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Abaco hosts first inter-island junior tennis tournament
The Abaco Tennis Association (ATA) recently hosted its first inter-island junior tennis tournament in Abaco. The tournament featured girls and boys in the under-14 (U14) category. Participants from New Providence and Grand Bahama joined tennis athletes from Abaco in very competitive matches. The event was sanctioned by the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) and athletes were encouraged ...
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A Severe Thunderstorm Warning In Effect For Abaco - Weather Watch for Berry Islands, Bimini, New Providence and Grand Bahama
THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY HAS ISSUED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FROM 10:10 AM UNTIL 12:10 PM WEDNESDAY 29TH JUNE 2022.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR ABACO ALONG WITH ITS ADJACENT WATERS.
A SEVERE WEATHER WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR THE BERRY ISLANDS, BIMINI, GRAND BAHAMA AND NEW PROVIDENCE ALONG WITH THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.
Fmr. Chief Clerk: North Abaco MP Should Resign
Fmr. Chief Clerk: North Abaco MP Should Resign
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Former Chief Parliamentary Clerk Maurice Tynes says while there is no requirement for North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish to resign, he believes he should give up his seat.
Women's group calls charges against North Abaco MP Cornish a 'monumental step' for accountability
Women's group calls charges against North Abaco MP Cornish a 'monumental step' for accountability
WOMEN United, a women's advocacy group, said charges involving North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish are a "monumental step" towards accountability and fairness.
CORNISH CHARGED: Two accusations of rape for Abaco MP, death threats and assault also claimed
CORNISH CHARGED: Two accusations of rape for Abaco MP, death threats and assault also claimed
NORTH Abaco MP Kirk Cornish was charged yesterday with two counts of rape, as well as assault and threats of death - but there was little fuss or fanfare at the Magistrate's Court.
North Abaco MP Charged With Rape, Assault & Death Threats
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - N. Abaco MP Kirk Cornish was charged with rape, assault, and threats of death. Less than three hours after he was arraigned, he was granted bail.
Art Splash 5th Annual Abaco Cancer Society Art Show Auction - April 16th
Abaco, Bahamas - You're invited to
Art Splash 5th Annual Abaco Cancer Society Art Show & Auction hosted by The Green Turtle Club
April 16th, at 10:30 am - 3:30 pm. Silent Auction from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm.
There will be Wine and hors d'oeuvres, 15 local artists and Live Music - New Entry Band. Cancer Society
Merchandise will also be on sale. Proceeds benefit the Abaco Cancer
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'High volume of illegal' fishing in Abaco
'High volume of illegal' fishing in Abaco
THE HOPE Town District Council said it is appalled by a recent purported "high volume of illegal activities" related to violations of fishing laws and regulations.
Bay Breeze Marina reopens in Dundas Town, Abaco
Bay Breeze Marina reopens in Dundas Town, Abaco
After shutting down operations on Abaco due to Hurricane Dorian and the COVID-19 pandemic, Bay Breeze Marina and Storage Yamaha of Abaco opened the doors of its new 30,000-square-foot indoor storage facility in late June in Dundas Town, Abaco.
Police investigate an armed mugging in Grand Bahama and drugs in Abaco
GRAND Bahama Police are investigating an armed robbery incident in the Taino Beach area on Friday.
Abaco, Acklins, & Andros Tourism Numbers Up
Abaco, Acklins, & Andros Tourism Numbers Up
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board Executive Director Kerry Fountain says while the out islands are seeing success on a macro level, the performance varies by island.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Is In Effect For Abaco and The Berry Islands
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR ABACO AND THE BERRY ISLANDS, ALONG WITH THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.
A SEVERE WEATHER WATCH IS CURRENTLY IN EFFECT FOR GRAND BAHAMA ALONG WITH ITS ADJACENT WATERS.
Bay Breeze Marina and Storage reopens in Dundas Town, Abaco
DUNDAS TOWN, ABACO — After shutting down operations on Abaco due to Hurricane Dorian and the Covid-19 pandemic, Bay Breeze Marina and Storage Yamaha of Abaco opened the doors of its new 30,000 square ft indoor storage facility in late June in Dundas Town, Abaco. Stephen Albury, President of Bay Breeze Marina and Storage Yamaha [...]
Bay Breeze Marina Reopens in Dundas Town, Abaco
Bay Breeze Marina Reopens in Dundas Town, Abaco
ABACO, THE BAHAMAS - Bay Breeze Marina and Storage Yamaha of Abaco opened the doors of its new 30,000 square ft indoor storage facility in Dundas Town, Abaco.
Man dies on Abaco following collision with flat bed truck
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A 37-year-old Abaco man was killed after he lost control of his vehicle and collided with the rear of a flatbed truck Saturday night according to police. The incident took place at approximately 9:25 pm Saturday night on the S.C Bootle Highway. According to reports, a white 2014 Hino flatbed truck driven [...]
Golden Jubilee Flag Relay arrives in Abaco
Golden Jubilee Flag Relay arrives in Abaco
Residents came out in full force to witness the Golden Jubilee Flag Relay happen in their community, Tuesday, June 6 – marking 34 days to the 50th Anniversary of Bahamas Independence on July 10, 2023.
Power Issues Plague Abaco Airport
Power Issues Plague Abaco Airport
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Passengers passing through Abaco's airport met with darkness Thursday as the facility is without a functioning generator.
DPM Tight-Lipped On Abaco Brawl
DPM Tight-Lipped On Abaco Brawl
ABACO, BAHAMAS - A viral video circulating on social media shows what appears to be a brawl between tourists and residents in Abaco. The tourism minister said very little on the issue. However, he is concerned about protecting our number one industry.
Summertime and sailing returns with the successful launch of Regatta in the Abacos
THE rebirth of the summer sailing regatta in the Abacos was a success and demonstrated "the spirit of sailing in grand style".
Rebirth of "Regattas In The Abaco" (RiTA): A Spectacular Success
Befitting the recent announcement that Sailing is now the national sport of the Bahamas, The Abacos witnessed an outstanding success in the first year of the rebirth of the summer sailing regatta. From June 25th to July 1st, between Elbow Cay and Green Turtle Cay, participants were treated to a series of five thrilling sailing races.
Tourist and locals brawl in Guana Cay, Abaco
Tourist and locals brawl in Guana Cay, Abaco
A FIGHT involving second homeowners and Bahamians outside a bar on Guana Cay, Abaco, has highlighted the community's lack of law enforcement officers.
Abaco Dorian victim finds hope & success at Sandals Emerald Bay, Chrishner Butler watched friends float away, grateful every day for new life in Exuma
It is hard, even today more than three years later, for Chrishner Butler to talk about Hurricane Dorian without describing the chilling memories of bodies floating by, being washed out to sea, loved ones unaccounted for, days of being cut off without communication.
Abaco Dorian victim finds hope and success at Sandals Emerald Bay
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — It is hard, even today more than three years later, for Chrishner Butler to talk about Hurricane Dorian without describing the chilling memories of bodies floating by, being washed out to sea, loved ones unaccounted for, days of being cut off without communication. Butler is from Fox Town, Abaco, where before the [...]
MP Cornish apologises on Abaco PM statement
MP Cornish apologises on Abaco PM statement
NORTH Abaco MP Kirk Cornish apologised yesterday for declaring himself prime minister of Abaco.
Cornish apologizes for declaring he's Abaco's PM
Cornish apologizes for declaring he's Abaco's PM
North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish yesterday publicly apologized to Prime Minister Philip Davis, his parliamentary colleagues, and the people of North Abaco for declaring at a recent church service that he is the prime minister of Abaco and suggesting he possesses the authority of a prime minister. "During an independence event over the weekend, I ...
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FNM chairman says North Abaco MP has 'foot in mouth' disease
FREE National Movement chairman Dr Duane Sands said North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish has "foot and mouth disease".
PINDER HITS OUT AT 'PM' CORNISH: Abaco MP says he was disappointed with fellow party member's comment
PINDER HITS OUT AT 'PM' CORNISH: Abaco MP says he was disappointed with fellow party member's comment
CENTRAL and South Abaco MP John Pinder, a member of the Progressive Liberal Party, said it is disappointing that North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish declared himself prime minister of the island.
North Abaco MP fails to understand role
North Abaco MP fails to understand role
Before entering politics, Kirk Cornish, the freshman member of Parliament for North Abaco, was not a household name. In fact, hardly anyone outside of Abaco had heard of him. Since entering the House of Assembly, he has done nothing to distinguish himself, despite being made a parliamentary secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister. ...
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Cornish: "On Abaco Kirk Is The Prime Minister"
Cornish: "On Abaco Kirk Is The Prime Minister"
ABACO, BAHAMAS - The North Abaco Member of Parliament Kirk Cornish making a bold statement at an event in Abaco.
CORNISH: I'M PM IN ABACO - MP says Davis is only other authority that leads the island
"ON Abaco, Kirk is the prime minister."
That's the comment of North Abaco MP Kirk Cornish, who asserted his authority during an independence banquet at Faith Walks Church of God in Cooper's Town, Abaco, on Saturday.