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WAR OF WORDS: GBPA rips govt's debt claims as Freeport finger-pointing continues
GBPA says it has been "systematically handcuffed" by central government policies and legislation over decades NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Grand Bahama Port Authority has warned against the government's efforts to "force" a sale of the Port Group, expressing concerns over the significant damage it could inflict on the Freeport economy, while strongly refuting the claim [...]
"I'LL DEAL WITH YOU"
"I'LL DEAL WITH YOU"
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Commissioner of Police Clayton Fernander has admonished police officers who choose to break law during their duties. His comments come off the heels of a prison officer who was arrested after attempting to sneak contraband into The Bahamas Department of Corrections. The top cop says there is a concerning trend of officers [...]
Another Royal diagnosed with cancer
Another Royal diagnosed with cancer
UNITED KINGDOM — Catherine, the Princess of Wales, has revealed that she is battling Cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy; the shocking revelation came following months of controversy surrounding her disappearance from public spotlight following abdominal surgery in early January. The Princess' revelation comes on the heels of King Charles admitting that he had been [...]
Labour Minister defends NIB contribution rate increase
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Minister of Labour and Public Service Pia Glover-Rolle has defended the government's decision to increase National Insurance Board (NIB) contribution rates; she said it would be difficult for fund to be sustained without immediate intervention. Minister Glover-Rolle's comments came on the heels of criticism which suggested that even though the Davis administration introduced [...]
Bahamian businesses get early support from the Tourism Development Corporation's new Incubation Centre, downtown
Bahamian businesses get early support from the Tourism Development Corporation's new Incubation Centre, downtown
A new era of innovation and business growth was ushered in with the official opening of the Tourism Development Corporation's Incubation Centre.
STATEMENT FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
STATEMENT FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Regarding the naming of the University's next President, the BOT is actively pursuing a public announcement on the heels of a successful presidential search. The board successfully deliberated on the three finalists and reached a decision, with an overwhelming majority. The announcement has been delayed due to matters beyond the BOT’s control, namely a national election and subsequent change in ...
State Minister Leon Lundy makes a stop at the Treasure Cay Debris and Waste Management Site on his first Official Visit tour of Abaco
State Minister Leon Lundy (left) makes a stop at the Treasure Cay Debris and Waste Management Site as part of his first Official Visit to Abaco, February 22 and 23, in his new position as Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for the Ministry of Disaster Risk Management.
State Minister for Disaster Risk Management, Leon Lundy takes in a full DAY ONE of Official Visit to Abaco
State Minister for Disaster Risk Management, Leon Lundy takes in a full DAY ONE of Official Visit to Abaco
Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for the Ministry of Disaster Risk Management, the Hon. Leon Lundy, began a two-day Official Visit to Abaco with an initial stop at the Office of the Prime Minister, Abaco.
BAD APPLES?: Munroe says rogue officers will be dealt with
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of National Security Wayne Monroe said that the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF), like any other organization, has its 'bad apples'; but, asserted that the top brass of the police force is working diligently to rid the law enforcement agency of those who seek to break the law. The minister's comments [...]
ALIVE & WELL: Pindling family dispels rumours that Dame Marguerite is unwell
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Eyewitness News has been informed by the Pindling family that its matriarch, Dame Marguerite Pindling, is alive and well; the formal statement from the family was released on the heels of alleged rumors that the 91-year-old is "very ill and unwell." The family spokesman told EWN that Dame Marguerite is in perfect health [...]