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Ragged Island set for renewable energy investment
CABINET has approved the investment in renewable energy for storm-ravaged Ragged Island, according to Minister of Public Works Desmond Bannister, who said on Friday repairs are underway.
Long Island fire 'perilously close to homes'
AUTHORITIES and residents were struggling to extinguish a large fire in Long Island that was said to be raging perilously close to nearby homes on Friday.
Minnis says Butler-Turner has party’s 2017 support
FREE National Movement Leader Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday said Long Island MP Loretta Butler-Turner “definitely” has his support as the party’s 2017 general election candidate amid speculation that Fort Charlotte MP Dr Andre Rollins was on that island this weekend reportedly to court party supporters.
One Bahamas... where?
By Rev Canon S Sebastian Campbell
DPM wants Long Island airport opening this term
The deputy prime minister yesterday said he “fully expects to cut the ribbon” for the opening of Long Island’s new international airport before the Davis administration’s term in office ends in 2026.
‘About time’ cruise lines private islands face VAT
BAHAMIAN tour operators yesterday asserted it is “only fair” that VAT be levied on the goods and services bought by passengers on the cruise lines’ private islands, adding: “It’s about time.”
MP pushes for bank shared service hubs
Long Island's MP yesterday urged Bahamian commercial banks to created shared services hubs that will cater to multiple Family Islands rather than abandon these locations completely.
INSIGHTS: Mayaguana’s ‘blank slate’ for investment
Mayaguana remains one of the most pristine and untouched islands in the Bahamas. Yet the island – home to beautiful beaches, unique wildlife and world-class fishing – has never fully reached its development potential.
Independence, the way forward
More than 40 years ago, the national flag carrier, Bahamas Airways, transported students and teachers from schools in New Providence on day trips to a number of Out Islands. Bravo! Super idea, exposing “city slickers” to the reality of life within th
Harbour Island residents and tourists criticise BPL
RESIDENTS and tourists in Harbour Island over the Christmas break on Friday criticised Bahamas Power and Light for the lack of communication regarding the recent power outages they say have ruined their holiday.
Cat Island sailing community pays its respects to Sir Godfrey Kelly
TRIBUTES have been paid to Sir Godfrey Kelly from the sailing community, with the president of Cat Island Sailing Club hailing him as a “giant of a man”.
No ‘one-size fits all’ for enterprises act
The introduction of the Commercial Enterprises Bill faced heavy scrutiny from the Bahamian public, who weighed in on how beneficial the legislation would be to Bahamians as opposed to foreign investors.
Crooked Island devastation 'on a Biblical scale'
“Never in my forty-four years of life have I seen such devastation, it is on a Biblical scale…it is a true miracle that no lives were lost, every single person I have met has a testimony that tears, tears…” was the response given by former Senator John Bostwick II to members of The Tribune news team while on site in Crooked Island over the weekend.
Unlocking Eleuthera's rich history and culture
There is no doubting the treasures of Eleuthera and Harbour Island, which are found in their miles of coastline, pink sand beaches, sweet pineapples and unique architecture. While rich in history, the island offers an even greater learning experience
‘Up to 90%’ of BPL staff in Cat Island test positive
THE president of Bahamas Electrical Workers Union has confirmed that up to 90 percent of Bahamas Power and Light staff on Cat Island have tested positive for COVID-19.
Ragged rises from Irma
DESPITE challenges with water supply on Ragged Island, clean up efforts are nearly complete as residents forge ahead in restoring their homes more than a month after Hurricane Irma decimated the small island.
Generation need drives BPL’s first four solar choices
Bahamas Power & Light’s (BPL) chairman yesterday said the four Family Islands targeted to pioneer solar energy’s roll-out were selected because of their “additional generation needs”.
Gov’t urged: Avoid ‘cookie cutter’ over FI airport upgrades
The Government has been urged by a senior Bahamian airline executive to avoid the “cookie cutter” approach to the planned $160 million overhaul of Family Island airports.
Cat Island 'going to get whole hog'
Government officials yesterday pledged that Cat Island is "going to get the whole hog" when it comes to airport, roads and utilities upgrades and investments.
Matthew will hit on Tuesday
AS Hurricane Matthew takes aim at Jamaica and Haiti, emergency management officials in The Bahamas along with other governmental agencies have ramped up preparation efforts as computer models project landfall in the southeast Bahamas by Tuesday.