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Bahamas places bid to host IAAF World Relays in 2014

The official bid has been placed and now the Bahamas will await the decision from the international governing body for track and field as i

Swift Justice scheme to be a key part of crackdown on crime

THE reimplementation of Swift Justice is a significant plank in the government's "Safe Bahamas" anti-crime plan, Attorney General Allyson Maynard-Gibson said.

Severe weather not an indicator

THE Bahamas Meteorological Department is predicting a below average hurricane season this year, with two storms reaching category three strength or higher.

Ingraham quits politics

IN an emotional address to the nation last night, former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham conceded defeat to the PLP and resigned as the head of the Free National Movement.

Minnis named to lead FNM

BAHAMIANS awarded contracts by the former government have had their agreements terminated by the new PLP-led administration, according to Opposition Leader-elect Hubert Minnis.

Ingraham warns over 'lavish' PLP promises

FORMER Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham said the PLP is making “lavish” promises to gain votes in North Abaco.

Hurricane shelters made ready

HURRICANE shelters across the country were being made ready as of 7am as Hurricane Sandy ploughed its course into The Bahamas.

BAHAMAS 2ND WITH 41 MEDALS: Nine gold, 12 silver and 20 bronze

As the curtain came down on Team Bahamas’ hosting of the Oaktree Medical Center’s 50th CARIFTA Games at the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium on Monday night, Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Mario Bowleg was delighted to welcome home the five-peat CARIFTA swimming team.

Sebas acquires former Citibank site near UOB

THE FORMER Citibank property on University Drive has been renamed in honour of the father of its new owner - Island Luck chief, Sebas Bastian.

Parties pledge to tackle foreclosures

By CELESTE NIXON Tribune Staff Reporter cnixon@tribunemedia.net ALL three political parties have pledged to address the worrying rate of home foreclosures over the past several years. Over the weekend Progressive L

PM: You must pick a leader

PRIME Minister Hubert Ingraham last night reminded Bahamians that while they are voting for individual representatives, they are ultimately choosing a party and leader to guide the country for the next five years.

Independent challenges his bamboo town rivals to debate

NDEPENDENT Bamboo Town candidate Craig Butler has challenged his opponents to a public debate to determine who is best fit to represent the constituency. Mr B

The audacity of greed

EDITOR, The Tribune. Did my eyes deceive me or did I really see the headline "PLP Hopeful Backs Oil Exploration" in Thursday's paper? Does Leslie Miller really think we have forgotten about his dubious trail of misdeeds when it comes to energy in The Bah

Roadwork-hit businesses 'need more time'

Roadwork-hit businesses 'need more time' By CELESTE NIXON Tribune Staff Reporter cnixon@tribunemedia.net ONE week is not a practical amount of time for businesses to collect information and documentation to assess the damage caused by the road improveme