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Aaron ‘appeared to have been beaten’

A WITNESS testified yesterday he could only see handcuff injuries and tissue around Aaron Rolle’s wrists before he died in a cell at the Southern Police Station in February 2013.

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Man acquitted of sergeant's murder, his brother's appeal dismissed

A man has been acquitted of murdering Sergeant 1475 Wayne Rolle during the course of an armed robbery five years ago - but his brother's appeal was dismissed.

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First Faye Rolle Classic all set for Saturday

AFTER watching the success of their athletes overseas, the Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation will turn its attention to assisting one of their former competitors with an unique bodybuilding and fitness show.The first Faye Rolle Classic, the

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Former police officer loses appeal on fatal shooting

THE Court of Appeal has dismissed the appeal of a former police officer convicted of manslaughter in 2017 after killing a man while on duty.

Attorney loses appeal on ‘forged’ bank drafts

A Bahamian attorney yesterday failed to overturn the rejection of his “gross negligence” claim against Scotiabank (Bahamas) after two “fraudulent” bank drafts left his account overdrawn by $165,000.

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Son of 'Singing Bishop' charged with murder

THE SON of the well known "Singing Bishop" was charged in a Magistrate's Court on Friday in connection with a murder that took place in the Balfour Avenue area earlier this week.

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Commissioner hints at promotions soon

POLICE Commissioner Police Paul Rolle suggested on Friday that police promotions are in the pipeline.

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Case begins over St John's College graduation

ATTORNEYS Christina Galanos and Krystal Rolle began their opening submissions yesterday in the case between the 2013 graduating class of St John’s College and the Anglican Central Education Authority.

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Bail jumper in jail for 12 years

A MAN who jumped bail during his double armed robbery trial is now behind bars for the next 12 years of his life after he turned himself in to police.

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'Great experience' for Georgette Rolle

THE pressure of carrying the Bahamas’ representation on her shoulders was a little too much for Georgette Rolle to handle at the second annual Pure Silk Bahamas LPGA Golf Classic at the Ocean Golf Course on Paradise Island over the weekend.

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Govt closing in on plan to tackle flooding

OFFICIALS are now “finalising” the costing of a multi-million dollar initiative to alleviate the flooding issues in the Pinewood constituency before the project goes out to bid, Pinewood MP Khaalis Rolle said yesterday.

Firms ‘getting VAT a lot more’

Businesses are “getting it a lot more” in terms of how Value-Added Tax (VAT) works, the tax’s Comptroller praising the private sector for “tremendous progress” during the transition period.

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No concerns for new FNM senator

LANISHA Rolle, the Free National Movement’s new Senate pick, said yesterday she is “not concerned” about critics who feel she may not be qualified for the position in the upper chamber.

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Glover-Rolle’s ‘Superwash stimulus programme’ comment starts heated argument with FNM leader

RIVAL politicians sparred during an argument in the House of Assembly yesterday, as FNM leader Michael Pintard interrupted State Minister for Public Service Pia Glover-Rolle to refute allegations she made about the previous administration.

‘Spiking in Paradise’ Volleyball Tourney all set

IN an effort to provide more opportunities for local players to participate in the game, a group of persons have come together to form the Spiking in Paradise Thanksgiving Volleyball Tournament.

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‘Extra staff needed’ to meet disclosure rules

PUBLIC Services State Minister Pia Glover-Rolle said the challenges public officials face meeting financial disclosure requirements highlight the need for investment in additional staff to help officials meet their obligations.

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Davis Cup: Team Bahamas to face Costa Rica today

WITH a day off from competition, captain/coach Marvin Rolle got in some practice with the men’s Davis Cup team of Philip Major Jr, Baker Newman, Justin Lunn and Donte Armbrister.

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GOVT PAY RISES ‘IN TIME FOR HOLIDAYS’: Minister says aim is for salary increases as union hints at action

STATE Public Service Minister Pia Glover-Rolle said yesterday that the government is aiming to roll out proposed salary increases for public servants before the holidays.

Developer beats potholes to bring motorists relief

AN online applications developer is racing to launch an app that could bring relief for unhappy New Providence motorists affected by ongoing pothole woes.Quincy Rolle, president of United Data Technologies, unveiled his Bahamas’ Smart City App six mo

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Officer testifies in Solomon’s theft trial

A POLICE officer testified yesterday in the ongoing trial of a former employee of Solomon’s Fresh Market, who is accused of stealing $342.50 worth of groceries.