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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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BNU: 10 percent of nurses without insurance

Williams calls on govt. to appoint six more nurses on COVID-19 frontlines NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Approximately 10 percent of nurses do not have medical insurance, a grave concern for the bargaining unit that represents these healthcare providers on the frontline of the COVID-19 fight. According to Bahamas Nurses Union (BNU) President Amancha Williams, an additional […]

Williams calls on govt. to appoint six more nurses on COVID-19 frontlines NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Approximately 10 percent of nurses... read more »

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

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Sands: We have adequate capacity to combat COVID-19

WHO says COVID-19 not ordinarily an aerosol, but may be possible in “specific circumstances” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health Dr Duane Sands today reaffirmed the government’s preparedness and capacity to combat a “surge” of COVID-19 cases should local spread continue and peak in The Bahamas. “All across The Bahamas Mr. Speaker we have been […]

WHO says COVID-19 not ordinarily an aerosol, but may be possible in “specific circumstances” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health... read more »

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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 »

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Tourists and non-residents urged to return home as Bahamas enforces border shutdown

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – As The Bahamas enters a complete nationwide shutdown to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), non-residents and tourists are anxiously trying to leave the country. Four days into a partial nationwide lockdown and a mandatory nightly curfew, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday announced the closure of the nation’s borders to […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – As The Bahamas enters a complete nationwide shutdown to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), non-residents... read more »

March 24, 2020March 26, 2020 at 7:06 pm | Sloan Smith

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Health officials following possible COVID-19 exposure on flight

NASSAU, BAHAMAS –The Ministry of Health has confirmed that it is “aware” of and following a possible incident of COVID-19 exposure involving a group of people recently traveling from Trinidad and Tobago carnival. The revelation comes as officials ramp up their contact-tracing efforts after four people tested positive for the respiratory illness to date. The […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS –The Ministry of Health has confirmed that it is “aware” of and following a possible incident of COVID-19... read more »

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TUC ‘deeply troubled’ by COVID-19 labour impact

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- A trade union leader said yesterday it was ‘sad and deeply troubling’ that many Bahamian worker have effectively been furloughed for more than a week without income in most instances. Obie Ferguson, the president of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) told Eyewitness News that the situation has again underscored the need for some […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- A trade union leader said yesterday it was ‘sad and deeply troubling’ that many Bahamian worker have effectively... read more »

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Man killed hours ahead of emergency partial shutdown

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A man was shot and killed while standing outside a home in Stapledon Gardens just hours before a nationwide partial shutdown came into force, police said. According to reports, three men were gathered on Albatross Road shortly after 3am when a silver vehicle pulled up. Police said a man exited the vehicle […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A man was shot and killed while standing outside a home in Stapledon Gardens just hours before... read more »

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Govt. COVID-19 lockdown “overly cautious”

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government is being “overly cautious” in its decision to implement strict measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country, said National HIV/AIDS and Infectious Disease Programme Dr Nikkiah Forbes yesterday. Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced a nationwide partial shutdown for the next 11 days. The number […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government is being “overly cautious” in its decision to implement strict measures to prevent the spread... read more »

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PM warns “fake news gurus”, Moultrie endorses emergency orders

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday sent a warning to “fake news gurus” as he unveiled COVID-19 regulations that criminalize the spread of false information. “Each Bahamian can be part of the battle by rejecting the spirit of negativity that has infected too much of our public conversation.,” he said. “Do not […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis yesterday sent a warning to “fake news gurus” as he unveiled COVID-19... read more »

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 at 3:32 am | Sloan Smith

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GOVERNMENT REJECTS ENTRY OF CRUISE SHIP

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Govt. closing in on shanty town dwellers in Andros

AG’s office preparing in the event of non-compliance NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government is moving forward with plans to remove residents illegally dwelling on Crown Land in Andros after serving those residents eviction notices 30 days ago, according to Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources Michael Pintard. An estimated 1,800 people reside in the shantytown […]

AG’s office preparing in the event of non-compliance NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government is moving forward with plans to remove... read more »

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BPL NEW ENGINE AT BAILLOU HILL STATION

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Govt. intends to regularize contract workers, says minister

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The government is seeking to regularize hundreds of public service workers on contracts this year, according to Public Service Minister Brensil Rolle. “It is our hope that we can take another great step forward this year, and that is to cause individuals who have been with the 52-weeks program for example, if […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The government is seeking to regularize hundreds of public service workers on contracts this year, according to... read more »

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

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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 »

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Dames defends slow pace of Dorian victim identification

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Minister of National Security Marvin Dames yesterday sought to defend the pace of the identification of Hurricane Dorian victims, insisting that while the criticism is invited, the process is ongoing and takes time. Dorian pounded the islands of Abaco and Grand Bahama between September 1-3, claiming the lives of a confirmed 70 […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Minister of National Security Marvin Dames yesterday sought to defend the pace of the identification of Hurricane... read more »

February 19, 2020February 18, 2020 at 3:42 am | Sloan Smith

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Flamingo Air plane’s landing gear collapses after landing

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Flamingo Air aircraft’s landing gear collapsed while taxiing to the ramp area, shortly after landing at the Leonard Thompson International Airport in Marsh Harbour, Abaco last week. The Air Accident Investigation Department reported the Cessna airplane departed the Grand Bahama International Airport and landed in Marsh Harbour shortly before 4 pm […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Flamingo Air aircraft’s landing gear collapsed while taxiing to the ramp area, shortly after landing at... read more »

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Acting commodore: RBDF work has diverted illegal migrants to TCI

King: Turks and Caicos overwhelmed with illegal migration attempts NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Acting Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Commodore Dr. Raymond King said yesterday the organization’s efforts and expanded coverage of the nation’s territorial waters, particularly in the south, has diverted illegal migrants to Turks and Caicos. According to King, Turks and Caicos and U.S. […]

King: Turks and Caicos overwhelmed with illegal migration attempts NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Acting Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Commodore Dr.... read more »

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BusinessFebruary 4, 2020February 4, 2020 at 3:44 am Natario McKenzie

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Commercial banks withstand Dorian shock

But the economy could still contract in 2020, says Central Bank gov. NASSAU, BAHAMAS –  The Commercial banks have been able to withstand the ‘shock’ of Hurricane Dorian without encountering any major balance sheet stress, according to Central Bank Governor John Rolle. Rolle noted just under 10 percent of commercial bank loans to the private sector […]

But the economy could still contract in 2020, says Central Bank gov. NASSAU, BAHAMAS –  The Commercial banks have been able... read more »

February 4, 2020February 4, 2020 at 3:44 am | Natario McKenzie