Abaco residents share stories of Hurricane Dorian with Duke and Duchess
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge listened intently on Saturday as members of Daystar Bible Church recounted their experiences of Hurricane Dorian, a Category 5 storm that made landfall on Abaco in September 2019.
Prince William: Relationships evolve, friendship endures
PRINCE William said the monarchy would support decisions The Bahamas makes about its future, with 50 years of independence next year and amid reignited public discussion about the country possibly shedding ties to Queen Elizabeth II.
Man shot dead off East Street
Police are investigating after a man was shot dead off East Street around midnight on Thursday.
Warm welcome for Duke and Duchess at Sybil Strachan Primary School
HEAVY downpours didn’t put a damper on the royal welcome the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge received on their visit to Sybil Strachan Primary School Friday morning. The visit was one of several activities planned for the Royal couple as they recognize the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen in The Bahamas.
Royal visit brings Duke and Duchess Downtown
THE Duke and Duchess of Cambridge soaked in Junkanoo and greeted admirers Friday afternoon during a trip to Parliament Square.
Teachers fear for safety, says union president
AFTER the stabbing of a male student at AF Adderley Junior High this week, teachers at the school are concerned about their safety, according to Bahamas Union of Teachers President Belinda Wilson.
Gibson $2.5m settlement ‘shows need for commission’
THE Organisation for Responsible Governance has said former Cabinet Minister Shane Gibson’s $2.5m settlement with the government over his malicious prosecution lawsuit underscores the need for the establishment of an Integrity Commission.
FNM chair questions government spending
FNM chairman Dr Duane Sands said the government’s spending on roads and a stadium speaks volumes of its priorities for Bahamians.
RED CARPET BUT GREEN GOALS: PM says talks held on climate change as Royals arrive – and prince offers help to restore coral
THE Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were greeted to a red-carpet welcome that included live performances and local fanfare in a brief ceremony held at Lynden Pindling International airport yesterday.
Royal ‘slap in the face’ to Rastafarians
RASTAFARIAN Priest Rithmond McKinney yesterday rejected the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s visit to The Bahamas, saying their presence in the country flaunted Britain’s centuries-old oppressions and injustices on our ancestors.
US drops COVID risk level for Bahamas
THE US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has de-escalated The Bahamas’ COVID-19 travel risk advisory rating to a Level 2, moderate risk, the Ministry of Health announced yesterday.
Grand Bahama ‘a special place’ for the FNM
FREE National Movement Chairman Dr Duane Sands says that Grand Bahama is hallowed ground for the official opposition and remains a special place for the party.
Crooked Island man denies assaulting police officers
A MAN from Crooked Island was arraigned yesterday on five separate charges, including two counts of assaulting police officers and causing harm to another man.
Father fined after police find drugs stash
A FATHER was fined yesterday for drug possession after police found the contraband in his home.
Man guilty of possession of fake driving licence
A MAN was placed on two years’ probation yesterday after being arrested for possessing a fake driver’s licence.
