Coleby-Davis clarifies BPL’s Power Purchase Agreement
ENERGY Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis clarified in the House of Assembly that Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) is not renting two newly commissioned turbine engines to improve power reliability.
Minister: I’m no cheat
ENERGY Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis filed a complaint with police against social media personality Brittany Harris, accusing her of criminal libel.
First Applebee’s eatery to hire 150 Bahamians
The first-ever Applebee’s restaurant in this nation will hire 150 Bahamians ahead of its November 2024 opening at Fusion Superplex, its local franchisee announced yesterday.
Payments provider unveils three web-based platforms
A Bahamian financial technology provider says it has launched three new web extensions to give consumers greater flexibility in accessing these services directly through their web browser.
Davis Administration tables bill to establish an Urban Renewal Authority
THE Davis administration tabled legislation to establish an Urban Renewal Authority to enhance residents’ quality of life in designated urban communities.
Hoof! Equestrians kick off horse show season
EQUESTRIANS kicked off the 2024-2025 horse show season with a weekend of camaraderie, teamwork and spirited competition, as four teams gathered to contest the first leg of the Bahamas Interscholastic Equestrian League (BIEL).
BNT concerned over mistreatment of conch
THE Bahamas National Trust (BNT) has expressed concern over reports of cruise passengers mistreating juvenile queen conchs on Princess Cays and has pledged to investigate the allegations.
$275m Four Seasons condo set to employ over 200 Bahamians
THE Davis administration have signed a Heads of Agreement to construct what officials say will be the “largest” Four Seasons condo hotel in the Caribbean.
‘Suicides more commonly are teens and young adults’
AFTER the shocking suspected suicide of an eight-year-old boy last week, renowned psychiatrist Dr David Allen said he is aware of children aged 10 and 11 committing suicide, adding that there are more people in his outreach programmes talking about wanting to hurt themselves.
Davis: Engine deal to bring reliable power
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis has announced that a power purchase agreement between Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) and Energy Bahamas Holding Limited had been finalised, a “significant step” toward ensuring reliable energy for the country.
No bail granted for man accused of last week’s Sunset Park murder
A MAN was remanded into custody yesterday after he was accused of fatally shooting a young man in his car outside his home near Sunset Park last week.
Man accused of stabbing his father in neck and shoulder
A 21-year-old man was granted bail yesterday after he was accused of stabbing his father in the neck and shoulder last week in their home.
Woman charged with trying to smuggle drugs worth $75k
A WOMAN was granted $15.000 bail yesterday after she was accused of trying to smuggle $75,000 worth of drugs into Exuma last week.
‘Grand Lucayan sale waits on buyer meeting requirements’
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis said the government is still waiting on a potential buyer of the Grand Lucayan resort to meet key requirements.
Romer: Aviation exam not designed to set anyone up for failure
AVIATION Director Dr Kenneth Romer said the government is taking steps to comply with international safety standards without jeopardizing the careers of pilots, despite mounting concerns over a new mandatory air law exam.
