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CoronavirusAugust 6, 2020 at 5:53 pm Ava Turnquest

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GB UPDATE: No downward trend yet, lockdown extended

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Health officials today advised that a downward trend in COVID-19 cases has not yet been established on Grand Bahama, forcing an extension of the island’s lockdown. Dr Frank Bartlett, coordinator of the Grand Bahama Health Services COVID-19 Task Force, provided an update on island at a press conference today. Bartlett said challenges […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Health officials today advised that a downward trend in COVID-19 cases has not yet been established on... read more »

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Former Senator, FNM Chairman Johnley Ferguson dies in hospital

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former Senator and Free National Movement Chairman Johnley Ferguson died in hospital this morning. He was 69. Ferguson was described as a “steadfast Bahamian” in a statement released by Bahamas Information Services today. He was born in Snug Corner, Acklins, on November 12, 1950 to Earnest and Ellamae Ferguson. “He received his […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former Senator and Free National Movement Chairman Johnley Ferguson died in hospital this morning. He was 69.... read more »

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CoronavirusAugust 6, 2020 at 4:13 pm Ava Turnquest

Coronavirus

Dept. of Immigration issues clarification on COVID cases

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Immigration Director Clarence Russell clarified today that only six Immigration officers have tested positive for COVID-19 to date. Minister of Financial Services, Trade & Industry and Immigration Elsworth Johnson reported there were 30 confirmed cases; however, Russell explained the minister was referring to officers who had been quarantined. Russell said the department […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Immigration Director Clarence Russell clarified today that only six Immigration officers have tested positive for COVID-19 to... read more »

August 6, 2020 at 4:13 pm | Ava Turnquest

LocalAugust 6, 2020 at 12:49 pm Sloan Smith

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Legendary political activist Effie Walkes dies at 96

Walkes was the “only woman in the room” when Black Tuesday was planned NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Effie Walkes, legendary political activist, “guardian of the legacy of Black Tuesday” and Progressive Liberal Party stalwart, died this morning. She was 96. Walkes played an integral role in planning the events that marked the historical Black Tuesday in […]

Walkes was the “only woman in the room” when Black Tuesday was planned NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Effie Walkes, legendary political... read more »

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UB extends payment deadline for Fall 2020 semester

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The University of The Bahamas has extended its deadline for returning students to pay tuition and fees for the Fall 2020 semester until the end of the week. UB noted the decision was taken after exploring how any adjustments would affect registration for new, first-time, entering students; the availability of course sections; […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The University of The Bahamas has extended its deadline for returning students to pay tuition and fees... read more »

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Police investigating Seabreeze murder, shooting

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Police are investigating the murder of a man parked in front of a residence on Pine Yard Road yesterday afternoon. According to reports, the man was parked in a Honda Edix awaiting the return of his passenger when a burgundy Nissan Cube pulled alongside his vehicle shortly before 3pm. A man reportedly […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Police are investigating the murder of a man parked in front of a residence on Pine Yard... read more »

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LocalAugust 6, 2020 at 3:50 am Sloan Smith

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NP COVID-19 cases surpass GB cases

751 COVID-19 cases NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The number of cases in New Providence has surpassed the number of cases in Grand Bahama as the country sees a significant second surge of coronavirus cases, which began in early July. Health officials confirmed 30 new cases of COVID-19 in New Providence and six new infections on Grand […]

751 COVID-19 cases NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The number of cases in New Providence has surpassed the number of cases in... read more »

August 6, 2020 at 3:50 am | Sloan Smith

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“Thousands” of NIB checks uncollected, says minister

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Public Service Minister Brensil Rolle revealed yesterday that thousands of NIB benefit checks remain uncollected at the National Stadium. In March, the government launched an unemployment benefits program to assist workers impacted by the ongoing global pandemic, which has seen a worldwide spread of a contagious and deadly coronavirus. However, some applicants […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Public Service Minister Brensil Rolle revealed yesterday that thousands of NIB benefit checks remain uncollected at the... read more »

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BusinessAugust 6, 2020 at 3:48 am Natario McKenzie 1

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Lockdown ‘nail in the coffin’ for Bahamian retailers

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The county’s current lockdown will be the ‘nail in the coffin’ for many Bahamian retailers and the jobs that go with them the Bahamas Federation of Retailers (BFR) has warned, noting that companies have already ‘drained any reserves’ they may have had during the first wave of lockdowns. In a statement, the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The county’s current lockdown will be the ‘nail in the coffin’ for many Bahamian retailers and the... read more »

August 6, 2020 at 3:48 am | Natario McKenzie | 1

BusinessAugust 6, 2020 at 3:47 am Natario McKenzie

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Sand Dollar to launch nationwide in October

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The digital Bahamian currency Sand Dollar is expected to be available nationwide in October, according to Central Bank Governor John Rolle. Rolle said there has been significant progress with regards to the Sand Dollar roll-out. “We are doing the work behind the scenes to complete the integration of the infrastructure with the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The digital Bahamian currency Sand Dollar is expected to be available nationwide in October, according to Central... read more »

August 6, 2020 at 3:47 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessAugust 6, 2020 at 3:46 am Natario McKenzie

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COVID-19 deals ‘devastating shock’ to economy

NASSAU, BAHAMAS —The Bahamian economy will need time to recover from the ‘devastating shock’ of COVID-19, according to a top private sector representative. Jeffrey Beckles, the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation’s (BCCEC) chief executive, told Eyewitness News the country must manage its expectations. Beckles said: “A lot of people are anxious in the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS —The Bahamian economy will need time to recover from the ‘devastating shock’ of COVID-19, according to a top... read more »

August 6, 2020 at 3:46 am | Natario McKenzie

Op-edAugust 6, 2020 at 3:25 am Eyewitness News

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Op-Ed: The push to survive – weathering more than one type of storm

By Lazar Delorenzo Charlton As if we didn’t have enough to worry about with this seemingly endless Covid-19 rollercoaster, now we have hurricane season thrown into the mix. Hurricane Isaias was a windy, wet reminder that induced post-Dorian anxieties and highlighted just how important this fighting period is for small businesses. At the onset of […]

By Lazar Delorenzo Charlton As if we didn’t have enough to worry about with this seemingly endless Covid-19 rollercoaster, now... read more »

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BEYOND THE HEADLINES AUGUST 5 2020 PART 2

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IMMIGRATION OFFICERS READY TO TAKE ACTION OVER SAFETY CONCERNS IF NECESSARY

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NEARLY 30 IMMIGRATION OFFICERS TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19

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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION STAFF STAGE SIT-OUT

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PSA: POLICE COMMISSIONER ADDRESSING COVID CONCERNS

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CoronavirusAugust 5, 2020 at 3:43 pm Eyewitness News

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PMH severely challenged by increase in suspected COVID-19 cases

Public urged to utilize the COVID-19 prevention protocols ahead of visit NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) today underscored severe challenges faced by the Princess Margaret Hospital due to the influx of suspected COVID-19 patients to the Accident & Emergency Department (A&E). The authority moved to acknowledge key issues underpinning yesterday’s sick-out of […]

Public urged to utilize the COVID-19 prevention protocols ahead of visit NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) today... read more »

August 5, 2020 at 3:43 pm | Eyewitness News

LocalAugust 5, 2020 at 3:45 am Sloan Smith

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Scores of immigration officers test positive for COVID-19

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Immigration minister Elsworth Johnson yesterday confirmed “no less than 30” Immigration officers have tested positive for COVID-19. Johnson declined further comment when pressed for more details ahead of a Cabinet meeting. Director of Immigration Clarence Russell yesterday confirmed some 29 immigration officers have have had to quarantine during the pandemic. Russell declined […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Immigration minister Elsworth Johnson yesterday confirmed “no less than 30” Immigration officers have tested positive for COVID-19.... read more »

August 5, 2020 at 3:45 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessAugust 5, 2020 at 3:42 am Natario McKenzie

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Central Bank: Economy to shrink up to 20 percent

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Foreign exchange inflows through the banking system fell by over 50 percent during April through June compared to last year, the Central Bank has reported, with the regulator now forecasting that the economy could shrink by 15 to 20 percent this year. Central Bank Governor John Rolle underscored the Bahamian economy “contracted […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Foreign exchange inflows through the banking system fell by over 50 percent during April through June compared... read more »

August 5, 2020 at 3:42 am | Natario McKenzie