Pintard says PM misled on budget taxes claim
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard accused Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis of misleading Parliament, saying bills tabled last week show that the government is raising taxes.
Murder count at 50 as two men killed on the weekend
TWO men were killed over the weekend, bringing the murder tally for the year to 50.
$1M LAWSUIT FILED BY AZARIO FAMILY: Lawyer for police officers is appealing the ‘homicide by manslaughter’ ruling
THE family of Azario Major is seeking more than $1m in damages for the police-involved killing of their relative, according to a writ filed in the Supreme Court.
Police seek three suspects after man shot multiple times
Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating three men who are responsible for shooting a man on Saturday afternoon.
State-recognised funeral for Al Dillette
The state-recognised funeral for Al Dillette was held at the Pro-Cathedral of Christ the King in Freeport on Thursday.
Police outline safety measures and road closures for Labour Day
HEADING into the 62nd Sir Randol Fawkes Labour Day, police outlined some law and order measures and precautions for the public to adhere to during the weekend celebrations.
Minister says PM will address NIB concerns next week
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis will address concerns relating to the National Insurance Board (NIB) next Wednesday, Economic Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said on Thursday.
Ministry reveals revisions to High School Diploma
AFTER longstanding public outcry on the criteria of the Bahamas High School Diploma, the Ministry of Education announced on Friday several revisions that have been made.
Education Director: We want to remove every barrier that we can to education
EDUCATION Director Dominique Russell says the government’s new National School Breakfast Programme brings the country one step closer to eradicating poverty, which is one of the major barriers to educational opportunities for students, especially for those chronically absent.
Grand Bahama Port Authority: Decisive action required to continue to achieve promise of Hawksbill Creek Agreement
IN response to Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis’ criticisms that the Hawksbill Creek Agreement model does not work, the Grand Bahama Port Authority said Freeport’s economy is showing signs of recovery with more than $1.5 billion in foreign direct investments well underway.
Port Authority announces storm readiness plan ahead of upcoming hurricane season
As June 1 marks the beginning of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, the Grand Bahama Port Authority Ltd has announced the completion of its storm readiness plan to mitigate against any storm event.
