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September 24, 2019
GBDRF Partners with Local Clergy to make Relief Available to the most Vulnerable on Grand Bahama

Giving back to the less fortunate among us is perhaps one of life’s greatest joys. In the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian, The Bahamas has seen a true outpouring of generosity from its relief partners both domestically and globally. The storm’s passing has also sparked an incredible sense of community and togetherness. From ordinary citizens to business owners and emergency service providers and...

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August 05, 2019
Campbell Concludes GB Visit with Stop at Inter-generational Home for Seniors and Children

Minister of Social Services and Urban Development, the Hon. Frankie A. Campbell wrapped up a two-day field trip to Grand Bahama, Thursday (August 1), with a tour of the Grand Bahama Home and Daycare for the Aged and Children’s Centre, Preschool and Nursery.

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July 05, 2019
Opposition on Grand Bahama to Independence celebrations date change

THE change of date of the Independence Celebrations to July 8 on Grand Bahama is not going over well with some residents who feel it is breaking national tradition, and are calling for celebrations to be held as usual on July 9...

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December 24, 2018
Residents call for lower energy prices in remote areas

SOME 300 letters of support signed by residents of West and East Grand Bahama were delivered on Friday by the Coalition of Concerned Citizens to the Office of the Prime Minister in Freeport calling for government intervention in lowering the cost of the energy in those outlying areas...

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December 21, 2018
Hundreds of letters call for lower energy costs in Grand Bahama

SOME 300 letters of support signed by residents of West and East Grand Bahama were delivered Friday by the Coalition of Concerned Citizens to the Office of the Prime Minister in Freeport calling for government intervention in lowering the cost of the energy in those outlying areas...

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September 22, 2018
Prime Minister Minnis Officially Open New Fire Statin in Grand Bahama

Prime Minister, Dr. the Hon. Hubert A. Minnis says that crime in the country, including the number of homicides, is trending downward...

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June 28, 2018
GIBC Digital Officially Opened in Grand Bahama

Officially opening GIBC Digital on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon. K. Peter Turnquest, said that making Grand Bahama a tech hub will not only create jobs, but a good quality of life and opportunities for young people...

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June 21, 2018
Minister Thompson-Gov't. to launch High Tech Summer Training Program

The Ministry of Education, in partnership with the Office of the Prime Minister, will launch a program that will allow 150 students in Grand Bahama and Nassau to take part in an innovative High Tech Summer Training Program...

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May 25, 2018
GBPA Executive Director Hayward Reports on Freeport City Clean Up

Executive Director of The Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) Rupert Hayward presented to members and guests at the monthly Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce (GBCC) luncheon on Thursday May 23rd. Hayward gave a comprehensive report on the extensive clean-up campaign launched by the GBPA over the past few years.

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May 08, 2018
DPM says new dorms at UB North will help Government fulfill one of its promises

The Official Opening Ceremony and Plaque Unveiling for Hawksbill Hall at the University of The Bahamas? Northern Campus will assist the government in fulfilling one of its promises...

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