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NEMA makes financial contributions to Hurricane Irma victims on Ragged Island
Captain Stephen Russell, Director of the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, issued financial assistance estimating $72,000 to Family Island residents impacted by the devastating Hurricane Irma in 2017...
Foundation to continue Hezron Moxey's legacy
Foundation to continue Hezron Moxey's legacy
Ragged Island native Hezron Moxey, in life, had a strong maritime influence. The young islander began navigating little dingy boats in the waters around Ragged Island at the age of eight. He would evolve into one of the great mariners in Bahamian history.
Duncan Town airport runway to be resurfaced
Duncan Town airport runway to be resurfaced
The Government of the Bahamas on Monday signed a $1.7 million contract for resurfacing of the airport runway here.
Public Works and Transport Minister the Hon. Neko C. Grant said the new runway will create a ?positive economic impact as a result of employment opportunities that would become available
Healthcare professionals to speak as block
Healthcare professionals to speak as block
Accused by the United Healthcare Reform Alliance (UHRA) of disrespecting Bahamian expertise and altruism in the healthcare sector, the National Health Insurance (NHI) Secretariat yesterday took a conciliatory tone, but nonetheless insisted it has been incorporating stakeholder input "as much as possible".
Debate on Gaming Bill expected in January
Debate on Gaming Bill expected in January
Minister of Tourism Obie Wilchcombe said yesterday the government hopes to begin debate on the Gaming Bill in January...
MJF (Make Jesus Famous) magazine launched
MJF (Make Jesus Famous) magazine launched
MJF (Make Jesus Famous) magazine, the newest Christian magazine in the country is now on newsstands...
Greene disappointed at commission's decision
Greene disappointed at commission's decision
Human rights activist Erin Greene said yesterday she was disappointed that the Constitutional Commission did not recommend to the government that discrimination based on sexual orientation be declared unconstitutional.
The commission instead noted that minority groups can be protected through ordinary legislation...