The Trust Agenda

By Philip C. Galanis

Two and one half years ago, the country was in the thick of a general election campaign. The two behemoths, along with several other marginal variables, were at it again, each vying for political domination, salivating over the spoils that would go to the victor.
The campaign culminated on the night of May 2, 2007 with some spectators shell-shocked by the surprise upset, othe...

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Minnis: Saxons will rebound

After experiencing a crushing defeat with a fifth-place finish at the 2022 Boxing Day Junkanoo parade, former prime minister and member of the Shell Saxons Superstars Dr. Hubert Minnis said yesterday that his group will return as "warriors". "Wait for us again, the Saxons, this week," said Minnis regarding the Saxons' return to Bay Street ...
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Crowds turn out for Junkanoo parade

After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Boxing Day parade is back on Bay Street. Thousands of people turned out to experience the sweet sound of Junkanoo once again.

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One Family are unofficial winners of Boxing Day Parade

ONE Family conquered its competitors as the group was declared the unofficial winner of the 2022 Junkanoo Boxing Day Parade yesterday, captivating the judges and crowd with its theme "Rise of the Warriors".

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Thursday April 17, 2014 Gas Prices.

For prices today on gas check out BPSU, AutoServ, Texaco, Esso and Shell service stations...

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Entrepreneur hails Island Luck scheme as a 'lifesaver'

ISLAND Luck's OWN Bahamas Programme has been described as a "lifesaver" for budding entrepreneurs like Youlette Etienne and others who have been recipients of grant money to launch their own businesses.

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Friday February 19, 2016 Gas Prices

For prices today on gas check out BPSU, AutoServ, Esso and Shell service stations.

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'Mangrove Mania', taking root and flourishing in Grand Bahama

Wife of Prime Minister Philip Davis and representative of the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, Mrs. Ann Marie Davis is helping to put much-needed focus on the important roles of mangrove ecosystems and why restoring and replenishing the mangroves in and around Grand Bahama is vital for the island’s future.

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FOCOL delivers energy solutions through Bahamas Utilities Company

FOCOL Holdings Limited (FOCOL) is a publicly traded company that distributes petroleum products and provides clean, affordable, and reliable energy solutions in The Bahamas, through its subsidiary, Bahamas Utilities Company (BUC).

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GB SHIPYARD GETS 'BETTER AND BETTER'

GRAND BAHAMA Shipyard's chairman, Carl-Gustaf Rotkirch, said the facility has "done better and better" every month throughout 2011, having gone 205 days without any health/safety incident this year.

And, speaking with staff at the Shipyard's annual Christmas luncheon last Thursday, Reuben Byrd, its senior vice-president of operations, discussed the importance of customer satisfaction and service...

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Sheldon Saint

Friday 19th November 2010  6:00 PM

Shelle Kelly cordially invites you to attend a private showing of Freeport artist Sheldon Saint

Start Time: November 19th at 6:00pm
End Time: November 19th at 9:00pm
Where: Old Fort Bay Club

To RSVP, contact 242-422-4846
Email: shelle@coralwave.com

The Rotary Club of Nassau Sunrise

Saturday 12th March 2011  10:00 AM

Sunrise's Reading Fair will be held on Saturday March 12th 2010, between 10:00 am ? 2:00 pm, on the grounds of COB?s Band Shell, Poinciana Drive.

March is literacy month for Rotary around the world and this event is a very special one for our Club. The Reading Fair (RF) has been in existence since 2006 and we look forward to celebrating our 5th year with greater success. We are expecting 600-8...

Mayaguana Bride-to-Be Wins $200,000 House!

Recently engaged Mayaguana native Natera Burrows, was the winner of the BTC ?Upgrade Your Christmas? House Giveaway. Burrows was speechless when she learned that her key had opened the door to the mini version of the house...

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Bahamian glass blower creates works of art for Conchman Triathlon

Sidney Pratt, Grand Bahama's own glass blower, has been making the unique and highly-treasured Conchman Triathlon trophies for the last 30 years...

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$928,500 seed money for Junkanoo

GOVERNMENT will be granting $928,500 in seed funding to Junkanoo groups for them to make a comeback on Bay Street after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Tropical Storm Barry Public Advisory Number 7A

Issued at 100 AM CDT Fri Jul 12 2019

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100 AM CDT Fri Jul 12 2019

...BARRY CRAWLING WESTWARD WITH LITTLE CHANGE IN STRENGTH...
...DANGEROUS STORM SURGE, HEAVY RAINS, AND WINDS CONDITIONS
EXPECTED ACROSS THE NORTH-CENTRAL GULF COAST...
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Monday January 26, 2015 Gas Prices.

For prices today on gas check out BPSU, AutoServ, Texaco, Esso and Shell service stations...

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Exuma Underwater Store gives people a glimpse of the deep sea while they’re still on land

As an island boy at heart, Smith grew up exploring the shores of his native island of Exuma. When he became an adult, his love for the ocean led him to seek employment at a water tour company - that is - until the first wave of COVID-19 hit Bahamian shores and pulled the tourism industry under.

"During the lockdown, Coastline Adventures closed down, but I continued to walk on the beach every da...

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Family rescues private chef stranded on Antholl Island

A NORMAL family day out at sea ended with a twist after a group of cousins rescued a man who was stranded on Atholl Island.

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Gas suppliers predict price falling in weeks

THE vice president of the Bahamas Petroleum Dealers Association says he expects gas prices to decrease slightly "within the next week or two" due to falling oil costs abroad.

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'When will we learn'

A viral video has called into question the regulation of conch harvesting and overfishing practices despite consistent warnings of "serial depletion" in recent years.

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Struggling to buy gas? Blame Joe Biden

Dear Editor, Who would've thought that Bahamians would have to pay an astounding $7 for one gallon of gasoline? A 2022 Chevrolet Equinox gasoline tank holds 14.9 gallons. For Equinox owners on New Providence, to fill theirs would cost $110.11, which is over half the minimum wage.

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Bahamian culture on full display at Marlins game in Miami

MIAMI, Florida - Jasrado 'Jazz' Chisholm Jr. and the Miami Marlins challenged the New York Mets this past weekend, and came out on the losing end in two of the three games, but Saturday's encounter was all about the lone Bahamian suiting up in the majors at this time. The Marlins recognized and honored Chisholm on 'Jazz'

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'Bring relief to people over high gas prices'

FREE National Movement deputy leader Shanendon Cartwright has urged the government to bring relief to Bahamians who are struggling with high gas prices.

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No ending in sight for gas price rises

ACTING Prime Minister Chester Cooper says it is anticipated that gasoline prices will continue to escalate "for the foreseeable future".

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Teenage girl dies in Abaco accident

A teen driver is dead following a traffic accident in Abaco earlier this week.

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No end in sight

Acting Prime Minister Chester Cooper yesterday warned Bahamians that there is no end in sight to high fuel prices. "As it relates to consumers, I would simply say to conserve," Cooper told reporters before the weekly Cabinet meeting. "We anticipate that prices are going to be escalated for the foreseeable future and we simply have ...

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Today's Gas Prices

Today's gas prices. from Rubis, Shell and Esso

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Fuel operators: We might have to shut down

FUEL operators yesterday warned gas stations may have to shut down if prices do not stabilise soon, insisting they cannot wait months for this crisis to be resolved.

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Pristine waters of Exuma provide backdrop for Texas couple's dream Bahamas wedding

The pristine, aquamarine waters of Exuma in The Bahamas served as the ideal backdrop for the dream wedding of Texan couple, Lauren Gough and Stephen Swangstu.

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