NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Court of Appeal has overturned an unfair dismissal judgment in the case of a former Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) plant operator, finding that the former employee was not under duress when he accepted a disability retirement package offer from the company four years ago. BPL had filed an appeal against […]
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Man drowns on Labour Day
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamian man in his 20s who dove in waters off Grand Cay, Abaco, during a family beach trip on Labour Day was later found unresponsive in the water, according to police. He was pronounced dead sometime later. Police said officers received a report of a man being found unresponsive on Wells […]
Motorcyclist dies in hospital after car collision
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A motorcyclist who was involved in a collision with another vehicle on Thursday died in hospital on Saturday morning, according to authorities. Police said the accident between the man on the white Yamaha 450 trail motorcycle and a white Honda Civic took place at the junction of Marathon and Robinson Roads around 9pm. […]
Suspect fleeing police crashes in bushes, drugs and weapon found
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A man who sought to evade police officers in Dundas Town, Abaco, on Saturday night, lost control of the silver vehicle and crashed into bushes. Officers on patrol in the area observed the driver acting suspiciously, but when the vehicle was beckoned to stop, the driver refused a sped-off. After the suspect […]
Bahamas Aquatics President Re-elected to FINA Bureau
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Algernon Cargill, President of Bahamas Aquatics Federation, was re-elected for a second 4-year term on the FINA Bureau, at the FINA General Congress in Doha, Qatar on June 5, 2021. Algernon will represent the Central America and Caribbean Region (CCCAN) as one of its two members on the Bureau and was nominated by […]
Family Islands to get two new comprehensive schools
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Inagua and Grand Bahama are selected to receive two new “comprehensive” schools, according to Minister of Education Jeffrey Lloyd. In his 2021/2022 budget contribution on Wednesday, June 2, Lloyd told Parliamentarians the Ministry of Education plans to break ground for the schools during the third quarter of this year in Matthew Town, […]
Over 100 young Bahamians receive numeracy and literacy awards from the National Training Agency
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — After having to stall the program for months due to lockdowns brought on as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, some 130 youths have completed the pre-apprentice program and were awarded certificates. A ceremony was held at the National Training Agency (NTA) on Wednesday, June 2. NTA Executive Director Gadville McDonald said […]
BSGC celebrates 11 years with giveback to thousands
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — In celebration of its 11th anniversary and to commemorate the 50th birthday of its co-founder, Dominic Sturrup, Bahamas Striping Group of Companies (BSGC) has launched a campaign to give away thousands of dollars in food parcels and grocery story vouchers valued at $25 each. “The goal is to uplift others and help […]
RBDF Entry 29/Woman Entry 4 gives back to the community
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force’s (RBDF) Entry 29 and Woman Entry 4 recently celebrated their anniversary by giving back to a resident with food donations to assist the fire victims of the Peardale Community on Monday, May 31, 2021. As the RBDF continues to enforce the Commander Defence Force Commodore […]
BREEF kicks off World Oceans Day with release of new beach cleanup guide
Local non-profit aims to amplify impact by inviting corporate Bahamas to take action NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With the release of a new guide providing best practices and tips to host effective beach cleanup events, the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) is encouraging local businesses to be responsible corporate citizens and embrace the important role […]
Bahamian heritage will be celebrated at Miami Marlins game
Junkanoo Culture and Bahamian Jazz Chisholm of Marlins Will Highlight the Special Event MIAMI, Florida – Bahamians throughout Florida, the wider USA and The Bahamas are encouraged to bring their goatskin drums and flags, to a special Bahamian Heritage celebratory game with the Miami Marlins on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 4:10 p.m. at loanDepot […]
MOTORCADE OR BUST: Police warn Labour Day parades not permitted under COVID orders
Union to announce this morning whether or not it will comply Opposition slams govt for “ridiculous” decision not to permit Labour Day celebrations NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Ahead of what was expected to be a day of celebrations for Labour Day, police yesterday advised that no permission has been granted by the competent authority or the […]
ON GUARD: COVID Enforcement Unit to be out in full force during Labour Day holiday
“If we find persons who are in breach of these orders for this Labour Day, you can be assured that you will be cited” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Chief Superintendent Zhivago Dames, officer in charge of the COVID-19 Enforcement Unit, warned yesterday that the unit will be out in full force over the holiday, citing anyone […]
PAHO director welcomes US plan to share first tranche of 25 million COVID vaccine doses
Approx 6 million doses to be distributed for South and Central America and Caribbean WASHINGTON, DC — Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Carissa F Etienne yesterday thanked the United States Government for its commitment to a COVID-19 vaccine dose-sharing plan through COVAX. “The actions announced today (yesterday) by the White House are a good […]
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line welcomes Grand Classica back into Port of Palm Beach in anticipation of July resumption of cruising
Cruise line CEO: We have missed Grand Bahama, our home away from home “It’s time to get crew members, cruise line support staff and parking attendants back to work” FLORIDA, USA — Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line yesterday marked the long-awaited return of Grand Classica to its homeport, the Port of Palm Beach. The ship has […]
Special Bahamian Heritage event to be celebrated at Miami Marlins game next week Saturday
Junkanoo culture and Bahamian Jazz Chisholm of Marlins will highlight special event Bahamians encouraged to bring their goatskin drums and flags MIAMI, FLORIDA — Bahamians throughout Florida, the wider USA and The Bahamas are encouraged to bring their goatskin drums and flags to a special Bahamian Heritage celebratory game with the Miami Marlins on Saturday, […]
