GBPA has made contributions to both parties, says Hayward
GRAND Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) director Rupert Hayward said the authority has made equal financial contributions to the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) and the Free National Movement (FNM), insisting the GBPA is “politically agnostic”.
‘No role for police chief on shootings’
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe claimed neither the director of public prosecutions (DPP) nor the commissioner of police has a role in deciding the fate of officers who get adverse findings following police-involved killings.
Cadets celebrate graduation
The Bahamas Meteorological Cadets recently celebrated the graduation of its 2024 cohort, with 17 students completing the programme — a notable increase from last year’s inaugural group.
Five Bahamians awarded Chevening scholarships
FIVE Bahamians with a vision to improve the country have been awarded Chevening scholarships to pursue master’s degrees in the United Kingdom.
Norius notches first placing
JIMMY Norius, still seeking more financial support to continue competing in the sport of bodybuilding, pulled off his first placing since turning professional two years ago.
PETER YOUNG: New tough action set to protect European borders
In the direct words of United Nations bureaucrats, migration has become a global phenomenon in the 21st century.
Crime not a political problem
DAILY, I thank The Lord God, Jesus Christ, the He allow and permitted me to become a lawyer and advocate back in the day.
FACE TO FACE - The benefits of fostering relationships and goodwill
Friendship is a foundation for progress.
UABU ‘not satisfied’ with possible 30-day ban on foreign entertainers
AFTER Labour director Howard Thompson said he could support a 30-day moratorium on short-term work permits for foreign artists, United Artists Bahamas Union (UABU) president Anita Tynes said she won’t be satisfied with this unless certain issues are resolved.
Romer says plans progressing well on Bimini Airport Development
Residents of Bimini gathered in large numbers on Friday, September 6, 2024 at a community Town Hall Meeting to receive updates on the multi-million-dollar airport development.
Jazz and Yankees pull off home rout
IT was a good night at the office on Monday for third baseman Jasrado ‘Jazz’ Chisholm and his New York Yankees.
Cartwright shines in President’s Cup
The 2024 Bahamas Golf Federation annual RF’s President’s Cup annual tournament took place over the weekend.
Baha Mar cup supports rising tennis talents
THE Baha Mar Cup is pleased to make a donation to four talented tennis players in The Bahamas; two tennis athletes in the under-12 division and two in the under-14 division from Abaco, Eleuthera and Grand Bahama.
Brittney seeks to make a difference
Brittney Cooper, a recent graduate from Minnesota State University, Mankato, with a Master’s of Science in communication sciences and disorders, is setting her sights on a significant career goal: to address the shortage of speech-language pathologists in The Bahamas.
Ministry of Agriculture launches the ‘Anchor Awards’ ceremony
The Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources announced its inaugural ‘Anchor Awards’ ceremony during a press conference at the Ministry on Monday, September 2. The event will be held under the theme, ‘Honouring Legends of the Sea’ on November 16 at Baha Mar Convention Centre at 7pm.
Man charged with killing father of two last week
A MAN was remanded in custody after being accused of fatally shooting 34-year-old Valentino Bowe outside a bar on Windsor Place Road and Soldier Road last week.
36-year-old accused of unlawful sex with his teen step-daughter
A 36-year-old man was imprisoned after being accused of molesting his 15-year-old stepdaughter 12 times over the past year.
Man charged with two counts of armed robbery
A MAN was remanded after being accused of stealing a car at gunpoint earlier this year.
Guilty plea given for possession of illegal gun and marijuana
A MAN was remanded in custody after admitting to possessing a banned rifle, over 139 rounds of ammunition, and 16lb of marijuana at his Windsor Lane residence last week.
Convicted murderer escapes custody
Police are searching for convicted murderer who escaped custody while awaiting medical attention at Princess Margaret Hospital this afternoon.
