Local News

Govt plays down China partnership

DEPUTY Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis stressed yesterday that the proposal for a partnership with the Chinese for development of agriculture and fisheries in Andros was not before the government for consideration.

Minnis: Local vendors will be impacted by PHA’s use of international manufacturers

FREE National Movement Leader Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday criticised the Public Hospitals Authority for extending its recent tender exercise for the “Provision of Medicines and Related Items” to international manufacturers.

PM’s unemployment fears for Grand Bahama

PRIME Minister Perry Christie is concerned about what the slowdown of the tourism sector in Grand Bahama in the wake of Hurricane Matthew could mean for employment on that island.

Employees want National Congress of Trade Unions to intervene in Ocean Club row

ANGRY hotel union members yesterday threatened to petition for the National Congress of Trade Unions Bahamas (NCTUB) to serve as their “interim” bargaining agent over their dissatisfaction with their union’s handling of the One&Only Ocean Club’s temporary closure for hurricane repair efforts.

Police find decomposed body off Carmichael Road

POLICE last night discovered a body in an “advanced” stage of decomposition and are appealing to members of the public who may have missing relatives to come forward to assist them in solving this case.

NHI begins hiring process

THE National Health Insurance Secretariat has started the initial hiring process for individuals, as it prepare for phase two of NHI Bahamas, enrolment, according to an official press release.

Roberts hits back at D’Aguilar over CTFE

PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party Chairman Bradley Roberts yesterday challenged former Baha Mar Director Dionisio D’Aguilar to explain his objection to Baha Mar bidder Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) when its subsidiary, the Rosewood Hotel brand, was formerly engaged by the resort.

Red Cross assistance draws long lines

THERE were long lines at the Bahamas Red Cross yesterday with people seeking assistance and food in the wake of Hurricane Matthew.

Employees unable to work in hurricane-damaged AG’s office

WHILE extensive cleanup and repair work is underway at the Office of the Attorney General, which was substantially damaged during Hurricane Matthew, frustrated employees were unable to work on Monday and sat outside because of the unfit conditions at a temporary office space nearby.

Man could appeal his 35-year sentence for murder of teacher

A MAN sentenced to 35 years in prison for the throat-slashing murder of a Spanish teacher may contest his punishment in the Court of Appeal.

Men accused of murder face wait for trial date

TWO men awaiting trial on a murder charge are set to return to the Supreme Court on Wednesday to receive a new trial date.

Sir Durward Knowles set for 99th birthday

SIR DURWARD Knowles, who put the Bahamas on the map of world sailing nearly 70 years ago and has done so much for the country in other respects, celebrates his 99th birthday tomorrow with his ritual Wednesday luncheon with select friends.

Baha Mar bidder dismisses concern

THE Hong Kong conglomerate in talks to purchase the Baha Mar resort yesterday refuted assertions that it was “unsuited to invest in the country”, stating its commitment to integrity and good governance in business operations worldwide.

Dr Nottage shrugs off challenge by young FNM candidate

BAIN and Grants Town MP Dr Bernard Nottage yesterday said there is “nothing to be threatened about” by the Free National Movement’s (FNM) recent ratification of 21-year-old Travis Robinson as the party’s candidate for the area, adding that age is an “irrelevant” factor in either man’s bid at securing the seat.

Minnis hits out over spike in murders in October

FREE National Movement Leader Dr Hubert Minnis expressed concern about the number of murders in October compared to September, even though the country remains on a path to record the least number of murders for any year since at least 2010.

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