Man denies role in armed carjack and police chase
A 44-year-old man has denied involvement in an armed carjacking that led to a police chase earlier this year.
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Long lines for Christmas giveaway
POURING rain did little to dissuade hundreds from gathering at the Sports Centre yesterday for the Fox Foundation’s annual Christmas giveaway, with some sharing stories of desperation amid the high cost of living.
Flights cancelled and passengers stuck after sickout
HUNDREDS of Bahamians and tourists had their travel plans disrupted yesterday when Bahamasair cancelled most of its flights after 75 percent of its flight attendants called in sick and refused to report for duty.
Decision to reject Shiver bail upheld
THE Court of Appeal has upheld a decision to revoke bail for Lindsay Shiver and Terrance Bethel, citing their failure to comply with strict bail conditions and actions that jeopardised their upcoming trial.
Govt ‘pleased’ by early ambassador nomination
PRESS secretary Keishla Adderley said the Davis administration is pleased by US President-elect Donald Trump’s early announcement that he will appoint Herschel Walker as the US ambassador to The Bahamas.
Cousin says she opened Edwileno Holdings at Gibson’s request
LONG Island MP Adrian Gibson, currently on trial with others amid allegations that he failed to disclose personal interests in Water and Sewerage Corporation contracts, heard testimony yesterday from his cousin, Rashae Gibson, regarding the handling of a company account linked to him.
Fossil fuel move praised
THE Bahamas has been praised for joining a growing bloc of nations advocating for the negotiation of a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Junkanoo groups ready for Bay St showdown
EXCITEMENT is building as Junkanoo groups prepare to showcase costumes, music, and performances in this year’s parades.
Bleak Christmas for taxi drivers in GB
GRAND Bahama taxicab drivers are not feeling the Christmas spirit this year.
Murder suspect bail revoked
A MAN awaiting trial for murder had his bail revoked yesterday after failing to check in at his local police station and missing his scheduled court dates.
Housebreaker jailed
A MAN was sentenced to two and a half years in prison yesterday after admitting that he was caught breaking into a house last week.
A special time for Christians
Christmas time is a special time of year for Christians all over the world.
UPDATE: Bahamasair flights cancelled due to staff sickout
MORE than a dozen flights have been cancelled today as a staff sickout continues to disrupt Bahamasair operations with 75 percent of its flight attendants refusing to report for duty.
Elderly man who lost home in despair
TWO weeks after a blazing fire on Harbour Island destroyed Vincent Cleare Sr’s home, the 84-year-old revisits the site every day, reflecting on the destruction, according to his daughter.
