Taxis back cruise port’s new system
The Nassau Cruise Port's (NCP) new taxi call-up system has been branded as “smooth”, with a union president voicing optimism that it will end hustling and 'hacking' for fares by drivers.
Small businesses loss of business is blamed on VAT on charter yachts
BAHAMIAN small businesses servicing the charter yacht industry are hoping the government will reconsider last year’s imposition of Value Added Tax, which they say is driving international vessels away from Bahamian marinas and causing harm to their livelihoods.
Pintard calls for greater urgency in revamping Downtown
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard said the government needs to show greater urgency in revamping Downtown.
Police seize suspected marijuana in Grand Bahama
A QUANTITY of suspected marijuana has been seized by police in Grand Bahama.
Cruise ship on way to Bahamas hit by rough seas
A cruise ship on a trip to The Bahamas navigated rough seas off the South Carolina coast over the Memorial Day weekend.
PM: New cruise port 'a major step forward in the transformation of Nassau'
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis hailed the opening of the new cruise port as a “major step forward in the transformation of Nassau” on Friday – and noted the importance of the opening to the Downtown area.
Union officials to work with police on Labour Day parade safety
UNION officials are cooperating with the Royal Bahamas Police Force to ensure road safety for the upcoming Sir Randol Fawkes Labour Day parade.
Union officials want govt to end contractual work of employment
NATIONAL Congress of Trade Unions Bahamas (NCTUB) officials have called on the government to put an end to contractual work of employment, adding workers hired on a contract are being stripped of basic employment benefits.
Portuguese nationals in the country illegally found at Grand Bahama hotel
TEN Portuguese nationals who were in the country illegally were discovered at a local hotel on Thursday in Grand Bahama, where there has been an upsurge this week in the apprehension of illegal immigrants.
Woman in hospital after shooting incident
A woman is in hospital following a shooting incident early on Friday morning involving two other women.
Parents of missing American teen: Please continue to keep Cameron in your prayers
The parents of American teenager Cameron Robbins, who was declared missing after going overboard on a vessel near Athol Island on Wednesday, have released a statement.
DIANE PHILLIPS: Bahamas’ biggest export – Bahamians
Brain drain growing, 56,000+ Bahamians living in US and more being lured
AT a press conference this week announcing a $250,000 tourism leadership scholarship provided by the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board and managed by the Lyford Cay Foundations, there was a seismic shift in the tone.
EDITORIAL: Rulings give glimpse into Baha Mar debacle
THE latest in the courtroom battles over Baha Mar has proven to be a resounding legal victory for Sarkis Izmirlian.
Downtown needs improvement as ‘historic city has been rotting in front of us’ Maura says
NASSAU Cruise Port CEO Mike Maura said when the port opens, officials will meet members of the Downtown Nassau Partnership to determine how to beautify Downtown with an $8m investment.
Three armed roberries take place within 24 hours on New Providence
THREE-armed robbery incidents happened less than 24 hours apart in New Providence on Wednesday.
National Trade Policy looks to diversify the Bahamian economy
THE Ministry of Economic Affairs launched the country’s national trade policy yesterday, with Minister Michael Halkitis hailing the document as an important component of the government’s plans to diversify the Bahamian economy.
