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Pintard: ‘Shockwaves’ over Davis comments on economy

FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard said Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis must address statements from Ministry of Finance officials that are “sending shockwaves nationally and giving the wrong signals” internationally about the government’s management of the economy.

AG’s office: Heavenly Terveus was murdered, then killer committed suicide

THE Royal Bahamas Police Force said the Office of the Attorney General has agreed with its conclusion that young mother Heavenly Terveus was killed by her fiancé, who then killed himself.

‘Owner of dogs should be prosecuted’

KIM Aranha, Bahamas Humane Society president, says the owner of the four dogs that mauled Alicia Barton should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Pilot rescued after offshore engine failure

A BAHAMIAN pilot was rescued yesterday morning after his plane crashed in waters off western New Providence shortly after take-off.

Sands - I’d be a loyal team player

DR DUANE Sands says he is the “consummate team player” who would support the vision and agenda of Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard and not try to usurp or overshadow him if elected chairman of the party.

‘We need more than Lucayan to help Grand Bahama’

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said that “a complete visionary plan” must be developed so that the Grand Lucayan resort and tourism can be successful on Grand Bahama.

LUCKY TO SURVIVE: Neighbours save woman from horrific ten minute attack from four Pit Bulls

A 51-year-old woman is nursing severe head, arm and leg injuries after she was nearly killed in a brutal attack by four Pit Bulls on Friday.

Six on drugs charges

SIX men were taken to court yesterday to face charges in connection with two separate drug seizures that took place on Moore’s Island and Ragged Island last week.

Money laundering accusation

A JAMAICAN man was arraigned in Magistrate’s Court yesterday on charges of money laundering and receiving.

Pintard: impossible to move on when questions linger

FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard says it is impossible to move on from the lingering questions surrounding Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis’ admission that he broke quarantine to buy Christmas presents last month.

Sands alarm at travel protocols

BAHAMAS Hotel and Tourism Association president Robert Sands said the “bigger issue” for the country is changes in entry protocols as opposed to health travel warnings from the United States’ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

UPDATED: Pilot rescued after plane crashes off New Providence

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority has been notified that the pilot of a plane that crashed off New Providence this morning has been rescued by responding RBDF vessels and is en route to New Providence to receive medical attention.

He fought for us all

CHARLES W Saunders, described as a “giant in the religious community”, died on Friday. He was 91 years old.

‘Baseball $31m an unfunded obligation’

THE additional $31m needed to complete the Andre Rodgers Baseball Stadium is part of $1 billion in unfunded obligations facing the government, according to Financial Secretary Simon Wilson.

Eleven more COVID deaths added to toll

ELEVEN COVID-19 deaths were reported over a three-day period according to the Ministry of Health and Wellness, pushing the total number of reported deaths in the country up to 746.

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