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Fri, 03 Dec 2021 12:27:58 EDT
University of The Bahamas forges Agreement with University of Guelph for Global Experiences
University of The Bahamas (UB) and the University of Guelph (UGuelph) have found common ground on which to solidify a relationship that will expose students and faculty t...

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 10:09:46 EDT
New board announced for Water and Sewerage Corporation
A diverse board comprising 5 young male professionals representing different walks of life have been appointed to the board of the Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC).&n...

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:58:45 EDT
PM Davis Announced Capital Expenditure Budget Reduction
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis said in the House of Assembly, on November 29, 2021, that the capital expenditure budget has been reduced by...

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:02:41 EDT
Bahamas Public Parks and Beaches board announced
The Hon. Alfred Sears Minister of Works and Utilities has announced the new board of The Bahamas Public Parks and Beaches. The appointments are: McKell Bona...

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:50:34 EDT
UB joins global fight against Gender-Based Violence
University of The Bahamas (UB) has joined the global effort aimed at raising awareness of the violence that happens against women, men and children and the need for colle...

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:42:13 EDT
NIB Minister Introduces Board Members and Executive Management
Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister the Hon. Myles LaRoda, with responsibility for the National Insurance Board, introduced members of the Board and exe...

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 10:35:18 EDT
Prime Minister congratulates Central Bank Governor
Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis congratulates Central Bank Governor John Rolle on being named to The Bloomberg 50, a list of those who have made stellar contributions in their chosen fields. Governor Rolle is being highlighted for his work ...

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 09:23:51 EDT
Minister of Foreign Affairs on the death of Jacqueline Avant
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes with sadness, the tragic shooting death of Jacqueline Avant, mother of former United States Ambassador to The Bahamas from 2009 to 2011, Nicole Avant. On behalf of the Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis...

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 22:31:04 EDT
PAHO urges public health measures and vaccination in light of Omicron variant
While experts work to better understand the new WHO-designated “variant of concern,” Omicron, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Carissa F. Etienne, called for increased vaccination and public health measures to ensure...

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 15:25:31 EDT
Ministry of Health and Wellness seeking assistance from Germany in COVID-19 fight
The Ministry of Health and Wellness is preparing for a possible fourth wave of COVID-19 and is looking to Germany to share best practices, and other measures in combatin...

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 13:37:01 EDT
LaRoda addresses BCB, BIS needs
Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister, the Hon. Myles LaRoda, Monday addressed the equipment/infrastructure needs of the Broadcasting Corporation of The B...

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 12:52:26 EDT
Bahamas and Germany Enter Agreement to Facilitate Direct Airlift
The governments of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, and of the Federal Republic of Germany entered into a technical bilateral Heads of Agreement aimed at fostering closer...

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 09:33:29 EDT
Minister Bell commends Endeavor Development International Ltd.'s efforts to train and engage Bahamians at all levels
Top brass of Endeavor Development International Ltd. paid a Courtesy Call on the Hon. Keith Bell, MP, Minister of Labour and Immigration, 29 November, at his Monarch Hous...

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 18:58:17 EDT
Michael Pintard Presented Instrument of Office as Leader of the Opposition
Mr. Michael Pintard, MP for Marco City (left), was presented his Instrument of Office as Leader of Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition by Governor General, His Excellency the ...

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 12:58:49 EDT
Minister Visits Bahamas Tourist Office in Abaco, Greets Staff
The Hon. Chester Cooper, Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation stopped in at the Ministry of Tourism's Abaco Office and greeted staff on his recent trip to the is...

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 10:52:05 EDT
Minister Moxey gives sobering charge to newly sworn-in citizens of the Bahamas
“For the government, the granting of citizenship represents the highest recognition and privilege that a government can bestow upon an individual,” said Minister for...

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 09:56:12 EDT
Travel restrictions as a result of Omicron – A Covid-19 Variant
The Ministry of Health & Wellness advises the public that as a consequence of the identification of a new COVID-19 Variant of Concern (VOC) – Omicron (B1.1.529), the Government of The Bahamas has imposed travel restrictions on travelle...

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 10:50:36 EDT
Zonta begins 16 days of activism with presentation at Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister
Members of Zonta paid a courtesy call on Mrs. Ann Marie Davis of the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, today. Today, November 25, is the beginning of the 1...

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 09:55:48 EDT
Minister Cooper Toured Bakers Bay Golf & Ocean Club in Great Guana Cay
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation (MOTIA) the Hon. Chester Cooper and ministry officials toured Baker's Bay Golf & Ocean Club...

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 16:18:49 EDT
Prime Minister makes impromptu visit to OPM Press Briefing
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis makes an impromptu visit to the Office of the Prime Minister Press Briefing, on November 25, 2021, to wish a ...

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 14:06:34 EDT
Doctors Hospital takes over well-known clinic in Eight Mile Rock
Minister of Social Services and Urban Development, the Hon. Obie Wilchcombe says Doctor’s Hospital’s acquisition of the clinic in Eight Mile Rock, owned by Dr. Malik ...

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 13:37:58 EDT
Israel Ambassador pays courtesy call on Foreign Affairs ministry
The Hon. Alfred Sears, Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs (right), welcomed His Excellency Zvi Tal, Ambassador of the State of Israel to The Bahamas, in a court...

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 10:30:28 EDT
German Ambassador-Designate Presents Credentials to Foreign Affairs (Via Zoom)
Non-Resident Ambassador-Designate of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, His Excellency Dr. Stefan Friedrich Keil, presented his Copie d'U...

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 09:10:58 EDT
MOTIA brands Virgin Atlantic an important partner in tourism recovery
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper has branded the partnership with Virgin Atlantic an important one in tou...

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 12:56:03 EDT
LUSCO Restoration of Bridges
Lucaya Service Company (LUSCO), a subsidiary of The Grand Bahama Development Company Limited (DEVCO) facilitates restorative construction to both the Casuarina Bridge...

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:51:12 EDT
A New Day in Labour Relations; Prime Minister meets with Bahamas Trade Union Congress
In keeping with his intention to partner with Bahamians to create a stronger, more inclusive economy, Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis met with members of the Commonw...

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 09:39:33 EDT
Prime Minister Davis on the passing of the Rt. Hon. Sir James Fitz-Allen Mitchell KCMG
I note with sadness the passing of the Rt. Hon. Sir James Fitz-Allen Mitchell, former Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines today, 23 November 2021 at the age of 90.  The Bahamas Foreign Minister has extended condolenc...

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:52:23 EDT
Courtesy Call of Canada's High Commissioner on Attorney General Ryan Pinder
Her Excellency Emina Tudakovic, High Commissioner of Canada to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas (centre left) paid a courtesy call on the Attorney General and Minister...

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 15:47:58 EDT
Post Office Department Important Notice - 2022 Box Rent
The Postmaster General wishes to notify the public that the rental fee for the 2022 box rent period is due on January 1st 2022. Payments can be made beginning December 1st 2021.  Annual Rent: $80.00 (large) $50.00 (medium) $30.00 (s...

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 13:43:26 EDT
New Board of BPL announced
The Hon. Alfred Sears, Minister of Works and Utilities announced the new board of directors for Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) who will also serve on the board of Bahamas ...

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 12:32:54 EDT
Downtown Bay Street, very busy today - PHOTOS
Downtown Bay Street is very busy today with a few cruise ships currently in port.  (BIS Photos/Kemuel Stubbs)..

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 09:25:35 EDT
Straw Markets officially re-opened
It is the intention of the Government to make centres of craft, souvenirs and creative products made by Bahamians the centre stage of the tourism product. The Hon. Alfre...

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:03:39 EDT
Ambassador of Norway - Presentation of Copie d'Usage - Nov.18
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Public Service, the Hon. Frederick A. Mitchell, MP, in a virtual meeting on 18 November 2021, received the Copie d’Usage of Her ...

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 09:58:54 EDT
Minister Bowleg meets with Cultural Affairs Division Officers
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture the Hon. Mario Bowleg meets Director of Culture Dereka Deleveaux-Grant and a number of the members of the Ministry's Cultural Affair...

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 08:53:20 EDT
Cynthia 'Mother' Pratt, sworn in as Deputy to the Governor General
Cynthia Pratt was sworn in as Deputy to the Governor General on Sunday, November 21, 2021 by the Hon. Mr. Justice, Bernard Turner, Acting Chief Justice, at the Office of ...

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:23:27 EDT
Lighthouse Pointe Karaoke Fridays & Groovy Saturdays
Freeport, Grand Bahama - Starting This and every Friday and Saturday night The Lighthouse Pointe Lobby Bar comes alive with Karaoke Friday and Groovy (Old School) ...

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 17:50:21 EDT
The Minister for Grand Bahama the Hon. Ginger Moxey, M.P. Statement on International Bazaar Fire
On Sunday, 21st November, 2021, shortly after 6 a.m., the Grand Bahama Fire Services received a call that the International Bazaar was engulfed in flames. Upon arrival to...

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 16:53:37 EDT
Grand Bahama government services to be placed on Digital Transformation Unit platform
Officials of the Digital Transformation Unit, a branch of the Department of Transformation and Digitization, were in Grand Bahama on Thursday, November 18, 2021, to meet ...

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 14:59:14 EDT
Bernard Turner Sworn In as Acting Chief Justice
Hon. Mr. Justice Bernard Turner was sworn in as Acting Chief Justice by His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, Governor General, during a brief ceremony...

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 13:25:26 EDT
Prime Minister Leads Groundbreaking for MSC Foundation's Marine Conservation Center, Ocean Cay
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper, along...

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 09:45:31 EDT
Plans announced for Authentically Bahamian Trade Show
The Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation (BAIC) in conjunction with Nassau Cruise Port Limited announced plans for staging of the Authentically Bahamian Trade...

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 16:51:42 EDT
GBPA and ArawakX partner to make access to capital and wealth creation accessible to more Bahamians
A new partnership between the Grand Bahama Port Authority, Limited (GBPA) and Bahamian investment firm ArawakX is helping to enable Grand Bahama entrepreneurs to access c...

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 15:43:01 EDT
Bahamas Wins 2021 Caribbean Journal Travelers’ Choice Awards
After 53,000 votes were cast by experts on Caribbean travel, namely, Caribbean Journal readers, and deliberations were made, the beautiful Islands of The Bahamas secured 2 wins out of 20 nominations for this year’s Caribbean Journal Travel...

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 15:11:28 EDT
2021 Fiscal Strategy Report and Medium-term Debt Management Strategy to be delayed
Each year, according to the Fiscal Responsibility Act, 2018 the Government is required to present to Parliament its Fiscal Strategy Report on or before the third Wednesday of November. This year, the deadline for tabling was November 17, 202...

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 12:54:31 EDT
PACE pays tribute to treasurer emeritus
Fifty years ago, the PACE program evolved when support was offered to an 11-year-old who against her own choice, had moved from childhood to motherhood. “No longer able...

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 10:09:19 EDT
Mrs. Victoria Wilkinson receives flowers from the Governor General as she celebrates her 100th birthday
His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, Governor General, visited centenarian Mrs. Victoria Wilkinson at her home where he wished and sang happy birthday...

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 08:36:39 EDT
Minister Munroe, Mrs. Ann Marie Davis attend MARCO's Alert Test at Aliv
Minister of National Security the Hon. Wayne Munroe joined wife of the Prime Minister and Office of the Spouse representative Mrs. Ann Marie Davis, and Aliv CEO John ...

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 14:03:14 EDT
High Commissioner of Canada calls on Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources
Her Excellency Emina Tudakovic, High Commissioner of Canada to Jamaica and The Bahamas, paid a courtesy call at the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources, N...

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 12:08:52 EDT
Minister Sweeting seeks to revamp Packing Houses
Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs the Hon. Clay Sweeting said the ministry is looking to revamp Packing Houses throughout The Bahamas to...

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:16:50 EDT
Prime Minister and DPM Arrive for Cabinet Meeting - PHOTOS
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper ar...

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 12:17:33 EDT
Tour of Award Winning Coral Vita
Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs, the Hon. Clay Sweeting, during his first official visit to Grand Bahama on Thursday had a tour o...

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 10:00:20 EDT
Sweeting opens Grand Bahama Co-op Offices
Co-operatives can not only maximize potential but move residents from workers to entrepreneurs, said Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affai...

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 09:23:11 EDT
Minister Glover-Rolle Announced Plans for the Public Service
Public servants who have been waiting to be confirmed will be, said Minister of State for the Public Service, the Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle on Friday.  This will happen,...

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 06:32:46 EDT
Death of Bahamian National, Clement J. Smith, Jr.
The Ministry wishes to advise that Bahamian national, Mr. Clement J. Smith, Jr., was  shot  and  succumbed  to  his  injuries  on  Saturday,  13th  November  2021  in  Sidney, O...

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:45:37 EDT
Canadian High Commissioner pays courtesy call on Minister Munroe
Minister of National Security the Hon. Wayne Munroe received a Courtesy Call, on November 12, 2021, by Her Excellency Emina Tudakovic, High Commissioner of Canada to Jama...

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 14:14:16 EDT
Office of the Spouse of the PM & Zonta in Campaign to End Gender-Based Violence
Under the theme, ‘ORANGE THE WORLD’ Ann Marie Davis, wife of the Prime Minister and representative of the Office of the Spouse, joined members of the Zonta Club i...

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 12:17:59 EDT
Conclusion of State of Emergency & Implementation of New Rules - Press Conference
Minister of Health and Wellness the Hon. Dr. Michael Darville speaks at the press conference on the Conclusion of the State of Emergency and Implementation of New Ru...

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 11:10:16 EDT
Remembrance Day Service at Mary Star of the Sea Church in Grand Bahama
The annual Remembrance Day Service was held on Sunday at Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church. Among those in attendance were Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger M...



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