No parades - but Junkanoo to live on with virtual events
ALTHOUGH Junkanoo parades will not be held this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, officials say avid fans can still enjoy this integral part of Bahamian culture through several virtual events.
Man gunned down in ambush
A MAN believed to be in his late 30s became the country’s latest murder victim yesterday evening.
Atlantis guests won’t face tests
GUESTS registered at Atlantis resort will not be required to undergo multiple COVID-19 tests once they remain confined to the Paradise Island “safe zone” for the duration of their stay.
No place for petty politics
ANGLICAN Bishop Laish Boyd has expressed concern about the level of “petty politics” that goes on in The Bahamas, which he deemed “not good” for the country.
Speaker hits out at 'erosion of authority and function of legislative branch'
HOUSE Speaker Halson Moultrie yesterday suggested there is a deliberate attempt to undermine his authority, telling reporters it appeared that once he makes recommendations “Cabinet is going to deny it”.
Aliv presents 10,000 tablets to students
AS part of ALIV’s continued support as a digital service provider, more than 10,000 tablets along with data plans have been distributed to Bahamians students across the country currently on the Ministry of Education’s food programme.
Cellphone thief must pay victim
A MAN who stole a woman’s cellphone has been ordered to reimburse her for her missing device.
$150 fine for punching girlfriend in face
A 29-year-old man who punched his girlfriend in her face after she refused to unlock her phone was yesterday ordered to pay her $150 compensation.
No bail for man accused in bar fight
An ANDROS man, accused of harming two men at a bar on the island last month, has been denied bail ahead of his trial.
‘Unfortunate’ that curfew convictions on records
NATIONAL Security Minister Marvin Dames said it is “unfortunate” that convictions for breaching COVID-19 rules is showing up on some people’s police records.
Taskforce to tackle oil dumping
A Police task force led by two senior officers has been assigned to deal with any further illegal oil dumping incidents on Grand Bahama following two recent incidents on the island.
Helping to keep students safe in school
TO ensure a safe school environment for students and teachers, the local government of Pinder’s Point Township made a generous presentation of critical items to the Lewis Yard Primary School, in Hunters.
Neighbourhood watch groups on the increase
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis highlighted the increase in neighbourhood watch groups during an event yesterday at which a campaign associated with the programme was launched.
PM urges partygoers to go into quarantine
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has urged those attending a party on Bimini over the weekend to self-quarantine, insisting the event could be a “super spreader” for COVID-19.
Recreation Grounds opened Over-the-Hill
THE historic Southern Recreation Grounds in the Over-the-Hill Community was officially opened during a brief ceremony yesterday.
