Two women charged with voyeurism
TWO women accused of voyeurism after allegedly being found in possession of a nude video of another woman were granted bail yesterday.
Fugitive returned to face murder trial after 20 years on the run
A MAN who fled the jurisdiction more than 20 years ago is set to face trial for murder and armed robbery.
Mental health support demand spikes as suicides rise
THE Bahamas Psychological Association (BPA) says it has seen increased demand for mental health support in 2025, with notable spikes in calls to its helplines during certain months.
FNMs Central and South Andros nomination battle heats up
THE contest for the Free National Movement’s nomination in Central and South Andros is heating up, with supporters turning out in strong numbers for a recent party meeting on the island where two aspirants outlined their visions for the community.
Surge in voter registrations follows Boundaries Commission report tabling
THE Parliamentary Registration Department reported a significant increase in voter registrations and transfers since the tabling of the Boundaries Commission report in Parliament earlier this month.
Voter registration tops 196k ahead of upcoming election
PARLIAMENTARY Commissioner Harrison Thompson yesterday said more than 196,000 people are currently registered to vote, adding that he does not anticipate a significant increase in that number as many voters have already registered ahead of the general election.
Tributes for ‘kind hearted and loving’ teen car crash victim
HEARTFELT tributes from family and friends have flooded social media following the death of 18-year-old Chanell Adderley who was killed in a car crash this week.
No need for police probe over dismissed officer
IMMIGRATION Director Stephen LaRoda said he is satisfied that the matter involving a dismissed immigration officer has been concluded and that there was no further need for police action at this time.
Relocated Fort Fincastle vendors suffer low sales
The Straw Businesspersons Society president yesterday asserted that low sales continue to plague vendors at Fort Charlotte because only a small fraction benefit from tour bus traffic.
Munroe: Officer in bribery video expected to face accountability
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said yesterday he would be surprised if the police officer seen in a viral video allegedly soliciting a bribe from a tourist is still on active duty, suggesting the officer may have been reassigned while investigations continue.
Lucayan staff sent home without pay
Uncertainty deepened for Grand Lucayan Resort workers yesterday after employees were sent home from the government-owned property without pay as concerns also surfaced over access to National Insurance benefits.
Munroe faces challenge for party nomination in Freetown
FREETOWN MP and Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe will face off with his challenger Ormanique Bowe today when they meet with the Progressive Liberal Party’s Candidates Committee as it finalises its remaining slate of candidates ahead of this year’s election.
Immigration trainee fired over bribery voice notes
AN immigration officer has been dismissed with immediate effect from the Department of Immigration after voice notes circulated online suggesting the solicitation of a bribe.
RBDF officer in custody after robbery and shooting incident
A Royal Bahamas Defence Force officer is in custody following an armed robbery and shooting in the Carmichael Road area that saw an out-of-service government vehicle used as the getaway car.
Police launch major new push to disrupt firearms trafficking
THE Royal Bahamas Police Force has launched a Firearm Trafficking and Criminal Justice training programme aimed at strengthening officers’ ability to disrupt the flow of illicit firearms into The Bahamas.
