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April 18, 2024
The Ranfurly Home For Children launches Phase 2 of its transitional home project
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Ranfurly Home for Children opened phase two of its transitional home project on Thursday April 18, 2024; the overall aim is to support the transition of young adults from Child Protective Services into independent living. President of The Ranfurly Home for Children Joey Premock said the organization welcomed its first resident [...]
Heather Hodgson-Kosoy's "Screwball Comedy" coming to Atlantis Theater in April to benefit four local charities
March 28, 2024
Heather Hodgson-Kosoy's "Screwball Comedy" coming to Atlantis Theater in April to benefit four local charities
Screwball Comedy, a play written by Norm Foster, produced by Heather Hodgson Kosoy and starring Hodgson Kosoy along with well known local actor D. Sean Nottage, will open in April promising laughs for theater-goers and a financial boost for four local causes.
Colina Supports Young Heart Patients
March 01, 2024
Colina Supports Young Heart Patients
Colina was present at the 58th Annual Heart Ball held at Baha Mar on Saturday, February 24, under the theme ‘Repairing a Child’s Heart is a Gift for Life’.
February 05, 2024
Central Bank reports 20 percent expansion in digital wallet usage in 2023
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As of December 2023, the number of digital wallets in use totaled 118,955, marking a 20 percent expansion for the year to date, with the circulation of SandDollars increasing just slightly over 60 percent to $1.7 million, according to the Central Bank. The regulator, in its latest update on the Sand Dollar, [...]
January 12, 2024
Carnival Corp appoints Grand Bahama native to new top post
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Carnival Cruise Corporation has announced that Grand Bahamian Philcher Grant-Adderley has been named Director of Public Affairs and Community Engagement, a new role that the company said will be crucial to its ongoing efforts to deepen its relationship with The Bahamas. Grant Adderley, a well-known and respected figure throughout the Grand Bahama [...]
December 21, 2023
The Fox Foundation hosts its 9th annual Christmas Giveback
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Hundreds of residents lined up Thursday morning to receive an early Christmas gift from the Fox Foundation's 9th Annual Christmas Giveback. Cars wrapped around the national stadium and spilled onto University Drive as many families waited their turn to get their hands on the $50.00 vouchers that were distributed. Adrianna Fox, Co-Founder of [...]
RBC Partners with ADO, Launches Second Community Garden in Rolleville, Exuma from leading bank’s $50,000 donation
December 19, 2023
RBC Partners with ADO, Launches Second Community Garden in Rolleville, Exuma from leading bank’s $50,000 donation
Declaring “growing our own food is essential to the economy, our way of life and our very survival,” Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation Chester Cooper officially opened a half acre community farm in Rolleville, Exuma this week.
December 12, 2023
Deltec Foundation awards $10k, mentorship to Blue Water Organic Farms
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Michael Johnson became the first Family Island-based winner of the Deltec Young Entrepreneurs Award, which comes with a $10,000 investment in his aquaponic shrimp farm in Grand Bahama. "I would've been surprised if my name wasn't called," Johnson said after DIYE chairman, Robert Turnquest announced him as the winner. Johnson, along with [...]
Bahamian Entrepreneurs Pitch for $10K
October 11, 2023
Bahamian Entrepreneurs Pitch for $10K
What does a shrimp farm, a skin care line, and a caricature artist have in common? They are among seven finalists in the 2023 Deltec Initiative for Young Entrepreneurs’ cohort vying for $10,000 and a year ambassadorship with Deltec Bank and Trust Limited.
Improving food security
September 29, 2023
Improving food security
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on food security, globally, and highlighted the vulnerabilities in our food systems. It resulted in widespread disruption to food supply chains, food access, and food affordability, which significantly impacted The Bahamas and, disproportionately, those in low-income households and vulnerable communities. The pandemic highlighted the importance of add...
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