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Conditions at GB private airport a 'disgrace', locals say
As the government seeks to secure a public-private partnership (PPP) for the development of a new public airport in Grand Bahama, almost three years after Hurricane Dorian, residents contend that the private airport facility has been neglected to the detriment of employees, travelers and business people.
Govt 'keenly focused' on airport for Grand Bahama
Govt 'keenly focused' on airport for Grand Bahama
TOURISM, Investments and Aviation Minister Chester Cooper said the government is "keenly focused" on the Grand Bahama International Airport, telling Parliament they hope to complete the first phase of redeveloping GBIA by January 2025.
New GB airport by early 2025, says DPM Chester Cooper
A rebuilt, world-class airport on Grand Bahama is projected to be completed in line with the opening of the Grand Lucayan resort in early 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation Chester Cooper said yesterday.
Grand Bahama Children’s Home Officially Reopened
Grand Bahama Children’s Home Officially Reopened
Inclement weather did not stop the much-anticipated arrival from Nassau of the 30 children of the Grand Bahama Children’s Home on Friday, October 16, for the official reopening of the Home...
Companies merge to create a new tech security powerhouse
FREEPORT, GRAND BAHAMA, JULY 27, 2011 - Two major players in the Grand Bahama marketplace have joined forces to create a new powerhouse in the technology and security industry.
More than half of GB hurricane shelters ready
More than half of GB hurricane shelters ready
OF the 30 designated hurricane shelters on Grand Bahama, more than half have been inspected and are ready, according to newly appointed island administrator, Cathy Smith.
Take-off for new era as govt buys airport
Take-off for new era as govt buys airport
THE Bahamas Government has purchased Grand Bahama International Airport, finally acquiring ownership of the most substantial privately-owned and operated airport in Freeport, with an 11,000ft runway – for $1.
Residents still wait for hurricane cash
Residents still wait for hurricane cash
WITH two months before the official start of hurricane season, many Grand Bahama residents are still waiting to receive a call from the Disaster Reconstruction Authority to hear whether money is available for them to continue much-needed home repairs.
Education Minister in GB to Assess Readiness of Public Schools
Minister of Education, the Hon. Jeffrey Lloyd flew into Grand Bahama on Thursday, September 19, 2019 to inspect the condition of public schools, most of which were devastated by Hurricane Dorian...
From The Heart – GB Communities Are Ground Zero for Hope and Resilience
As a Port Authority Police Department (PAPD) Special Ops Lieutenant in New York city many years ago, William Keegan wrestled with mountains of twisted steel and human body parts that littered the World Trade Center...