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DNA postpones convention in wake of hurricane

THE Democratic National Alliance has postponed its first convention to concentrate on hurricane restoration relief.

Minnis ‘never intended to undermine volunteers’

FNM Leader Dr Hubert Minnis said yesterday that he never intended to undermine the efforts of volunteers and private groups engaging in hurricane relief when he urged Bahamians to donate to the Red Cross and its verified partners.

FNM Deputy asks if we should rebuild after the hurricane

FREE National Movement Deputy Leader Peter Turnquest said yesterday that stakeholders should consider whether it is wise to rebuild islands like Crooked Island following the devastation that Hurricane Joaquin has left in its wake.

Jet flies relief supplies into the ‘hell zone’

RESIDENTS in San Salvador yesterday compared living through Hurricane Joaquin to being trapped in a “hell zone”, the storm so violent and devastating that it seemed like something “you would only see in a movie”.

Islanders tell of hurricane horror

PRIME Minister Perry Christie yesterday led a delegation on a tour of the southern islands most devastated by Hurricane Joaquin, where residents shared stories of survival, resilience and hope despite the catastrophe they endured.

Rollins says PLP hurricane fund undermines private efforts

FORT Charlotte MP Dr Andre Rollins yesterday blasted PLP Chairman Bradley Roberts over his appeal urging Bahamians to donate to the political party’s Hurricane Joaquin relief fund.

Investigators search for clues to El Faro disappearance

US FEDERAL investigators looking into the ill-fated voyage of a 790-foot freighter believed to have sunk off the Bahamas during Hurricane Joaquin say they still hope to recover a data recorder from the ship as search crews continue looking for any survivors.

Evacuee angry at ‘filthy’ temporary accommodation

A WOMAN, who was evacuated from devastated Crooked Island on Monday, told The Tribune yesterday that she was “disappointed” over the “filthy” temporary living accommodations at a local motel provided by the government in the aftermath of the monster storm.

Support given by the US

THE US mission to the Bahamas is working together with the government and the Bahamian people to respond in the aftermath of Hurricane Joaquin.

NEMA CALLS FOR DONATIONS

THE government’s National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has partnered with Arawak Port Development Ltd (APD) to assist individuals seeking to donate relief supplies to the areas impacted by Hurricane Joaquin.

KEOD SMITH CONTEMPT CASE DELAYED UNTIL DECEMBER

A LAWYER’S bid to appeal contempt proceedings against him concerning his accusations of bias on the part of a judge will now be heard in December.

Handbag found in yard after US man shot trying to stop mugging

A HANDBAG believed to be a part of a crime scene stemming from the murder of an American sailor was found in a yard off east Shirley Street, a jury heard yesterday.

82-YEAR-OLD WOMAN STABBED IN HER HOME

AN 82-year-old woman is fighting for her life in hospital after she was stabbed multiple times with a screwdriver during a home invasion in Harbour Island early on Monday morning.

Ministry backs Muzik Festival

THE Ministry of Tourism has signed on as the host sponsor of the Caribbean Muzik Festival, which will commemorate a momentous milestone in the history of The Bahamas when it returns to Nassau at the end of this month.

Donations and support continue to come in for relief effort

STAFF at Solomon’s Super Centre, Solomon’s Fresh Market and Cost Right were quick to start loading trucks with food items and new clothing earmarked for the Bahamas Red Cross in the wake of Hurricane Joaquin. The goods, valued at $25,000, will be distributed to Family Island residents devastated by the storm.

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