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Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:42:51 EDT
Statement by Minister of Social Services & Urban Development, Frankie Campbell
Last evening, I was alerted to a video that is in circulation purporting to be children being abused at one of our Children’s Homes. As a matter of fact, it w...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 17:15:41 EDT
With the Americas failing to control coronavirus, many hospitals are at or close to capacity, PAHO director says
“We must intensify public health interventions to limit exposure to this virus”Washington, D.C., January 19, 2021 (PAHO)— The Region of the Americas must intensify public health interventions on social distancing, limiting gatherings, ...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 14:57:00 EDT
New Entry 46/ Woman Entry 16 Community Service
As the Royal Bahamas Defence Force continues to enforce the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic objective of strengthening relationships with st...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 14:20:40 EDT
Registration of NGOs opens door to greater funding opportunities
Officials at the Department of Gender and Family Affairs, Ministry of Social Services and Urban Development, have partnered with counterparts at the Office of the Attorne...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 12:30:29 EDT
Caribbean Barrel Restaurant & Sport Bar Ladies night tonight
Freeport, Grand Bahama - Don't miss Caribbean Barrel Restaurant & Sport Bar Ladies night tonight! Starting at 5pm Come and Enjoy a free welcome drink an...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 12:00:58 EDT
Expert urges holistic interventions against climate change risks
The Bahamas is already experiencing the impacts of climate change and is approximately 30 years away from irreversible effects if holistic interventions are not under...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 11:45:32 EDT
House of Assembly Select Committee on Natural Resources
The House of Assembly’s Select Committee on Natural Resources makes its first Site Visit, January 19, 2021 in North Andros. The Committee Members expected to make the trip include: Michael A. Foulkes, MP, Chairman, Shonel Ferguson, MP, Pi...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 10:50:12 EDT
BAMSI Shark Research Experience
An exciting new collaboration has developed between the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) and non-profit Saving the Blue! Andros Island ...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 10:04:13 EDT
Public Notice: PMH Morgue resumes full services
The Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) has resumed its full operation at the PMH Rand Lab (Morgue), from Monday - Friday 8am-4pm, inclusive of autopsy and identification services.   Hospital Management would like to thank the public for i...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 09:41:13 EDT
CIBC FirstCaribbean opens new innovative Pioneer's Way branch in Freeport
Grand Bahama is now home to the first of all CIBC FirstCaribbean branches in the country to offer Smart ABM technology. In addition to other upgrades, the bank’s new, s...

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 09:05:34 EDT
DNA states position on COVID-19 Vaccine
The public health crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in the loss of lives, jobs, livelihoods and much more. The economic hardship faced by our people due to restrictive measures implemented by the government is a direct con...

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 20:07:47 EDT
BPC confirms insurance coverage in place, in excess of 
that required by the Government of The Bahamas
BPC, the Caribbean and Atlantic margin focused oil and gas company today repeats that, as previously disclosed publicly, in accordance with strict legal requirements and as stipulated by the Government of The Bahamas, it has in place all ins...

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 19:42:12 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis on the passing of Mrs. Zelma Dean
Along with so many other Bahamians, I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs. Zelma Dean, a veteran educator, who was also deeply committed to national and community service. A former teacher, school administrator and Director o...

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 19:05:46 EDT
Appointment of the Presidential Search Committee
The Board of Trustees of University of The Bahamas (UB) has appointed a Presidential Search Committee (PSC) to establish the process by which the new President of the University will be selected and hired. Appointed in November 2020, the PSC...

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 17:30:00 EDT
Golf to be introduced into schools
The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture and the Ministry of Education in conjunction and collaboration with Bahamas Golf Federation and Fourteen Clubs Golf Acad...

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:06:10 EDT
DNA on COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee
The Democratic National Alliance (DNA) notes the recent announcement of the appointment of a COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee (Committee) by the Prime Minister. It is disappointing that appointments to the Committee was not inclusive ...

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 12:36:45 EDT
Canada-Bahamas Virtual Business Mission - Remarks by Minister of State Kwasi Thompson
See enclosed official remarks, Canada-Bahamas Virtual Business Mission (with The High Commission of Canada) delivered January 15, 2021 by the Minister of State for Finance and for Grand Bahama, Senator the Hon. J. Kwasi Thompson: Good Mor...

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 11:54:41 EDT
BTC’s big giveback to the community for Christmas
BTC gifted five community organizations with monetary support to help make the holidays a little brighter for those in need during the holiday season.  The Children...

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 09:15:26 EDT
The Governor General Attends MCCA Bahamas/Turks & Caicos Islands Conference Official Worship Service
Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith delivered the Old Testament reading during 209th Annual Session Official Worship Service of the M...

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 20:44:37 EDT
Over 450 participants join informational webinar on CESRA reporting
The Ministry of Finance hosted over 450 participants last week in two informational webinars on the reporting process for the Commercial Entities (Substance Requirements)...

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 18:49:06 EDT
Office of the Prime Minister: Vaccine Consultative Committee
Recently appointed by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis, the National COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee was formed to advise the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Health on the development of the strategy, policies and ac...

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 22:34:44 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis: Government making steady progress in post-Dorian redevelopment and revitalization
Eleven million dollars has been spent and hundreds of homeowners assisted so far under the Disaster Reconstruction Authority’s (DRA) Small Home Repairs Program for Gran...

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 17:43:51 EDT
Seventy-Nine Complete Correctional Officers’ Training
Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames told the members of the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS) Trainee Correctional Officers ‘A’ Squ...

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 17:29:43 EDT
International Organization for Migration and Citibank donate electronic devices for children's education
The International Organization for Migration (IOM/IMO) and Citibank, in conjunction with Leno Trust Bahamas, donated 104 devices (100 tablets and 4 laptops) on Friday...

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 16:56:14 EDT
BPC Welcomes the Prime Minister’s intentions on a Sovereign Wealth Fund
BPC, the Caribbean and Atlantic margin focused oil and gas company said today it is delighted to note the Honourable Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis’ statement of his Government’s intention to implement a Sovereign Wealth Fund in The Ba...

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 16:43:57 EDT
MoYSC Condolences - the late Jim Duncombe
On Sunday, 28th December, 2020, The Bahamas lost a sporting giant and trailblaizer in the person of Jim Duncombe, affectionaley called – The Swing Doctor.     Mr. Duncombe was a gifted individual who epitomized the char...

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 10:20:08 EDT
GraceKennedy Money Services Customer wins Supermarket Sweep
When Philippe Jn Philippe sent money to Haiti to help with funeral costs for his mother, he had no idea that simple transaction executed at Grace Kennedy Money Services (...

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 07:15:17 EDT
Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 'Social Media message to Bahamian parents of students in DC'
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has taken note of a message being circulated on social media which appears to have originated from the Embassy of The Bahamas in Washington, DC, with advice and recommendations to parents of Bahamian students ...

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 19:06:07 EDT
Pamela Burnside: Domes, Doom and The FOI
Dear Editor, I can’t believe I am at the computer again shaking my head at more mind ‘bogglement’ taking place! Yesterday, there was a spirited whatsapp video flying around the country concerning the many sitting trailers of exposed ...

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 15:50:46 EDT
Citibank, IOM Partnership enabling students in poorest communities to attend virtual classes
What seemed an almost impossible dream of putting a tablet into the hands of every student in The Bahamas just four months ago moved a step closer to reality today wi...

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 14:21:15 EDT
The Judiciary Adapted and Responded to the Unpredictable Environment of the COVID-19 Era
The Hon. Chief Justice Sir Brian Moree stated that the Judiciary in The Bahamas has not escaped the intrusive and disruptive impact of COVID-19. Those who are responsib...

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:14:03 EDT
Lewis: Bahamas Resilient Recovery Policy to Provide Context and Guidelines for Recovery Planning
NASSAU, The Bahamas - The Government of The Bahamas is about to implement its Resilient Recovery Policy aimed at timely rebuilding process after a disaster, the Minister of State for the Ministry of Disaster Preparedness, Management and Rec...

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 08:02:07 EDT
The Attorney General provides details of onsite review of The Bahamas by the FATF
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Senator the Hon. Carl W. Bethel explained that early in 2020, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) agreed to an o...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 22:28:47 EDT
Remarks by the Hon. Chief Justice Sir Brian Moree at the Opening of the Legal Year 2021
See enclosed remarks by the Hon. Chief Justice Sir Brian Moree at ceremonies marking the Opening of the Legal Year, January 13, 2021 in Rawson Square: My Lords, My Ladies, other Judicial Officers, Mr. Attorney,  President of t...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 20:03:20 EDT
Attorney General's Remarks - Opening of the Legal Year 2021-2
See enclosed Remarks by Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs the Hon. Carl Bethel at ceremonies marking the Opening of the Legal Year, January 13, 2021: I wish to thank Archbishop Patrick Christopher Pinder, and Bishop Delton Fe...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 19:08:09 EDT
Grand Bahama Island featured in Caribbean Journal Articles
The Office of the Prime Minister Grand Bahama is pleased to note that Grand Bahama Island was recently listed as one of the ‘21 best Caribbean islands to visit in 2...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:18:36 EDT
RBDF pays Final Respect to Late Comrade
Consistent with the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s command philosophy and priority of enhancing the morale and welfare of serving members and veteran...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:12:28 EDT
The COVID-19 Pandemic Had Turbulent Effect on the Registrar General’s Department in 2020
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Carl W. Bethel stated that the COVID-19 pandemic, unfortunately, had a turbulent effect on the Regist...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 14:27:40 EDT
RBDF Ship Crew recognized for services
In recognizing and rewarding the efforts of excellence in the workplace consistent with the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic intent of talent...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 13:52:32 EDT
KFC Nassau Junkanoo Buckets competition awards $40,000 in prize money
The spirit of Junkanoo was upheld this year despite the parade cancellations made necessary by the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 40 diehard Junkanoos from all over The...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 12:15:34 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis - Bahamas Business Outlook 2021
See enclosed remarks by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis at Bahamas Business Outlook 2021, today: Ladies and Gentlemen: Good Morning.  It has been a longstanding custom for the prime minister to addres...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 11:39:20 EDT
The Bahamas supports CARICOM statement on solidarity with Guyana
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on 12 January, issued a statement expressing deep disappointment and concern regarding actions taken by Venezuela pertaining to its long-term border dispute with Guyana, including intimations of the creation...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 10:33:12 EDT
7 Haitian Migrants arraigned and convicted In Grand Bahama
On 13th January, 2021, six (6) adult Haitian males and one (1) adult Haitian female appeared before Magistrate Debbie Ferguson to answer to the charge of Illegal Landing, contrary to Section 19 (1) of the Immigration Act.    The gr...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 10:20:06 EDT
Judiciary moving closer to paperless court system
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Senator the Hon. Carl W. Bethel stated that in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Court of Appeal introduced remote hea...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 09:30:31 EDT
CFAL Wins International Best Investment and Advisory Firm Award
The leading investment management firm in The Bahamas has done it again. Colina Financial Advisors Ltd. (CFAL) has received the 2020 Acquisition International (AI) Globa...

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 08:48:25 EDT
BLTA matchplay Tennis Series
The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) has started a matchplay series to jumpstart tennis play for juniors. The matchplay was started in the last quarter of 2020 at the ...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 22:02:09 EDT
BPC’s Perseverance #1 exploration well is fully funded
BPC, the Caribbean and Atlantic margin focused oil and gas company, strongly refutes the claims by various environmental groups in press articles today that the Company d...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:49:26 EDT
PAHO Director says new variants and acceleration of virus make continuing public health measures urgent
The appearance of new variants of the COVID-19 virus in several countries of the Americas, combined with an acceleration in the virus’s spread in virtually every country in the Americas, makes it critical to continue public health measures...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 17:19:43 EDT
RBDF Search and Rescue Department recognized for outstanding performance
The recognition and relentless efforts of excellence in the workplace continue to showcase throughout the various departments in the Royal Bahamas Defence Force. Remaini...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:09:46 EDT
Ten Hidden Hero Champions announced; New dynamic to the 5th annual Character Day Bahamas
During the extraordinary times of 2020, many people around the globe were faced with incredible hardships that had profound life changing events. In the past 15 mont...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 14:59:24 EDT
The New Legal Year Opening Ceremonies Took Place Today in Rawson Square
Ceremonies marking the Opening of the New Legal Year took place this morning, January 13, 2021 in Rawson Square.   Pictured are Chief Justice Sir Brian Moree, ...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:52:19 EDT
Post Office Department - Box Rental
The Postmaster General wishes to advise the public of the following: The Post Office Department’s box rental period for the year 2021 began on Tuesday, December 1, 2020.  Customers are advised that the box rental period ...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 09:10:08 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis - New Year's National Address
Please see enclosed the New Year's National Address by Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis, January 12, 2021: Good evening, and a b...

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:21:14 EDT
Homeworkers need to be better protected, says the ILO
Those working from home, whose number has greatly increased due to the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, need better protection, says the International Labour Organization...

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 21:42:25 EDT
The United Kingdom FCDO provides funding for a rotary helicopter to support the monitoring of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines La Soufrière volcano
The CDEMA Coordinating Unit has received funding from the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (UK FCDO) in the amount of £51,000 through the Memo...

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 19:54:57 EDT
The 2021 Bahamas Charter Yacht Show scheduled for late February 2021, postponed until 2022.
The 2021 Bahamas Charter Yacht Show scheduled for late February 2021, postponed until 2022. The Bahamas Charter Yacht Show Committee has announced today, “That after mu...

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 19:44:01 EDT
'We Are One' Campaign Gives Back
Ministry of National Security Acting Permanent Secretary and Under Secretary Cheryl Darville joined the National Neighbourhood Watch Council (NNWC) and corporate sponsor...

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 18:58:30 EDT
PAHO raises $263 million in 2020 to fight COVID-19 in the Americas
In 2020, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) received commitments for more than $263 million to provide technical support and supplies for the fight against COVID-19 in the Americas.  “We are grateful to all of our partners wh...



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