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Come on down, Canada

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation delegates lead by Minister of Tourism Dionisio D’Aguilar as well as numerous industry partners took media outlets and tour operators in Canada on a whirlwind tour of the Islands of the Bahamas, solidifying the messaging of the Bahamas being a viable destination for the Canadian tourists, despite the impact of Hurricane Dorian

Potter’s Cay security to rise after sex attack

TRANSPORT Minister Renward Wells says officials are looking to boost security at Potter’s Cay after a woman was assaulted there.

‘Alrae had suffered head injury’

THE father of one of two men who died mysteriously in an Italian river claims one of the men had a blow to the head.

Nygard tries to dodge jail term

LAWYERS for Canadian tycoon Peter Nygard filed an urgent application on Monday to appeal Justice Ruth Bowe-Darville’s decision last Friday to jail the fashion designer for 90 days and fine him.

Jobs corps training plan offers free courses

THE Citizens Security and Justice Programme has officially started, enrollment to its Job Corps training initiative that offers free courses for young Bahamians in up to four disciplines. With the sessions set to begin in the first quarter of 2020,

Marijuana Commission 'will not be influenced by PM's comments'

THE prime minister’s recent comments supporting decriminalising possession of small amounts of marijuana and making the substance legal for medicinal and/or scientific purposes will not influence the Bahamas National Commission on Marijuana’s report

Crown wraps up its case against Gibson

THE Crown closed its case yesterday against former Cabinet minister Shane Gibson over allegations he demanded more than $300,000 from local businessman Jonathan Ash to ensure the contractor would be paid for hurricane cleanup efforts.

Sexual assault still the most reported crime on cruise ships

ALLEGED sexual assault remains the most reported criminal activity on cruise ships, according to international statistics. Data released in the United States under the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act (CVSSA), shows there were a total of 46 rep

'PLP's bond plan would not have meant higher prices'

OPPOSITION Leader Philip Davis said the Progressive Liberal Party’s rate reduction bond plan would not have resulted in increased electricity costs for most customers. Customers are bracing for an extra charge as Bahamas Power and Light moves to ref

Feeding 5,000 families

IN an effort to fight hunger in the country, AML Foods Limited has launched its fourth annual “Feed 5,000 Families” give back initiative, which will help provide meals to families in need during the holidays.During a press conference held at Solomon’

Dominican poachers beg court for mercy

NEARLY 20 Dominican poachers admitted yesterday to plundering Bahamian waters of nearly 3,000 pounds worth of fisheries last week.

Abuse claims ‘will be examined’

IMMIGRATION Minister Elsworth Johnson said officials will investigate any documented allegations of abuse towards Haitian migrants.

Open verdict in cement mixer death

A JURY could not decide whether a man’s death from having his legs mangled in a cement mixer last year was an accident or otherwise.

Taxi union threatens stoppage

THE Bahamas Taxi Cab Union is threatening to withdraw services this holiday season if Transport Minister Renward Wells does not meet with them soon to disclose the government’s plans for the sector on the issue of taxi plates.

BCB disappointed as staff hold 'sick out'

THE Broadcasting Corporation of the Bahamas said disappointed employees engaged in a sick out last week, less than 24 hours after a meeting was held explaining actions to be taken to address the workers’ concerns. The workers’ complaints centre on c

Armed robbery at gas station

POLICE are searching for the armed man who robbed a gas station in east New Providence on Sunday night. Shortly after 10pm Sunday, an armed man entered the gas station on Fox Hill Road and Prince Charles Drive, held a cashier up and robbed the estab

Fire onboard captured craft

FIREFIGHTERS from the police department were called to the Royal Bahamas Defence Force base late on Sunday night to assist in extinguishing a fire onboard a captured craft. The isolated fire was discovered by RBDF marines. They attempted to extingui

Police arrest three after shots fired

POLICE arrested three men who shot at them and led them them on a car chase in Yellow Elder Gardens on Sunday night. A man is also in hospital after he was found in the area with a gunshot wound, police said. Police said swift action by officers le

New disaster relief fund aims to raise $100,000

A NEW disaster relief fund announced yesterday will focus on areas hit hardest by Hurricane Dorian, in order to drive relief and recovery efforts on the ground in Sweetings Cay, Grand Bahama. The fund is being formed through a partnership between Gl

Missing pilot's brother calls for higher aviation standards

THE brother of missing pilot Byron Ferguson wants stronger aviation standards to be implemented as a result of the family’s legal battle.On November 8, 2018, Mr Ferguson’s aircraft plunged into waters off Nirvana Beach. A portion of the aircraft was

Tourists arrested after drugs found in separate incidents

SEVEN male tourists — six Canadians and one American — were arrested in two separate incidents after they were found in possession of drugs.

PM outlines immigration challenges

IN a meeting with European Commissioner responsible for Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management Christos Stylianides, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis outlined challenges this country faces from illegal migrants.

Our Dutch ships deal was transparent, says Christie

FORMER Prime Minister Perry Christie said he is unaware of any impropriety or irregularity related to his administration’s acquisition of nine Royal Bahamas Defence Force vessels from a Dutch group.

Millions lost in computer fiasco: PLP’s failed deal to digitise vital patient records

A FURIOUS legal battle is brewing over an $18m Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) contract that a Cabinet minister admitted has “crashed” and delivered zero value for taxpayers and patients alike.

PM gives backing for legal marijuana

PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis says he favours decriminalising possession of small amounts of marijuana and making the substance legal for medicinal and/or scientific purposes.