Farewell ceremony set for Ferguson
A FAREWELL ceremony is scheduled for next Monday in honour of outgoing Commissioner of Police Anthony Ferguson, according to Minister of National Security Marvin Dames.
Hospital issues urgent appeal for blood donations
PRINCESS Margaret Hospital has issued an urgent appeal for blood donations.
Quarantine genius - how people around the world are showing their creativity
As people around the world have been cooped up in quarantine, many are using the time to show their creative side - and Bahamians have been getting in on the act.
Atlantis extends temporary closure until May 15
ATLANTIS has announced its temporary closure from 3pm today until May 15.
Donations needed for senior citizen homes
OPERATORS of senior citizens homes are appealing to the government and the public for donations to help them get through the COVID-19 lockdown.
Hotline to help victims of violence
THE economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic and the social restrictions meant to stop the spread of COVID-19 may lead to anger and physical violence in households, the Bahamas Crisis Centre has said.
Police will be there to help, says Dames
NATIONAL Security Minister Marvin Dames said police will not enforce Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis’ emergency COVID-19 orders in an intimidating way, emphasising the point is to save lives, not punish people.
12 charged with curfew violations
TWELVE people were charged yesterday with violating the national curfew imposed by Prime Minister Hubert Minnis - two on Grand Bahama and ten on Abaco.
Vendors understand the need for lockdown
VENDORS at Arawak Cay and Potter’s Cay Dock said while the temporary closure of their businesses is unfortunate, they understand the shutdown is necessary to deter the spread of COVID-19 locally.
Cleaning programme begins
The Department of Environmental Health Services has embarked on a disinfecting exercise, as a preventive measure to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Davis urges people to comply with measures
PLP leader Philip “Brave” Davis has urged residents to exercise self-discipline and comply with emergency measures Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has imposed to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Wells defends move to close down buses
TRANSPORT and Local Government Minister Renward Wells defended the government’s decision to shut down the public transportation system, saying the move was necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
UPDATED: Privy Council refuses attempt to appeal Frank Smith acquittal
THE Privy Council has refused the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution's attempt to appeal Frank Smith's acquittal.
30 more days? Bethel suggests extension to lockdown likely
WHEN Parliament convenes on Monday it will likely agree to extend the 24-hour curfew based on the recommendation of medical experts.
Extended curfew order sparks shopping frenzy
SHOPPERS flocked to grocery stores yesterday, queuing for hours in long lines after Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced a daily 24-hour curfew and more restrictions for the country.
