PMH blood bank’s new location commissioned
PRINCESS Margaret Hospital’s blood bank has been relocated to 1st Terrace off Collins Avenue.
Mangrove Cay, Eleuthera hit by weekend BPL woes
Regulators yesterday said they are seeking to gain “a deeper understanding” of what caused Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) holiday weekend woes that were not confined just to New Providence.
Gov’t sticks to fiscal target as $215m FDI beats pre-COVID
The Government says foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows are now “substantially” above pre-COVID trends at $215m while sticking to its original target of slashing this year’s fiscal deficit by 75 percent.
Pharmacy sector at odds over medical marijuana
THE body that regulates the Bahamian pharmaceutical industry yesterday appeared at odds with the association that represents its members over how widely the latter was consulted on the marijuana reforms.
Pintard: Disclose study on whether BPL violated law
The Opposition’s leader yesterday demanded that regulators publicly disclose the results of an upcoming study into whether Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) massive fuel charge hikes broke the law.
Bran slams ‘absurdity’ of medical marijuana plans
The Democratic National Alliance’s (DNA) ex-leader yesterday slammed planned legal reforms for the distribution of medical marijuana as “an absurdity” and warned they could endanger patient lives.
Baha Mar hosts its second annual golf invitational for charity
BAHA Mar hosted its second annual golf invitational for charity over the holiday weekend, netting nearly $200,000.
Bahamian equestrians bring home medals after final leg of the Grand Caraibe tour
BAHAMIAN equestrian athletes Katerina Coello, Sienna Tinker and Erika Adderley made a strong showing in the final leg of the 2024 Grand Caraibe Tour, bringing home broad smiles and a fistful of medals and awards.
Employee of GB Power company electrocuted
A 55-year-old employee at the Grand Bahama Power Company suffered severe burns after being electrocuted on the job yesterday afternoon.
Man charged with rape after home ‘invasion’
A 22-year-old man was imprisoned yesterday after being accused of sexually assaulting a woman during a home invasion in Eleuthera last week.
Fernander defends police response into missing 16-year-old Devin Isaacs
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander defended investigations into the disappearance of Devin Isaacs, 16, after the teen’s mother criticised authorities for sending a Marco’s Alert four days after he was reported missing.
Two men shot at Palmdale shopping plaza
TWO security officers were shot in broad daylight during an armed robbery in the Palmdale area, with Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander condemning the “bold” attack.
Murders up by 13%
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander said murders are up 13 per cent compared to the same period last year, and police will review its crime-fighting strategies and beef up patrols to clamp down on gun violence.
ALICIA WALLACE: Bahamian politics a race to the bottom
IT looks like we are in for another race to the bottom.
How long must we 'stand by', commissioner?
POLICE Commissioner Clayton Fernander was in front of the cameras yesterday as he announced that murders were up 13 percent compared to last year – and soon after he was on the ground at another shooting scene with two men injured at Palmdale Plaza.
Five years jail for Man who admits to having 15 guns and $300k of marijuana
A MAN was sentenced to five years in prison after admitting to having 15 firearms and more than $300,000 worth of marijuana in his home on Sandilands Village Road last week.
Darville: Cannabis Bill ‘a good start’ with potential further discussions
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville defended the legislation the Davis administration tabled last week to create a cannabis regime, insisting the bills are a “good start” and that further consultation is possible.
Veteran cyclist Jay Major overall winner of Lucozade Sprint Classic
THE New Providence Cycling Association held its Lucozade Sprint Classic No.2 on Sunday at the Clifton Heritage Park.
Major Jr withdraws from Davis Cup team
One day after earning his way on the Davis Cup team at the final trials over the weekend, veteran Kevin ‘KJ’ Major Jr has decided to withdraw his spot for several reasons.
Two men rescued from disabled boat near Samana Cay by US Coast Guard
TWO people have been rescued from a disabled vessel off the coast of Samana Cay.
