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National Women's Week Planning Committee pays a courtesy call at the Office of the Governor General
Mon, Dec 4th 2023, 12:23 PM
Mrs. Ruby Ann Darling, Deputy to the Governor General, welcomed the Planning Committee of National Women's Week in a courtesy call at the Office of the Governor General, November 28, 2023.
Pictured seated from left; Melvylnn Symonette, Actg. DPS/Department of Gender and Family Affairs; Donette Williamson, Under Secretary/Ministry of Social Services, Information and Broadcasting; Ruby Ann Darling, Deputy to the Governor General; Portia Nottage, Chair/National Women's Advisory Council; Pastor Erika Moxey, National Women's Advisory Council. Standing from left: Charlene Paul, Therena Cunningham (S.T.R.A.W. Inc.); Sharma Forbes (Bridge Authority); Minister Stephanie Frith (Princess Court Ministries); Shemah Darling (Immigration Dept.); Belinda Wilson (Bahamas Union of Teachers); Sharon Martin (Tripartite Council); Khandi Gibson (Families of all Murdered Victims); Elle Clarke, Patrice Hanna-Carey, and Bernadette Gibson (Pilot Club).
Mrs. Ruby Ann Darling, Deputy to the Governor General, welcomed the Planning Committee of National Women's Week in a courtesy call at the Office of the Governor General, November 28, 2023. Pictured seated from left; Melvylnn Symonette, Actg. DPS/Department of Gender and Family Affairs; Donette Williamson, Under Secretary/Ministry of Social Services, Information and Broadcasting; Ruby Ann Darling, Deputy to the Governor General; Portia Nottage, Chair/National Women's Advisory Council; Pastor Erika Moxey, National Women's Advisory Council. Standing from left: Charlene Paul, Therena Cunningham (S.T.R.A.W. Inc.); Sharma Forbes (Bridge Authority); Minister Stephanie Frith (Princess Court Ministries); Shemah Darling (Immigration Dept.); Belinda Wilson (Bahamas Union of Teachers); Sharon Martin (Tripartite Council); Khandi Gibson (Families of all Murdered Victims); Elle Clarke, Patrice Hanna-Carey, and Bernadette Gibson (Pilot Club).Bahamas Professional Golf Tour Champions Junior Golf Development with Generous Donation
Fri, Dec 1st 2023, 10:02 AM
Best of the Best Regatta, Montagu Bay - DAY ONE
Fri, Dec 1st 2023, 09:28 AM
Statement from the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the Passing of Henry Kissinger
Thu, Nov 30th 2023, 06:42 PM
12 new inductess into the MOYSC 2023 National Sports Hall of Fame
Thu, Nov 30th 2023, 10:29 AM
PM Davis: Award of Supreme Honour – Grand Title to Reflect Grand Achievements
Tue, Nov 28th 2023, 01:22 PM
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis noted, on November 27, 2023, that the Golden Jubilee Independence Award of Supreme Honour was an award with a “grand title to reflect the grand achievements” of its recipients.
“Fifty years ago, the founders of our nation realized their dream of an Independent Bahamas,” Prime Minister Davis said, at the Awards Ceremony, held at the Baha Mar Convention Center. “In doing so, they opened the door to an even bigger dream – a vision of a proud and prosperous people, defined not by their colonial past, but by the ingenuity and resilience used to craft their future.”
Prime Minister Davis stated that while citizens might take the present-day successes for granted, all must not forget that The Bahamas they knew at that time was not a guarantee.
“In fact, at the time some opposing voices warned that our embrace of Independence would lead to a drastic drop in our quality of life and prospects,” he noted. “They did not think that we were sufficiently able to govern ourselves.”
Prime Minister Davis added that, over the 50 years since Independence, there had certainly been challenges; but there had also been great opportunities, and “a glorious national awakening”.
“Perfection in human societies is impossible; but even our imperfect progress has seen us rise, excel, and have the world mark the manner of our bearing,” he said.
Prime Minister Davis added: “Even so, none of it was inevitable. We should never take the rise of our country for granted. Imagine a small island nation with the third highest GDP per capita in the Western Hemisphere, with talent bursting at its seams, and a culture and quality of life that many other nations aspire to achieve.
The Prime Minister stated that the odds were stacked against The Bahamas; but, he noted, the nation had “proven time and time again that betting against The Bahamas is a losing proposition”.
He added: “But what exactly is it about us that is so exceptional that we have been able to accomplish as much as we have in just 50 years?
“It is you, the Bahamian people, who have led the way.”
Prime Minister Davis pointed out that The Bahamas’ journey over the past five decades had been one of remarkable achievement, spanning sports, science, business, education, politics, art, music, philanthropy, and media. In just about every field imaginable, nationally or internationally, Bahamians were excelling, he added.
“Bahamian men and women, young and old, from all walks of life, have shaped our national identity and propelled The Bahamas to its esteemed place on the world stage,” he said.
“So, while the year may be coming to an end, our Golden Jubilee is not yet done,” Prime Minister Davis added. “And before it is done, we are recognizing and celebrating the contributions of our national heroes and heroines – our nation builders, our people – who made this nation what it is today.”
Prime Minister Davis offered a “special thank you” to the Independence Honours Advisory Committee Chair, Sean McWeeney, and the members of the committee.
“Thanks also to those who supported the work of the Committee: Head of the Secretariat Mr. Peter Deveaux Isaacs, and the many researchers and members of staff,” he said. “All your efforts combined have made this ceremony possible.”
Prime Minister Davis added that they pay special tribute, that afternoon, to the late Ed Bethel, who was a member of the Honours Advisory Committee, and is now himself, an honouree.
“His legacy continues to shine.”
Prime Minister Davis noted that it was important to them not only to recognize those who were “blessed enough to be here in person”, but also to honour the contributions of those who were “no longer with us”.
“Today we remember and celebrate them all,” he noted.
“We applaud each of the honourees as national standard bearers, champions, and examples of what we should all aspire to be,” Prime Minister Davis added.
Prime Minister Davis pointed out that the awards presented that day were separate from those conferred by the National Honours Society, created in that “landmark year of the 50th anniversary of Independence, to mark the landmark achievements of those being recognized”.
“This is an award for the people, by the people,” he stated. “It reflects our collective gratitude for the shoulders on which we all now stand.”
The Prime Minister Davis added: ‘We are forever grateful for the contributions of our honourees. With the granting of this honour, your names and the names of your departed loved ones will forever be remembered and etched in our history, when we acknowledge the contributions of those who have defined Bahamian excellence.”
Prime Minister Davis noted that it was “now up to the rest of us to live up to their legacies, build on the foundation they left us, and take this nation forward for the next 50 years”.
“We should do so with the same courage, dedication, and passion that they embodied,” he stated.
“Congratulations to you – all of you – and thank you, once again, for giving so freely of yourselves to this nation,” Prime Minister Davis added.
“May God continue to bless you all and may He continue to bless our beloved Bahamaland.”
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Tue, Nov 28th 2023, 11:48 AM
Great Commission Ministries pays a courtesy call at the Office of the Governor General
Mon, Nov 27th 2023, 11:29 AM
Class of 1973 Bahamas Teacher's College welcomed in courtesy call on the Deputy to the Governor General
Mon, Nov 27th 2023, 11:05 AM
National Women's Week begins with religious service
Mon, Nov 27th 2023, 10:37 AM
Department of Correctional Services Officers Honoured at Awards Ceremony
Fri, Nov 24th 2023, 09:52 AM
The Minister of National Security, the Honorable Wayne Munroe, KC, congratulated a total of one hundred and nineteen (119) Officers from The Bahamas Department of Correctional Services, who were recognized and honoured during an Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 20, 2023, at the Fox Hill Community Center.
Minister Munroe in his remarks assured the officers that the duties they perform on a daily basis do not go unnoticed. In commending Acting Correctional Commissioner Doan Cleare for his stellar leadership performance, he reiterated his call to continue recognizing and rewarding the men and women who have given unselfishly of their time and service over the years.
As the organization continues its month of activities in observance of seventy-one (71) years of continuous service, the officers were awarded various plaques, certificates and tokens of appreciation for their contributions and stellar services to the country, and the organization.
A total of sixty-two (62) officers received the “Above and Beyond” Certificate, fourteen (14) were recognized for the Bright Star Award, thirteen (13) were rewarded the Peak Performance Award, eight (8) received Awards for Act of Bravery, five (5) for recognized as Officers of the Year, four (4) received Certificate of Appreciation, and thirteen (13) officers received Honorable Mention Awards.
They were presented with their awards by the Minister Munroe, assisted by Acting Permanent Secretary Lisa Hall, Deputy Corrections Commissioner Bernadette Murray, and Assistant Commissioner of Corrections David Rahming.
Universal Children’s Day recognized in The Bahamas
Thu, Nov 23rd 2023, 11:41 AM
LIVE: PLP candidate Kingsley Smith wins West Grand Bahama and Bimini by-election
Wed, Nov 22nd 2023, 07:42 PM
Former Senator and Diplomat, H.E. Alma Adams, Laid to Rest
Wed, Nov 22nd 2023, 12:56 PM
Bahamas National Teammates Face-Off in The NBA
Wed, Nov 22nd 2023, 12:48 PM
Young Chef participants told to use curbs, whelks and sea urchins in their dishes
Mon, Nov 20th 2023, 10:43 AM
Senior high school students participating in the National Round of the 31st Bahamas Young Chef (senior) Culinary Competition (Finals) were encouraged to use curbs, whelks and sea urchins in their dishes.
“All of these products are [delicacies] in other parts of the world but we don’t use them [here],” said Chef Michael Adderley, one of the judges for the annual contest sponsored by the Department of Education in conjunction with Asa H. Pritchard/Mahatma Rice and Robin Hood Flour.
Chef Adderley also told the students and their coaches that the unavailability of native products to use their dishes is not an excuse. He urged them to collect the products when in season, save and freeze them so that they can have them to use in their dishes during the contest.
“Do not switch the game plan in the competition,” said Chef Addiemae Adderley. “Stick to what you’ve been practising and stick to what you’re best at. Those of you in the 10th and 11th grades, refine what you did today and present it next year,” she said.
Seventeen students representing public and private schools in New Providence and the Family Islands prepared rice and flour dishes using Robin Hood Flour and Mahatma Rice during the competition held at A. F. Adderley Junior High School Thursday, November 16, 2023.
The student chefs presented their dishes and were interviewed by a panel of professional judges including: Chief Chef Gerald Rolle, Chef Jeremy Houghton, Chef Addiemae Farrington, Chef Michael Adderley, Chef Aliea Rolle, Chef Ted Burrows, Chef Clement Williams and Chef Emmanuel Gibson.
The winners will be announced during an Awards Ceremony Friday, November 17, 2023.
Senior high school students participating in the National Round of the 31st Bahamas Young Chef (senior) Culinary Competition (Finals) were encouraged to use curbs, whelks and sea urchins in their dishes. “All of these products are [delicacies] in other parts of the world but we don’t use them [here],” said Chef Michael Adderley, one of the judges for the annual contest sponsored by the Department of Education in conjunction with Asa H. Pritchard/Mahatma Rice and Robin Hood Flour. Chef Adderley also told the students and their coaches that the unavailability of native products to use their dishes is not an excuse. He urged them to collect the products when in season, save and freeze them so that they can have them to use in their dishes during the contest. “Do not switch the game plan in the competition,” said Chef Addiemae Adderley. “Stick to what you’ve been practising and stick to what you’re best at. Those of you in the 10th and 11th grades, refine what you did today and present it next year,” she said. Seventeen students representing public and private schools in New Providence and the Family Islands prepared rice and flour dishes using Robin Hood Flour and Mahatma Rice during the competition held at A. F. Adderley Junior High School Thursday, November 16, 2023. The student chefs presented their dishes and were interviewed by a panel of professional judges including: Chief Chef Gerald Rolle, Chef Jeremy Houghton, Chef Addiemae Farrington, Chef Michael Adderley, Chef Aliea Rolle, Chef Ted Burrows, Chef Clement Williams and Chef Emmanuel Gibson. The winners will be announced during an Awards Ceremony Friday, November 17, 2023.MOETVT Congratulates Rhodes Scholar Jervon Sands
Mon, Nov 20th 2023, 09:40 AM
Family Island students shine in Bahamas Young Chef Culinary Competition
Mon, Nov 20th 2023, 09:32 AM
Junior High School students compete in national round of Bahamas Young Chef Competition
Fri, Nov 17th 2023, 01:26 PM
Corporate Character Day Week of activities embraced by NAD, Colina and BTVI
Fri, Nov 17th 2023, 01:20 PM