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IDB: Gov’t estimates Sandy costs at $703m
The Government has estimated that Hurricane Sandy caused $702.8 million worth of damage when it struck the Bahamas last October, although one former finance minister said the figure seemed “extremely high”.
Victory for Red Stripe
Victory for Red Stripe WINNERS: Red Stripe crew celebrate after winning the Prime Minister's Cup race in Class A yesterday. The 59th National Family Island Regatta got underway in picturesque Elizabeth Harbour, Georgetown, Exuma.
Vacation rentals drive Eleuthera’s economy
The vacation rental business is the largest driver of Eleuthera’s economy, with the island’s Chamber of Commerce president estimating that 70 per cent of visitors come from the North American market.
‘Tiger’ Finlayson’s wife wins $280,000 condo
A $280,000 condominium in the new Venetian West community - the grand prize in a three-month promotion run by BTC, Island Luck and Brickell Management - has been won by Lady Rowena Finlayson, wife of businessman Sir Garet ‘Tiger’ Finlayson.
FNM Deputy backs decision to delay VAT on bridge toll fees
THE decision by the Bridge Authority to delay the introduction of Value Added Tax on toll fees at the Sidney Poitier Bridge to Paradise Island was today endorsed by Free National Movement Deputy Leader K Peter Turnquest.
Dr Minnis gets a warm welcome in Grand Bahama
FNM 2014 convention delegates, including meritorious council members and supporters on the island of Grand Bahama, turned out in large numbers to greet party Leader Dr Hubert A Minnis during a one day visit to that island on Saturday.
HURRICANE GONZALO LATEST
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Gonzalo churned up heavy surf across much of the Caribbean on Tuesday.
Judo team off to Rhode Island
A BAHAMIAN national team consisting of seven athletes and a coach are competing this weekend at the Ocean State International Judo tournament in Rhode Island.
US Embassy on relationship strengthening tour visiting Family Islands
THIS week, October 10-13, US Embassy Nassau launches its journey beyond Nassau to further strengthen the US relationship with Bahamians across the archipelago. The US Embassy’s first stop on #JusRoad242 tour is Grand Bahama, followed by visits to Bimini, Abaco, Exuma, and Long Island.
Church back in top shape after Hurricane Irene
LONG ISLANDERS are still talking about the recent Feast of Title celebration for the Holy Saviour Anglican Church, as it was the first time this historical edifice held its “Feast of Title,” since the short closure due to Hurricane Irene last year.
Cirrus aircraft at Eleuthera fly-in
FORT LAUDERDALE – Twenty-seven Cirrus aircraft – the largest number of airplanes ever to be received as a group at The White Crown airstrip – touched down in North Eleuthera for their annual Bahamas Fly In.
Eleuthera Junior Baseball League RESULTS
Eleuthera Junior Baseball League RESULTS THE Eleuthera Junior Baseball League continued its regular season in Spanish Wells over the weekend. * Here's a look at the results: Minor Division (Green Castle) Scotiabank Dragons def. (Harbour Island) Brilan
Eleuthera Junior Baseball League RESULTS
Eleuthera Junior Baseball League RESULTS THE Eleuthera Junior Baseball League continued its regular season in Spanish Wells over the weekend. * Here's a look at the results: Minor Division (Green Castle) Scotiabank Dragons def. (Harbour Island) Brilan
Nassau and PI resorts enjoying Thanksgiving ‘record occupancy’
The Nassau/Paradise Island Promotion Board’s (NPIPB) chief executive yesterday said its resort members are reporting “record occupancy” for the Thanksgiving holiday period.
Goombay Summer Festival returns
AFTER a decade-plus hiatus, the Goombay Summer Festival is returning to New Providence.
Where the sea meets the facts
Many Bahamians make the mistake of getting their “facts” from bloggers, Youtube videos and other social media!
Central Bank announces 'temporary relaxation' of lending guidelines to domestic banks
THE CENTRAL Bank yesterday announced the temporary relaxation of lending guidelines to domestic banks to facilitate access to credit by households and businesses on islands ravaged by Hurricane Dorian.
Website relaunch to boost tourism
The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation has relaunched its Bahamas.com website in a bid to improve the ease with which tourists can plan and book their vacation in a COVID-19 environment.
UPDATED: No tsunamis after Caribbean earthquake
One of the strongest earthquakes to hit the Caribbean in modern times struck off the coast of Honduras on Tuesday night, shaking the mainland and setting off tsunami warnings that were canceled about an hour later.