Coleby-Davis says old grid no excuse for BPL blackout
ENERGY, Utilities and Aviation Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis said New Providence’s ageing electricity infrastructure does not excuse the hardship residents, businesses and medical facilities suffered during Sunday’s massive power outages, as Bahamas Power and Light’s board ordered a sweeping review of the failure triggered by a lightning strike at the Blue Hills Power Station.
Two remanded after armed carjacking on Grace Avenue
TWO males accused of an armed carjacking on Grace Avenue last week were remanded earlier this week.
16-year-old boy remanded over 38 rounds of ammunition
A 16-year-old boy accused of having 38 rounds of ammunition was remanded yesterday.
Store loses 95% of sales to BPL outage
A convenience store lost 95 percent of its daily sales due to Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) day-long Sunday outage while a tourism operator suffered another decline in bookings.
Minnis: BPL fuel probe ‘exonerates’ our hedge
Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday asserted that energy regulators have “exonerated” his administration over the fuel hedging strategy it introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic after finding it generated a “net benefit” for Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) consumers.
Don’t let fees distract from bank ‘elephant in the room’
Bahamians must not let concerns over 20 percent-plus fee increases distract them from the true banking “elephant in the room” - the “tremendous untapped potential” for job and business creation from the near-$3.5bn locked in the country’s financial system.
Food retailers tell Sebas: ‘Don’t make us bad guys’
Food stores yesterday voiced fears they will be viewed as “the bad guys taking advantage of people” if Sebas Bastian’s pop-up grocery store concept is not handled properly, with one asserting: “We just hope it won’t interfere with the regular business flow.”
Father of two drowns after boat explodes off Spanish Cay
A FATHER of two died after a boat carrying him and six other men to a construction job in Spanish Cay exploded Saturday morning, forcing the group into the water and leaving survivors fighting to stay afloat.
Task force chief assaulted at shanty home demolition
GOVERNMENT crews tore into the Montgomery shanty town off Cowpen Road yesterday, demolishing 64 of 67 structures as residents stacked furniture along the roadside, scrambled to salvage their belongings and questioned where they would sleep next.
Driver charged with causing five deaths granted $30k bail
A 19-year-old man accused of causing the deaths of five teenagers in the Shirley Street road crash was granted $30,000 bail yesterday as he awaits trial on vehicular manslaughter charges.
Super Value boss: We are not price gouging
Food stores yesterday voiced fears they will be viewed as “the bad guys taking advantage of people” if Sebas Bastian’s pop-up grocery store concept is not handled properly, with one asserting: “We just hope it won’t interfere with the regular business flow.”
Disability Icon Awards celebrate leadership, achievement and inclusion
The achievements, leadership and resilience of outstanding Bahamians took center stage as the 2026 Disability Icon Awards celebrated individuals whose lives have helped build a more inclusive nation and expand opportunities for persons with disabilities.
Pintard says Gov’t must ‘do right’ by GB straw vendors
The Opposition’s leader yesterday urged the Government to "do right" by Grand Bahama straw vendors, claiming they have been told they will receive no compensation as the International Bazaar redevelopment moves forward.
Gas stations urge caution over fuel theft allegations
A FAITH Avenue gas station operator said an incident that sparked allegations of attempted theft on social media was the result of an honest mistake rather than employee misconduct.
Giving the full story over National Health Insurance Body
There are pivotal moments in the life of a nation - moments that test our values, challenge our resolve and shape the future for generations to come. One such moment was July 10, 1973, upon becoming an independent nation. The creation of the National Insurance Board (NIB) was another. Today, the future of National Health Insurance (NHI) stands among them.
NHI pay delays: Doctor minority ‘making it issue’
The National Health Insurance (NHI) deputy chair yesterday asserted that developing a sustainable financing mechanism is “the heart of the matter” for ensuring the scheme’s long-term viability as he urged Bahamians to look beyond delayed provider payments to the bigger picture.
Receiver imposed on Briland resort’s rental pool earnings
The Chief Justice has imposed a receiver over the hotel rental pool income and assets at a prominent Harbour Island resort amid an escalating dispute between the principal owner and some of its 41 condo owners.
Battle of Boca: Major Jr advances, Nottage and Watkins eliminated
WHILE they are still disappointed in the withdrawal of Team Bahamas from the prestigious Davis Cup competition, Michael Major Jr and Denali Nottage are making up for it in their international appearances.
