Man accused of series of carjackings
A MAN was remanded to prison yesterday after being accused of a series of armed carjackings in New Providence over the past month.
Fishermen recruited to improve storm forecasts
Bahamian fishermen have been recruited to play a pivotal role in collecting data that will be used to improve hurricane forecasting and early warning systems.
‘$10,000 fraud scheme’ sees man accused in court
A 20-year-old man has been granted bail after being accused of stealing over $10,000 from three people in a phishing scheme earlier this year.
Man charged after dropping gun
A MAN was denied bail yesterday after being accused of dropping a firearm at a shopping centre on Prince Charles Drive early Thursday morning.
Laroda rejects criticism over violence shelters
SOCIAL Services Minister Myles LaRoda hit back at opposition criticism over his ministry’s domestic violence shelter project, denying claims the shelters are a secretive initiative plagued by delays and are possibly “non-existent”.
Senator blasts govt for violence commission delay
FREE National Movement (FNM) Senator Michela Barnett-Ellis has again slammed the government for its two-year delay in implementing the Protection Against Violence Commission.
Sands: immigration commissioner report will never be seen
FREE National Movement (FNM) chairman Dr Duane Sands said Bahamians should not expect the Davis administration to ever release the Immigration Commission’s report.
High Commissioner hails potential of The Bahamas as he says his farewells
After three years’ service in The Bahamas, British High Commissioner Tom Hartley is departing.
Family shock at murder of ‘humble’ Eleson
RELATIVES of Eleson Pierre, the country’s latest murder victim, say they are shocked by his killing, describing him as a “humble” and sweet person who didn’t bother anyone.
Cornish: Generator bought for grand cay - but no date yet for installation
NORTH Abaco MP Kirk Cornish said yesterday that a second generator has been purchased to resolve long-standing power outages on Grand Cay, Abaco.
Killer who tried to flee justice is found guilty
A GRAND Bahama man who tried to flee while on trial for murder was yesterday found guilty of stabbing a teenager to death during a nightspot fracas four years ago.
Govt to ask retired teachers to fill gaps after Cuba pause
SCHOOLS are facing a shortfall in the number of teachers - and plan to turn to retired teachers to fill the gap after pausing recruitment of staff from Cuba.
Taxi union will consider action
THE Bahamas Taxicab Union (BTCU) will meet with the Trade Union Congress (TUC) on Monday to decide on possible action against livery drivers operating “illegally” in restricted areas.
Munroe: Anti-gang cases must stand up in court
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe defended the pace of police investigations under the Anti-Gang Act yesterday, stressing the importance of building strong cases that can withstand scrutiny in court.
Stay vigilant and keep watch on storm’s path
UNCERTAINTY remains about Tropical Storm Erin’s potential impact on The Bahamas.
