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February 09, 2024
Man accused of killing mother and daughter denied bail for own safety

A SUPREME Court judge cited concern for an alleged murderer's safety as she denied bail to the 24-year-old man accused of killing Allison Thompson, 37, and her 14-year-old daughter, Trevonika Thompson, last year.

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February 06, 2024
US Chargé d'Affaires says she is 'not the least bit concerned' over safety of Americans visiting Bahamas

US Embassy Chargé d'Affaires Usha Pitts said she is "not the least concerned" about the safety of Americans in The Bahamas despite the widespread attention given to a recent travel advisory.

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February 06, 2024
U.S. Chargé Not Concerned About Travel Safety

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - U.S. Chargé d'affaires, Usha Pitts says she's "not the least concerned" that The Bahamas is unsafe for American citizens.

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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 [...]

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January 16, 2024
GBPA says further safety measures are coming as commuters express concerns

GRAND Bahama Port Authority has responded to concerns raised about a pipeline installed at a causeway traversed daily by hundreds of commuters.

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December 29, 2023
Union president calls for better safety, medical coverage for casual workers

Julian Russell, president of the Bahamas Industrial General Services Union (BIGSU), is calling for better safety and medical coverage for casual workers after a recent incident at the shipyard.

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December 21, 2023
GBPA Workers Union concerned over safety and insurance for all at Grand Bahama Shipyard

COREY Cartwright, president of the Grand Bahama Port Authority Workers Union, expressed concern about an industrial accident involving a contract worker at the Grand Bahama Shipyard.

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December 19, 2023
Biden Ushered To Safety; Car Crashes Into Motorcade

USA - Secret Service agents swiftly moved U.S. President Joe Biden to safety as a vehicle crashed into a parked SUV within his motorcade.

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December 07, 2023
SAFETY FIRST: Over 200 officers to be present at Junkanoo parades

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Junkanoo officials say a zero-tolerance approach to mischief has been taken to ensure safety at the upcoming Junkanoo Parades. Ellery Deveaux, Junkanoo Coordinator within the Ministry of Culture, noted nearly 200 Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) and Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) officers will be deployed on Bay and Shirley Streets.

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December 07, 2023
Task force announced to examine water safety after fatal shark attack

BAHAMAS Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) president Robert Sands said the association will establish a task force to examine watersports and beach activity concerns.

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