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21-year journey to find her own home completed

AFTER a 21-year journey to secure a home for her family, Barricka Butler beamed with joy as she received the keys to her new house in the Renaissance at Carmichael Subdivision.

Defence grills Water and Sewerage GM on ministerial approval of contracts awarded

A SENIOR Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) manager rejected a defence attorney’s assertion that the corporation never followed its policy requiring ministerial approval for contracts over $250,000.

Mentally ill man jailed for murder sentenced to five more years after resentencing order

A MAN diagnosed with schizophrenia and cognitive disorders has been sentenced to an additional five years in prison after his original life sentence for manslaughter was overturned.

Nine months jail for stealing a scooter

A MAN was sentenced to nine months in prison after admitting to stealing a Yamaha scooter on West Avenue last week.

$4,000 fine for possession of ammunition in home

A MAN was fined $4,000 after admitting to having a cache of ammunition in his home on Coco Plum Close earlier last week.

Man fined $3,000 for having hemp with intent to supply

A MAN was fined $3,000 after admitting to throwing $810 worth of drugs onto the roof of a residence on Finlayson Street last month.

Grand Lucayan ‘important’ but GB needs more - DPM

DEPUTY Prime Minister Chester Cooper acknowledged the importance of the Grand Lucayan resort to Grand Bahama’s economy but suggested that it should not be the sole driver of the island’s economic revitalisation.

Officials prepare for historic SpaceX Falcon 9 landing

THE BAHAMAS will become part of SpaceX history later this month when a Falcon 9 rocket booster lands off the coast of The Exumas.

Ransomware attack on university

THE University of The Bahamas (UB) has been the victim of a ransomware attack - and a union president has expressed concerns that the term may have to be extended as a result.

Haiti mission goes on despite US fund freeze

NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said yesterday The Bahamas remains committed to the mission in Haiti and has no plans to withdraw its involvement, despite the Trump administration’s decision to freeze over $13m in funding for the international security force in Haiti.

‘Record year for tourism’ with cruise passenger rise

TOURISM in The Bahamas had its “best year ever” in 2024, with a notable increase in both tourist arrivals and visitor spending, particularly among cruise ship passengers, according to Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper.

Mom’s shock as officers charged

Beverly Lee-Rolle is still in shock but happy about the news that two police officers are to face a manslaughter trial for the shooting of her son, Deangelo Evans.

Munroe: murder charge possible in prison stabbing

AN inmate suspected of fatally stabbing another prisoner at the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services may face a murder charge, according to National Security Minister Wayne Munroe, who said the decision rests with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).

Clergy members attend conflict resolution training

NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe underscored the importance of faith, training, and community engagement as he addressed participants in a conflict resolution training session aimed at clergy members yesterday.

‘Challenges being addressed’ at rand, says PHA

Following allegations of a shortage of hospital beds and chairs at the Rand Memorial Hospital in Grand Bahama, the Public Hospital Authority (PHA) said yesterday challenges are being addressed.

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