Hotel’s 50-year owner to ‘take care of staff’ over $7.2m sale
A DOWNTOWN Nassau resort’s 50-year owner has pledged to “take care of our loyal staff whatever happens” once the George Street property’s sale closes.
Ex-DPM: Opposition must ‘stand up’ over BPL woes
AN EX-DEPUTY prime minister is asserting that the Opposition has ”fallen short” in holding the Government to account for The Bahamas’ energy woes with households and businesses paying high bills for “a service they are not getting”.
Fishermen warn of surge in off-season crawfish catches
A BAHAMIAN fisherman, following the August 1 crawfish season opening, yesterday warned there is a rise in illegal off-season harvesting by local divers amid fears US tariffs on the country’s largest seafood export could result in higher prices.
Chamber: Businesses cannot shoulder energy crisis burden
THE BAHAMAS Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) yesterday argued that businesses should not be expected to shoulder the burden of the country's energy crisis, arguing that the Government, Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) and Bahamas Grid Company (BGC) must present a clear plan to restore reliable power.
Andros bridge close hits commute for employees
THE CLOSURE of Central Andros’ Fresh Creek Bridge is creating staffing challenges for businesses on both sides of the crossing, with one retailer revealing employees who normally rely on its access are struggling to get to work.
MP: Energy grid failed to match Nassau’s expansion
AN OPPOSITION MP yesterday accused Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) and Bahamas Grid Company (BGC) of blaming consumers and businesses for the country's energy crisis, arguing that years of failing to expand the grid to keep pace with New Providence's development has left the system unable to meet growing demand.
Bimini hopes Western Air launch ‘just a start’
BIMINI businesses yesterday hailed Western Air’s launching of new direct service between Grand Bahama and their island but described the twice-weekly flights as only a first step.
Sprinter Ishmael burns up track at World Under-20
SPRINTER Ishmael Rolle became the first Bahamian in action in Eugene, Oregon, at the 2026 World Athletics Under 20 Championships yesterday, opening Team Bahamas' campaign in the men's 100 metres at the legendary Hayward Field.
Bahamian bank’s $35m claim survives strike-out
A BAHAMIAN bank yesterday hailed a south Florida court’s decision not to strike-out its $35m damages claim against a payments provider for “unlawfully withholding” funds belonging to itself and its clients as its accusations of theft and breach of fiduciary duty were upheld.
Developer: ‘No major talks’ with Gov’t over Crown Land and PPP for $650m proposal
THE US developer behind a $650m resort project for the Governor’s Harbour area has revealed “no significant discussions” have been held with the Government amid growing concern he does not own much of the large land tracts he desires.
Bahamas Grid investor: Loss of Pike alliance a ‘major risk’
A BAHAMAS Grid Company bond holder says the “main risk” for New Providence’s electricity network operator is the absence of a new “strategic partner” to replace Island Grid Solutions and Eric Pike rather than the delayed transfer of grid assets.
New Providence grid firm suffers key skills shortage
BAHAMAS Grid Company’s(BGC) top executive yesterday conceded the New Providence grid operator is suffering from shortages of staff and specialist skills, as he asserted: “Local talent is somewhat limited.”
BPL good news?…. $43m fuel hedge saving forecast
BAHAMAS Power & Light’s (BPL) latest fuel hedge is forecast to save households and businesses a combined $43m during 2026, a newly-released report has revealed, shielding energy users from the worst effects of the Middle East conflict and crude oil price spikes.
Residents renew concerns over$650m Eleuthera development
GOVERNOR’S Harbour and central Eleuthera residents yesterday asserted they remain opposed to a proposed large-scale $650m resort project, arguing it threatens the island’s tourism product, environment and social fabric despite promises of major infrastructure upgrades and 500 full-time jobs.
Businesses: We cannot not afford to acquire generators
NEW Providence businesses yesterday warned that repeated Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) outages are disrupting operations, delaying customer orders and increasing costs with many now mulling whether they can afford not to invest in back-up generation.
