Residents unhappy with BPL despite rebate
A 50 percent rebate on the base rate for the next billing cycle offered to residents of several Family Islands experiencing power woes isn’t satisfactory, according to some.
BPL to give 50% off rate for Family Island outages
Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) will give a 50 percent rebate on the base rate to residents in Eleuthera, Long Island, and Cat Island in the next billing cycle, as compensation for repeated power outages experienced this summer.
Welcome changes at North Eleuthera airport
RENOVATIONS at the North Eleuthera Airport have been welcomed, with phase two of the development launching this month.
Govt ‘favors livery drivers’ says union
THE government is “favouring the livery drivers”, according to the Bahamas Taxicab Union (BTCU) - after a statement by the Ministry of Energy and Transport that it has sought legal advice from the Office of the Attorney General.
Governor’s Harbour Airport renovations ‘near complete’
Governor’s Harbour Airport is nearing the end of a major terminal renovation, officials say, brushing off recent criticism and confirming that airside improvements will begin early next year.
140 construction jobs for $200m Exuma resort
A local construction company has announced it is preparing to hire more than 140 workers for the early construction phase of a $200m Exuma resort.
$30m loan from IDB to help Blue Economy
The Davis administration has signed a $30m loan agreement with the Inter-American Development Bank to support small and medium-sized businesses in the Blue Economy.
Govt: Report shows we're moving in right direction
The Office of The Prime Minister in a statement yesterday said the Fiscal Responsibility Council’s Annual Budget report demonstrates the country is “moving in the right direction” and they will not be “distracted” while on the path of fiscal consolidation and continued growth.
Air Canada resumes flights
Director of Aviation Kenneth Romer said Air Canada will resume flights to the country today after reaching a settlement with their union.
Water tower improvements 'will broaden site's income'
Officials from the Antiquities, Monuments and Museums Corporation say improvements to the water tower will “broaden” the site’s income base.
McKinney: Cold mix is Family Island solution
AN entrepreneur is looking to bring locally made cold mix asphalt to the Family Islands, which he says are under-serviced.
CCA hits back at court ruling over Baha Mar
A spokesperson for CCA Construction yesterday said the ruling by the New York Supreme Court that awarded Mr Izmirlian some $1.642bn was “wrongful” and the company will continue to have the decision overturned on appeal.
Kelly: We need answers on Governor’s Harbour Airport
Philippa Kelly, the FNM candidate for Central and South Eleuthera, said the airport in Governor’s Harbour is “falling apart” under the Davis administration - despite $6m in airport upgrades completed early in 2024.
No damage from storm to businesses, says councillor
A chief councillor confirmed businesses have not suffered damage from the effects of Hurricane Erin while marinas in the central Bahamas remain under a tropical storm watch.
