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October 15, 2010
Gov considering energy link between Abaco & Grand Bahama
Linking Grand Bahama and Abaco's energy supplies is a real possibility in the near future, says Environment Minister Phenton Neymour, and this could mean the liberalization of the energy sector, bringing increased competition and potentially better reliability and more competitive rates for consumers.
Neymour, who attended yesterday's session of the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum, toldThe Nas...
Bahamian police pledge to catch the Barefoot Bandit
July 09, 2010
Bahamian police pledge to catch the Barefoot Bandit
Bahamian police say they are determined to be the ones to catch the elusive "Barefoot Bandit" who has been outwitting the Federal Bureau of Investigation and other US law agencies for more than two years.
A fervent search for the runaway fugitive continued last night across the length and breadth of Abaco.
Abaco power woes costing firms 50%
July 22, 2010
Abaco power woes costing firms 50%
Brownouts, blackouts and fried equipment continue to plague Abaco, with one store owner Monday saying business had fallen 50 per cent because of the power issues, while one hardware store said commerce was flowing because of it.
Peter Bradley said his company, Conch Pearl Gallery, had lost half its business because of the consistent power cuts across the island, as tourists - his biggest custom...
HG Christie Announces their New Green Turtle Cay Office and the Newest Members to their Sales Team
September 07, 2010
HG Christie Announces their New Green Turtle Cay Office and the Newest Members to their Sales Team
HG Christie is pleased to formally introduce their new HGC Green Turtle Cay (Abaco) Office location and the newest members of their Sales Team, Adrian & Kristi Lowe.
Full slate scheduled for Abaco Business Outlook
September 17, 2010
Full slate scheduled for Abaco Business Outlook
The status of the controversial new Wilson City power station and the long term plans for health insurance will be some of the highly anticipated topics discussed at this year's Abaco Business Outlook.
The one-day seminar is being held on September 22 at the New Visions Ministries Center in Marsh Harbor, and will include a number of speakers that will focus on the island's opportunities for eco...
Abaco fuel costs to burden all BEC customers
September 24, 2010
Abaco fuel costs to burden all BEC customers
MARSH Harbour, Abaco - Customers across the Bahamas will have to absorb in their monthly bills the fuel costs for the Bahamas Electricity Corporation's (BEC) new $100 million power station, it was revealed yesterday, although some $11 million in construction costs were saved through abandoning plans for a fuel pipeline.
Michael Moss, BEC's chairman, said BEC's customers in New Providence and ot...
March 22, 2023
Eviction notices issued to Abaco shantytown residents
A month after a Supreme Court judge lifted an injunction that prevented the demolition of shantytowns in The Bahamas, the government yesterday issued over 200 eviction notices to residents in unregulated communities on Abaco.
February 28, 2023
Abaco chamber president wants action on derelict buildings
Abaconians are still waiting for the owners of derelict buildings destroyed by Hurricane Dorian to either renovate them or tear them down, President of the Abaco Chamber of Commerce Daphne DeGregory-Miaoulis said yesterday.
Lockdown 'devastating' for Abaco
October 08, 2020
Lockdown 'devastating' for Abaco
ABACO residents yesterday blasted the government's decision to reimpose a weekend lockdown for the island due to high COVID-19 cases there, saying the new restrictions will be "devastating" for the economy and rebuilding efforts...
My son didn't have to die
August 08, 2022
My son didn't have to die
A GRIEVING family in Abaco wants the government to better equip the island with the resources needed to treat divers suffering from the bends after their loved one is believed to have died from symptoms associated with the illness last week.
Abaco murder probe
May 26, 2022
Abaco murder probe
POLICE in Abaco are investigating a homicide on the island that happened on Tuesday.
Abaco residents speak of fears after demolitions
May 31, 2021
Abaco residents speak of fears after demolitions
ABACO resident Gerald François said he was distraught when he heard his home in The Farm had been destroyed as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to eliminate shanty towns on the island.
January 18, 2021
UPDATED: Woman dead, three seriously injured in Abaco crash
A THREE-CAR collision on the island of Abaco left one woman dead while three others were airlifted to New Providence for treatment...
Officers ordeal in Dorian recovery
April 21, 2021
Officers ordeal in Dorian recovery
He also said there were times when officers used heavy duty equipment like a tractor to remove debris in order to collect the bodies, noting such equipment was used to collect those victims found beneath a church’s wall.
August 06, 2020
Several customs officers in Abaco placed under quarantine
SEVERAL customs officers in Abaco have been placed under quarantine after a worker was exposed to a COVID-19 positive patient on the island, prompting officials there to close the Customs Department at the Leonard M Thompson International Airport on Thursday.
July 06, 2020
Contractors association: At least another year or two before Abaco returns to normal
With nearly a year passed since Hurricane Dorian leveled certain parts of Abaco, Bahamian Contractor’s Association President Michael Pratt...
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch Is In Effect For Abaco
May 16, 2020
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch Is In Effect For Abaco
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS NOW IN EFFECT FOR SOUTH AND CENTRAL ABACO.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED FOR CAT ISLAND, THE EXUMAS, NORTH AND CENTRAL ANDROS AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch Is In Effect For Abaco
April 26, 2020
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch Is In Effect For Abaco
THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY HAS ISSUED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FROM 9:30 AM EDT UNTIL 11:30 AM EDT, SUNDAY 26TH APRIL 2020.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT ABACO, AND ITS ADJACENT WATERS.
A SEVERE WEATHER WARNING HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED FOR GRAND BAHAMA, BERRY ISLANDS AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS. A SEVERE WEATHER WATCH HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED FOR NEW PROVIDENCE A...
Elbow Cay Returning To Normalcy
March 17, 2020
Elbow Cay Returning To Normalcy
On September 1, Dorian reached Category 5 intensity, with maximum sustained winds of 185 mph, and a minimum central pressure of 910 mb while making landfall on Elbow Cay in the Abaco chain of islands...
Prime Minister serves Christmas lunch to Defence Force and Police Officers posted in Abaco
December 27, 2019
Prime Minister serves Christmas lunch to Defence Force and Police Officers posted in Abaco
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis thanked officers of the Royal Bahamas Police and Defence forces serving in Abaco for their hard work, courage and sacrifice during a Christmas lunch held at the island’s Defence Force Base on Wednesday, 25 December...
October 03, 2019
IDB Meeting at OPM Abaco re Assessment and Redevelopment
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Peter Turnquest led a meeting with IDB President Luis Alberto Moreno and members of the executive board of the International Development Bank, Monday, at the Office of the Prime Minister in Abaco...
Hope Town Music Festival Returns for a Fifth Year
December 04, 2018
Hope Town Music Festival Returns for a Fifth Year
The season of giving continues as Combustion Music prepares to return to idyllic Hope Town, December 7 – 9, for the fifth year of the Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival. Proceeds from the festival go towards three charities in the Abacos...
Abaco Business Outlook 2017
October 07, 2017
Abaco Business Outlook 2017
The event, held at the Abaco Beach Resort, is one of a seven-island series of Business Outlooks, launched 27 years ago. These forums are designed to bring together experts and members of the general public to discuss economic issues and opportunities.
August 31, 2017
Customers on Hope Town Take Advantage newly opened BTC Franchise
As the country?s third largest economy, the telecom needs of the island of Abaco and its residents continue to be a priority for The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC)...
July 25, 2011
Plus Arts Culture To Showcase Local Bahamian Artists In Abaco This Summer!
The Furniture Plus family is pleased to introduce Plus Arts & Culture ("PAC"), a celebration of arts,
crafts and more by talented Bahamian artists.
December 02, 2016
Maria Wells-Rolle joins Coldwell Banker Lightbourn sales team in Abaco
Maria Wells-Rolle has joined the Coldwell Banker Lightbourn sales team in Abaco.
Two held after man shot dead in Abaco
October 24, 2016
Two held after man shot dead in Abaco
Two men are in custody after a man was shot dead in Abaco in the early hours of Sunday morning.
VIDEO: Texas dentist describes Abaco shark attack
July 25, 2016
VIDEO: Texas dentist describes Abaco shark attack
A 62-year-old dentist from Texas was attacked by a 6-foot bull shark while free diving in waters near Green Turtle Cay, Abaco early Saturday morning.
Pre-Paid cards to allow for greater flexibility for clients/quicker payment turnaround for vendors
June 28, 2016
Pre-Paid cards to allow for greater flexibility for clients/quicker payment turnaround for vendors
More than 300 qualified recipients of the Department of Social Services Food Assistance Programme in North, Central and South Abaco received their Visa Pre-Paid Cards during ceremonies held at the Central Abaco Primary School here in Central Pines, Abaco, Monday, June 27.
Notice to mariners in Abaco
February 23, 2016
Notice to mariners in Abaco
The Aids to Navigation Section of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force wishes to advise mariners that the following navigational lights on the island of Great Abaco and Cays have been relit.
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