LocalMay 31, 2019May 30, 2019 at 3:36 am Royston Jones Jr.

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Govt. to spend $18.9 million on travel

Financial Secretary says figure does not reflect significant increases to govt. travel NASSAU, BAHAMAS – While originally allocating $8.95 million for “travel and subsistence” in the upcoming fiscal year, the Minnis administration has allocated an estimated $18.93 million, according to the budget for 2019/2020. In the current budget introduced last June, the government increased the […]

Financial Secretary says figure does not reflect significant increases to govt. travel NASSAU, BAHAMAS – While originally allocating $8.95 million... read more »

May 31, 2019May 30, 2019 at 3:36 am | Royston Jones Jr.

LocalApril 9, 2019 at 2:18 am Eyewitness News

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Bahamasair places restrictions on baggage to the southern Bahamas

One checked piece no more than 50 lbs and one carry-on, no more than 18 lbs NASSAU, BAHAMAS: Bahamasair, the national flag carrier, announced on Monday that it has placed baggage restrictions on flights to the southern Bahamas, beginning April 14, 2019. In a statement released yesterday, Bahamasair said as a result of its weight […]

One checked piece no more than 50 lbs and one carry-on, no more than 18 lbs NASSAU, BAHAMAS: Bahamasair, the... read more »

April 9, 2019 at 2:18 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 29, 2019March 29, 2019 at 3:10 am Tamara McKenzie

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Environmentalists concerned about terms of Lighthouse Point HOA

Says HOA reveals project is larger and potentially more damaging than previously described   NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Environmental groups BREEF, reEarth, Save the Bays and Waterkeepers Bahamas expressed on Thursday that they are deeply concerned with the terms of the Heads of Agreement (HOA) tabled in Parliament last week for the proposed cruise port and […]

Says HOA reveals project is larger and potentially more damaging than previously described   NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Environmental groups BREEF,... read more »

March 29, 2019March 29, 2019 at 3:10 am | Tamara McKenzie

LocalMarch 28, 2019March 28, 2019 at 2:30 am Royston Jones Jr.

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Road traffic amendments will “save lives”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – As he expressed the critical need for the government to curtail road traffic fatalities in the country, Minister of National Security Marvin Dames said yesterday that proposed legislation to criminalize the use of cellphones while driving and having open alcoholic beverages in a motor vehicle will shift the motoring public’s behaviour and […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – As he expressed the critical need for the government to curtail road traffic fatalities in the country,... read more »

March 28, 2019March 28, 2019 at 2:30 am | Royston Jones Jr.

LocalMarch 22, 2019March 22, 2019 at 2:50 am Eyewitness News

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PM departs Nassau for meeting with US President Trump

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis and his delegation departed Nassau on Thursday on Bahamasair for a multilateral meeting to be held today [Friday] between Caribbean Heads of State and US President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach, Florida. Leaders of the Dominican Republic, the Republic of Haiti, Jamaica and Saint Lucia will also […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis and his delegation departed Nassau on Thursday on Bahamasair for a multilateral meeting... read more »

March 22, 2019March 22, 2019 at 2:50 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 21, 2019March 21, 2019 at 4:00 am Royston Jones Jr.

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Environmentalists: Disney HOA reveals worst fears

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Several environmentalists yesterday characterized the heads of agreement for Disney’s $250 million project in Eleuthera, which was made public yesterday, as a realization of “our worst environmental, economic and societal fears”. In a joint statement, reEarth, Bahamas Reef Environment Education Foundation (BREEF), Save The Bays, and Waterkeepers Bahamas said the agreement represents […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Several environmentalists yesterday characterized the heads of agreement for Disney’s $250 million project in Eleuthera, which was... read more »

March 21, 2019March 21, 2019 at 4:00 am | Royston Jones Jr.

LocalMarch 20, 2019March 20, 2019 at 3:50 am Tamara McKenzie

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Henfield: Travel advisory to the US will not be issued

Says there’s no evidence that attack on Williams was as a “hate crime”   NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will not issue a travel advisory to Bahamians travelling to the United States, nor is it classifying the recent incident of Harold Williams, who was stabbed in the face this past weekend in […]

Says there’s no evidence that attack on Williams was as a “hate crime”   NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Ministry of... read more »

March 20, 2019March 20, 2019 at 3:50 am | Tamara McKenzie

LocalMarch 20, 2019March 20, 2019 at 3:35 am Theo Sealy

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Tourist arrivals not affected by Boeing 737 Max suspension

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The tourism industry has experienced little to no impact from Boeing’s decision to ground its global fleet of 737 Max aircraft, according to Minister of Tourism and Aviation Dionisio D’Aguilar. D’Aguilar says stop-over arrivals, especially from the United States (US), have proven to remain steady despite the ongoing investigation into one of […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The tourism industry has experienced little to no impact from Boeing’s decision to ground its global fleet... read more »

March 20, 2019March 20, 2019 at 3:35 am | Theo Sealy

LocalMarch 15, 2019March 15, 2019 at 3:25 am Eyewitness News

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NAD: Grounding of Boeing Max planes not expected to impact LPIA

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The grounding of Boeing 737 Max series 8 and 9 by most major airlines, following a fatal crash in Ethiopia over the weekend involving the model, is not expected to impact operations at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA), according to Nassau Airport Development Company Limited’s (NAD) Vice President of Marketing & Communications Jan […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The grounding of Boeing 737 Max series 8 and 9 by most major airlines, following a fatal... read more »

March 15, 2019March 15, 2019 at 3:25 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 12, 2019March 12, 2019 at 3:50 am Theo Sealy 1

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Opposition slams govt. for “secret deal” signed with Disney

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Various stakeholders are calling into question government’s recent Heads of Agreement (HOA) signed with Disney Cruise Lines to construct a $400 million-dollar cruise port and entertainment facility on Lighthouse Point, Eleuthera. The deal was inked last week but was only made public on the weekend. Not only are questions surfacing on why […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Various stakeholders are calling into question government’s recent Heads of Agreement (HOA) signed with Disney Cruise Lines... read more »

March 12, 2019March 12, 2019 at 3:50 am | Theo Sealy | 1

LocalMarch 12, 2019March 12, 2019 at 3:45 am Tamara McKenzie

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Govt.: Disney HOA to be tabled March 20

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – After being slammed by the Opposition and environmentalists for not allowing the media to attend last week’s Heads of Agreement signing for Disney’s proposed development at Lighthouse Point in  Bannerman Town, South Eleuthera, the government announced last night that in the interest of transparency and accountability, the Heads of Agreement will be […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – After being slammed by the Opposition and environmentalists for not allowing the media to attend last week’s... read more »

March 12, 2019March 12, 2019 at 3:45 am | Tamara McKenzie

LocalMarch 12, 2019March 12, 2019 at 3:30 am Genea Noel-Ferguson

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Grand Lucayan managers reject VSEP offer

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Managers of the now state-owned Grand Lucayan Resort have rejected the voluntary separation packages (VSEP) offer from Lucayan Renewal Holding, the special purpose vehicle created to represent the government in the sale of the property. The matter was heard before the Industrial Tribunal in Grand Bahama on Monday, and according to Trade […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Managers of the now state-owned Grand Lucayan Resort have rejected the voluntary separation packages (VSEP) offer from... read more »

March 12, 2019March 12, 2019 at 3:30 am | Genea Noel-Ferguson

LocalMarch 11, 2019March 11, 2019 at 3:45 am Tamara McKenzie

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Govt signs HOA with Disney Island Development

120 to be employed during construction, 150 permanent jobs to be offered   NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Government of The Bahamas has signed a heads of agreement with Disney Island Development Ltd for a proposed cruise port and entertainment facility at Lighthouse Point in Bannerman Town, South Eleuthera. The signing took place last Thursday at […]

120 to be employed during construction, 150 permanent jobs to be offered   NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Government of The... read more »

March 11, 2019March 11, 2019 at 3:45 am | Tamara McKenzie

LocalMarch 11, 2019March 11, 2019 at 3:15 am Eyewitness News

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Bahamas Taxicab Union launches partnership with Global Ports Holding

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Having been selected as the preferred bidder for the redevelopment of Nassau’s cruise port, Global Port Holdings first order of business was to formally meet with Executives of the Bahamas Taxi Cab Union (BTCU),  the Prince George Wharf Taxi Association  and the Downtown Nassau Partnership in regards to the redevelopment of Prince […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Having been selected as the preferred bidder for the redevelopment of Nassau’s cruise port, Global Port Holdings... read more »

March 11, 2019March 11, 2019 at 3:15 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 8, 2019March 8, 2019 at 3:15 am Royston Jones Jr.

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Royal Caribbean confident in “resurgence” of Grand Lucayan and GB

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines (RCCL) President and CEO Michael Bayley said yesterday that the company, and its partners, are approximately at the halfway point of finalizing a proposal to the government for the acquisition of the Grand Lucayan Resort. RCCL and Mexican port developer, ITM Group, partnered in a bid to acquire […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines (RCCL) President and CEO Michael Bayley said yesterday that the company, and its... read more »

March 8, 2019March 8, 2019 at 3:15 am | Royston Jones Jr.

LocalMarch 8, 2019March 8, 2019 at 3:10 am Royston Jones Jr. 1

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Coco Cay on track for May opening

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines (RCCL) President and CEO Michael Bayley indicated yesterday that its planned $200 million expansion of Coco Cay is well on track for its first phase opening in May with hires for the island currently in training programs. “We have got an awful lot of Bahamian construction groups working […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines (RCCL) President and CEO Michael Bayley indicated yesterday that its planned $200 million... read more »

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LocalMarch 7, 2019March 7, 2019 at 3:10 am Tia Thompson

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After US advisory, Jet-ski operators say procedures have been amended

But tourists say they feel safe   NASSAU, BAHAMAS –  Local jet ski operators shot down the concerns of the U.S. government on Wednesday, who noted in its latest travel advisory that operators have been known to commit sexual assaults against tourists. The U.S. Department of State released another level two advisory last week on […]

But tourists say they feel safe   NASSAU, BAHAMAS –  Local jet ski operators shot down the concerns of the... read more »

March 7, 2019March 7, 2019 at 3:10 am | Tia Thompson

LocalFebruary 28, 2019February 28, 2019 at 3:36 am Eyewitness News

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Princess cruises to resume service to Princess Cays

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Princess Cruises is resuming calls to Princess Cays, a private island in Eleuthera, following a fire that damaged facilities on the cay earlier last month. The first scheduled call is set for Monday, March 4. In a statement released Wednesday, cruise line officials said that all guest facilities have been inspected and […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Princess Cruises is resuming calls to Princess Cays, a private island in Eleuthera, following a fire that... read more »

February 28, 2019February 28, 2019 at 3:36 am | Eyewitness News

LocalFebruary 27, 2019February 27, 2019 at 3:34 am Theo Sealy

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Sands defends decision to travel with PLP MP

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Health minister Dr. Duane Sands on Tuesday defended his decision to invite Picewell Forbes, a Progressive Liberal Party member of parliament, to travel with him to Andros to tour health facilities on that island. The trip made headlines in a local daily on Tuesday and the article allowed Forbes, the MP for […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Health minister Dr. Duane Sands on Tuesday defended his decision to invite Picewell Forbes, a Progressive Liberal... read more »

February 27, 2019February 27, 2019 at 3:34 am | Theo Sealy

LocalFebruary 26, 2019February 26, 2019 at 4:04 am Royston Jones Jr.

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Exercise ‘increased caution’ when visiting The Bahamas, U.S. advises

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The United States Department of State yesterday reissued a travel advisory, cautioning American citizens visiting The Bahamas to exercise “increased caution” when visiting the country due to crime. The level two advisory said violent crimes, including armed robberies, sexual assault and burglaries remain common “even during the day and in tourist areas”. […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The United States Department of State yesterday reissued a travel advisory, cautioning American citizens visiting The Bahamas... read more »

February 26, 2019February 26, 2019 at 4:04 am | Royston Jones Jr.