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Bahamas urged: Go for aircraft registry 'flag of excellence'

An attorney yesterday said the Bahamas’ should establish an aviation registry “flag of excellence” mirroring the reputation of its maritime industry, adding that he was waiting on the Government for the ‘green light’ to proceed with the initiative.

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Five in court accused of being gang members

AMID tight security, cordoned off streets and in the presence of armed police, five men who denied being members of a gang when arraigned in Magistrate’s Court yesterday face up to 20 years in prison if convicted of the criminal offence.

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Tears for patriotic boy CJ

Carlton Dwayne “CJ” Cartwright Jr, 11, was laid to rest in Long Island on Saturday as family, friends and well-wishers from the community gathered to say goodbye to the young boy for the last time.

Aircraft registry can ‘parallel’ civil aviation reforms

The Government was yesterday urged by an aviation law specialist to develop a Bahamian international aircraft registry “in parallel” to its overhaul of the local industry’s regulatory oversight regime.

‘Bring relief to people over high gas prices’

FREE National Movement deputy leader Shanendon Cartwright has urged the government to bring relief to Bahamians who are struggling with high gas prices.

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Man in tears as he is cleared of kidnapping and robbing student

A MAN cried audibly from a Supreme Court holding dock after being unanimously acquitted of the armed robbery and kidnapping of a local college student six years ago. Ekron Taylor lowered his head and sobbed as a nine member jury returned unanimous n

MP makes tearful tribute to Moxey

ST BARNABAS Member of Parliament Shanendon Cartwright was brought to tears yesterday as he said politics should never diminish humanity or the contribution of any Bahamian to society.He was speaking of the legacy and victimisation of deceased politic

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Woman must repay $922 stolen from employer

A WOMAN was ordered to repay her former employer yesterday after admitting to stealing $922 from a gaming house in Long Island last year.

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No ‘willful wrongdoing’ says Cartwright

SHANENDON Cartwright has said that as former chairman of the Bahamas Public Parks and Public Beaches Authority, he took directives “from higher authorities” while denying that he ever took part in any willful wrongdoing.

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Spencer earns Sunfish title

SPENCER Cartwright, the current and four-time national champion in the Optimist Dinghy class, won the Bahamas Junior Sunfish National Championship for the first time as the Nassau Yacht Club hosted the annual event over the weekend.

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'I will be de-committing from Indiana University'

BAHAMIAN high school gridiron star Michael Cartwright re-entered the recruitment cycle and is once again one of the most highly sought after offensive lineman prospects in the state of Florida.Cartwright de-committed from the University of Indiana Ho

Aviation specialist to address Aruba seminar

A Bahamian aviation attorney has been invited by Aruba’s Aircraft Registry to speak at the 2013 Aeropodium offshore aircraft conference. The conference is expected to attract top experts in private and corporate jet aircraft-related arenas.

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Young sailor Craig Ferguson brings home the gold

MINISTER of Youth, Sports and Culture Mario Bowleg met 13-year-old youth sailing champion Craig Ferguson upon his return home.

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Bahamian attorney to attend Malta summit

For the fourth time in less than a year, a Bahamian attorney will attend a major international aviation conference with the goal of leaving home with a brief case and returning with new information and industry relationships.

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Dynamic duo set to represent Seminoles in championships

KERRIE Cartwright and her room-mate Daneika Borthwick will have the distinction of representing the Florida State Seminoles in the doubles competition at the 2014 NCAA Division I Women’s Tennis Championships.

Cartwright, Wilson and Kemp earn first team All-America Honours

DENISHA Cartwright, Jahmaal Wilson and Shyrone Kemp earned First Team All-America Honours at the NCAA Division II Outdoor Track and Field Championships.

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Bahamians to play for Great Britain

Although their paths have not crossed yet as the two pioneers for the Bahamas in professional baseball, Albert Cartwright and Antoan Richardson will come together and display their talents together as members of Great Britain’s team at the World Baseball Classic.

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Bahamas prevails with 2-1 decision over Costa Rica

Top seeds Kerrie Cartwright and Sydney Clarke prevailed in straight sets in their singles matches to offset the loss by Elana Mackey and Sierra Donaldson in doubles as the Bahamas pulled off a 2-1 decision over Costa Rica.

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Russell opts not to travel with Billie Jean Cup team

VETERAN tennis player Larikah Russell has opted not to travel with the Billie Jean Cup team next month in Panama because of her difference in role on Team Bahamas.

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Men wanted for murder

THE Royal Bahamas Police Force last night issued an appeal to the public for help in finding four men who are wanted for murder.