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Contractors chief warns of 60 percent cost rise

THE Bahamian Contractors Association (BCA) says post pandemic inflation has influenced an increase in construction materials by around “60 percent”.

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Slow uptake on child vaccines

HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville has admitted that paediatric doses of the COVID-19 vaccine “are moving a little slower than we expected” with only about 320 to 330 administered so far.

Lyford Cay developer says project fits with community’s vision

A controversial potential Lyford Cay developer hits back at the objections to their 72 unit quartet of nine-storey condominiums in the heart of the gated enclave.

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Cooper: We’re going the right way with agriculture

The Deputy Prime Minister said the country is “moving in the right direction” on sustainable and climate smart agriculture.

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Decision to give Gibson WSC role questioned

FORMER prime minister Hubert Ingraham called into question a decision made by the former Minnis administration to appoint a member of Parliament as chairman of a utility company.

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Call to grant gaming licence to GB this year

DR DANIEL Johnson, executive chairman of the Gaming Board, wants to issue a gaming license by the end of this year in Grand Bahama and a second one by next year.

30 police officers trained to operate in schools

THIRTY police officers successfully graduated and trained to serve in public schools.

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PM: Half our debt direct result of climate effects

FIFTY percent or more of the country’s national debt was found to be connected directly to the consequences of climate change and having to borrow money for recovery, resilience and returning to normal.

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Athletes not satisfied with Grand Lucayan accommodations have been moved

Minister for Grand Bahama Ginger Moxey said the athletes who were not satisfied with their accommodations at the Grand Lucayan Resort are being accommodated at another property.

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Water and Sewerage outlines plans for Long Island

THE Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) has outlined its plans for Long Island following criticism on social media.

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Support for Defence Force officer’s health fight

ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force Officer Deann Parker-Davis has received an outpouring of love and support recently as she continues her battle for health.

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Hopes for economic boost from Grand Bahama event

GRAND Bahama Chamber of Commerce president James Carey hopes that the island will experience an economic boost on the ground this week as hundreds of athletes and visitors pour in for the NACAC Championships.

Three years and still no proper airport

AS Hurricane Dorian’s anniversary looms, Grand Bahama is approaching its third year without a proper airport facility in the nation’s second city.

Promises made & kept

It is a common expectation here in The Bahamas and I am sure almost all around the world, that voters are accustomed to politicians and their allies making big and bold promises to them about high browed plans to make their lives better while encouraging the economic and societal advancements of the nation, once elected. This is a sad refrain that has played out in our wonderful nation for successive decades ad nauseum.

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New online portal launched to help job seekers find work

THE Labour Department yesterday launched a new service on the MyGateway portal for job seekers.

Recall of sweet potatoes remains in effect

THE BAHAMAS Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) says the recall of whole sweet potatoes remains in effect.

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Schools will be ready to open, says Sears

DESPITE the assertion that the government will be unable to complete school repairs before the new academic year begins, Works and Utilities Minister Alfred Sears said he is confident the work will be done on time.

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Climate conference closes

PRIME Minister Phillip “Brave” Davis concluded the Caribbean Regional Heads of Government high-level talks on climate change yesterday at Baha Mar.

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Athletes arrive for NACAC

AS athletes from around the world continue to arrive in Grand Bahama for the NACAC Championships, members of Team Bahamas participated in a motorcade through the City of Freeport on Wednesday.

The day that Freeport and GB died

At the outset I would like to commend the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) for extending an olive branch to Mr William Del Zotto and his family. Their importance to Grand Bahama cannot be overstated. I am relieved that the principals at the GBPA appreciate the urgency in saving the jobs of 130 Grand Bahamians at a time when employment opportunities are scarce on the island. Gold Rock Concrete could play a pivotal role in the resurgence of the so-called Magic City.