LAING: ECONOMY WILL GROW THIS YEAR
By KHRISNA VIRGIL kvirgil@tribunemedia.com DESPITE an economically trying 2011, the Bahamas' economy is expected to experience some growth this year, State Minister of Finance Zhivargo Laing said.
PM reveals West End resort will be reopened
FREEPORT - While in Grand Bahama over the weekend, Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham revealed that the owners of the former Jack Tar Hotel are coming back to reopen the West End resort.
Christie: FNM made recession worse
FREEPORT - Opposition leader Perry Christie said the FNM government made the recession worse, causing increased unemployment and crime in the Bahamas.
Is Ingraham about to ring the bell?
PRIME Minister Hubert Ingraham abruptly suspended the House of Assembly in a move that shocked opposition members yesterday.
PLP takes another seat
The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) has increased its number of seats in Parliament by one
Failed candidate bids to lead FNM
DESPITE an unsuccessful run in the 2012 general elections, former FNM candidate Cassius Stuart said he is readying himself to be a serious contender for the party's leadership when conventions are held in the coming weeks.
Countdown to convention begins
THE countdown is on to the Free National convention slated for May 26, where the party will decide its future and who the leaders of the party will be going forward.
Police officer attacked at high school
TWO police officers have been violently attacked in separate incidents – one by a female student at a high school in Freeport.
Sherlyn Hall has not sought an extension
SIX days before the general election, Parliamentary Commissioner Sherlyn Hall confirmed on Thursday that his contract has expired and that he has not sought an extension.
