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Breaking NewsFebruary 28, 2020 at 8:06 am Eyewitness News

Breaking News

Dorian death toll rises to 74

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Police have recovered the remains of four more unidentified bodies in separate incidents on Abaco and Grand Bahama, according to the National Emergency Management Agency. The discovery brings the number of bodies recovered in the wake of Hurricane Dorian has risen to 74. According to NEMA, remains of 63 bodies have been […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Police have recovered the remains of four more unidentified bodies in separate incidents on Abaco and Grand... read more »

February 28, 2020 at 8:06 am | Eyewitness News

LocalFebruary 28, 2020 at 3:18 am Sloan Smith

Local

LIVING NIGHTMARE: Family makes urgent appeal for safe return of missing Long Island mother and daughter

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The disappearance of two women in Long Island was described by loved ones as a nightmare. Jane Harding, 62, and her 34-year-old daughter Melissa Hui were reportedly last seen at their home in Salt Pond on Tuesday evening. Harding’s sister, Lorette Harding-Perez told Eyewitness News that the family and wider community are […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The disappearance of two women in Long Island was described by loved ones as a nightmare. Jane... read more »

February 28, 2020 at 3:18 am | Sloan Smith

LocalFebruary 28, 2020 at 3:15 am Eyewitness News

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Police probe theft at Ministry of Tourism

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Police have launched an investigation into allegations of major theft at the Ministry of Tourism, Eyewitness News can confirm. Sources close to the matter advised that a former diplomat was in custody yesterday assisting police with their investigation. It remains unclear how the alleged fraud was uncovered. Authorities remained tight-lipped over the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Police have launched an investigation into allegations of major theft at the Ministry of Tourism, Eyewitness News... read more »

February 28, 2020 at 3:15 am | Eyewitness News

LocalFebruary 28, 2020 at 3:10 am Sloan Smith

Local

Campaign finance a necessity as we enter ‘silly season’, says ORG

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG) Executive Director Matthew Aubrey said yesterday that the need to enact campaign finance reform is “hard to ignore”, in light of recent accusations surrounding Lyford Cay residents Louis Bacon and Peter Nygard. Aubrey’s comments following revelations contained in a federal class action lawsuit filed in Manhattan, accusing […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG) Executive Director Matthew Aubrey said yesterday that the need to enact campaign... read more »

February 28, 2020 at 3:10 am | Sloan Smith

LocalFebruary 28, 2020 at 2:55 am Sloan Smith

Local

Medical expert questioned over Fox Hill mass shooting injuries

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – One of the survivors of the 2013 Fox Hill mass shooting sustained gunshot injuries to her left thigh, chest and both breasts, just nearly avoiding any vital organs, according to a medical expert. Jermaine Curry, Peter Rolle and Justin Williams are accused of murdering Claudezino Davis, Shaquille Demeritte, Eric Morrison and Shenique […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – One of the survivors of the 2013 Fox Hill mass shooting sustained gunshot injuries to her left... read more »

February 28, 2020 at 2:55 am | Sloan Smith

VideosFebruary 27, 2020 at 8:30 pm Eyewitness News

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LLOYD: MOE HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY TO EDUCATE EVERY CHILD

February 27, 2020 at 8:30 pm | Eyewitness News

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VideosFebruary 27, 2020 at 8:27 pm Eyewitness News

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BETHEL: MORE BORROWING NEEDED IN THE WAKE OF DORIAN

February 27, 2020 at 8:27 pm | Eyewitness News

VideosFebruary 27, 2020 at 8:25 pm Eyewitness News

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DARVILLE SPEAKS OUT ON POWER BILL INCREASE FOR GRAND BAHAMA RESIDENTS

February 27, 2020 at 8:25 pm | Eyewitness News

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SANDS: NO CORONAVIRUS ON CRUISE SHIP

February 27, 2020 at 8:23 pm | Eyewitness News

SportsFebruary 27, 2020 at 8:20 pm Eyewitness News

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CORONAVIRUS MIGHT IMPACT 2020 OLYMPIC GAMES

February 27, 2020 at 8:20 pm | Eyewitness News

VideosFebruary 27, 2020 at 8:18 pm Eyewitness News

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BAKER’S BAY HIRING FOREIGNERS TO REBUILD RESORT

February 27, 2020 at 8:18 pm | Eyewitness News

BusinessFebruary 27, 2020 at 7:33 pm Natario McKenzie

Business

FOCOL records nearly $28 million net income

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – BISX-listed petroleum products supplier FOCOL Holdings saw a nearly $3 million increase in its net income year-over-year, according to the company’s 2019 annual report. According to the company’s audited financial results, the company saw a net income of $27.97 million for the year-ended July 31, 2019 compared to $25.03 million the previous […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – BISX-listed petroleum products supplier FOCOL Holdings saw a nearly $3 million increase in its net income year-over-year,... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 7:33 pm | Natario McKenzie

BusinessFebruary 27, 2020 at 5:40 pm Natario McKenzie

Business

URCA launches consultation on reporting guidelines for public electricity suppliers

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) has launched consultation on its reporting obligations, procedures and guidelines for public electricity supply licensees. The proposed guidelines are in keeping with URCA’s legislative mandate to continuously monitor the operational performance and results of its regulated licensees. The purpose of the consultation document is to develop […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Utilities Regulation and Competition Authority (URCA) has launched consultation on its reporting obligations, procedures and guidelines... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 5:40 pm | Natario McKenzie

LocalFebruary 27, 2020 at 2:15 pm Royston Jones Jr.

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PM to appear on CBS’ 60 Minutes this Sunday

The episode focuses on “green city” efforts in Ragged Island, and the way forward after Hurricane Dorian NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis will appear on the program ’60 Minutes’ on CBS this Sunday. Minnis sits down with Bill Whitaker to discuss The Bahamas’ recovery efforts nearly six months after Hurricane Dorian laid […]

The episode focuses on “green city” efforts in Ragged Island, and the way forward after Hurricane Dorian NASSAU, BAHAMAS —... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 2:15 pm | Royston Jones Jr.

BusinessFebruary 27, 2020 at 2:01 pm Natario McKenzie

Business

RBC to bring temp. branch to Abaco next month

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) expects to re-establish a temporary physical presence in Abaco by the end of March, according to its managing director LaSonya Missick. Missick told Eyewitness News the bank is in the process of setting up a mobile financial center in Marsh Harbour as it rebuilds its branch. […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) expects to re-establish a temporary physical presence in Abaco by the... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 2:01 pm | Natario McKenzie

LocalFebruary 27, 2020 at 2:44 am Royston Jones Jr.

Local

Coronavirus: $1 million for response

Over $150,000 spent so far, Sands says NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas’ response to the rapid global spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) is projected to cost the government in excess of $1 million, according to Minister of Health Dr. Duane Sands. There have been no confirmed cases of the virus in the country. “We anticipate that […]

Over $150,000 spent so far, Sands says NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas’ response to the rapid global spread of Coronavirus... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 2:44 am | Royston Jones Jr.

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LocalFebruary 27, 2020 at 2:42 am Sloan Smith

Local

Stateless man sues over long term detention

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A stateless man is suing the government for alleged unlawful detention and false imprisonment at the Carmichael Road Detention Centre. The court action for the matter started yesterday. According to the writ of summons, Lop was born in Cuba in July 1962 and was a holder of a US residence card. He […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A stateless man is suing the government for alleged unlawful detention and false imprisonment at the Carmichael... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 2:42 am | Sloan Smith

LocalFebruary 27, 2020 at 2:41 am Sloan Smith

Local

Medical expert testifies on survivors injuries in Fox Hill mass shooting trial

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A medical expert yesterday testified that emergency medical treatment saved the life of one of the survivors of the 2013 Fox Hill mass shooting. Dr. Alpheus Alec was giving evidence in chief before Supreme Court Justice Deborah Fraser. Jermaine Curry, Peter Rolle and Justin Williams are accused of murdering Claudezino Davis, Shaquille […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A medical expert yesterday testified that emergency medical treatment saved the life of one of the survivors... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 2:41 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessFebruary 27, 2020 at 2:40 am Natario McKenzie

Business

BPL working ‘assiduously’ to meet peak summer demand

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) yesterday assured consumers that it is working ‘assiduously’ to ensure it is ready to meet peak summer demand and avoid a repeat of last summer’s power woes. On Tuesday, the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) urged the power company to remediate the challenges it […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) yesterday assured consumers that it is working ‘assiduously’ to ensure it is... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 2:40 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalFebruary 27, 2020 at 2:39 am Sloan Smith

Local

Public disclosures trickling in for March 1 deadline

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Public Disclosure Commission Chairman Myles Laroda said yesterday that financial disclosures from parliamentarians have already begun trickling in as the March 1 deadline nears. In an interview with Eyewitness News, Laroda said letters were sent out in January advising all senators and members of Parliament that the date was fast approaching and […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Public Disclosure Commission Chairman Myles Laroda said yesterday that financial disclosures from parliamentarians have already begun trickling... read more »

February 27, 2020 at 2:39 am | Sloan Smith