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Bimini starts to rebuild after terror of storm
BIMINI residents were relieved yesterday to start the laborious, but bittersweet process of restoration with no casualties or injuries after hundreds were unable to evacuate before the devastation from the passage of Hurricane Irma.
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Downed trees and Bimini left without power
AS Hurricane Irma barreled into Florida, the nearby island of Bimini experienced tropical storm conditions on Sunday with wind gusts of about 80mph, heavy flooding and reports of a tornado tearing roofs off homes.
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EDITORIAL: Politics has been put before patients at PMH
DURING the FNM’s first Budget debate shortly after being elected this year, Cat island MP Philip “Brave” Davis was on his feet in the House of Assembly to defend his defeated government’s decision to award $11m in contracts to build three clinics in his Cat Island constituency. In fact it was significant that the contracts were awarded just before the May 10 election. In addition to clinics for Cat Island, contracts were also awarded for a clinic in Rum Cay and one for San Salvador, bringing the total cost to just under $14m for Mr Davis’ entire constituency.
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Jonquel shines in WNBA playoff debut, Sun go home
JONQUEL Jones made her WNBA postseason debut yesterday but a standout game from the league’s Most Improved Player was not enough for her team to advance to the semi-finals.
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Bahamas 'dodges a bullet' from Irma
The Deputy Prime Minister yesterday predicted the Bahamas had “dodged a bullet”, with Hurricane Irma unlikely to force the Government into emergency borrowing. K P Turnquest told Tribune Business that while damage assessments have yet to be conducted
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Hurricane Irma updates: Weather warning for Freeport
Based on advice from The Meteorological Office, The Ministry of Education announces the following:
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Tornadic activity damages homes in Grand Bahama
MULTIPLE homes in Grand Bahama have been damaged as a result of tornadic activity due to Hurricane Irma, The Tribune was told.
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Ethian Campbell
The public is informed that Mr. Ethian Campbell, 82 yrs., a resident of Bay Lily Drive, Seabreeze has been cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Full house at Humane Society
BAHAMAS Humane Society Shelter Manager Percy Grant said yesterday the rescue organisation’s shelter facilities have reached maximum capacity as the country braces for the effects of Hurricane Irma.
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Minor League Baseball players in the spotlight
The Minor League Baseball regular season recently concluded in various leagues across the United States and brought an end to the year for several Bahamian players in their respective franchises.Many players completed their first full seasons at the
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1,000 volunteer to evacuate
NEARLY 1,000 Bahamians have already volunteered to evacuate their homes in the southern islands and temporarily relocate in New Providence as Hurricane Irma churns its way toward the country.
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Pinewood pleads: We need help NOW
AS the Bahamas braces for Hurricane Irma, residents of the Pinewood Gardens community yesterday raised concerns about the preparedness of roadside drainage in the flood prone neighbourhood.
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A COMIC'S VIEW: Big NFL names seeking a newemployer, career after football
NFL cuts always provide some major surprises this time of year. This year is no different. Here’s a look at some big NFL names that will be seeking a new employer, or worse a career after football, post NFL cuts 2017. Brock Osweiler, QB (Browns) A
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Unchecked spending boosted Govt deficit by 3.5% pts of GDP
Unchecked spending by the Christie administration added a sum equivalent to 3.5 per cent of GDP to the 2016-2017 deficit, Moody’s estimated yesterday, warning that Bahamian fiscal policy credibility has been undermined.
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Meditation – The sea
THINK of the uncontrollable power of a storm. Harvey is certainly making his presence felt in parts of Texas. In the face of such force we are reminded to be humble no matter how important we seem to be. Tragic loss of life is a sobering reminder of the many who have found themselves going to a watery grave.
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Dorsett faces new hearing
FORMER Cabinet minister Kenred Dorsett is due to reappear in Magistrate’s Court today in connection with allegations that he used his former ministerial position to extort and solicit $120,000 in bribes from Jonathan Ash.
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Ethian Campbell
Death Notice Ethian Campbell, 82 a resident of Bay Lily Drive, Seabreeze & formerly of Mangrove Cay, Andros, died at PMH on 23rd August, 2017. He is survived by his 2 sisters: Shirleymae Adderley & Ruthmae Curtis; numerous nieces & …
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MAUD PINDER
Funeral Service for MAUD PINDER, 84 a resident of Quakoo Street & formerly of Barretarre, Exuma, will be held at Southwest Cathedral Church of God, Carmichael Road, on Saturday 2nd Septemer, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Officiating will be Elder Kendal …
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EVERETT CORNELIUS TURNQUEST
Funeral Service for EVERETT CORNELIUS TURNQUEST, 84 of Deadman’s Cay, Long, will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church, Buckley’s, Long Island. Officiating will be Rev’d. Fr. Alvardo Adderley and Rev’d. Fr. …
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ALBERTHA MAY ROLLINS
Death Notice MS. ALBERTHA MAY ROLLINS, 82 a resident of #15 Charlene Close, off Adderley Terrance, Carmichael Road, died at the Princess Margaret Hospital on Sunday, August 27th, 2017. She is survived by her four sons: Gregory Armstrong, Victor Rollins, …
