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The Freeport Container Port's habit of allowing work to continue in relatively bad weather and fluctuating wind may have affected the time taken to assess the seriousness of the tornado that killed three of its workers on March 29, said an independent report into the incident."The fact that terminal work during relatively bad weather and fluctuating winds is a common occurrence may have affected the time taken to assess the seriousness of the situation," according to a portion of the report's findings.
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Freeport, Grand Bahama - On August 13th, at 8pm Mrs. Keldra Pinder will be officially crowned, Mrs Bahamas-World by her husband Mr. Philip Pinder at a Coronation event /show at the Hilton Outten Cente.This is the Bahamas' first National Pageant in Mrs World history.
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FREEPORT - The Humane Society of Grand Bahama believes the animal cruelty judgment in the case of a severely malnourished dog was a "hollow victory".After a year of adjournments in the Magistrates Court, of Wenito Bootle suddenly changed his plea to guilty and was granted a conditional discharge and ordered to pay $1,758 in costs.
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LMR Drugs, a popular Grand Bahama based pharmacy on Wednesday became the first private Freeport company to signed on to the National Prescription Drug Plan, which will commence in August according to NIB Director Algernon Cargill read more »
Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police, Quinn McCartney, officer-in-charge of the Grand Bahama District is pictured left outside Police Headquarters in Freeport Wednesday, along with several officers as they showcase four of the five new vehicles acquired for the District. The new vehicles, all 2010 Crown Victoria, according to McCartney will ensure a stronger police presence in the community. read more »
Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Hubert Ingraham (right), is pictured aside the casket of long time friend and Grand Bahama businessman Elon "Sonny" Martin on Saturday, July 10, 2010. Mr. Martin's funeral was held at the Pro Cathedral of Christ the King Anglican Church in Freeport. Prime Minister Ingraham was among those who paid tribute read more »
On the occasion of the Thirty-Seventh Anniversary of the Independence of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, on Monday, July 5, the Grand Bahama Independence Committee held a Black Tie Concert under the Patronage of Governor General Sir Arthur Foulkes and Lady Foulkes, at the Freeport Bible Church on West Atlantic Drive read more »
The Ministry of Tourism in Freeport, Grand Bahama disclosed that this year's Junkanoo Summer Festival is a partnership with some of the leading companies on the island, which include Grand Bahama Power and Light Company, Grand Bahama Port Authority Company Limited, Grand Bahama Island Tourism Promotion Board, MacCal Electronic, Social Affair, Freeport City Council and Bahamas Oil Refining Company Limited. read more »
Minister for Housing, the Honourable A. Kenneth Russell assured the United States’ top diplomat in The Bahamas that the two countries share much similarities including respect for human rights and freedoms. read more »
Grand Bahama Port Authority co-owner Sir Jack Hayward yesterday insisted that there is a deal between himself and the St. Georges which has settled their ownership feud.
He told The Nassau Guardian that as far as he is concerned, all litigation has come to an end and he insisted that the Court of Appeal has received confirmation of this.
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He told The Nassau Guardian that as far as he is concerned, all litigation has come to an end and he insisted that the Court of Appeal has received confirmation of this.
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FREEPORT, Grand Bahama - The Grand Bahama Shipyard ranks as the "premier" ship repair facility in the world, according to a company executive who revealed that the shipyard is booked up for the next two years.
Mick Holding, chief financial officer, said the shipyard has grown significantly in 10 years.
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Mick Holding, chief financial officer, said the shipyard has grown significantly in 10 years.
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FREEPORT - A Haitian couple was found dead after neighbors in Garden Villas smelled strong fumes coming from a house in the area on Saturday morning.
According to reports, the couple - who operated a small store in the Ghetto - was using a portable generator at the time because their electricity had been turned off.
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According to reports, the couple - who operated a small store in the Ghetto - was using a portable generator at the time because their electricity had been turned off.
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A judge yesterday imposed the death penalty on the mastermind of a plot to kidnap a young man for ransom that ended in murder.
Renaldo Bonaby and his friends Renaldo Armbrister and Kevin Harvey lured Philip Gaitor Jr to an isolated spot near Barbary Beach in Grand Bahama on December 7, 2006, according to the evidence. Gaitor was set afire when the attempt to extort $100,000 from his father, Philip Gaitor Sr, failed.
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Renaldo Bonaby and his friends Renaldo Armbrister and Kevin Harvey lured Philip Gaitor Jr to an isolated spot near Barbary Beach in Grand Bahama on December 7, 2006, according to the evidence. Gaitor was set afire when the attempt to extort $100,000 from his father, Philip Gaitor Sr, failed.
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Staff of the newly revamped Pizza Hut recently participated in the Grand Ambassador training program, a [Ministry of Tourism & Aviation sanctioned] concise workshop which focuses on best practices in customer service, and general information on Grand Bahama Island. read more »
Come July 10th The Bahamas will observe its 37th anniversary as an independent nation and on Grand Bahama Island every effort is being made to sensitize Bahamians on this most important part of the nation's history. read more »
ACP Cunningham of the Grand Bahama Police held a Press Conference at police headquarters Thursday morning when he gave results of "Operation Touchdown". There were a total of 90 traffic infractions, 10 outstanding warrants executed and two illegal immigrants were apprehended. read more »
At approximately 11:28am, Tuesday 8th June, 2010, the police were notified of a stabbing incident in the Emerald Drive area of Coral Gardens. The Police responded and on their arrival, two males were discovered one age 31 years was suffering from stab wounds to the body and head and the other age 35 years was suffering from a stab wound to the shoulder area.
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Michael Davis, a regular customer of Wendy’s (Freeport) became the first of four to win $1,000 in the Wendy’s and Coca Cola Upgrade Me TOO! promotion.This sequel to last year’s blockbuster summer cash giveaway is back and taking centre stage, as excited customers vie for weekly cash prizes of $1,000 and the mega jackpot of $10,000!
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A Bahamian businesswoman accused of being involved in an alleged illegal internet pharmacy operation could face more than 30 US federal criminal charges.
If convicted, Carleta Carolina, owner of Coral Pharmaceuticals Ltd, in Logwood Road, Freeport, faces a possible maximum statutory sentence of 474 years in prison and a $10.9 million fine.
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If convicted, Carleta Carolina, owner of Coral Pharmaceuticals Ltd, in Logwood Road, Freeport, faces a possible maximum statutory sentence of 474 years in prison and a $10.9 million fine.
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Updates
Hurricane season can be a very stressful time, especially for pregnant woman. Before the Hurricane, prepare a current list of all prescriptions and prenatal vitamins you are taking with a two week sup... read more »
TEAM Bahamas continues to deliver an impressive performance on its way to the latter stages of the respective draw at the XXI Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico.
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Some 50 Bahamians will be gainfully employed as a result of five contracts signed by The Bahamas Government on July 28 for the repair of boat ramps throughout New Providence. read more »
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