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LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:58 am Sloan Smith

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Non-profit coalition secures nearly 3 million rapid antigen tests

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Ministry of Tourism has announced a public-private partnership with the Living With COVID Coalition (LWCC), a local non-profit organization, to secure access to nearly three million approved rapid antigen tests. The move comes just over a week before the country is set to remove the mandatory 14-day quarantine upon arrival on […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Ministry of Tourism has announced a public-private partnership with the Living With COVID Coalition (LWCC), a... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:58 am | Sloan Smith

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:57 am Sloan Smith 3

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Tourism Minister: We’re still on track for Nov 1 plan

Access to up to 3 million rapid antigen tests to support new travel protocols NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Tourism Dionisio D’Agular said yesterday that the country is still on track to remove the mandatory 14-day quarantine period for travelers on November 1. D’Aguilar’s comments come just days after a senior health official indicated that […]

Access to up to 3 million rapid antigen tests to support new travel protocols NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Tourism... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:57 am | Sloan Smith | 3

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:56 am Sloan Smith

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Nearly 700 cases confirmed in seven days

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Health officials confirmed an additional 56 coronavirus cases on Sunday, taking the total number of cases in the country to 6,466. Of the latest cases, 34 were in New Providence, nine in Grand Bahama, one in Abaco, four in Eleuthera, one in Exuma, and seven with locations pending. Another 58 COVID-19 cases […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Health officials confirmed an additional 56 coronavirus cases on Sunday, taking the total number of cases in... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:56 am | Sloan Smith

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:55 am Ava Turnquest 3

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Bishop Ellis blasts PM over emergency powers extension

FNM Chairman brands sermon “nasty political attack” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Mount Tabor Church Senior Pastor Bishop Neil Ellis yesterday gave a scathing rebuke of the Minnis-led administration as he expressed opposition to the extension of the emergency powers orders for another month. During his sermon, Bishop Neil Ellis prefaced his comments by quoting a passage […]

FNM Chairman brands sermon “nasty political attack” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Mount Tabor Church Senior Pastor Bishop Neil Ellis yesterday gave... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:55 am | Ava Turnquest | 3

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:54 am Sloan Smith

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Quarantined minister temporarily resigns to facilitate Senate adjournment

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Cabinet Office announced yesterday that Minister of State for Grand Bahama Kwasi Thompson had resigned from Cabinet temporarily with Senator Dwight Swayer to be sworn in to act in his place. The shuffle was done to facilitate the business of Senate today, while Thompson along with other Cabinet ministers remain in […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Cabinet Office announced yesterday that Minister of State for Grand Bahama Kwasi Thompson had resigned from... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:54 am | Sloan Smith

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:53 am Natario McKenzie 2

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Bannister to query BPL’s nearly 9,000 disconnections claim

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Works Minister Desmond Bannister said yesterday that he has asked Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) to provide him with the figures on how many disconnections the company has carried out since July. He told Eyewitness News yesterday, “there’s no way” the company could have disconnected nearly 9,000 consumers as reported last week. […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Works Minister Desmond Bannister said yesterday that he has asked Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) to provide... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:53 am | Natario McKenzie | 2

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BusinessOctober 26, 2020 at 3:48 am Natario McKenzie

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GB airport closed for two days after American Airlines plane skids off runway

NASSAU,BAHAMAS — Aviation officials said yesterday the Grand Bahama airport could fully reopen today as investigations into a recent incident get underway. On Saturday, an American Airlines flight from Miami to Freeport overran the runway just before noon. According to reports, the Embraer ERJ-145LR, which had traveled from Miami, experienced some mechanical difficulties on the […]

NASSAU,BAHAMAS — Aviation officials said yesterday the Grand Bahama airport could fully reopen today as investigations into a recent incident... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:48 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:47 am Sloan Smith

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Former speaker: Parliament needs to advance

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former House Speaker Dr Kendal Major yesterday insisted that the time has come for Parliament to become independent and the position of speaker made autonomous. Major was responding to comments made by House Speaker Halson Moultrie last week. Moultrie called the tabling of the Court Services Act a “complete insult” to the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Former House Speaker Dr Kendal Major yesterday insisted that the time has come for Parliament to become... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:47 am | Sloan Smith

BusinessOctober 26, 2020 at 3:43 am Natario McKenzie 1

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VAT on Facebook ads to provide “even footing”, says Johnson

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Beginning November 1, Facebook ads in The Bahamas will be subject to 12 percent value-added tax (VAT). Acting Financial Secretary Marlon Johnson yesterday said the move now puts Facebook and other online operators on “even footing” with Bahamian companies offering marketing services inside the Bahamas who have to charge the necessary VAT. […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Beginning November 1, Facebook ads in The Bahamas will be subject to 12 percent value-added tax (VAT).... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:43 am | Natario McKenzie | 1

BusinessOctober 26, 2020 at 3:41 am Natario McKenzie

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MP: Eleuthera residents had ‘every right’ to be upset over water supply disruption

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Central and South Eleuthera MP Hank Johnson said yesterday that his constituents had “every right” to be upset over last week’s water supply disruption. Johnson told Eyewitness News “they are upset and so am I”. “My constituents are upset about it and I am upset about what has transpired in this whole ordeal,” […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Central and South Eleuthera MP Hank Johnson said yesterday that his constituents had “every right” to be... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:41 am | Natario McKenzie

BusinessOctober 26, 2020 at 3:33 am Natario McKenzie

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WSC obtains injunction against reverse osmosis operator over Eleuthera supply disruption

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Water & Sewerage Corporation (WSC) has obtained a Supreme Court injunction against a reverse osmosis plant operator, asserting that it “deliberately and egregiously” shut off the water supply to the people of Central Eleuthera. Eleuthera residents have had their water supply disrupted for the past several days. The corporation said in a […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Water & Sewerage Corporation (WSC) has obtained a Supreme Court injunction against a reverse osmosis plant... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:33 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:32 am Ava Turnquest

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Christian Council suggests govt. consideration of cannabis reform ‘nudged’ by special interest

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Christian Council (BCC) yesterday maintained its opposition to marijuana reform and the introduction of a hemp industry. In a statement, BCC president Bishop Delton Fernander said the council is concerned that the government may be “experiencing a nudge by individuals or groups with a special interest in marijuana be they […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Christian Council (BCC) yesterday maintained its opposition to marijuana reform and the introduction of a... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:32 am | Ava Turnquest

BusinessOctober 26, 2020 at 3:31 am Natario McKenzie

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Doctors Hospital: Increased testing key strategy in COVID-19 mitigation strategy

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Doctors Hospital chief executive Charles Sealey said yesterday that increasing COVID-19 testing wherever possible is a key strategy in mitigating the spread of the virus. The BISX-listed healthcare provider recently expanded testing accessibility to the Town Centre Mall. Sealey said: “As all nations have to consider how we are going to live […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Doctors Hospital chief executive Charles Sealey said yesterday that increasing COVID-19 testing wherever possible is a key... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:31 am | Natario McKenzie

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:30 am Sloan Smith

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Body of a man found, foul play suspected

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The body of a man was found shortly before 8 pm on Saturday on Fifth Street, Coconut Grove. The circumstances surrounding his death is currently under investigation. Preliminary reports indicated that there were injuries to the victim’s body. Police said after receiving information, officers went to the scene and found the man […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The body of a man was found shortly before 8 pm on Saturday on Fifth Street, Coconut... read more »

October 26, 2020 at 3:30 am | Sloan Smith

LocalOctober 26, 2020 at 3:28 am Eyewitness News

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BTVI president to represent institution at leaders conference

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) prepares to participate in the Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP) Collaboration Mission, BTVI President Dr. Robert W Robertson said he will explore more options for students to study in Canada through the ELAP’s scholarship program. Robertson will represent the institution at the […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) prepares to participate in the Emerging Leaders in the... read more »

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Harnessing the gift of food: BAMSI donates produce to Ranfurly Home

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) donated produce from its farm in North Andros to the Ranfurly Home for Children. The donation included cases of sweet potatoes, eggplant, pumpkin, and papaya. October 16 was recognized as the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FOA) World Food Day under the theme “Grow, […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) donated produce from its farm in North Andros to... read more »

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LocalOctober 24, 2020 at 3:58 am Royston Jones Jr.

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COP believes marijuana will remain illegal next year

“If you’re found with dope, you ‘gone get’ lock up,” says Rolle NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Commissioner of Police Paul Rolle said yesterday he does not believe possession of marijuana will be made legal in The Bahamas next year, despite recommendations from two government-appointed bodies to decriminalize possession of small quantities of the substance for personal use. […]

“If you’re found with dope, you ‘gone get’ lock up,” says Rolle NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Commissioner of Police Paul Rolle... read more »

October 24, 2020 at 3:58 am | Royston Jones Jr.