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Woman killed in traffic accident named

THE woman fatally injured in a traffic accident in Grand Bahama this week has been identified as 77-year-old Ednamae Emmanuel, of Barnette Avenue, Holmes Rock.

Family Islands with no COVID-19 could see relaxation of restrictions

THERE could be a further relaxation of restrictions on more Family Islands with no COVID-19 cases, according to consultant to the Office of the Prime Minister Dr Merceline Dahl-Regis.

BPL Skyguard Heavy Rain, Wind Warning (May 14th-May 16th)

Periods of rain and thunderstorms will impact the area through Saturday morning as a broad area of low pressure develops over the area. Rainfall totals through Saturday morning will average 2-4 inches and can result in some flooding.

MINISTRY PRESS CONFERENCE: No new COVID-19 cases, 41 patients recovered

Speaking at the Ministry’s press conference, Dr Merceline Dahl-Regis said 41 patients have recovered so far and it’s been three weeks since a COVID-19 related death.

‘Better late than never’: Residents say action needed earlier to help stop Bimini outbreak

PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced a two-week lockdown of Bimini yesterday after two new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed on the island, bringing the total there to 13 and the country’s total to 96.

‘Luann’s death was no accident’

THE landlord of a woman killed in a hit and run last year believes she was intentionally mowed down and that the incident was not an accident.

Illnesses in children being monitored after signs rare disease could be linked to coronavirus

HEALTH officials are “actively” searching for signs of inflammatory illnesses among children who tested positive for COVID-19 after international reports have revealed that a rare disease found in children could be linked to the virus. The New York

Barbers and hairdressers waiting for opening go-ahead

WITH hair salons and barber shops closed, one local businessman said the COVID-19 pandemic has dealt a huge blow to his income and he is desperate to reopen. Besieged with calls from clients wanting to get their hair done, Trevor Johnson, general ma

Health chief 'deeply concerned' about growth of virus in Americas

THE director of the Pan American Health Organization, Carissa Etienne, called on countries to address health, social and economic emergencies, saying she is “deeply concerned” by the rapid expansion of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic in the A

Woman who made threat sent to anger management

A 36-year-old woman who was accused of threatening to kill another woman and her children has been ordered to attend anger management classes. Vernencha Deal appeared before Magistrate Andrew Forbes charged with one count of making death threats aft

$1,000 fine or six months in jail for drug possession

A 39-year-old man was ordered to pay a $1,000 fine or face six months in prison for drug possession yesterday.He was among several men who appeared in Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Andrew Forbes for drug-related offences. Many of those charged

Discharge for man who visited pregnant girlfriend during curfew

A MAGISTRATE discharged a man who was charged with violating the national curfew after the accused explained he only left his home to visit his pregnant girlfriend who was experiencing some difficulties.He was among several people who appeared before

$30,000 to aid home

THE Grand Bahama Children’s Home received a $30,000 cheque donation this week to assist with hurricane renovation at the facility.The funds, which were donated by Family Guardian and Sargicor Financial Corporation, is earmarked for the refurbishment

Tropical weather conditions expected to hit Grand Bahama

WITH a tropical depression system approaching the northern Bahamas this weekend, East End residents are preparing for the severe tropical conditions that are expected to hit Grand Bahama tomorrow. The system will bring heavy rain and high winds in t

THURSDAY UPDATE: Two newly confirmed cases of COVID-19

The Ministry of Health has reported that there are two newly confirmed cases of COVID-19. This brings the total number of confirmed cases to 96.

'Crime down, despite three murders in week'

DESPITE three murders happening so far this week, National Security Minister Marvin Dames said crime is down in the country. He said there is still a concern of someone being murdered or getting injured, adding he has been hearing from the police co

Rand set for bad weather

WITH severe weather expected to affect the central and northwest Bahamas this weekend, officials of Rand Memorial Hospital in Grand Bahama are taking extra precautions ahead of the system to secure patients in Samaritan’s Purse tents.

Minister supports Thompson elevation

NATIONAL Security Minister Marvin Dames has defended the promotion of Debra Thompson, the lead investigator of bribery complaints against former Cabinet minister Shane Gibson. Despite the criticism towards her rise in rank to Superintendent from Ass

'I'm afraid and worried. I just feel like I'm in a hole even talking about this'

LIFE for Juliet Dann has never been harder than it is now. The 48-year-old is caring for her four children, including one who is suffering from a debilitating eye disease in the United States, while sometimes living in a house without necessities as

Music Makers helping those hit by virus

IN an effort to assist those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, a local Junkanoo group will be distributing meal packages each week to vulnerable members in its community. Speaking to The Tribune yesterday, leader of Music Makers Keith Mason said th

BPL Skyguard Heavy Rain, Wind Warning (May 14th-May 16th)

STARTS: 05/14/2020 08:00 PM EDT EXPIRES: 05/16/2020 10:00 AM EDT

Bimini to go under full lockdown

Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has announced that Bimini will be under a full lockdown starting from Monday.

WHEN CAN WE COME HOME? Families stranded by travel ban feel abandoned in US

HURRICANE Dorian survivors stuck in the US amid the COVID-19 pandemic say they feel abandoned by the government after receiving no response from embassy or government officials on when they will be allowed to return home.

Dames defends police on lockdown parties

AS yet another video of a lockdown party raises eyebrows, National Security Minister Marvin Dames lamented yesterday that law enforcement cannot police everywhere all the time.

BPL union assured jobs safe

THE union representing Bahamas Power and Light workers said it has been assured there will be no layoffs at the power provider amid economic uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic.