Missing teenager found
THE teenage son of a Bahamian woman who was reported missing has been found and is now safe at home in Florida.
34 new COVID-19 cases, one additional death on Monday
The Ministry of Health reported that there were 34 newly confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Monday and one additional death.
First vaccines for key staff
THE country’s most vulnerable population, including medical workers, will be among the first to receive a COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available, Health Minister Renward Wells said Monday, as he revealed the government will have to pay an initial $2m down payment to secure 80,000 vaccinations.
Health experts warn of rise in suicide risk during pandemic
THE Pan American Health Organisation has warned that the COVID-19 pandemic may exacerbate suicide risk factors, urging people to speak about the issue in an open and responsible manner, remain connected even during physical distancing, and learn to identify warning signs to prevent it.
GB power cost 'third lowest' in region says top executive
A Grand Bahama Power Company top executive said the cost of electricity in Grand Bahama is the third-lowest in the Caribbean region but agrees that it could be lower.
UPDATED: Teen who was missing 'found and home safe'
MONDAY AFTERNOON UPDATE: 19-year-old Eureston Huyler has been found and is home safe, according to one of his parents.
Schools showdown: Teachers plan mass absence
A PLANNED sit-out of public school teachers could disrupt the resumption of national exams today as educators look to protest the readiness of their institutions for COVID-19.
12 migrants rescued - but search is on for more at sea
A SEARCH and rescue mission is underway for a group of Jamaican and Haitian migrants reported missing at sea.
Two power outages over weekend
AN issue at Bahamas Power and Light’s Clifton Pier station led to a “widespread” outage in New Providence last night, the utility provider said.
BPL restores power after outage on Sunday night
Bahamas Power and Light said all customers affected by Sunday night’s power outage have had their power restored.
54 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday
The Ministry of Health reported that there were 54 additional COVID-19 cases on Saturday.
60 new COVID-19 cases, two additional deaths on Friday
The Ministry of Health reported that there were 60 new COVID-19 cases and two additional deaths on Friday.
Grand Bahama Power Company levy a 'slap in the face'
A veteran hotel union executive said the levy being imposed by the Grand Bahama Power Company is a “slap in the face” to the residents and businesses that have suffered immense losses too during Hurricane Dorian.
Man claims he violated curfew after helping strangers
A magistrate on Friday discharged a man who claimed he violated the curfew because he decided to help two strangers who flagged him down for a ride on his way back home from running an errand.
Philip 'Brave' Davis returns from U.S. after COVID treatment
ON his return to the country from COVID-19 treatment in the United States, Official Opposition Leader Philip “Brave” Davis said he remains deeply concerned that The Bahamas is not headed in the right direction.
