Search results for : rentals
September 05, 2023
Country's economy trending back to normal following COVID, says Central Bank
In the Central Bank of The Bahamas' (CBOB) Monthly Economic and Financial Developments (MEFD) for July 2023, published yesterday, the bank revealed that the country's recovery from the economic downturn due to the COVID-19 pandemic "neared completion" given the growth trajectory of the economy. "Preliminary indications are that during the month of July, the growth ...
The post Country's economy tr...
April 11, 2024
Letters to the Editor: The 'Plight' of Parliamentarians?
Editor, Way back in the day, persons who offered for election to the House of Assembly and were elected or those who accepted an appointment to the Senate were often self-employed in the business or professional worlds. In short they were independent financially. They did not, ordinarily, look to the public purse for sustenance. Over [...]
K’s Heart Easter Giveaway
April 02, 2024
K’s Heart Easter Giveaway
“This country will not be a good place for any of us to live in unless we make it a good place for all of us to live in.” Theodore Roosevelt
FNM & PM in social media spat
March 19, 2024
FNM & PM in social media spat
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The leader of the Free National Movement (FNM) Michael Pintard took to social media Tuesday evening to respond to Prime Minister Philip Davis who castigated him on the app 'X,' formerly known as Twitter, for suggesting that government's trip to Botswana was a 'waste of money.' While the Prime Minister tweeted a [...]
Memories inspire hopes for the future
August 19, 2011
Memories inspire hopes for the future
When Charles Klonaris was a boy, he remembers downtown Nassau was a lively, vibrant place. Back then he lived on West Street, which in the 1950's was a prominent residential area filled with large, majestic homes.?
March 06, 2024
Opposition meets with Petroleum Retailers Association
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Members of the Opposition met with representatives of The Bahamas Petroleum Retailers Association (BPRA) on Tuesday to discuss a wide range of concerns, with the association underscoring the increased burdens experienced by the business community and how these have affected their fixed profit margins. According to a statement by the Opposition, the [...]
March 04, 2024
"IN THE DARK": Opposition accuses Govt of trying to privatize BPL without consultation
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Opposition Leader Michael Pintard called on the government to provide the details on its plans for Bahamas Power & Light (BPL), accusing the Davis administration of "making a mess" of the energy sector. During a press conference at FNM headquarters yesterday, Pintard stated that while the challenges at BPL have spanned multiple [...]
BIG BUSINESS: $510M in developments unveiled
February 15, 2024
BIG BUSINESS: $510M in developments unveiled
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamian businessman His Excellency Sebas Bastian unveiled a $510M plan to construct 14 developments in New Providence over the next several years, which is pegged to provide 3,290 jobs for Bahamians. H.E. Bastian unveiled the multi-million dollar plans to Prime Minister Philip Davis Thursday morning at his company's Venetian West Residential Office. [...]
Central Bank projects the Bahamian economy to grow in the low two percent range in 2024
January 30, 2024
Central Bank projects the Bahamian economy to grow in the low two percent range in 2024
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Central Bank predicts The Bahamas' economic growth to be in the low two percent range, still moderately above the estimate of the economy's medium-term potential. On Monday, Central Bank Governor John Rolle stated that although the economy has a positive outlook for 2024, enabling more employment creation and continued reduction in [...]
January 29, 2024
Opposition hits out at Davis administration over Road Traffic Department woes
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Opposition leader Michael Pintard has slammed the Davis administration for allowing the temporary facilities of the Road Traffic Department to fall into "an appalling state of disrepair and dilapidation." Pintard, in a statement, said: "The Davis PLP Administration has allowed the temporary facilities that house Road Traffic to fall into an appalling [...]
Letters to the Editor: Crying wolf too often?
January 26, 2024
Letters to the Editor: Crying wolf too often?
Editor, I have postulated before, and I will do so again, in saying, without fear of contradiction, that crime, per se. is NOT out of control. Yes, it is to be readily admitted that the inordinate spike in alleged homicides is problematic, but most all other types of crimes and criminal offenses are trending downwards. [...]
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.
Government's revenue collection sees nearly 10 percent increase to hit $2.85 billion for FY2022/23
December 11, 2023
Government's revenue collection sees nearly 10 percent increase to hit $2.85 billion for FY2022/23
Opposition urges Davis administration to curtail unnecessary spending NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Revenue collection for the fiscal year 2022/2023 saw an almost 10 percent increase to reach approximately $2.85 billion, according to the government's budgetary performance review, with the Opposition urging the government to curtail unnecessary spending. The findings were contained in the recently released...
Minister of Energy and Transport refutes claims
December 06, 2023
Minister of Energy and Transport refutes claims
The Minister of Energy and Transport strongly refutes claims by the Deputy Leader of the Free NationalMovement that the Government of The Bahamas is not actively engaged or responsive to the needs of our citizens in Acklins and Eleuthera.
December 06, 2023
Visitor arrivals increase by nearly 23 percent in Q3 2023
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Visitor arrivals to The Bahamas grew by nearly 23 percent in the third quarter, with tourist arrivals to New Providence increasing by nearly 16 percent during that period, according to the latest data from the Central Bank. The preliminary data from the Ministry of Tourism showed that total visitor arrivals grew by [...]
Contaminated fuel reignites power supply woes on Harbour Island, investigation launched
December 05, 2023
Contaminated fuel reignites power supply woes on Harbour Island, investigation launched
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas Power and Light says that it has launched an investigation following the delivery of contaminated fuel to Harbour Island for the second time, which has resulted in a 'major' generation shortfall due to the failure of four of its generator units on Monday. The incident has once again reignited power supply [...]
December 04, 2023
Guana Cay residents in urgent appeal to PM over power woes
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) said yesterday that it is looking at interim measures to improve the supply of electricity to Guana Cay as frustrated residents and second homeowners have issued an urgent appeal to Prime Minister Philip Davis to address the situation which they say is threatening the community's economic and [...]
Better Homes & Gardens MCR Bahamas Grows Again, Adds 5 Women Agents as New Markets Emerge
November 28, 2023
Better Homes & Gardens MCR Bahamas Grows Again, Adds 5 Women Agents as New Markets Emerge
Better Homes & Gardens MCR Bahamas has added five new agents, a move directors said would “better enable us to serve the luxury market while preparing us for new markets and emerging trends.”
November 28, 2023
BPL now able to meet Harbour Island's power supply demand following recent challenges
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) yesterday assured that it is able to fully meet Harbour Island's energy demands with sufficient spare capacity, following recent challenges to four of its six units which resulted in load shedding and disrupted business during the US Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Arnette Ingraham, BPL's communication manager, said to [...]
November 24, 2023
HG Christie Properties Shine at Canadian Int’l Property Show
The beautiful real estate properties of The Bahamas were on full display during the 2023 Canadian International Property Show in Toronto, Canada, where HG Christie Real Estate Agent and Relocation Specialist Rosalyn Brown shared some of the top real estate options available for purchase throughout our islands.
Search Options
Filter:
Sponsored Ads
