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Relief for residents with govt's Exigency Order
Relief for residents with govt's Exigency Order
Minister for Grand Bahama Dr. Michael Darville discussed the benefits of the newly implemented Bahamas Government Exigency Order in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, during an exclusive interview with The Freeport News on Wednesday, October 19, 2016.
Matthew damaged 7,000 GB homes
Matthew damaged 7,000 GB homes
In the wake of Hurricane Matthew, an estimated 7,000 homes were damaged in Grand Bahama, according to Deputy Director of Social Services Lillian Quant-Forbes.
Grand Bahama in crisis
Grand Bahama in crisis
Some Grand Bahamians are describing conditions as hell on Earth in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew.
Celebrity Infinity Makes Generous Donation To The Bahamas
FREEPORT, Grand Bahama -- Last week The Bahamas was the recipient of a sizeable donation of TVs, beds, blankets and patio furniture courtesy of the Celebrity Infinity cruise ship.?
The Infinity had recently been dry docked at the Grand Bahama Shipyard where it underwent substantial renovations as well as being completely redecorated, allowing the Celebrity Company to donate 1,350 mattresses, 5...
Police Force Pledges Its Support For KGBC Efforts
Police Force Pledges Its Support For KGBC Efforts
FREEPORT, Grand Bahama -- On the heel of celebrating its fifth anniversary, the Keep Grand Bahama Clean (KGBC) organization got a major boost when Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police, Emrick Seymour, once again pledged full support from his officers in the fight against environmental crimes.
GBPA: We're ready for storm season
GBPA: We're ready for storm season
THE Grand Bahama Port Authority Ltd announced yesterday that it has completed a "robust and comprehensive" Storm Response Plan for the start of the new Hurricane Season.
Alarm over Sweeting's Cay healthcare
Alarm over Sweeting's Cay healthcare
KWASI Thompson, MP for East Grand Bahama, has again called for government to address the pressing issue concerning the lack of medical professionals on Sweeting's Cay.
Royal Caribbean Donates Supplies to Assist with Repair of Hugh Campbell Primary School
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. made a donation of $50,000 worth of supplies and equipment to Hugh Campbell Primary School to assist with repair of extensive damage caused by recent Hurricane Dorian. Minister of Education, the Hon. Jeffrey Lloyd accepted the donation on behalf of the school, January 31, 2020. Representing Royal Caribbean was Vice-President, Government Relations/Americas Russell Ben...
YMCA Report on Effects of Hurricane Dorian
YMCA Report on Effects of Hurricane Dorian
Hurricane Dorian smashed into Grand Bahama on September 1st, 2019 with sustained winds of 185 mph, torrential rains and relentless flooding, causing70% of the island to become submerged. The horror hung over the island for a seemingly interminable 40 hours, the slowest moving hurricane ever. It swept away houses, killed an unknown number of people, devastated the landscape, spilled oil from stora...
Grand Bahama Housing Department to Host Open House
Grand Bahama Housing Department to Host Open House
The Department of Housing, Grand Bahama, will host an Open House in Bahamia Subdivision on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at which several entities will be present for those interested in the new government housing project...