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Central Bank says 'healthy growth' to resume from 2021
The Central Bank yesterday forecast that The Bahamas will “resume healthy economic growth” in 2021 following a potential Dorian-induced contraction next year as rebuilding gathers pace.The banking and monetary policy regulator, unveiling a much-chang
Long Island officers accused of assault
A 25-YEAR-OLD Cat Island local government official has alleged he was beaten by police and denied medical treatment in Long Island.
Dorian swayed Abaco vote
LOW voter turnout and the “poor” handling of Hurricane Dorian were chief among the reasons why the Free National Movement was rejected at the polls by Abaco residents, who are now calling for the Davis-led administration to live up to its promises where the previous administration had failed.
Bahamas’ $35m airport funding IDB’s worst loan
A Cabinet minister yesterday revealed that the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has branded $35m provided to The Bahamas as its “worst performing loan in the region”.
More Caribbean growth now on insurer’s ‘radar’
A Bahamian insurer says “there is something on our radar” for further Caribbean expansion as it bids to cut its reliance on this nation to just 55-60 percent of its annual business activity.
More money planned to buy ambulances
HEALTH Minister Dr Duane Sands said yesterday there are plans to request money for more ambulances when his ministry submits its financial needs to the government for consideration in the new budget.
Schools stay closed as officials assess damage
PUBLIC schools in the northwest Bahamas will remain closed for the reminder of the week, with officials aiming to reassess repair efforts by Friday to decide a suitable return date for students.
Alert raised over land disputes
The London-based Privy Council has reiterated concerns that the Bahamas’ Quieting Titles Act can be used to steal land, saying it was “no accident” that it has heard numerous title disputes from this nation.
‘Land theft’ concerns on Quieting Titles Act
The London-based Privy Council has reiterated concerns that the Bahamas’ Quieting Titles Act can be used to steal land, saying it was “no accident” that it has heard numerous title disputes from this nation.
Hotels: VAT may 'dwindle' key market share to 19%
Bahamian hotels have warned that their market share in a key visitor demographic could “dwindle to less than 19 per cent” were the initial Value-Added Tax (VAT) proposal to be implemented, Tribune Business can reveal.
Aviation taxes 'close door' on Out Islands
A Bahamian airline chief has warned the Government its new aviation taxes are “closing the door” to Family Island economic development, with the sector now watching “with bated breath” to see if it reverses course.
'HBCUX Classic' to feature weekend of football, battle of the bands
By RENALDO DORSETT
Rising floodwaters trap residents in southern Bahamas islands
DOZENS of residents in the southern Bahamas are trapped inside their homes as floodwaters continue to rise during the slow but extremely dangerous passage of Hurricane Joaquin.
Who will emerge flag football champions?
American football will grab headlines this weekend for what happens on the field as some of the best teams in the country vie for flag football supremacy.
Grand Bahama schools back for Hugh Campbell tournament
AFTER they opted not to compete last year, all of the schools from Grand Bahama will be back to participate in the 33rd Hugh Campbell Basketball Tournament next week.
St Christopher's in Rum Cay celebrates its rededication
THE excitement of the recent rededication of St Christopher’s Anglican Church in Port Nelson, Rum Cay, will linger in the hearts and minds of many, and not only residents, but in the minds of the Diocesan Bishop Laish Boyd and Joann Boyd as well.
The chaos at the count
Tribune reporter Ricardo Wells was assigned to cover the announcement of referendum results on Tuesday night. This is his account of the chaos that unfolded.
NEMA: Get ready for 'peak season for storms'
THE National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has cautioned the public to "remain in a state of readiness" heading into the peak of this year's Atlantic hurricane season, with international weather agencies warning that this could be the "most active" season in almost five years.
Miller: Unions preventing quality utility supplies
TALL Pines MP Leslie Miller yesterday said union demands have “priced the government out of the business” of supplying quality utility services throughout The Bahamas.
GB to Abaco power cable ‘fraught with complications’
Grand Bahama Power Company’s top executive says running an electricity cable to Abaco is “fraught with complications” and remains a “longer-term opportunity” it plans to explore.