Tag: Always a headline ahead
TDC director advocates expansion of local tours and excursions
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas needs to develop and promote more local tours and excursions, according to executive director of the Tourism Development Corporation (TDC) Ian Ross Ferguson. Ferguson, who was a panelist on a World Tourism Day webinar hosted by The Counsellors Ltd, revealed that research has indicated that this nation needs to “pay […]
Third attempted suicide this week
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Police on Grand Bahama are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attempted suicide of a 47-year-old woman, the third suicide attempt reported in the country this week. Initial reports indicate that shortly after 8:00 am on Wednesday, police received a report that a female, while at her residence located Sparshot Road, ingested over-the-counter […]
US Embassy selects USG Alum Lakeisha Rolle to receive $20,000 grant
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The US Embassy Nassau has selected Lakeisha Rolle to receive a $20,000 grant to implement ‘Impact 200,’ a business skills and youth entrepreneurship program for beginners. Rolle’s program was selected amongst 17 applications from U.S. Government exchange program alumni. Rolle, the Financial Academy founder, is a 2022 alumna of the US Embassy […]
Creative magazine sets sights on TV show highlighting all things creative
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamian publication—The Cre8tve Magazine—which seeks to celebrate creativity and innovation in the Caribbean, has announced the launch of a new project that will shine a spotlight on all facets of creativity. To bring this vision to life, the magazine has put out a public call for individuals to audition for the […]
Jimmy’s Wines & Spirits & Tito’s Handmade Vodka donates to Bahamas Humane Society
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Tito’s Vodka and its distributor, Jimmy’s Wines & Spirits, recently stepped forward to make a significant contribution to the welfare of animals in New Providence. The vodka brand, which has previously donated to community causes, including hurricane relief and food security, reprised its role as a supporter of the vital work being […]
‘Wilchcombe was a tireless advocate for local tourism’
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Carnival Corporation executives have extended condolences on the passing of West End and Bimini MP Obie Wilchcombe, describing him as, among other things, a “visionary leader” and a “tireless advocate for local tourism.” Wilchcombe, the Member of Parliament for West End and Bimini Obie Wilchcombe was found unresponsive at his home on […]
21-year-old man gunned down on First Street, Coconut Grove overnight
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- A 21-year-old man of First Street, Coconut Grove was shot and killed Tuesday night, marking the second homicide to occur on New Providence this week. Initial reports indicate that indicate that sometime around 10:45 pm an anonymous caller reported to police that a number of shots were being discharged on First Street, Coconut […]
1,300 job seekers attend first day of British Colonial Hotel job fair
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The first day of a two-day job fair aimed at filling job openings at the British Colonial Hotel drew approximately 1,300 job seekers, according to Labour Director Robert Farquharson. With a substantial investment of over $100 million into the renovation of the British Colonial, the hotel is gearing up for its eagerly […]
Man gunned down outside his Pinewood Gardens home overnight
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Police are investigating an overnight shooting which left a 44-year-old man dead. According to initial reports, sometime around 9:09 p.m. the police were alerted by Spot Shotter Technology of gunshots being discharged on Acasia Avenue, Pinewood Gardens. The victim was reportedly standing outside his residence with another man and a woman when the […]
