GB bracing for severe weather ahead of Hurricane Milton’s arrival
GRAND Bahama residents are bracing for severe weather conditions as Hurricane Milton makes its way towards Florida and approaches the northwest Bahamas.
‘Abaco residents still living in trailers will be evacuated ahead of storm’
DOZENS of Abaco residents living in government RV trailers will be evacuated ahead of Hurricane Milton amid concerns about potential flooding in Central Abaco due to reportedly uncleaned drainage systems.
Dad of teen killed in bike crash seeks answers
THE father of a teen killed in a traffic accident involving a car belonging to a senior judge wants closure and answers from the police about the circumstances of his son’s death.
Deleveaux: No charges to be brought against officer that shot family’s dog
DEPUTY Commissioner of Police Leamond Deleveaux said “no charges will be brought against the officers” involved in the tragic shooting of a family’s dog four months ago, a decision that has left the owner, Silvan Ferguson, angry.
Davis rules out formal inquiry on Dorian Deaths
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said investigations into Hurricane Dorian-related deaths are ongoing “administratively” to guide future actions, as his administration decided to forego a more formal inquiry that he once suggested might be necessary.
Storm warning
WEATHER forecasters and government officials yesterday announced school closures, warned of possible power outages, and urged residents in the northern and northwest Bahamas to brace for strong winds and heavy rain as Hurricane Milton nears, despite The Bahamas being expected to avoid a direct hit.
What can we do with no internet?
JUST went to Super Value Winton and picked up a few items and went to check out using my debit card, which we have all been encouraged to do and BINGO!
Schoolmate’s tribute to Miller
Like most of the nation, I was saddened to learn of the demise of Darold Miller, a Bahamian icon in journalism/broadcasting.
Pintard: Single major incident could deplete Rand Memorial Hospital’s blood supply
FNM leader Michael Pintard warned that the Rand Memorial Hospital is facing a shortage of blood bags, saying a single major incident could deplete the hospital’s supply.
$4,500 fine for attempting to defraud bank of $26,000
A MAN was fined $4,500 yesterday after admitting to attempting to defraud a bank of $26,000 using fake pay slips in 2022.
Prepare for the worst, and hope for the best as Milton approaches
BE safe. Be prepared. Be ready for the stormy conditions headed our way.
Appreciation for Dr Eddison Thompson
I WOULD like to openly thank Dr Eddison Thompson, neurologist, for his compassion, friendliness, and professionalism, that was displayed during my unfortunate visit to the Princess Margaret Hospital.
Davis administration ‘fully supports BPL CEO removal’
ENERGY Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis said Bahamas Power & Light’s board removed Shevonn Cambridge as the company’s CEO, a decision the Davis administration “fully supports”.
Two year prison for guilty plea to having a loaded gun
A MAN was sentenced to two years in prison after admitting to having a loaded gun in his Baldwin Street home last week.
Counselling ordered for man who assaulted his kids
A 51-year-old man was ordered to attend counselling after admitting to assaulting his adult children at their home last month.
Man on release for sex assault fined for bail breach
A 33-year-old man was fined yesterday after he reportedly breached his bail while on release for a sex assault charge against an 18-year-old girl.
WEATHER UPDATE: Tropical Storm warning issued for northwestern Bahamas
BAHAMIANS at home and in Florida faced separate weather issues on Tuesday - as Hurricane Milton bore down on the US state while heavy rainfall in The Bahamas led to heavy traffic and flooded roads.
‘People with disabilities in communities are always concerned about safety’
NATIONAL Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) chairperson Nalini Bethel renewed her community’s call for curb ramps, tactile warning surfaces and audible signals at traffic lights after a hit and run incident left a disabled man dead.
Mitchell: Step up in defending country’s economic resilience
AFTER Standard & Poor’s (S&P) gave The Bahamas a B+ rating with a stable outlook, Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell urged the private sector to step up in defending the country’s economic resilience.
