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Clubs & Societies December 8th, 2023

While people concentrate on the physical health of their children to ensure good growth, the mental health of children is just as important for their overall well-being.

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Minister says sorry for Junkanoo ticket difficulty

YOUTH, Sports and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg apologised to those who could not get premium tickets for the upcoming Boxing Day parade because of limited seating on Bay Street.

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PM: Renewable plan clear strategy

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the government’s plan to develop renewable energy on Family Islands is a “clear economic strategy” to give Bahamians affordable power.

Food programme still being probed

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said police are still investigating the COVID-19 food programme the Minnis administration launched, adding police recovered “matters” unrelated to the programme.

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PM on FNM: A house divided could never stand

"A HOUSE divided could never stand."

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A landmark reborn

THE iconic Elbow Reef Lighthouse in Hope Town, Abaco, was officially re-opened yesterday after months of renovation following Hurricane Dorian.

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Coroner’s Court jury rules police justified in shooting Ishido Saunders

A CORONER’s Court jury ruled that police were justified in killing Ishido Saunders, an ex-con who demanded $3,000 to start a new life moments before he was shot on Antigua Street on April 28, 2022.

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Migration down overall - but rise in those headed to the US

ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Commodore Raymond King said the northern Bahamas has seen a 90 per cent increase in migration to the United States.

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RBDF RECRUITING DROP OVER HAITI: Candidates choose other services amid deployment plans

ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force Commodore Raymond King said plans to send officers to Haiti has hampered the RBDF’s recruitment efforts, with some potential recruits choosing to join other law enforcement organisations.

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Seven in court over $14k theft

SEVEN men were each granted $5,000 bail yesterday after they were accused of stealing $14,000 worth of electronics from a store during a break-in last month.

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Man accused over deadly shooting of Ricardo Rolle

A MAN is behind bars after he allegedly shot and killed a man in New Providence last week.

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Task force announced to examine water safety after fatal shark attack

BAHAMAS Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) president Robert Sands said the association will establish a task force to examine watersports and beach activity concerns.

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Darville concerned over PMH worries

HEALTH Minister Dr Michael Darville said he is concerned about Bahamians’ mixed feelings about services at Princess Margaret Hospital.

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A Legendary beginning

A GROUNDBREAKING ceremony was held yesterday for the Legendary Marina Resort at Blue Water Cay, a project expected to employ more than 200 qualified Bahamians, according to Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis.

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Saunders demanded $3,000 to start a new life – moments before he was shot dead

A BISHOP testified yesterday that Ishido Saunders showed up to the Golden Gates Assembly Church in 2022 and demanded $3,000 from him to start a new life before police fatally shot him.