‘Sign up to say no to power rate hike’
THE Free National Movement has launched a petition against the Grand Bahama Power Company over its proposed rate hike.
‘Talks held’ over BTVI issues
BAHAMAS Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) president Linda Davis responded to questions concerning a protest by unionised BTVI staff a month ago.
BTVI at full capacity with near 3,000 students
THE Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) is at full capacity with its student body, having “just shy of about 3,000” students, according to BTVI president Linda Davis.
What if every non-Bahamian had to do civic duty in exchange for the right to residency?
An executive of a leading Bahamian bank asked an interesting question during a press conference for the Bahamas Feeding Network on Monday.
US link-up with institute seeks to bring opportunities
BAHAMIAN students at the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) now have greater access to US educational opportunities following the opening of the Education USA Advising Center on the campus.
Party spending
SERIOUS now absolutely not interested in this childish exchange between the chair of one party etc
Clubs & Societies September 6th, 2024
AGENDEVCO is proud to announce that second place winner of the STEM Day Quiz Bowl, Malia Maycock (CV Bethel Senior High School), has successfully completed her summer 2024 internship with BRON (the prize sponsor).
Warrant issued as ex-officer fails to show up in court
AN arrest warrant was issued yesterday for former police officer Shando King after he failed to appear in court to be served with a voluntary bill of indictment on attempted murder charges.
Man accused of double shooting
A MAN was remanded in custody yesterday after being accused of a double shooting on Young Street last week.
Ferguson says ministry needed to do more over Sandals closure
TRADE Union Congress president Obie Ferguson said the Ministry of Labour did not get sufficiently involved with Sandals Emerald Bay’s decision to temporarily close, which affected about 425 workers at the resort.
Operators rout Black Scorpions 14-2, Mighty Mitts blank Renegades 19-0
THE R&M Operators and the Chances Mighty Mitts moved into the driver’s seats of their respective ladies and men’s best-of-five playoff series in the New Providence Softball Association.
Bahamas Bowl to return on January 4
THE Bahamas Bowl, which was called off last year because of the renovations to the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium, will be returning to the Bahamas on January 4, 2025.
Timothy Munnings recognised for double medal
THE Ministry of Health & Wellness on Wednesday September 4 celebrated the outstanding achievements of deputy permanent secretary Timothy Munnings at the 2024 World Masters Track and Field Championships held last month in Gothenburg, Sweden.
Crimestoppers, Cybots lead the BGDBA playoff series 1-0
THE Bain and Grants Town Cybots along with the Police Crimestoppers were the final two teams standing in last year’s Bahamas Government Departmental Association (BGDBA) playoffs and now both teams have begun their journey back to potentially the championship round.
KENT BAZARD: Nutrition on a budget - How student athletes can eat healthy without breaking the bank
AS the school year kicks off, many student athletes are balancing the demands of sports practice, academics, and social life — often on a tight budget.
Versatile pro athlete Charisma Taylor celebrates birthday
VERSATILE professional track and field athlete Charisma Taylor capped off her initial Olympic Games appearance with a “surprise” birthday celebration from her family and friends on Tuesday night.
Coke maker won’t ‘knee jerk’ on 20% BPL hike
Coca-Cola’s Bahamian manufacturer yesterday pledged there will be “no knee jerk reaction” on consumer prices to “considerable” energy cost hikes “in the ball park” of around 20 percent.
Gov’t slashes deficit 65% despite VAT’s undershoot
The Government yesterday revealed that it slashed its fiscal deficit by two-thirds to come in just $55.6m outside its 2023-2024 full-year target despite a 15 percent undershoot on VAT revenues.
