45-day deadline to survey people in unregulated developments
WORKS and Utilities Minister Alfred Sears revealed yesterday that he has given ministry officials who are a part of a special committee investigating irregular communities in the country a 45-day deadline to review and survey people living in the unregulated developments.
Gas prices under $6, predicted to decrease
WITH gas prices under $6 for the first time since March, a well-known fuel retailer predicted that the prices will continue to decrease for the rest of the year.
The FNM laments New Providence ‘bloodbath’
THE Free National Movement said it is concerned about the “bloodbath” occurring in New Providence and called on National Security Minister Wayne Munroe to present the government’s comprehensive plan to combat crime.
Bahamians in Florida prepare for Hurricane Ian
BAHAMIANS living in Florida are bracing for the arrival of Hurricane Ian, which is heading their way.
‘Ministry addressing flooding issues’
WORKS and Utilities Minister Alfred Sears said his ministry is addressing flooding issues at Carlton Francis Primary School after photos showing students walking through floodwater to enter the school’s premises circulated online this week.
BRACED FOR HEAVY RAIN AND FLOODING: Grand Bahama awaits effects from Hurricane Ian, with homes still being repaired after Dorian
AS Hurricane Ian barrels its way to the Gulf Coast of Florida, Grand Bahama residents can expect to experience strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding in low-lying areas.
Adrian Gibson’s lawyer pushes for another justice
THE lawyer representing Long Island MP Adrian Gibson in his corruption trial continued to push for his case to be transferred to another justice.
Ministry prepares to ‘bring action’ over oil spill
ATTORNEY General Ryan Pinder said his ministry has received all of the necessary reports from agencies involved in conducting investigations into the Exuma oil spill and is now preparing paperwork “to bring action”.
Expat’s killer ‘took keys and locked victim’s door’
THE person who killed a British expatriate in his western New Providence condo is believed to have taken his keys and locked the victim’s door, the complex’s property manager told The Tribune.
**7AM** SKYGuard | Bahamas Dept of Meteorology Special Wx Bulletin on Major Cat 3 Hurricane Ian
A TROPICAL STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE ISLANDS OF GRAND BAHAMA & BIMINI .. RAIN BANDS FROM HURRICANE IAN WILL CONTINUE TO AFFECT NORTHWEST AND CENTRAL BAHAMAS THROUGH FRIDAY..
Man gets two years for shopbreaking and stealing
A MAN was sentenced to two years in prison yesterday after admitting to shopbreaking and stealing over $4,000 worth of solar lights and a mechanic’s equipment.
Three charged in connection with Eleuthera firearm seizure
THREE men were granted bail yesterday after they were charged in connection with a firearm seizure in Eleuthera.
National logo competition
TALENTED Bahamian artists will have the opportunity to participate in the country’s historic Golden Jubilee through the launch of the National Logo and Theme Concept Competition, designed to showcase the work of creative graphic designers and artists.
4PM SKYGuard | Bahamas Dept of Meteorology Special Wx Bulletin on Hurricane Ian
4PM SKYGuard | Bahamas Dept of Meteorology Special Wx Bulletin on Major Cat 3 Hurricane Ian
RBDF Commodore to present capital development plans
ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force Commodore Raymond King says he plans to meet with government officials next week to present them with capital development plans the agency wants to have executed to help expand operations and enhance its crime fighting capabilities.
