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Celebrated taxi driver says he was just doing his job
NASSAU , BAHAMAS — The most wanted taxi driver in The Bahamas was tracked down by Eyewitness News early this afternoon. Henry Culmer, a taxi driver for 8 years, was recognized for his outstanding hospitality by a young man visiting from New Rochelle, New York. The tourist made a video acknowledging his initial doubts about [...]
Transport Minister Meets with Bus Drivers, Operators and the Public to Discuss their Concerns
Transport Minister Meets with Bus Drivers, Operators and the Public to Discuss their Concerns
The Minister of Energy and Transport the Hon. JoBeth Coleby-Davis and other government and law enforcement officials met with jitney drivers, owners and members of the public to discuss their concerns at a Town Hall Meeting at Government School High School on Thursday, April 4, 2024.
Hit & Run Accident Kills Elderly Man, Police Hunt Driver Responsible
NASSAU, BAHAMAS -An elderly man is dead following a tragic hit and run accident which occurred on Sir Milo Butler Highway during the late evening hours of Monday April 8, 2024; police are requesting the public's assistance in locating the driver of a two-axle truck believed responsible for the fatal incident. Preliminary reports indicate that [...]
Taxicab Fares to Increase and Code of Conduct for Taxicab Drivers Created
Minister of Energy and Transport the Hon. JoBeth Coleby-Davis said the Government, the Bahamas Hotel & Tourism Association and the Bahamas Taxicab Union have come together to successfully conclude talks to increase taxicab fares and create a Code of Conduct for taxicab drivers.
Code of Conduct Established for Taxi Drivers
Code of Conduct Established for Taxi Drivers
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A code of conduct has been established and agreed upon by The Ministry of Energy and Transport, The Bahamas Hotel Tourism Association and The Bahamas Taxicab Union for taxi drivers nation wide. Minister of Energy and Transport, JoBeth Coleby-Davis explained that violations that include alcohol consumption, a valid public service license, and [...]
Man drives himself to hospital after being shot
Man drives himself to hospital after being shot
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A 31-year-old male is in hospital following a shooting incident that occurred on Sunday 7 April, 2024. According to initial reports, shortly before 4:00 a.m, the victim, while driving east towards the intersection of Baillou Hill and Wulff Road, was accosted by the occupants of a silver Japanese vehicle who opened fire [...]
Code of Conduct Released For Taxi Drivers
Code of Conduct Released For Taxi Drivers
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - A code of conduct for taxi drivers has been drafted and signed by Taxi Cab union president Wesley Ferguson and Transport Minister Jobeth Coleby-Davis.
Code of conduct signed for taxi and public service drivers
TAXI operators and public service drivers will now be governed by an official Code of Conduct following a signing between the Minister of Energy and Transport JoBeth Coleby-Davis and Bahamas Taxi Cab Union (BTCU) President Wesley Ferguson on Friday.
BEC meltdown almost thwarted food drives
BEC meltdown almost thwarted food drives
As hundreds of New Providence residents and businesses grappled with power outages over the weekend, food drives of one of the largest charities in the country were cut in half.
Police: Prepare To Have A Responsible Driver
Police: Prepare To Have A Responsible Driver
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Royal Bahamas Police Force is urging Bahamians to party responsibly this easter holiday.