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CoronavirusApril 7, 2020 at 3:49 am Sloan Smith

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AG: Govt. goal to open domestic economy in two months

Curfew will be more vigorously enforced NASSAU, BAHAMAS — While the resumption of travel in the comings months may not be possible, Attorney General Carl Bethel yesterday said the end goal is to be able to reopen the country’s domestic economy. “The idea finally is as I said, if we can in two months, two […]

Curfew will be more vigorously enforced NASSAU, BAHAMAS — While the resumption of travel in the comings months may not... read more »

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COVID-19 ‘tremendous’ learning gap: Less than 30 percent of students registered for online platform

Virtual Learning Platform to launch on Cable channel 295 and 296 next Wednesday NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Minister of Education Jeffrey Lloyd said yesterday that the closure of schools due to the global coronavirus pandemic has created a tremendous learning gap in the country. Lloyd revealed that less than 30 percent of students throughout the country have […]

Virtual Learning Platform to launch on Cable channel 295 and 296 next Wednesday NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Minister of Education Jeffrey... read more »

April 7, 2020 at 3:46 am | Sloan Smith

CoronavirusApril 6, 2020 at 6:32 pm Sloan Smith

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Four more COVID-19 cases in NP

Bahamas yet to reach peak of “surge”, says officials NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the country shot up to 33, after health officials confirmed four more cases in New Providence. In a statement today, the Ministry of Health advised that all of the patients had no history of travel. The newly […]

Bahamas yet to reach peak of “surge”, says officials NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the... read more »

April 6, 2020 at 6:32 pm | Sloan Smith

CoronavirusApril 6, 2020 at 3:51 am Sloan Smith

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GB first COVID-19 death was an “entrepreneur, political activist and civic leader”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – As confirmed cases of the coronavirus continued to climb over the weekend, Grand Bahama recorded it’s first COVID-19 related death. Clarence Bartlett, 80, tested positive for the virus on April 2 and died two days later. Eyewitness News understands Bartlett was admitted to hospital after having a stroke. He was a resident […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – As confirmed cases of the coronavirus continued to climb over the weekend, Grand Bahama recorded it’s first... read more »

April 6, 2020 at 3:51 am | Sloan Smith

CoronavirusApril 6, 2020 at 3:45 am Sloan Smith

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Moultrie: Parliament has no COVID-19 contingency plans

At least 10 MPs in at-risk age group for severe cases UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson hospitalized NASSAU, BAHAMAS – There is currently no contingency plan for the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) among parliamentarians, said House Speaker Halson Moultrie, who has categorized the possibility as a “constitutional crisis”. At least 10 members of Parliament are […]

At least 10 MPs in at-risk age group for severe cases UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson hospitalized NASSAU, BAHAMAS –... read more »

April 6, 2020 at 3:45 am | Sloan Smith

CoronavirusApril 6, 2020 at 3:43 am Sloan Smith

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Dr Eneas “fought” COVID-19 virus

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – When Bahamian medical pioneer Dr. Judson Frazier Eneas, 72, was taken to hospital on Saturday night – four days after his coronavirus diagnosis – his wife of nearly 50 years could not go with him. Officials confirmed early Sunday that Eneas became the first physician and the fifth COVID-19 death in the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – When Bahamian medical pioneer Dr. Judson Frazier Eneas, 72, was taken to hospital on Saturday night –... read more »

April 6, 2020 at 3:43 am | Sloan Smith

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EMS workers back to work after COVID-19 safety protest

Health Minister commits to $5,000 honorarium NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A number of National Emergency Medical Services (NEMS) workers staged a sick-out over safety concerns but have since returned to work. In a statement, the Public Hospitals Authority confirmed the essential workers withdrew their services at midnight Friday. NEMS leadership and the Bahamas Public Services Union […]

Health Minister commits to $5,000 honorarium NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A number of National Emergency Medical Services (NEMS) workers staged a... read more »

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WhatsApp line created for COVID19 command center: TEXT 1 242 806-6852

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Police have added a WhatsApp line to its COVID-19 command center after many people were unable able to get through to due to the high volume of calls. In its daily report today, police advised that the WhatsApp number 1 242 806-6852 is only to be used for text messages. The 311 […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Police have added a WhatsApp line to its COVID-19 command center after many people were unable able... read more »

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Samaritan’s Purse still aiding country but no longer managing field hospital in GB

NASSAU, BAHAMS – While several international NGOs have returned to their home country amidst the coronavirus pandemic, the few that remain, including Samaritan’s Purse continue to provide aid post Hurricane Dorian and are assisting with COVID-19 response. In the aftermath of the deadly storm, several international organizations, including Samaritan’s Purse, Humanitarian Aid and Rescue Project […]

NASSAU, BAHAMS – While several international NGOs have returned to their home country amidst the coronavirus pandemic, the few that... read more »

April 3, 2020 at 10:00 am | Sloan Smith

CoronavirusApril 3, 2020 at 5:38 am Sloan Smith

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Wells: No capacity to deal with a massive influx of foreign patients

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – While The Bahamas is able to provide some assistance to flag-ship vessels sequestered at sea during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Transport minister Renward Wells said the country does not have the capacity to take in critically-ill passengers or crew. The swift spread of COVID-19 and the World Health Organization’s classification of a […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – While The Bahamas is able to provide some assistance to flag-ship vessels sequestered at sea during the... read more »

April 3, 2020 at 5:38 am | Sloan Smith

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Fake voice note sends scores to Salvation Army

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Salvation Army’s social assistance program has been temporarily suspended after a fake voice note drove scores of people to its Mackey Street headquarters this morning. A Salvation Army spokesperson told Eyewitness News the voice note claimed the organization was distributing food assistance for unemployed hotel workers. As a result, an influx of […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Salvation Army’s social assistance program has been temporarily suspended after a fake voice note drove scores... read more »

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PM foreshadows generational changes to economy

Minnis signals shift from tourism industry WHO calls for debt relief from World Bank and IMF NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday signaled a shift in the country’s reliance on tourism, insisting that worldwide border closures has forced The Bahamas to change how it operates. During a press briefing, the prime minister […]

Minnis signals shift from tourism industry WHO calls for debt relief from World Bank and IMF NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Prime... read more »

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Berry Islands begin COVID19 testing, as North Andros health facility prepares for possible cases

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – North Andros health facilities have been braced for possible coronavirus cases, said the island’s administrator Joseph Ferguson yesterday. “The clinic continues to open daily and are doing their regular duties,” Ferguson said in an interview with Eyewitness News. “They’ve identified places for persons who need to be quarantined. “We’ve located two areas […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – North Andros health facilities have been braced for possible coronavirus cases, said the island’s administrator Joseph Ferguson... read more »

April 2, 2020 at 3:47 am | Sloan Smith

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Andros prepared for COVID-19 spread but hopeful, says administrator

Some 200 Central Andros residents seek unemployment benefits amidst resorts closures Students don’t have access to wifi or devices NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis is expected to meet with Family Island administrators over teleconference today to discuss protocols on the islands to manage the spread of the coronavirus. The meetings follow up […]

Some 200 Central Andros residents seek unemployment benefits amidst resorts closures Students don’t have access to wifi or devices NASSAU,... read more »

April 1, 2020 at 3:50 am | Sloan Smith

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Mask on or off? We’re making them anyway, says AG

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Attorney General Carl Bethel has said that The Bahamas will soon start the local manufacturing of masks for Bahamians. Bethel made the revalation in the Senate on Monday, during debate on a resolution to extend the state of emergency and emergency powers to April 8. The resolution was passed unanimously. During his […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Attorney General Carl Bethel has said that The Bahamas will soon start the local manufacturing of masks... read more »

April 1, 2020 at 3:48 am | Sloan Smith

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Updated emergency order suspends insurance payments and some govt. fees

Department of Road Traffic and general insurance companies and brokers are exempted from this order. NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis has issued additional emergency measures that would suspend the obligation to pay any health, medical or life insurance policy, during the state of emergency and 60 days after. The special provisions order […]

Department of Road Traffic and general insurance companies and brokers are exempted from this order. NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Prime Minister... read more »

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CoronavirusMarch 31, 2020 at 3:49 am Sloan Smith

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More than 20,000 public students registered for virtual education platform

But some students don’t have access to internet or devices for Virtual Learning Program NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Education Minister Jeffrey Lloyd indicated yesterday that they are still unaware how many students don’t have access to its Virtual Learning Education due to lack of devices or access to services. Lloyds comments came as he contributed to […]

But some students don’t have access to internet or devices for Virtual Learning Program NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Education Minister Jeffrey... read more »

March 31, 2020 at 3:49 am | Sloan Smith

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More than 700 COVID-19 cases in the region

Bahamas reportedly tracking some 600 contacts Countries urged to move to state of readiness and rapid response NASSAU, BAHAMAS – There have been some 760 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in up to 29 countries in the Caribbean region, according to the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) latest situation report. This comes as The […]

Bahamas reportedly tracking some 600 contacts Countries urged to move to state of readiness and rapid response NASSAU, BAHAMAS –... read more »

March 28, 2020 at 4:46 am | Sloan Smith

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Bahamians abroad urged to contact embassy

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Bahamian nationals living abroad who are in distress or seeking to return home should make direct contact with their respective Embassy, High Commission or Honorary Consulate in The Bahamas, advised the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today. The clarion call follows announcements from the Nassau Airport Development Company that the country is now […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Bahamian nationals living abroad who are in distress or seeking to return home should make direct contact... read more »

March 28, 2020 at 4:40 am | Sloan Smith

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Man hospitalized in GB after shooting

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Police on Grand Bahama are investigating a shooting incident that left a man hospital this morning. According to police, the man was on Weddell Avenue when he was approached by another man who pulled out a handgun shortly after 9am, and shot him multiple times. The man was taken to the Rand […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Police on Grand Bahama are investigating a shooting incident that left a man hospital this morning. According... read more »

March 27, 2020 at 2:11 pm | Sloan Smith