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Poultry producer fumes over getting ‘simple things done’

An Abaco-based poultry producer yesterday challenged government assertions that all its services are “up and running”, citing “aggravation” over trying to get “simple things done” on the island.

BTC to resume mobile billings

The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) yesterday said it had made good progress with the restoration of its mobile network in Grand Bahama.Garfield “Garry” Sinclair, BTC’s chief executive, said: “Our crews have made really good progress on rest

PETA donates to animal rescue

THIS week, PETA donated $2,500 to a fundraiser set up by Oakland, California resident Douglas Thron, a cinematographer and animal activist who recently used a drone to locate and rescue an abandoned dog from “mountains of debris” on Abaco in the wake of Hurricane Dorian.

Bahamas: 90% of diving sector withstood Dorian

The Bahamas delivered the message that 90 percent of its dive industry remains operational post-Dorian when the Ministry of Tourism and private firms attended the sector’s largest trade show.

If Minnis wants to expel MPs, he must expel their voters

Re: Dr. Minnis’ legitimacy.

Drug link to fatal shooting

By CELESTE NIXON Tribune Staff Reporter cnixon@tribunemedia.net POLICE are investigating the fatal shooting of an Abaco man, who residents claim may be connected to drug and human trafficking operations. Claude Collins, 44, of Mary Susan Drive, Marsh Har

BTC unveils Marsh Harbour upgrades

The Bahamas Telecommunications Company’s (BTC) latest revamped retail store opened in Marsh Harbour on Saturday.

BTC team hears concerns on Moore's Island

ABACO’S Moore’s Island residents welcomed BTC’s executive team headed by CEO Geoff Houston, who visited to hear customer concerns and offer some good news following the post-Hurricane Sandy restoration work.

BFSB rewards its competition winners

The Bahamas Financial Services Board (BFSB) and Ministry of Education, Science & Technology have hosted the presentations ceremony for the annual Essay Competition, held as part of National Career Awareness Month (NCAM).

Cable Subscribers on Grand Bahama, Abaco and Eleuthera to benefit from free weekend after service disruption

CABLE Bahamas has offered a free weekend of premium services for its Grand Bahama, Abaco and Eleuthera customers after TV services were affected during an upgrade exercise last month.

'Lucrative opportunity' in vacation home rental market

THE vacation home rental market in the Bahamas can be tapped for further growth, according to a local businesswoman who described it as a “lucrative opportunity” and urged the formation of an association to ensure proper rental standards and repeat business.

$2m farm start-up targeting 30 jobs

Investors are planning to inject $2 million in start-up capital into an Abaco-based soybean, corn and dairy cattle farming venture that could create some 30 jobs.

Opposition MP Key praises government

AN FNM member of Parliament yesterday praised the government for its progress and expressed optimism that the Prime Minister was set to leave behind a legacy with the success of the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI).

Curfew time amended

The Emergency Powers Order has been amended by Prime Minister Philip Davis to change the curfew time.

EXODUS: Thousands evacuated as NEMA insists it's doing the best it can

A SPOKESMAN for the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has defended the organisation against criticisms of its response to Hurricane Dorian, insisting that officials are pleased with their efforts so far.

Documentary highlights work of special needs school

A SPECIAL needs school in Abaco has experienced some impact from the world premiere of a documentary film featuring the institution.

None of my business . . .

We have a brand new airport. It is beautiful and will open the door to more tourist dollars if properly directed. But we are told that the government barely has the money to keep its bathrooms stocked with toilet paper. Yet they found $3 million somewhere to build a brand new freight and office building?

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