NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health Dr Michael Darville yesterday encouraged 39 graduate doctors of the University of the West Indies to remember what led to their success amid one of the most challenging times for The Bahamas’ healthcare sector. He was referring to the coronavirus pandemic that has plagued the nation and pushed the […]
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Man slain in barbershop shooting
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A man in his mid-20s was shot and killed while at a barber shop yesterday afternoon. Superintendent Audley Peters said the man was a patron of the shop sometime before 4pm when an armed man walked in and shot at him. The barbershop was located on the second floor of a commercial […]
“CORRUPTION OF JUSTICE”: Veteran attorney says political prosecutions stain delivery of justice
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The prosecution of former MPs under the former administration has led to a corruption of justice, according to Damian Gomez, QC, the attorney of former Cabinet minister Kenred Dorsett. Speaking to Eyewitness News about the matter as his own client mulls over whether he will sue the government, Gomez said: “I have […]
Robbers steal teller’s safe in Andros credit union break-in
FRESH CREEK, ANDROS – The break-in and robbery of the National Workers Co-operative Credit Union Limited in Andros has magnified concerns over the lack of direct access to commercial banking services on the island. Eyewitness News can confirm robbers broke into the union building and stole a teller’s safe in the early hours of Sunday […]
Eugene Dupuch Law School signs MOU to expand delivery of legal education, aid services
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Eugene Dupuch Law School (EDLS) has deepened its relationship with The Caribbean Agency for Justice Solutions (APEX) with a Memorandum of Understanding for Co-Operation (MOU). The MOU formalized collaborations between EDLS and APEX to expand the delivery of legal education and support the provision of legal aid services in The Bahamas, […]
Agri minister makes inroads for greater regional cooperation at FAO conference
QUITO, ECUADOR — Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs Clay Sweeting said that his ministry will be working along with several Caribbean countries to improve food security in The Bahamas. His comments came after he led a delegation to the 37th Latin America and Caribbean Regional Conference (LARC) of the Food Agriculture […]
MORE STATURE, MORE MONEY: Local attorney says Gibson settlement a reflection of his stature
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government’s $2.5 million settlement with former Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) minister Shane Gibson for false imprisonment and malicious prosecution is “understandable” given the minster’s political stance and increased value, said a local Bahamian lawyer yesterday. In an interview with Eyewitness News, prominent attorney Christina Galanos opined on the figure awarded and […]
OPEN CALL: Nominations open for National Honours
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Advisory Committee for National Honours invites nominations from the general public of persons fit to be conferred with an award under the National Honours Act 2016 and Regulations made thereunder. The established Societies of Honour under Section 5 of the Act are as follows: (a) the Order of National Hero; (b) […]
PAYING IT FORWARD: Prosthetics manufacturer determined to keep family business local
By Kareem Minnis NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Lewis Orthopedics offers a wide range of prosthetics, orthotics, and braces unlike any other, according to owner Joseph Lewis. Lewis told Eyewitness News he has been in the business of prosthetics and orthotics for almost 40 years and his inspiration comes from helping many injured, amputated, and deformed individuals. […]
Ministry of Education exploring assistance for children impacted by prolonged use of virtual learning
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Ministry of Education & Technical and Vocational Training is seeking to develop effective remediating responses to children impacted by prolonged reliance on virtual learning and no formal instruction for some two years. Education minister Glenys Hanna-Martin said with the assistance of University of The Bahamas and the Ministry of Finance, a […]
FUNDING ALERT: Up to $50,000 USD Grants available from UNDP for environmental projects
Call for Concepts now open; deadline 30 March 2022 NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Small Grants valuing up to $50,000 USD each are now available to finance environmental projects in The Bahamas under the latest Call for Concepts from the GEF Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Qualified entities are […]
Angel Fish Creek Bridge opens in Abaco
ABACO, BAHAMAS – Jubilant Abaconians watched with pride as a ribbon was cut and a plaque unveiled to signal the formal reopening and renaming of the bridge that connects Great Abaco and Little Abaco. More than two years ago, Hurricane Dorian destroyed Little Abaco Bridge resulting in a separation of the islands for the first […]
Lombard Odier expands reach of BREEF’s Young Ocean Activists
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Scores of students from across the country are learning how to become powerful ocean advocates thanks to Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE), a programme launched by the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF). Heading into its third year of operation, YRE has tapped into funding from a seemingly unlikely source, wealth […]
Baha Mar announces exclusive partnership with premiere golf equipment brand PXG
Royal Blue, Baha Mar’s exclusive 18-hole golf course, will now offer full sets of PXG golf clubs as part of its “Better Than Your Own” rental program NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Baha Mar has announced an exclusive partnership between PXG, Parsons Xtreme Golf, and its celebrated golf course, Royal Blue. Designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus, […]
SLOW BUT STEADY: Beaches and Parks chair says investigation will not be rushed
“Former administrations rushed the process and didn’t get the desired results” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Chairman of the Bahamas Public Parks and Public Beaches Authority McKell Bonaby said yesterday that the ongoing investigation into the former administration’s management of the authority will not be rushed. The investigation comes after an audit, which was conducted by K […]
