Banks may face new rules on account fees
CENTRAL Bank governor John Rolle said one solution to high bank fees is to require banks to offer a basic banking account with regulated costs.
Defence lawyer berates WSC general manager for ‘not answering questions’
A DEFENCE lawyer berated Water and Sewerage Corporation’s (WSC) general manager, Robert Deal, yesterday for “wasting” the court’s time, accusing him of not directly answering questions during cross-examination.
Police looking for four men involved in armed robbery at a residence
POLICE are searching for four men believed to be responsible for an armed robbery that took place in the early hours of Monday at a residence on Sanford Drive.
Bowleg announces changes to Grand Bahama’s New Year’s Junkanoo parade
THE New Year’s Junkanoo celebration in Grand Bahama will see significant changes in 2025, with a new date, a route change, and an additional parade in West Grand Bahama, according to Youth, Sports, and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg.
GBPA sponsors three-day ‘Freeport Got Talent’ event at Port Lucaya
A “Freeport Got Talent” event will take place this weekend in Grand Bahama, featuring over a dozen contestants vying for cash prizes up to $5,000.
27-year-old charged with unlawful sex with 13-year-old girl jailed for bail breach
A 27-year-old man who had unlawful sex with a 13-year-old girl he met online was sentenced to six months in prison yesterday for breaching bail after failing to appear in court for sentencing.
Man accused of double shooting that left child dead in 2017
A MAN was remanded to custody yesterday after he was accused of a fatal double shooting that left a child dead on Rosebud Street in 2017.
Defendant adamantly pleads ‘not guilty’ to accusation of injuring pitbull puppy
A MAN was granted bail yesterday after he was accused of seriously injuring a pitbull puppy last week on Hay Street.
PM: 'No intention' to raise water rate or tax wells
Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis has issued a statement in response to today’s Tribune story detailing proposals by the Water and Sewerage Corporation to increase consumer prices or impose taxes on homeowners with private wells.
Two drown in separate incidents over weekend
A FIVE-year-old boy and a 35-year-old American woman died in separate drowning incidents over the weekend.
CV Bethel ‘overcrowded and rat-infested’
TEACHERS at CV Bethel High School are grappling with overcrowded, stiflingly hot classrooms, inoperable bathrooms, and a rodent-infested campus, prompting the government to intervene after a list of complaints, according to Bahamas Union of Teachers president Belinda Wilson.
Specialised nurses are main need as shortage cut in half, says Darville
THE national nurse shortage has been cut in half, with most remaining vacancies in specialised nursing roles, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said on Friday.
Cannot afford ‘business as usual’ on climate, says PM
PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis warned that the world can no longer afford “business as usual” on climate action, as global temperatures have now exceeded the critical 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold for an entire year, putting both humanity and vulnerable nations like The Bahamas at risk.
WSC asks to put up water prices
A Cabinet minister last night said “no formal decision” has been taken on Water & Sewerage Corporation proposals to increase consumer prices or impose taxes on homeowners with private wells.
Over 1,300 tickets sold for annual Hands for Hunger’s fundraiser, Paradise Plates
HANDS for Hunger’s annual fundraiser, Paradise Plates, blossomed into a memorable evening of culinary excellence and vibrant entertainment on Saturday night, enhanced by a Bridgerton theme that infused the event with lush decor.
