Laroda: More families need to try to assist as leased shelter rooms hits limit
THE government’s leased shelter rooms are at full capacity as officials struggle to balance residents seeking extensions with new people requesting emergency accommodation, according to Social Services Minister Myles Laroda.
‘Blue’ Johnson to run as independent candidate for Freetown
ANDREW “Blue” Johnson says he will run as an independent candidate in Freetown in the next general election, months after the Free National Movement declined to nominate him.
Arawak Cay vendors working from cars as they await approvals
SOME Arawak Cay vendors are working out of their vehicles as they await rebuilding approvals after a fire tore through six stalls last month, according to Arawak Cay Conch, Fish, Vegetable and Food Vendors Association president Rodney Russell.
Man sentenced to three months for assaulting mother of his child
A CHARLES Vincent Street man was sentenced on Friday to three months in prison for assaulting the mother of his child during a disagreement at his home in September.
Police continue hunt for escapee after two men flee custody on Saturday
TWO men escaped police custody in separate incidents on Saturday, with one still at large and the other later surrendering, police said.
Four charged with murder of teen near Sutton Street
FOUR men were denied bail on Friday after being brought before a magistrate on allegations that they murdered 18-year-old Tanaj Adderley near Sutton Street late last month.
Seven migrants from five different countries fined as twenty deported
SEVEN foreign nationals from five different countries were convicted of immigration offences in the Magistrate’s Court yesterday, with fines ranging up to $3,000.
Tribune’s Santa Claus brings joy and gifts to children of MICAL
The Tribune’s annual Santa Claus events began over the weekend as we partnered with local businesses for Christmas tree lighting parties and bringing toys to children in the MICAL islands of Inagua, Crooked Island, Mayaguana and Acklins.
Music Makers to lead both parades
JUNKANOO enthusiasts and scores of residents gathered at Montagu Beach on Saturday for the annual number picking ceremony, a high-energy tradition that officially shifts the Junkanoo season into top gear.
Girl Guides rally against rising gender-based violence
The Grand Bahama District of the Bahamas Girl Guides Association hosted its annual protest rally against gender-based violence on Friday, aiming to raise awareness and empower young girls to speak out.
British High Commissioner urges Bahamas to join global child-care charter during hostel visit
British High Commissioner Smita Rossetti has encouraged The Bahamas to consider signing the Global Charter on Children’s Care Reform, saying the country’s commitment to vulnerable children would be strengthened by joining the international framework.
Mitchell welcomes new US Ambassador Herschel Walker
Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell yesterday welcomed newly appointed US Ambassador to The Bahamas Herschel Walker during a courtesy meeting ahead of the diplomat’s formal credential presentations.
Bail for man accused of beating mother of his child
A MAN was granted bail yesterday after being accused of beating the mother of his child and breaking her ankle earlier this year.
Traveller loses $38,000 after failing to declare money at LPIA
A HAITIAN man was fined $1,000 yesterday after admitting he failed to declare that he was travelling to Haiti with more than $40,000.
Mitchell urges Baha Mar to review firing of casino dealer over leave
A FORMER Baha Mar casino dealer who was fired after a dispute over compassionate leave says her termination was excessive, and Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell is urging the resort to reconsider its decision.
