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April 03, 2024
Easter weekend proves profitable for fishermen, but not without problems
FISHERMEN said sales during the Easter holiday weekend proved to be profitable, but noted that bad weather and increased fees affected their business.
GB MP: Those Fishermen Need Help
December 13, 2023
GB MP: Those Fishermen Need Help
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Grand Bahama fishermen had their livelihoods severely impacted after their Tynes Beach access ramp was cut off without warning or consultation. That matter was brought before Parliament this morning.
Fishermen Protest Over Access To Caravel Beach Ramp
December 13, 2023
Fishermen Protest Over Access To Caravel Beach Ramp
GRAND BAHAMA, BAHAMAS - A protest was held Tuesday morning in Grand Bahama as a group of fishermen says they are being disenfranchised.
December 09, 2023
GB Fishermen: Allow Us To Use It Until There's An Alternative
GRAND BAHAMA, BAHAMAS - Yesterday, local fishermen on Grand Bahama arrived to their regular spot in the Caravel Beach community but were met with a newly erected fence. It blocks access to a ramp they have collectively built.
December 29, 2022
Lobster fishermen hit with price drop on int'l market
While spiny lobster fishermen have had a phenomenal catch this season, the price of lobster on the international market has slid slightly, depressing local exporters, Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resource and Family Island Affairs Clay Sweeting explained to Guardian Business yesterday. Sweeting said the price of lobster has had a minimal decrease from the pricing ...
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Minister Sweeting's Statement to Bahamian Fishermen
July 31, 2022
Minister Sweeting's Statement to Bahamian Fishermen
Here we are, just a few days from the start of the 2022/2023 crawfish season. As a former fisherman, I always feel nostalgic around this time of year - reminiscing on the excitement of what the new season would bring. The fishermen of our country work hard during the off-season to repair and prepare their equipment and vessels in hopes of reaping a bountiful harvest. They must plan and be prepared...
Fisheries superintendent warns fishermen
September 09, 2010
Fisheries superintendent warns fishermen
By K. NANCOO-RUSSELL
Freeport News Reporter
krystal@nasguard.com
Freeport, Grand Bahama-Fisheries Superintendent Clement Campbell yesterday issued a warning to fishermen to obey the laws of the Fisheries Act, which were created to help sustain the fishing industry a lucrative one for the country.
Campbell was addressing the Rotary Club of Freeport's luncheon meeting, and shared some recent statis...
Fishermen prove they had correct licence
August 05, 2021
Fishermen prove they had correct licence
A magistrate yesterday discharged four fishermen who were accused of fishing with prohibited apparatus after they were able to prove they had the appropriate licence to do so.
Man killed as fishermen thrown from their boat
November 24, 2020
Man killed as fishermen thrown from their boat
A FISHING trip ended yesterday with three men being ejected out of their 40ft Contender after it struck an object - leaving one of them dead.
August 11, 2010
Death of fishermen prompts new call for safety protocols at sea
By DENISE MAYCOCK
Tribune Freeport Reporter
dmaycock@tribunemedia.net
FREEPORT - Police, Defence Force and BASRA officials on Grand Bahama are advising boaters to follow proper safety protocols and practise safe boating habits to prevent any further loss of live on the sea.
This comes after Nixon Mitchell and Delbert Wedderburn died last week while crawfishing in waters off Grand Bahama.
Sadn...
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