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Fleet of new vehicles for Ministry of Public Works
WORKS Minister Desmond Bannister spoke on the sidelines of the presentation of keys for a fleet of new vehicles - valued at $1.6m - to various departments at the Ministry of Public Works, including the family islands.
NEMA urges preparedness for hurricane season
THE National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Friday urged Bahamians to be aware of their level of preparedness as international forecasters officially announced projections for the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season.
'Conchservation' now the watchword for us
AGRICULTURE and Marine Resources Minister Michael Pintard said yesterday his ministry is actively engaging with stakeholders throughout the Bahamas on the matter of “conch-servation”, saying his ministry is “absolutely convinced” that conch is under threat.
Exuma, Abaco still blighted by power cuts
EXUMA and Ragged Island MP Chester Cooper has called the frequent power outages affecting Exuma, an “untenable” situation that is frustrating both residents and visitors.
Ferreira: No dredging in Bimini, just a clean-up
ENVIRONMENT and Housing Minister Romauld Ferreira yesterday dismissed concerns over several photos being circulated on social media allegedly depicting the dredging of beaches in Bimini as a misinterpreted clean-up exercise on the island.
Minnis says FNM will ‘fix’ BAMSI rather than close down facility
FREE National Movement (FNM) Leader Dr Hubert Minnis last night said his vision for agriculture is “broad” while pledging to “fix” the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) despite speculation from the governing Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) that a FNM led government would close down the agriculture based facility.
Abaco bears brunt of power blackouts
ABACO residents, fed up with having to contend with frequent power cuts, have in some cases been without electricity for more than 24 hours at a time over the past several weeks.When contacted for comment, Bahamas Electrical Workers Union (BEWU) Pres
YESI joins with 'largest youth soccer club in world'
YOUTH Empowerment through Sports International (YESI) has joined forces with Rush Soccer, “the largest youth soccer club in the world,” to enhance the passion for soccer in the country and throughout the Caribbean.
CONCACAF: Bahamas enjoys 8-0 win
AFTER a pair of defeats to open tournament play in regional competition on the soccer pitch, the Bahamas finally scored its first victory at an inaugural CONCACAF event.
Exuma 'is treated like a stepchild' by government
THE government treats Exuma “like a stepchild” according to Phenton Neymour, former FNM candidate for the island.
Bimini group joins forces with Save the Bays
ENVIRONMENTAL group Save The Bays has announced a new partner.
Venture fund undaunted by Out Islands' 67% fail
THE Government-sponsored venture capital fund is targeting a three-year strategic plan.
Long Island Regatta time again
WHEN the 47th Long Island Regatta takes place in the newly refurbished regatta site in Salt Pond, the Bahamian Brewery will be back to continue their promotion of the ‘Man in the Boat’ Sculling Championships, while sponsoring the E Class competition.
Women's national basketball team lose opener to USVI
By BRENT STUBBS
YOUR SAY: Local government . . . at best, inadequate
“An informed citizen is one who participates fully, understanding that democracy is not only the time spent in a polling booth every five years, but rather, democracy is the active participation of that same citizen in the day to day affairs of his country.” Warren J Levarity – 1967
Airlines: We'd be better grounded
Bahamian airlines yesterday suggested they may be better off remaining grounded with COVID-19 restrictions transforming the return of inter-island travel into "a loss leader".
On the Virtues of Strong Island Rope: Toward A Truly Bahamian Climate Change Policy
AS Bahamians debate, in a disappointing but not-so-unexpected xenophobic fashion, the virtue of inviting those who have suffered tremendous loss during the string of hurricanes that ravaged our Caribbean neighbours, I would like us to pause and think
ONE ELEUTHERA FOUNDATION – Educational tourism: A sustainable and transformative niche
In an era where travel is increasingly driven by unique experiences and personal enrichment, niche tourism, particularly Educational Tourism, is emerging as a transformative force not only for travelers but also for small local economies and social development.
YOUNG MAN'S VIEW: Sub-standard airports and no strategic plan
IN the wake of the tragic mishap at the airport in Mayaguana, one has come to discover that the Bahamas has a lax aviation regime which—but for conscious pilots and operators—could have resulted in far more aircraft-related accidents/crashes across the archipelago.
Commonwealth Bank gives $50,000
COMMONWEALTH Bank has announced a $50,000 donation to the Bahamas Red Cross to assist with relief efforts in those Family Islands affected by Hurricane Joaquin.