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Three more COVID-19 cases in Grand Bahama

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Ministry of Health has confirmed three additional cases of COVID-19 in Grand Bahama. Three women, aged 16, 39 and 47, have tested positive for virus, and are currently in isolation at home. According to a statement, the 16 and 39-year-old have a history of travel. As of today, there have been […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Ministry of Health has confirmed three additional cases of COVID-19 in Grand Bahama. Three women, aged... read more »

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‘Father of Labour’ named National Hero

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — ‘Father of Labour’ Sir Randol Fawkes has been awarded the nation’s top honor of the Order of National Hero. Fawkes was instrumental in establishing the trade union movement in The Bahamas, and piloted a bill to make Labour Day an official public holiday. He played a pivotal role in the country’s track […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — ‘Father of Labour’ Sir Randol Fawkes has been awarded the nation’s top honor of the Order of... read more »

July 11, 2020 at 3:55 am | Eyewitness News

LocalJuly 11, 2020 at 3:50 am Ava Turnquest

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Immigration fears over handling of COVID-19 positive migrant

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Immigration officers in Grand Bahama have raised alarm over exposure risks due to the handling of a COVID-19 positive migrant. Eyewitness News understands the undocumented migrant is a 20-year-old Haitian national, who had been living in Eight Mile Rock since March. The migrant was reportedly apprehended by the US Coast Guard and […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Immigration officers in Grand Bahama have raised alarm over exposure risks due to the handling of a... read more »

July 11, 2020 at 3:50 am | Ava Turnquest

LocalJuly 11, 2020 at 3:49 am Royston Jones Jr.

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Stabbing murder convictions quashed, two men released from prison

COA ruled trial judge erred by admitting into evidence statement of no-show witness NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Two men convicted of murdering Cyril Cartwright in 2016 will walk free after the Court of Appeal quashed their convictions and declined to order a new trial. Court of Appeal Justices Milton Evans, Sir Michael Barnett and Stella Crane-Scott […]

COA ruled trial judge erred by admitting into evidence statement of no-show witness NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Two men convicted of... read more »

July 11, 2020 at 3:49 am | Royston Jones Jr.

LocalJuly 11, 2020 at 3:46 am Sloan Smith

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Nearly 45k raised for toddler gunshot victim

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The family of two-year-old gunshot victim DaNyla Roberts has raised nearly $45,000 in aid of her medical expenses on GoFundMe as the toddler continues to fight for her life. Nyla, as she was affectionately called, was shot in the stomach by a stray bullet on June 27 in Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera. She […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The family of two-year-old gunshot victim DaNyla Roberts has raised nearly $45,000 in aid of her medical... read more »

July 11, 2020 at 3:46 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessJuly 11, 2020 at 3:45 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Country has adequate foreign reserves, says Central Bank gov.

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Central Bank Governor John Rolle yesterday reassured that the country has adequate foreign reserves, noting that this nation has the tools to manage the reserves if more challenges arise. Deputy Prime Minister K Peter Turnquest expressed confidence the government will be able to meet foreign exchange requirements during a Ministry of Finance […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Central Bank Governor John Rolle yesterday reassured that the country has adequate foreign reserves, noting that this... read more »

July 11, 2020 at 3:45 am | Natario McKenzie

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LocalJuly 10, 2020 at 6:56 pm Eyewitness News

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COVID-19 case confirmed in New Providence

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Ministry of Health has confirmed a case of COVID-19 in New Providence, taking the number of cases in the country to 108. The latest case is a 40-year-old man, who reportedly has a history of travel. The man is in isolation at home, according to the Ministry of Health. As of today, […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Ministry of Health has confirmed a case of COVID-19 in New Providence, taking the number of cases... read more »

July 10, 2020 at 6:56 pm | Eyewitness News

LocalJuly 10, 2020 at 3:52 am Sloan Smith

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GB Minister: Latest cases signal risk of community spread

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of State for Grand Bahama and Senator Kwasi Thompson yesterday pleaded with Grand Bahamians to stay home during the Independence holiday weekend. Yesterday, health officials confirmed a third case of coronavirus in Grand Bahama. The latest case is a 27-year-old man with no history of travel. “We now have [three] additional […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of State for Grand Bahama and Senator Kwasi Thompson yesterday pleaded with Grand Bahamians to stay... read more »

July 10, 2020 at 3:52 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessJuly 10, 2020 at 3:49 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Govt. bonds listed on BISX

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The listing of $3.6 billion in government bonds on the Bahamas International Stock Exchange (BISX) will improve the country’s financial market infrastructure and increase accessibility to Government-backed investments for all Bahamians, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance K Peter Turnquest. Turnquest said yesterday that the long awaited move was […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The listing of $3.6 billion in government bonds on the Bahamas International Stock Exchange (BISX) will improve... read more »

July 10, 2020 at 3:49 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessJuly 10, 2020 at 3:45 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Credit bureau up and running

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The country’s credit bureau is ‘up and running’, according to Central Bank Governor John Rolle, who noted the agency will be able to provide a ‘snap shot’ of a borrowers level of indebtedness. Speaking at a press conference at the Ministry of Finance yesterday, Rolle said: “The credit bureau is up and […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The country’s credit bureau is ‘up and running’, according to Central Bank Governor John Rolle, who noted... read more »

July 10, 2020 at 3:45 am | Natario McKenzie

Breaking NewsJuly 9, 2020 at 7:31 pm Royston Jones Jr.

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Another COVID case in GB

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Health officials have confirmed a third case of coronavirus in Grand Bahama today. The latest case is a 27-year-old man with no history of travel. This is the third new infection for the island in 48-hours. Two new infections were confirmed on the islands yesterday — a 33-year-old resident of Grand Bahama, who […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Health officials have confirmed a third case of coronavirus in Grand Bahama today. The latest case is... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 7:31 pm | Royston Jones Jr.

CoronavirusJuly 9, 2020 at 12:58 pm Royston Jones Jr.

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Beach presents moderate-risk of COVID spread, says Texas Medical Assoc.

Former minister of health says US represents “greatest risk” to The Bahamas NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Physicians who comprise the Texas Medical Association COVID-19 Task Force and the committee of infectious diseases determined that attending beach represents a moderate to low risk. The task force created a risk level chart that determined going to an amusement, […]

Former minister of health says US represents “greatest risk” to The Bahamas NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Physicians who comprise the Texas... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 12:58 pm | Royston Jones Jr.

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RBDF: Search for missing woman continues

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Nearly a week after a vessel ran aground in waters south of Bimini the search and recovery efforts continue for a missing woman who was thrown overboard, according to the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF). The defense force, police force and United States Coast Guard, which comprises the search team, continues to comb […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Nearly a week after a vessel ran aground in waters south of Bimini the search and recovery efforts... read more »

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LocalJuly 9, 2020 at 3:58 am Sloan Smith 3

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PM: No scientific evidence to support nationwide curfew – yet

“Nobody can say whether I’m right or whether I’m wrong, not today” NASSAU, BAHAMAS – While there is no scientific evidence to support it, Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis said today that COVID-19 curfew remains in place because officials believe it is the most active time for mass gatherings. Minnis made the comment as he […]

“Nobody can say whether I’m right or whether I’m wrong, not today” NASSAU, BAHAMAS – While there is no scientific... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 3:58 am | Sloan Smith | 3

LocalJuly 9, 2020 at 3:56 am Royston Jones Jr.

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“PR nightmare”: Symonette blasts beach closures

MP tells FNM colleagues: “I am free, ain’t coming back” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — St. Anne’s MP Brent Symonette argued today the closure of the beaches over the Independence holiday weekend represents a “public relations nightmare”. He said tourists should be advised on the restrictions on beaches on certain dates, noting the government enticed visitors to […]

MP tells FNM colleagues: “I am free, ain’t coming back” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — St. Anne’s MP Brent Symonette argued today... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 3:56 am | Royston Jones Jr.

LocalJuly 9, 2020 at 3:55 am Sloan Smith

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Auditor General: Prison spends $400,000 on bread annually

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — An Auditor General’s report into operations at The Bahamas Department of Correctional Services has revealed that the facility may be spending more than necessary on food items. The report, which was tabled in Parliament yesterday, outlines key findings for the period July 1, 2014 and June 30, 2019. The number of inmate […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — An Auditor General’s report into operations at The Bahamas Department of Correctional Services has revealed that the... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 3:55 am | Sloan Smith

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LocalJuly 9, 2020 at 3:47 am Sloan Smith

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COVID-19 focus causes immunizations drop

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas has seen a decrease in its number of immunizations, said Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis yesterday, who warned of the risks of a meltdown of the Bahamian healthcare system. Minnis, who gave a communication in Parliament on the ongoing mitigation COVID-19 efforts, indicated that the focus on the virus has […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas has seen a decrease in its number of immunizations, said Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 3:47 am | Sloan Smith

LocalJuly 9, 2020 at 3:46 am Royston Jones Jr.

Local

Davis to PM: You have to have faith in your people

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Opposition Leader Philip Brave Davis yesterday urged Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis to have faith in public’s ability to continue following COVID guidelines over the Independence holiday. Davis underscored the success achieved thus far with curbing the virus has been the result of the electorate’s adherence to protocols. “It’s their cooperation, not […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Opposition Leader Philip Brave Davis yesterday urged Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis to have faith in public’s... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 3:46 am | Royston Jones Jr.

LocalJuly 9, 2020 at 3:44 am Sloan Smith

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Lloyd: UB enrollment jumps to 6,000 students

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The University of The Bahamas is expected to see a significant increase in students with just over 6,000 students expected to enroll this Fall. Minister of Education Jeffrey Lloyd yesterday attributed the estimated increase to the global coronavirus pandemic and the growing number of cases in the United States – where thousands […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The University of The Bahamas is expected to see a significant increase in students with just over... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 3:44 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessJuly 9, 2020 at 3:42 am Natario McKenzie

Business

Digital payments provider grows platform to 7,000 users

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamian digital payments provider has seen 50 per cent of the businesses currently on its platform register during the COVID-19 pandemic, with over 7,000 users in its system. Scieska Adderley, Public Relations and Communications Manager at Kanoo said: “As a company, we’re excited and proud to say that more than 140 […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamian digital payments provider has seen 50 per cent of the businesses currently on its platform... read more »

July 9, 2020 at 3:42 am | Natario McKenzie