Released after vagrancy charge
A MAN who spent three months on remand after being arrested for vagrancy last year has been released from custody.
Man in assault claim given bail
A MAN was granted bail yesterday in his ongoing trial in the Magistrate’s Court for allegedly assaulting his neighbour.
Carnival to pay extra $1m fine for environment crimes
CARNIVAL’s Princess Cruise Lines Ltd has agreed to pay a $1m fine on top of a $20m penalty it received two years ago after pleading guilty to violating its probation for environmental related crimes.
Initiative to help homeless launched in Freeport
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis announced that a social initiative launched by the Ministry for Grand Bahama involving the restoration of houses for homeless families is underway in Freeport.
Omicron confirmation expected ‘in short order’
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said he expects his ministry will soon receive the test results of “hundreds” of COVID-19 samples sent abroad to confirm the Omicron variant’s presence even as cases decline in the country.
Pintard: ‘Shockwaves’ over Davis comments on economy
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard said Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis must address statements from Ministry of Finance officials that are “sending shockwaves nationally and giving the wrong signals” internationally about the government’s management of the economy.
AG’s office: Heavenly Terveus was murdered, then killer committed suicide
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force said the Office of the Attorney General has agreed with its conclusion that young mother Heavenly Terveus was killed by her fiancé, who then killed himself.
‘Owner of dogs should be prosecuted’
KIM Aranha, Bahamas Humane Society president, says the owner of the four dogs that mauled Alicia Barton should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
Pilot rescued after offshore engine failure
A BAHAMIAN pilot was rescued yesterday morning after his plane crashed in waters off western New Providence shortly after take-off.
Sands - I’d be a loyal team player
DR DUANE Sands says he is the “consummate team player” who would support the vision and agenda of Free National Movement leader Michael Pintard and not try to usurp or overshadow him if elected chairman of the party.
‘We need more than Lucayan to help Grand Bahama’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said that “a complete visionary plan” must be developed so that the Grand Lucayan resort and tourism can be successful on Grand Bahama.
LUCKY TO SURVIVE: Neighbours save woman from horrific ten minute attack from four Pit Bulls
A 51-year-old woman is nursing severe head, arm and leg injuries after she was nearly killed in a brutal attack by four Pit Bulls on Friday.
Six on drugs charges
SIX men were taken to court yesterday to face charges in connection with two separate drug seizures that took place on Moore’s Island and Ragged Island last week.
Money laundering accusation
A JAMAICAN man was arraigned in Magistrate’s Court yesterday on charges of money laundering and receiving.
Pintard: impossible to move on when questions linger
FREE National Movement Leader Michael Pintard says it is impossible to move on from the lingering questions surrounding Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis’ admission that he broke quarantine to buy Christmas presents last month.
