Calls for fine for owners of beetle-carrying vessel
THE docking and offloading of dunnage from a cargo vessel in Freeport with a shipment of wood infested with an invasive beetle have raised concerns among Bahamians who are calling for a huge fine to be levied on the owners of the vessel.
Two in court on drug charges
A 23-year-old and a minor were charged in the Magistrate’s Court on two counts of possession of dangerous drugs with intent to supply.
Mexican tourists plead guilty to assault
THREE Mexican tourists went before the Magistrate’s Court on Friday, each having to pay $100 after pleading guilty to assault. After making the payment, they will be granted an absolute discharge.
132 new cases of COVID-19
THE latest Ministry of Health COVID-19 Dashboard has recorded 132 new infections in The Bahamas with 94 of them being in New Providence.
Retail relief at no new restrictions
BAHAMIAN retailers are breathing a sigh of relief after no new COVID-19 restrictions were announced by Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis during his national address.
Davis: PM has no plan to tackle surge
PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party Leader Philip “Brave” Davis faulted Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis’ latest national address yesterday, saying the administration lacks a thoughtful and comprehensive plan to address the latest surge in COVID-19 cases.
20 new cars to help crack down on crime
THE United States government donated 20 Ford Police Interceptor hybrid SUVs worth $1.1m to the Royal Bahamas Police Force yesterday.
Baby dies in pool tragedy
A ONE-year-old child is dead after drowning in a swimming pool on Wednesday night.
Follow the rules - we’re watching
COMMISSIONER of Police Paul Rolle has appealed to Bahamians to abide by health protocols during the Emancipation Day holiday weekend.
SHIP WITH INVASIVE BEETLE OFFLOADS HERE: Vessel infected with Asian insect sailed to Freeport after US ban
Environmental activist Joseph Darville is outraged over the docking and offloading of a cargo ship allegedly laden with a shipment of wood infested with an invasive beetle that destroys crops.
Encouraging the next generation of engineers
FORTY Bahamian students participated in a STEM based programme offered by Bahamas Engineering and Technology Advancement (BETA) Camp this summer in hopes of learning more about the engineering field.
Book to feature in Miami Afro-Bahamian celebration
“The Orange Blossom 2.0”, a book by Cesar Becerra, will have a special place in Miami’s 125th anniversary celebration as it highlights the Afro-Bahamian Community.
Man accused ex-girlfriend in series of degrading posts
A MAN uploaded degrading posts of his former girlfriend online because he believed she was responsible for the murders of his friends, a court heard yesterday.
Officer testifies in marijuana case
A police officer yesterday testified of finding a quantity of marijuana at a man’s residence last month.
$2,500 fine for man who bought stolen electronics
A man who admitted purchasing an assortment of electronics which were stolen from a woman’s home was yesterday fined $2,500.
