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Police road checks net 91 Grand Bahama motorists

GRAND Bahama police have cited 91 people for various traffic violations as a result of road check exercises in the past two days.

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On Da Hook

THE high winds and rough seas of the past few weeks in the Bahamas have hindered many fisherman and frustrated visitors. Some islands experienced high winds and large ocean swells sent by the cold front, Damon, that hit the east coast of the United States and caused damage and temporary closure of the Glass Window Bridge in Eleuthera last week.

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On Da Hook

BOXING Day was not all about celebrating Junkanoo - it was a public holiday and an opportunity for avid fisherman to take advantage of the good weather to hit some of the fishing “hot spots” throughout the Bahamas.

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Ground broken for Lend a Hand Bahamas Centre

THE vision of the Lend A Hand Bahamas Foundation (LAHB) to construct a much-needed community centre in Grant’s Town moved a step closer late last month with a groundbreaking ceremony at the proposed site in Lewis Street.

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On Da Hook

AS WE approach the Yellowfin Tuna season in the Bahamas fishermen are still catching a nice variety of other fish.

Police investigating armed robbery in Freeport

Grand Bahama Police are investigating an armed robbery in the Freeport area that has resulted in a male victim being stabbed and robbed of cash.

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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING UPDATE

The Bahamas Department of Meteorology has re-issued a severe thunderstorm warning from 9:45 am to 11:45 am.

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GBTA tournament winners crowned

THE Grand Bahama Tennis Association (GBTA) hosted a juniors (under 14 and 16) tournament in Freeport, Grand Bahama this weekend.

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Accused of fraud marriage to gain permit

A MAN was granted bail in Magistrate’s Court last week after being accused of attempting a fraud marriage to gain a spousal permit.

URCA meeting on cable prices

A TOWN centre meeting is due to be held tonight to discuss a proposed hike in cable charges.

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Two arrested on high-powered gun find

TWO people were arrested after police found an unlicensed high-powered firearm while executing a search warrant at a residence in the area of the Bel-Air Estates on Monday.

Police search for missing man

FREEPORT - Grand Bahama police are searching for a young man who has been missing for more than a week. David Keith Dean, 21, pictured, left his home in Mayfield Park, Freeport, on Friday, March 9. He has not been seen or heard from since.

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Couple deny trying to take $13,907 out of the country

A BAHAMIAN couple yesterday pleaded not guilty after they were charged in connection with a large sum of money allegedly discovered in their possession at the Lynden Pindling International Airport earlier this week.

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Neighbourhood watch groups on the increase

PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis highlighted the increase in neighbourhood watch groups during an event yesterday at which a campaign associated with the programme was launched.

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Three dead, multiple injuries after two traffic accidents

Three people are dead and there are reports of multiple injuries after two traffic accidents just hours apart.

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62 new cases of COVID-19 and two deaths reported on Saturday

The Ministry of Health reported that there were 62 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases and two deaths on Saturday.

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15 more cases of COVID-19, two deaths under investigation

THE Ministry of Health recorded 15 additional COVID-19 cases yesterday with two more deaths under investigation.

Did we learn from Irma?

The two tracking systems - the US/GFS and the European equivalent are two essential tools to know precisely where a storm is travelling - the potential wind field (speed of the winds) - when it will arrive at any island, etc.

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Emergency teams given new work outfits

ONE hundred t-shirts and 200 work pants have been donated by to the National Emergency Medical Services staff as part of Hurricane Dorian relief efforts. The donation was made by Acute Air Ambulance – Aitheras Aviation and the Cintas Uniform Company.

Event aims to turn hope into action

A MUSIC and art event being held tonight aims to raise funds for hurricane relief - but also to raise awareness of issues of mental health and care for the environment.