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Thanks for allowing me this space in your newspaper, I read an article (Letters, May 10) and was totally flabbergasted as to the title “the government boots on the necks of the GBPA and the Grand Bahamian people”. My intentions are every time there is an article in your or any publication highlighting the good of the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) and its groups of companies, it’s published, if someone has another view it’s not.

GB Deck the Roundabout 50th Independence competition announced with $20K in prizes

GRAND Bahamians are encouraged to demonstrate their pride and patriotism by decorating businesses, homes - and, yes, roundabouts for the 50th Independence anniversary celebrations.

Felix Neely Jr national cycling champion

AFTER two days of inclement weather, Felix Neely Jr was crowned the national male cycling champion at the 50th Independence National Road Cycling Championships in Grand Bahama.

Mitchell and GBPA spar over investments

IN response to Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis’ criticisms that the Hawksbill Creek Agreement model does not work, the Grand Bahama Port Authority said Freeport’s economy is showing signs of recovery with more than $1.5 billion in foreign direct investments well underway.

BAAA Age Group Trials, Kids’ Athletics combine hailed a success

THE Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations hosted a successful combined Age Group Trials and Kids Athletics Championships over the weekend at the original Thomas A Robinson national stadium.

Grand Bahama Port Authority: Decisive action required to continue to achieve promise of Hawksbill Creek Agreement

IN response to Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis’ criticisms that the Hawksbill Creek Agreement model does not work, the Grand Bahama Port Authority said Freeport’s economy is showing signs of recovery with more than $1.5 billion in foreign direct investments well underway.

Port Authority announces storm readiness plan ahead of upcoming hurricane season

As June 1 marks the beginning of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, the Grand Bahama Port Authority Ltd has announced the completion of its storm readiness plan to mitigate against any storm event.

Police report over $100K in credit card fraud on Grand Bahama as cyber crime increases

Grand Bahama Police are investigating over $100,000 in reported credit card fraud on the island, according to Assistant Commissioner of Police BK Bonamy Jr.

Grand Bahama residents concerned about naked vagrant in neighbourhood

CONCERNED residents of a Grand Bahama community complained to the island’s new top police officer about a man who roams naked, rummaging through their garbage bins.

Equestrians celebrate in grand style at End of Year Awards event

IT was a festive atmosphere at Balmoral House this weekend as equestrian athletes, trainers and federation officials gathered with friends and family to celebrate the end of the 2022-2023 competition year, which featured strong performances at home as well as successes in regional and international competitions.

Sir Franklyn's developer in $7.5m battle with MIT chair

Sir Franklyn Wilson's Eleuthera Properties is locked in a legal battle with Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) chairman emeritus over the latter's bid to exit his $7.5m investment in the Bahamian developer.

RCI unveils consultation over beach resort plan

ROYAL Caribbean International has released its first public consultation report for the Royal Beach Club at Paradise Island - answering questions on issues such as wastewater treatment.

Beware of Greeks bearing gifts

IT is an age old quote that has vibrated through history for almost as long as civilisations have been around.

Two Americans, Cuban national arrested after alleged cocaine find in Bimini

Two Americans and a Cuban national were arrested in Bimini after they were allegedly found in possession of suspected cocaine on Sunday.

Portuguese nationals in the country illegally found at Grand Bahama hotel

TEN Portuguese nationals who were in the country illegally were discovered at a local hotel on Thursday in Grand Bahama, where there has been an upsurge this week in the apprehension of illegal immigrants.

Heroic Concrete and Concrete Products breaks ground on $6.4m plant in GB

A new $6.4m concrete manufacturing plant, the first to be operated by a Grand Bahama woman, will be fully operational by January 1, 2024.

Foundation to support Public Hospitals Authority created in USA and Bahamas

A Public Hospitals Authority foundation has been established in The Bahamas, and also in the United States.

Pit bull part of attack on woman not found

A pit bull that mauled a woman in Grand Bahama months ago still has not been found by local Animal Control authorities.

GBPA signs $600k road contracts with three Grand Bahama companies

THE Grand Bahama Port Authority has signed about $600,000 in contracts with three local companies for road works in Freeport.

Who does lie?

I was shocked to read that a “Christian” pastor used a national ecumenical service to try and derail the move to criminalise marital rape.

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