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Balloon Release Ceremonies Must Stop
May 23, 2013
Balloon Release Ceremonies Must Stop
Freeport, Grand Bahama -
EARTHCARE is taking a stand against
celebratory balloon releases, urging event organizers to find other
"earth-friendly" ways to celebrate events that do not pose a threat to
the country's fragile marine environment and birds.
Balloons are
very harmful when ingested by birds and marine life such as fish,
endangered sea turtles and marine mammals including whales and...
Balloon release ceremonies must stop
May 23, 2013
Balloon release ceremonies must stop
By Gail Woon, Marine Biologist, Founder EARTHCARE
EARTHCARE is taking a stand against celebratory balloon releases, urging event organizers to find other "earth-friendly" ways to celebrate events that do not pose a threat to the country's fragile marine environment and birds.
Balloons are very harmful when ingested by birds and marine life such as fish, endangered sea turtles and marine mammals in...
Adversity leads to success for balloon entrepreneur
May 18, 2012
Adversity leads to success for balloon entrepreneur
Cecile Williams-Bethel's unexpected job loss and failed business venture presented her with an opportunity to take her talents to higher heights.
Williams-Bethel confirmed to Guardian Business in this week's edition of Da Plunge that it was through a failed business venture that occurred more than a decade ago that she was inspired to start The Balloon People.
"In 2001, while employed at the Natio...
Private sector credit balloons by 17.2 million
August 09, 2011
Private sector credit balloons by 17.2 million
Private sector credit grew $17.2 million in June, continuing a reversal in direction as businesses increased their commercial loans and consumers consolidated their loan positions.
Across the English Channel by balloon
June 02, 2010
Across the English Channel by balloon
LONDON - In a goofy yet mesmerizing stunt, an American adventurer crossed the English Channel on Friday carried by a bundle of helium balloons, ending a quiet and serene flight by touching down in a French cabbage patch.
February 28, 2024
Op-Ed: Brave 'Papa Tax' Davis and his mid-year budget
Brave 'Papa Tax' Davis and his mid-year budget The mid-year budget communication has come and gone. As expected, the government sought to pat itself on the back and convince the populace that they are doing a great job as stewards of the people. It was apparent that the objective was to ensure that the populace [...]
February 25, 2024
Over 100 Treated to Breakfast In Bain And Grants Town
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Owners of Nothing But A Number decided to put down the balloons, draping and tinsel to feed over 100 people with breakfast.
FNM: Gov't Is Squandering
February 24, 2024
FNM: Gov't Is Squandering
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The FNM is accusing the Davis administration of squandering funds after it was revealed the OPM's travel budget ballooned to $2.2 million.
Fox Foundation gifts free dental services for kids
February 24, 2024
Fox Foundation gifts free dental services for kids
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Fox Foundation extended free dental services to dozens of children today as part of its ongoing efforts to demonstrate social responsibility within the community. The big giveback today welcomed children between the ages of 3 and 12 who received dental exams and teeth cleaning services. The kids were also treated to [...]
Son To Mom: You're Important To Me
February 14, 2024
Son To Mom: You're Important To Me
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Liam's gesture of taking his lunch money to buy a Valentine's Day balloon heart for his mom melted hearts everywhere.
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