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March 19, 2024
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Is In Effect For Andros, Berry Islands and New Providence

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING IS NOW IN EFFECT FOR ANDROS AND THE BERRY ISLANDS AND ADJACENT WATERS…

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR NEW PROVIDENCE AND ADJACENT WATERS.

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March 12, 2024
WSC rebuilds Abaco network infrastructure with resiliency and redundancy, creating most advanced system in the Family Islands

The Water and Sewerage Corporation continues to rehabilitate, rebuild and/or upgrade the corporation’s network infrastructure on the island of Abaco, with resiliency and redundancy in the face of any potential future natural disaster at the core of its efforts.

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February 27, 2024
RCI moving ahead with "site prep" for $100 million beach club destination on Paradise Island

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Royal Caribbean International (RCI) is moving ahead with "site prep" for its Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island, according to the club's president and RCI's local general manager, Philip Simon. Simon told Eyewitness News that it is hoped that construction will begin in the second quarter of this year as RCI aims [...]

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February 06, 2024
Island Aviators announces exclusive media partnership with 103.5 The Beat Radio, and ILTV for upcoming event

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Island Aviators, in partnership with 103.5 The Beat Radio and ILTV, is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated "FLY TO THE BEACH – Escape to Sandy Point, Abaco" VIP Exclusive Beach Party. This media collaboration aims not only to deliver an unparalleled luxury beach event but also to shine a spotlight on the [...]

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February 05, 2024
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning Continues for Berry Islands, New Providence, Abaco and Andros

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE BERRY ISLANDS, NEW PROVIDENCE, ABACO AND NORTH AND CENTRAL ANDROS ALONG WITH THEIR ADJACENT WATERS...AND NOW INCLUDES THE ISLAND OF ELEUTHERA, THE NORTHERN EXUMA CAYS AND THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.

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February 02, 2024
Ministry of Works and Family Island Affairs releases 2024 regatta dates

The Ministry of Works & Family Island Affairs has released the full list of Regattas which are slated to take place this year. The 2024 Regatta line up commenced with the Steventon, Harts & Roker's Point Regatta in Exuma January 6-7, 2024; the Farmer's Cay, Exuma Regatta began today and culminates on Saturday. The excitement [...]

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February 01, 2024
Doctors Hospital and Health City Cayman Islands arrangement to streamline and reduce off-island care cost

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Doctors Hospital executives yesterday lauded the collaboration with Health City Cayman Islands as a "transformative" arrangement aimed at reducing costs and streamlining off-island care for Bahamians, thereby establishing a lower price point for complex medical services that have been traditionally undertaken in South Florida. Dennis Deveaux, the BISX-listed healthcare provider...

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February 01, 2024
Doctors Hospital continues expansion with Paradise Island urgent care facility to launch within two to three months

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Doctor's Hospital is continuing to expand its operations in New Providence, with its chief financial officer revealing that the BISX-listed healthcare provider plans to open a full urgent care facility on Paradise Island within the next two to three months.  Dennis Deveaux told Eyewitness News: "We continue to look at markets where the [...]

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January 25, 2024
Bahamasair plane grounded in Crooked Island following takeoff incident

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A harrowing situation reportedly unfolded for passengers on a Bahamasair flight scheduled to depart Crooked Island on Wednesday, leaving passengers on edge and the airline grounded. The incident transpired as the airline attempted to depart Crooked Island on Wednesday. One eyewitness, speaking under the condition of anonymity, told Eyewitness News: "They made two [...]

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January 22, 2024
GB airport redevelopment a 'catalyst' for island's economic growth, says chamber president

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The President of the Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce has expressed optimism about the potential for the island's economy, noting, "We just need something to start." James Carey told Eyewitness News that while several exciting developments are on tap for the island, the catalyst is the redevelopment of the Grand Bahama International [...]

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January 18, 2024
L.A Mall transformed with Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board's Bahamian activation roll-out

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Brand Bahamas was seen, heard, and felt on the West Coast of the United States as the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board (NPIPB) recently rolled out a Bahamian activation in an upscale shopping center in Los Angeles, Westfield Century City, to celebrate and promote new direct flight service between LA and The Bahamas. [...]

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December 19, 2023
Makers Air Launches Twice-Weekly Nonstop Flights To Long Island From Fort Lauderdale

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation(BMOTIA) joins industry partners in celebrating the introduction of twice-weekly nonstop flights to Long Island with Makers Air. Beginning 14 December 2023, service will operate using Cessna Grand Caravans (9-seater)between Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) and Stella Maris Airport (SML), every Thursday and Sunday.

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December 14, 2023
4M Harbour Island Ltd. Names Sterling Global Advisors as Development Manager for Briland Club Residences and Marina

4M Harbour Island Ltd. is proud to announce it has engaged Sterling Global Advisors as the Development Manager for the esteemed $200 Million Briland Club Residences and Marina, marking a significant milestone in the development of this premier project.

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December 12, 2023
Brightline and The Islands of The Bahamas Debut Partnership

Brightline, the nation's only provider of modern, eco-friendly intercitypassenger rail, and The Islands of The Bahamas unveiled the first wrapped train showcasing a new partnership that celebrates the connection between Florida’s most visited regions (South and CentralFlorida) and the nearby Bahama Islands.

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December 08, 2023
Govt launches energy Request for Proposals for Family Islands

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government has initiated a request for proposal (RFP) for companies interested in developing solar microgrids in the family islands, with Prime Minister Philip Davis describing the initiative as not just an energy project but a blueprint for the future. "Solar energy represents more than a technological shift; it embodies our commitment [...]

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December 08, 2023
An Initiative to Develop Solar Energy Microgrids Across the Family Islands Launched

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis said the country’s goal of having 30 per cent renewable power generation by the year 2030, embodies the Government’s commitment to a sustainable future.

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November 21, 2023
Bimini roadworks: Part of focus on Family Island development

The recent contract signing for roadworks to be conducted in north and south Bimini was a further indication of the importance the Davis Administration has placed on the remainder of The Bahamas undergoing the requisite infrastructural upgrades as in the capital.

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November 21, 2023
HEALTH & WELLNESS OFFICIALS ASSESS A POSSIBLE SCABIES OUTBREAK AT THE HARBOUR ISLAND ALL AGE SCHOOL

Officials at the Ministry of Health & Wellness confirmed an assessment exercise surrounding a possible outbreak of scabies at the Harbour Island All Age School in NorthEleuthera. The nine (9) children attending the school, displaying symptoms of the infestation have all been treated and cleared. There have been no additional suspected cases identified.

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November 20, 2023
Family Island students shine in Bahamas Young Chef Culinary Competition

Family Island students took centre stage in the 2023 Bahamas Young Chef Culinary Competition grabbing first, second and third place in the junior division and first, third and fourth place in the senior division.

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November 16, 2023
Excessive flooding in areas of Grand Bahama and other islands possible over next few days

Residents in Grand Bahama and other parts of the extreme Northwest Bahamas are asked to stay on the alert until Friday, mid-day, as severe flooding from heavy rainfall will be possible over the next few days.

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November 15, 2023
$250 million South Long Island development generating "renewed hope"

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The $250 million Calypso Cove luxury resort and cruise port development planned for South Long Island has reignited enthusiasm and optimism among Long Islanders eager to come back home, according to the project's principals. Ground was broken for the development nearly a year ago and on Tuesday the development's principals gave an [...]

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November 09, 2023
BELC Introduces A Rare Development Opportunity On Paradise Island

As the real estate world bustles with activity during its prime season, BE Luxury Collection is thrilled to unveil the exclusive opportunity to own one of the very last remaining development parcels on the world-renowned Paradise Island.

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November 06, 2023
Launch of the 3rd Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Family Island Coordination Council by the Department of Gender and Family Affairs, Ministry of Social Services

The Ministry of Social Services, Information & Broadcasting's, Department of Gender & Family Affairs, launched its 3rd Gender-Based Violence Prevention Family Island Coordination Council (FICC) at St. Andrews Anglican Church Community Centre, George Town, Exuma, October 27, 2023. Council Members were inducted from Exuma and Ragged Island.

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November 02, 2023
Education Foundation’s Caribbean Supercharged Service Training Sells Out on Grand Bahama Island

The CHTA Education Foundation, with longtime sponsor Interval International, is delighted at the swift sold-out interest in our regionally acclaimed Caribbean Supercharged Service workshop series.

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October 27, 2023
NOT SO FAST: Paradise Island Tourism Development Association to appeal Wendy's and Marco's approval

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Paradise Island Tourism Development Association (PITDA) says that it plans to lodge an appeal against what it called the "erroneous decision" of the Town Planning Committee to approve Wendy's and Marco's Pizza restaurants on Paradise Island. In a statement, the association said: "PITDA and its members are extremely disappointed in the [...]

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October 26, 2023
BAHAMAS WELCOMES CUBAN HEALTH PROFESSIONALS TO STRENGTHEN HEALTHCARE SERVICES ACROSS THE ISLANDS

The Ministry of Health & Wellness is pleased to announce the arrival of thirty-seven (37)health professionals from the Republic of Cuba as part of a recruitment exercise aimed at bolstering our in-country healthcare services. These skilled professionals who include:x-ray technicians, physiotherapists, laboratory technicians, biomedical engineers and epidemiologists will play key roles in enhancing...

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October 23, 2023
Heavy Rains Lingering Over Portions Of The Leeward Islands

AT 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), THE CENTER OF HURRICANE TAMMY WAS LOCATED NEAR LATITUDE 21.9 NORTH, LONGITUDE 63.9 WEST OR 260 MILES NORTH OF ANGUILLA. TAMMY IS MOVING TOWARD THE NORTH NEAR 7 MPH (11 KM/H). A TURN TOWARD THE NORTH-NORTHEAST OR NORTHEAST IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN LATER TODAY AND CONTINUE INTO TUESDAY.

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October 23, 2023
Minister Sweeting visits schools in the Family Islands during Local Government Junior Council elections process

With the relaunch of the Local Government Junior Council Programme in full swing at 38 schools in the Family Islands and one in New Providence, Minister of Works and Family Island Affairs, the Hon. Clay Sweeting visited a number of schools on October 19, 2023 to get a first-hand account of the electoral process.

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October 23, 2023
Ministry of Works and Family Island Affairs gives update on New Providence Road Paving Programme

Fifty-five miles of roads in New Providence are set for resurfacing beginning January 2024 until June 2025.

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