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Watson refuses to discuss row with Dorian survivor

PRESS Secretary Clint Watson has refused to respond to controversy surrounding a leaked conversation he allegedly had with a Hurricane Dorian survivor over Hurricane Dorian memorial week.

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‘15 percent rise’ hailed as exam results released

THERE was a 15 percent increase in the number of BGCSE candidates who received a C or higher in five or more subjects this year, according to Director of Education Marcellus Taylor.

Developer’s Abaco project in ‘high eight-figure’ sales

A Nassau-headquartered developer yesterday confirmed it is investing hundreds of millions in Abaco and the surrounding cays via two projects that are progressing “quite well”.

EDITORIAL: Support the survivors of Hurricane Dorian

THERE has been much talk lately of the impact of climate change on the economy – but the very human cost of climate disasters are still with us.

Port row owners in residency woe

The US family battling the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) has cause for further Bahamian frustration - the Government’s failure to process three separate permanent residency applications despite their $41m investment in this nation.

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Boy drowns on Abaco beach

A BOY drowned in Abaco, just days after Minister of Education Glenys Hanna Martin announced that the government would introduce swimming lessons in public schools this year.

Abaco Chamber concern over illegal dwellings

NEARLY three years after Hurricane Dorian decimated Abaco and its surrounding cays, portions of the island continue to be challenged by the proliferation of illegal dwellings and unreliable utilities.

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1,200 more hurricane victims have asked govt for help

AN additional 1,200 hurricane victims have sought assistance from government according to Myles Laroda, Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister.

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FAMILIES STILL DEALING WITH DORIAN

NEARLY three years after the passing of Hurricane Dorian some victims are still trying to regain a sense of normalcy after surviving the monster storm.

Treasure Cay owners ‘hate’ buyer’s new bid

Treasure Cay property owners yesterday said they “hated” the latest development proposal submitted by the project’s potential purchaser, which includes plans for a 350-room hotel and 216-slip marina.

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Contractors chief warns of 60 percent cost rise

THE Bahamian Contractors Association (BCA) says post pandemic inflation has influenced an increase in construction materials by around “60 percent”.

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Cooper: We’re going the right way with agriculture

The Deputy Prime Minister said the country is “moving in the right direction” on sustainable and climate smart agriculture.

30 police officers trained to operate in schools

THIRTY police officers successfully graduated and trained to serve in public schools.

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Athletes not satisfied with Grand Lucayan accommodations have been moved

Minister for Grand Bahama Ginger Moxey said the athletes who were not satisfied with their accommodations at the Grand Lucayan Resort are being accommodated at another property.

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ArawakX: No deep analysis of foot crowdfund success

A Bahamian crowd-funding platform is “still learning the market” on a capital raise that has outpaced the next closest listing by 232 percent with 75 days left in its raise process.

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Support for Defence Force officer’s health fight

ROYAL Bahamas Defence Force Officer Deann Parker-Davis has received an outpouring of love and support recently as she continues her battle for health.

Promises made & kept

It is a common expectation here in The Bahamas and I am sure almost all around the world, that voters are accustomed to politicians and their allies making big and bold promises to them about high browed plans to make their lives better while encouraging the economic and societal advancements of the nation, once elected. This is a sad refrain that has played out in our wonderful nation for successive decades ad nauseum.

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Abaco poultry farm may aim to launch $150k hatchery

An Abaco poultry farm needs just $150,000 to start their own hatchery in efforts to beat supply chain woes.

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Environment specialists sign up to roles at Lighthouse Point

Disney Cruise line (DCL) has recruited more Bahamians to fill positions for its Eleuthera Lighthouse Point project.

The day that Freeport and GB died

At the outset I would like to commend the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) for extending an olive branch to Mr William Del Zotto and his family. Their importance to Grand Bahama cannot be overstated. I am relieved that the principals at the GBPA appreciate the urgency in saving the jobs of 130 Grand Bahamians at a time when employment opportunities are scarce on the island. Gold Rock Concrete could play a pivotal role in the resurgence of the so-called Magic City.