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By NATARIO McKENZIE

Ex-minister blasts water report as 'frivolous excuse'

A former minister yesterday slammed a report blaming changes to the Blue Hills water plant contract for an increase in ‘red water’ as “a frivolous excuse” for the current government’s failure to address the real problem.

Moody's: 'Rein in' Gov't spend for fiscal success

The Government must “rein in” spending to achieve its fiscal consolidation targets, a Wall Street rating agency warning that Value-Added Tax (VAT) and other revenue reforms would not be enough by themselves.

Pharmacies witness strong flu med sales

SALES of over-the-counter (OTC) cold and flu treatments have been relatively strong for 2013-2014 to-date, pharmacists said yesterday, while adding that the season has not been as bad as in previous years.

Valley Boys win, Fox Hill Congos pay tribute to shooting victims (video)

WITH a vibrant America themed performance, the Valley Boys have captured the title as the winners of the 2014 New Year’s Day Junkanoo Parade.

At last, the Christie government is talking tough

A YEAR and a half ago — a month after the PLP were elected to govern the Bahamas — we wrote the following in this column.

Three accused of murder remanded to prison

THREE men started the New Year in prison after being arraigned in connection with two separate murders in 2013, one that occurred at a “Bring the Peace Back in Bain Town” party when seven persons were hospitalised in the shooting.

Mitchell seeks zero tolerance to crime

FOX Hill MP Fred Mitchell has welcomed the government’s new crime initiatives as the right approach following the mass shooting in his constituency.

Corporation 'agreed' to water quality drop

Consolidated Water allegedly gained “significant” financial benefits after a change to its Blue Hills water plant contract, which was agreed by the Water & Sewerage Corporation, allowed it to supply poorer quality water.

Two receive international scout training

pics in website daily as scouts

$50,000 report urges WSC to close contract loophole

TWO foreign consultants hired to conduct a forensic audit of Nassau’s “rusty water woes” at a cost of $50,000 have issued their report to government.

BORCO stages oil response training

The Bahamas Oil Refining Company (BORCO) has held its second annual Oil Spill Response training seminar in Grand Bahama.

Tributes paid to 'King' Eric Gibson

“KING” Eric Gibson was one of the sailing and entertainment communities’ “most influential ambassadors and brightest stars,” said PLP chairman Bradley Roberts.

90th birthday celebrated

MIAMI, Florida – Relatives and fellow church members joined Helen Fisher-Roberts in celebrating her 90th birthday during a lunch and party held at Renaissance at the Gables.

Heart Foundation makes year end plea for support

IN THE midst of holiday fun, cheer and celebration a local charity is asking people to remember to give the gift of life by making a donation.

CASH: What is government's relationship with Genting?

FNM Chairman Darron Cash has demanded that the Christie government set the record straight as to its relationship with The Genting Group, developers of Bimini.

Street Legends MVP Grandison awarded $12,000 scholarship

THE Street Legends Organisation embarked on new territory this weekend when they hosted their first inter-school event, the “Private vs Government Schools Scholarship Quest.”

Bradley Roberts looks ahead to more prosperous year

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Honoured for bringing 40 years of joy as Santa

AFTER 40 years of playing Santa Claus, Robin Brownrigg was honoured for bringing joy into the lives of children this Christmas.

Visa-free travel deal with China 'tremendous'

VISA-free travel between China and the Bahamas was hailed as a “tremendous” step towards reducing the country’s dependency on North American markets as officials signed a mutual agreement yesterday.

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