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October 03, 2022
Security firms urge using alarm systems in homes and businesses
WITH a recent increase in armed robberies in the capital raising concerns, local security firms are urging people to get alarm systems in their homes and businesses.
Letters to the Editor: Crying wolf too often?
January 26, 2024
Letters to the Editor: Crying wolf too often?
Editor, I have postulated before, and I will do so again, in saying, without fear of contradiction, that crime, per se. is NOT out of control. Yes, it is to be readily admitted that the inordinate spike in alleged homicides is problematic, but most all other types of crimes and criminal offenses are trending downwards. [...]
January 25, 2024
Businesses under pressure to boost safety amid rising violent crime
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Businesses are experiencing increased pressure to keep their staff and establishments safe amid the surge in violent crime, particularly in the capital, according to the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) chairman Timothy Ingraham. "This has meant increased costs through the installation of passive security equipment, such as cameras and [...]
November 20, 2023
What To Do When Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease Wanders
The definition of wandering varies from context to context. Technically, wandering is an umbrella term for several different behaviors. This includes elopement (attempts to escape), repetitive pacing and becoming lost. According to neurologist, Jagan Pillai, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor, Neurology, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, most of the caregivers he works with think about wander...
February 09, 2011
Lawyer suggests break-ins at govt buildings were inside jobs
A defense lawyer on Tuesday suggested that successful break-ins at two government buildings were inside jobs.
Thieves broke into the Department of Immigration and the Road Traffic Department last year. Although those buildings have monitored alarm systems, the break-ins were not discovered until staff arrived at the offices, the court heard.
Wayne Toussaint, Sergio Williams and Julian Evans are o...
November 07, 2022
Grand Bahama residents encouraged to partner with the RBPF
Assistant Commissioner of Police Theophilus Cunningham encouraged Grand Bahama residents to foster and maintain partnerships with the Royal Bahamas Police Force as they ultimately lead to public trust and confidence.
Ban Cash For Gold
August 09, 2011
Ban Cash For Gold
There was much discussion last week about the government's recent decision to ban scrap metal exports for 90 days and to ban scrap copper exports permanently. The government argued that the level of theft of these metals necessitated the bans. The industry conceded that new regulations are needed, but it argued that the bans threaten livelihoods.
There are reasonable arguments on both sides. Th...
April 08, 2020
16-year RBPF veteran, now head of Tactical Investigators Elston Bain
‘Extra vigilance needed now more than ever, even when at home’, Offers 8 tips to increase safety...
Companies urge homeowners to invest in alarms
February 07, 2020
Companies urge homeowners to invest in alarms
SECURITY companies in New Providence are urging homeowners to invest in alarm systems as a first line of defence against criminals in view of concerns over a perceived increase in home invasions.
Is the church relevant today
September 11, 2014
Is the church relevant today
After 32 years in the priesthood, after all these years the conversation in the church has remained the same -- all this while society rapidly changes around us. We are still on mundane issues and not touching the reality of life in the country. We're all too often in survival mode.
We have had 492-plus murders recorded from 2007 to 2012 and many more since. We literally live behind bars complete ...
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