'Game changer for tourism'

The $300 million Nassau Cruise Port, which is almost completed after three and a half years of construction, will be a "game changer" for downtown Nassau and Bahamian tourism, CEO of Nassau Cruise Port Mike Maura Jr. said yesterday, noting that the transformational development is on track for an official opening on May 26. "We're ...
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Political spat over tax arrears 

After Free National Movement (FNM) Chairman Dr. Duane Sands yesterday blasted the government for what he termed a "money grab" regarding certain actions being taken by the Department of Inland Revenue, Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Chairman Fred Mitchell said a DIR ad warning people delinquent in paying their real property taxes that the government could sell those properties, was misinterpreted...

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Inland Revenue has been garnishing accounts since early April

The Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) has made good on its promise to begin garnishing the bank accounts of businesses that are severely in arrears and have not made arrangements to correct their debt to the government, DIR's Head of Communications John Williams told Guardian Business yesterday, adding that this has been done to "many" ...
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MYSTERY OVER PHONE IN AZARIO SHOOTING: Father tells of shock at seeing dead son's face

AZARIO Major's father claimed yesterday that retrieved data initially located his son's unrecovered phone at Woody's Bar on Fire Trail Road, where he was killed, but that the device was last pinned on Andros Avenue, where it was mysteriously deactivated.

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Inquest into police shooting of Azario Major begins

The coroner's inquest into the 2021 death of Azario Major got underway on Monday. The 31-year-old was shot multiple times by four police officers after he allegedly pointed a gun at them while in a rental car outside of Woody's Bar on December 26, 2021. While testifying at the inquest, Azario's father, Frederick Major, said ...
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Small business celebrates construction of office space

There is a diamond in the rough in the east. The newly built office of Poitier Marketing & PR Group, the public relations and marketing firm now ten years old, but sporting the new digs of a modern office in the midst of suburban New Providence. Co-working spaces and private office rentals took away from ...
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Visitor arrivals in March reach one million

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas recorded one million visitor arrivals in March, according to data released by the Central Bank yesterday. The regulator in its Monthly Economic and Financial Development Report for the month of March noted that preliminary data showed the tourism sector at a robust pace in March, reflective of the relaxed COVID-19 [...]

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The right to vote

Dear Editor, Woodes Rogers arrived in Nassau in 1729 for his second tour of duty as governor of The Bahamas.

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The cloud over our parade

We celebrate our golden anniversary this year - 50 years as an independent country. Today, we acknowledge a number of bright spots. Our population has more than doubled. Nine Family Islands have gained population including Acklins, Andros, the Berry Islands, Bimini, Cat Island, Eleuthera, Exuma and Cays, Harbour Island and Spanish Wells. Tourism is rebounding. ...
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Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation Statement on COVID-19

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation is following guidance from the Bahamas Ministry of Health and other government agencies pertaining to the country’s Preparedness and Response Plan for COVID-19...

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Govt negotiating with joint venture group on solar, LNG power

The government is positioned to enter into an agreement with Bahamas Utilities Holdings Limited (BUH), which is partnering with Shell Bahamas Power Company, for the generation of utility-scale solar energy and liquefied natural gas (LNG) for distribution by Bahamas Power and Light (BPL). Guardian Business understands that BUH - a wholly owned subsidiary of FOCOL ...
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Potter's Cay redo cost triples to $9M

The cost for the redevelopment of Potter's Cay Dock has now tripled from $3.1 million to an estimated $9 million, according to Minister of Agriculture V. Alfred Gray.

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Gaynell Patricia Capron-Kesson

Memorial Service for Gaynell Patricia Capron-Kesson age 77 years and a resident of #65 Doubloon Drive, Freeport and formerly of Nassau will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday 10th, April 2023 at Mary Star of The Sea Catholic Church, East Sunrise Highway Freeport, Grand Bahama. Officiating will be Father O.J Ferguson. Left to Treasure the ...
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Tax crackdown

The Department of Inland Revenue (DIR) conducted a seizure of goods from two Harbour Island businesses this week for being non-compliant in remitting value-added tax (VAT) and business license fees to the government's tax department, DIR's Head of Communications John Williams said yesterday. Williams said the operation began Monday and continued into yesterday. The information ...
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Eleuthera Business Outlook | Thursday, April 28

Thursday 28th April 2022  9:30 AM

TCL will host a paid hybrid symposium under the theme – Beyond Recovery Into Growth. Join us on Thursday, April 28 from 9:30am to 4pm for informative presentations and more. REGISTER TODAY: https://tclevents.com/event/

Some of the presentations include: The Eleuthera Chamber of Commerce's Role in the Renaissance of Eleuthera – Thomas Sands, President, Eleuthera Chamber of Commerce; Disney P...

Live beach entertainment at Coco’s, Pool Party at Tipsy

Saturday 17th August 2019  1:00 PM

Join us for our pool party, mere paces from the waters edge sits our captivatingly laid back Coco Beach Bar & Grill. Renowned for its Bahamian drink specialties and local grilled favorites, this casual beach facility features weekly entertainment, picnic tables, lounge chairs, thatched shades and a water-sport cabana for kayak and banana boat rentals. For information on private events, please cont...

Aspire To Own: Home & Car Show

Saturday 27th October 2018  10:00 AM

Come out and support your Credit Unions! We are looking forward to seeing you all at this event.
All our Credit Unions and vendors have designed special promotions just for you!

Here is a preview of what to expect:
· Volkswagen has affordable options –
i.e. They have a new 2018 Saveiro model for around $26,500.00 and a pre-owned 2015 Polo Sedan model for around $16,000.00.
Additi...

WOW Experience 2018 Hosted by Ria C. Newbold

Saturday 29th September 2018  3:00 PM

Get ready for the WOW Experience!

At WOW Experience, you'll be able to learn from industry experts and leaders, network with entrepreneurs and change-makers, discover tools and strategies to take your business and your life to the next level, and feel empowered to create a positive change. Our impressive speaker lineup includes powerful women who have inspired thousands!

WOW Experience is an...

WOW Experience 2018 Hosted by Ria C. Newbold

Friday 28th September 2018  6:30 PM

Get ready for the WOW Experience!

At WOW Experience, you'll be able to learn from industry experts and leaders, network with entrepreneurs and change-makers, discover tools and strategies to take your business and your life to the next level, and feel empowered to create a positive change. Our impressive speaker lineup includes powerful women who have inspired thousands!

WOW Experience is an...

MOMentous - A Mother's Day Event Hosted by Dellton Cove

Sunday 13th May 2018  3:00 PM

MoMentous is the first mother's day event hosted by Dellton Cove.
Honoring all moms - those angels alive and some we've lost along the way.
Soak up some garden rays and admire fresh blooms at Dellton Cove Outdoor Garden. The scenic location will host a classy garden style brunch to celebrate Mother's Day featuring a wide assortment of delicious food, desserts, entertainment and giveaways.
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