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Department store in Freeport to close after 50 years
PARK and Shop is closing after nearly 50 years. Many persons flocked to the department store in downtown Freeport on Monday for its big closeout sale.The closure comes amidst continuing economic hardship on the island that has affected many business
Govt under fire over response to grounded barge
THE Minnis administration is again facing criticism from environmental groups angered by it's "disgraceful" response to the grounding and partial submersion of a supplies barge transporting, among other things, a large quantity of diesel fuel in Long Island.
EDITORIAL: Voters' indifference - no more MPs needed
WE agree with former National Security Minister Tommy Turnquest that it is a “waste of time” — and we might add money — for the Boundaries Commission at this late date to consider increasing the constituencies for the 2017 general election.
Govt targets $90m cruise passenger spending boost
The Government is targeting a near-28 per cent increase in cruise passenger spending yields to generate an extra $90 million in annual tourism revenue, a Cabinet Minister said yesterday.
Cigarette Company to employ 25-30 Grand Bahamians
DEPUTY Prime Minister K Peter Turnquest has hailed operations associated with the Wind River Tobacco Company, which will employ 25-30 Grand Bahamians in the coming months, as the start of a potential rebound for the island’s economy.In an interview o
Grand Bahama residents told to evacuate the coastline
GRAND Bahama will be “significantly impacted” by Hurricane Irma, and residents are being urged to evacuate all coastal and low-lying areas prone to flooding.
Electricity and water restoration by end of week in Grand Bahama
THE process for the restoration of utilities, as well as certain infrastructure in Grand Bahama in the wake of Hurricane Irma has started.
Delight for Abaco taxi drivers as they are given some new cars
TEN Abaco taxi drivers will now have a chance to restart their livelihood on the storm-damaged island after being presented with new vehicles from an international nonprofit organisation. One of them is Vernon Russell. Having been a taxi driver on
Exuma set for critical infrastructure upgrade
Exuma’s crumbling roads are on track for a much-needed upgrade after aging beyond their 15-year useful life span.David Cox, the Ministry of Works’ senior engineer for the Family Islands, said the condition of the island’s roads ranged from fair to po
Baker's Bay hit as 25 more cases confirmed
THE Ministry of Health confirmed 25 additional COVID-19 cases yesterday, including the first four cases for the Berry Islands, bringing the nation’s total to 219. The are seven new cases in New Providence, 12 new cases in Grand Bahama and two new ca
Sebas hails increased Gaming Board powers
Island Luck’s principal last night hailed the Gaming Board’s enhanced regulatory powers as “great for the industry as a whole”, although he described the patron winnings tax as “a wild card”.Sebas Bastian told Tribune Business that the web shop indus
Bahamas growing $300m ‘natural fit’
The Bahamas last week sought to grow a $300m private aviation market that was described as a “natural fit” by heavily promoting the jurisdiction at a major Florida show.
EDITORIAL: How about a living wage, not just a minimum wage?
There was a very quick retreat yesterday from Finance Minister Peter Turnquest after the subject of a possible rise in the minimum wage was broached.
Ministry 'working to address teacher shortage in Abaco'
STATE Education Minister Zane Lightbourne says his ministry is working to address a teacher shortage in Abaco as industrial action continued on the island regarding the issue on Friday.
A slice of luxury and heritage to take home
Catherine Gagnon is on a mission to beautify homes of Bahamians with luxurious locally made décor pieces.
Attorney 'stranglehold' blocks land development
Land development in the Bahamas is being impeded by an attorney-imposed “stranglehold”, the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation’s (BCCEC) chairman yesterday adding his voice to those calling for a formal property title system.
Deputy PM apologises for dirt
EDITOR, The Tribune
Airline mulls Cat Island stop over 'horrible runway'
Sky Bahamas yesterday warned it may soon suspend flights to Cat Island because of “horrible” runway conditions, its chief executive again accusing the Government of failing to support Bahamian-owned airlines.
BLTA 'Play and Stay' programme to hit Harbour Island
IN October, the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association launched its version of the ITF’s “Play and Stay” programme in the capital. Now, the organisation will formally expand to the family islands.
Trash talk and national pride
Armed with a camera and access to social media, local community advocate Deran Thompson has made a name for himself with the focus he brought to the nastiness with which we cohabit here on New Providence.