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Defendant adamantly pleads ‘not guilty’ to accusation of injuring pitbull puppy

A MAN was granted bail yesterday after he was accused of seriously injuring a pitbull puppy last week on Hay Street.

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PM: 'No intention' to raise water rate or tax wells

Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis has issued a statement in response to today’s Tribune story detailing proposals by the Water and Sewerage Corporation to increase consumer prices or impose taxes on homeowners with private wells.

Two drown in separate incidents over weekend

A FIVE-year-old boy and a 35-year-old American woman died in separate drowning incidents over the weekend.

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CV Bethel ‘overcrowded and rat-infested’

TEACHERS at CV Bethel High School are grappling with overcrowded, stiflingly hot classrooms, inoperable bathrooms, and a rodent-infested campus, prompting the government to intervene after a list of complaints, according to Bahamas Union of Teachers president Belinda Wilson.

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Specialised nurses are main need as shortage cut in half, says Darville

THE national nurse shortage has been cut in half, with most remaining vacancies in specialised nursing roles, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said on Friday.

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Cannot afford ‘business as usual’ on climate, says PM

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis warned that the world can no longer afford “business as usual” on climate action, as global temperatures have now exceeded the critical 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold for an entire year, putting both humanity and vulnerable nations like The Bahamas at risk.

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WSC asks to put up water prices

A Cabinet minister last night said “no formal decision” has been taken on Water & Sewerage Corporation proposals to increase consumer prices or impose taxes on homeowners with private wells.

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Over 1,300 tickets sold for annual Hands for Hunger’s fundraiser, Paradise Plates

HANDS for Hunger’s annual fundraiser, Paradise Plates, blossomed into a memorable evening of culinary excellence and vibrant entertainment on Saturday night, enhanced by a Bridgerton theme that infused the event with lush decor.

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14-year sentence for man pleading guilty to fatal stabbing of elderly woman

A MAN has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after admitting to fatally stabbing an elderly Haitian woman in 2020.

Probation granted for having hemp

A MAN was placed on probation after admitting to having a small quantity of drugs in his car last week.

Man charged with armed robbery

A MAN was remanded into custody on Friday after he allegedly robbed someone at gunpoint over the summer.

Sands warns Davis hospital will be ‘historic blunder’ with environmental consequences

FREE National Movement (FNM) chairman Dr Duane Sands has warned the Davis administration against making a “historic blunder” by building a new hospital on an “environmentally sensitive site”, saying the decision will have serious long-term environmental consequences.

Doctor says Bahamas facing shortage of developmental specialists

THE Bahamas is facing a critical shortage of developmental specialists and is experiencing an increase in children with disorders like autism and ADHD, according to paediatrician Dr Anthia Forbes Carey.

International Black Men’s Empowerment Summit coming to Margaritaville Beach Resort

THE Morehouse College Alumni Association Bahamas Chapter is set to host the International Black Men’s Empowerment Summit at Margaritaville Beach Resort in the heart of New Providence.

New title sponsor to give Genesis Junkanoo group the "cutting edge"

THE Genesis Junkanoo group said over the years they’ve been seen as the underdogs in the parades, but with their new title sponsor Bahamas Technological Services Limited (BTSL) the group is ready to bring a “cutting edge” style to Bay Street.