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Basic Safety and Mayaguana
Basic Safety and Mayaguana
The death of three people in Mayaguana last week was a tragedy. The residents were attempting to illuminate a runway for a medical charter. The plane struck the vehicles and two women and man were killed. The victims were identified as former Cabinet Minister Sidney Collie's mother, Edith Collie, his sister...
Minister: Bahamians sticking to protocols
Minister: Bahamians sticking to protocols
WHILE the month of June saw 927 new COVID-19 cases, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville says he believes Bahamians have been doing well in adhering to the protocols that remain in place.
Davis says govt will 'hold the line' on NIB increase
Davis says govt will 'hold the line' on NIB increase
AN increase in National Insurance Board contributions will not come off the table until the Davis administration decides whether or not to accept the recommendations of experts regarding the sustainability of the NIB fund, Prime Minister Philip "Brave" Davis said yesterday.
Govt officially opens new Pinecrest subdivision
Govt officially opens new Pinecrest subdivision
THE Davis administration officially opened the new Pinecrest subdivision on Friday, a move officials said was in keeping with the government's promise to provide more affordable homes to Bahamians.
Police probing how copper theft suspect escaped custody
Police launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape of a suspect who fled in a police vehicle after he was arrested and handcuffed earlier this week, Assistant Commissioner of Police Leon Bethell confirmed yesterday.
Police allegedly found the man stealing copper at Super Value's Carmichael Road warehouse on Monday morning. "We are investigating this matter from a few...
American World Clinics Executive Wrap-up Positive Meetings in The Bahamas
NASSAU, Bahamas ? President of American World Clinics (AWC) Robert Priddy ended high-level meetings in Grand Bahama and New Providence last week, with talks focused on the best island to fit a proposed $200 million-plus medical tourism facility.
Bahamians Unharmed in Boston Bombing
Bahamians Unharmed in Boston Bombing
Four Bahamians who participated in the Boston Marathon at the time of two deadly explosions yesterday escaped unharmed. According to Linda Williams, who traveled to Boston with the runners, Youlanda Deveaux, 48; Sidney Collie, 33; and Shavaughn Blades, 40, were all okay.
Shepherd's Mart Stung by Robbery
Shepherd's Mart Stung by Robbery
The opening of Shepherd's Mart off Tonique Williams-Darling Highway has been pushed back another month after thieves raided the building's air conditioners.
According to Sandy Schaefer, the former principal of Robin Hood, the theft represents a loss of about $100,000.
PMH Critical Care Block Groundbreaking Remarks - Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham
Ladies and Gentlemen
We are gathered here this morning to continue in our efforts to provide quality health care for the Bahamian people.
It is important to recall some history in order to appreciate the strides we have made in health care and social development.