Prison inspector accused of drug possession
A PRISON inspector faced court on Friday accused of possession of dangerous drugs.
Woman killed in traffic accident named
THE woman fatally injured in a traffic accident in Grand Bahama this week has been identified as 77-year-old Ednamae Emmanuel, of Barnette Avenue, Holmes Rock.
Family Islands with no COVID-19 could see relaxation of restrictions
THERE could be a further relaxation of restrictions on more Family Islands with no COVID-19 cases, according to consultant to the Office of the Prime Minister Dr Merceline Dahl-Regis.
BPL Skyguard Heavy Rain, Wind Warning (May 14th-May 16th)
Periods of rain and thunderstorms will impact the area through Saturday morning as a broad area of low pressure develops over the area. Rainfall totals through Saturday morning will average 2-4 inches and can result in some flooding.
MINISTRY PRESS CONFERENCE: No new COVID-19 cases, 41 patients recovered
Speaking at the Ministry’s press conference, Dr Merceline Dahl-Regis said 41 patients have recovered so far and it’s been three weeks since a COVID-19 related death.
‘Better late than never’: Residents say action needed earlier to help stop Bimini outbreak
PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced a two-week lockdown of Bimini yesterday after two new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed on the island, bringing the total there to 13 and the country’s total to 96.
‘Luann’s death was no accident’
THE landlord of a woman killed in a hit and run last year believes she was intentionally mowed down and that the incident was not an accident.
Illnesses in children being monitored after signs rare disease could be linked to coronavirus
HEALTH officials are “actively” searching for signs of inflammatory illnesses among children who tested positive for COVID-19 after international reports have revealed that a rare disease found in children could be linked to the virus. The New York
Barbers and hairdressers waiting for opening go-ahead
WITH hair salons and barber shops closed, one local businessman said the COVID-19 pandemic has dealt a huge blow to his income and he is desperate to reopen. Besieged with calls from clients wanting to get their hair done, Trevor Johnson, general ma
Health chief 'deeply concerned' about growth of virus in Americas
THE director of the Pan American Health Organization, Carissa Etienne, called on countries to address health, social and economic emergencies, saying she is “deeply concerned” by the rapid expansion of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic in the A
Woman who made threat sent to anger management
A 36-year-old woman who was accused of threatening to kill another woman and her children has been ordered to attend anger management classes. Vernencha Deal appeared before Magistrate Andrew Forbes charged with one count of making death threats aft
$1,000 fine or six months in jail for drug possession
A 39-year-old man was ordered to pay a $1,000 fine or face six months in prison for drug possession yesterday.He was among several men who appeared in Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Andrew Forbes for drug-related offences. Many of those charged
Discharge for man who visited pregnant girlfriend during curfew
A MAGISTRATE discharged a man who was charged with violating the national curfew after the accused explained he only left his home to visit his pregnant girlfriend who was experiencing some difficulties.He was among several people who appeared before
$30,000 to aid home
THE Grand Bahama Children’s Home received a $30,000 cheque donation this week to assist with hurricane renovation at the facility.The funds, which were donated by Family Guardian and Sargicor Financial Corporation, is earmarked for the refurbishment
Tropical weather conditions expected to hit Grand Bahama
WITH a tropical depression system approaching the northern Bahamas this weekend, East End residents are preparing for the severe tropical conditions that are expected to hit Grand Bahama tomorrow. The system will bring heavy rain and high winds in t
