long-delayed letters after the Bahamas Educators Managerial Union said the documents were delivered to the Ministry of Education this week for distribution.
Teen faces charges over motel and service station robberies
A TEENAGER was accused of a string of robbery-related offences, including an attempted robbery at a service station and robberies at a motel.
Man gets three months’ probation after admitting indecent exposure
A MAN was placed on probation for three months after admitting to trespassing on his neighbour’s property and exposing himself last week on Golden Isles Road.
Tourist admits drug possession and failing to declare cash
AN AMERICAN man forfeited $12,142 to the Crown after admitting to travelling through LPIA with marijuana and failing to declare more than $10,000 in cash to a US officer.
Doctor details injuries observed during examination in rape trial
A DOCTOR testified that he examined a woman the day after she was allegedly raped and physically assaulted by the father of her child in Exuma in 2024 as his trial continued.
US invests $245,000 to restore historic Fort Montagu and cannons
THE United States is investing $245,000 to restore Fort Montagu, including major conservation work on its historic cannons, as part of an effort to preserve one of The Bahamas’ oldest surviving military landmarks.
Reapers answer back
REAPERS answered back in the New Providence Amateur Baseball League championship game on Monday, holding off Rebels 10-9 at Andre Rodgers National Baseball Stadium to even the series at one game apiece.
Amateur boxer Anai Powell gets back on track with big victor
COMING off his early exit at the Central American and Caribbean Games last month in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Anai Powell got back on track in his amateur career with a big victory over the weekend.
Coach Joshua White shares his expertise
COACH Joshua White said he was delighted to be back in The Bahamas to share his expertise with members of the Eastwood Judo Club.
Equipment drive to benefit Reloaded Baseball
WITH a deep sense of social responsibility and a willingness to support talented young athletes in The Bahamas, the international Pro Youth Foundation (PYF) proudly announced its baseball and softball equipment drive in conjunction with the PYF HCBU All College Showcase camp to be held on September 26 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Quincy Pratt remembers Wisdom as the 'greatest' Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture
FORMER pro boxing sensation Quincy “Thrill-A-Minute” Pratt said he remembers the late Neville Wisdom as the "greatest" Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, who helped him tremendously with his amateur youth programme.
