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Govt targets $90m cruise passenger spending boost
The Government is targeting a near-28 per cent increase in cruise passenger spending yields to generate an extra $90 million in annual tourism revenue, a Cabinet Minister said yesterday.
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Bill passed to end Emergency Orders
MEMBERS of Parliament passed a bill yesterday to bring an end to certain suspensions implemented under the former Minnis administration through the Emergency Powers Orders.
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RoyalStar eyes Matthew payout ‘over’ $90m total
A Bahamian insurer yesterday said it will be paying out “in excess of $90 million” in Hurricane Matthew-related claims on behalf of itself and network partners, with 65 per cent already settled.
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Fear of 'potential tourism softness'
The Central Bank of the Bahamas has warned that “potential softness” in key visitor source markets is creating some downside for the tourism industry’s 2014 performance, with the sector “relatively flat” in January.
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Sports in brief
THE Junior Baseball League of Nassau is slated to host its first US Embassy/JBLN/MLB Baseball Skills Clinic October 30 to November 2 at the St Andrew’s Field of Dreams.
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Bahamas’ FIBA 2022 AmeriCup qualification bid comes to an end
TEAM Bahamas experienced another fourth quarter collapse against Puerto Rico and saw their FIBA 2022 AmeriCup qualification bid come to an end.
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Realtor near doubles plaza's occupancy within 10 months
A realtor has reversed the fortunes of a 15-unit commercial plaza within 10 months, taking occupancy levels from 50 per cent to 90 per cent.
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EDITORIAL: Govt should be applauded for egg project
FOR many years, some farmers have felt that governments have only paid them lip service when it comes to giving the industry a solid footing.
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Boutique resort targeting Bahamian business
INVESTORS behind Abaco’s Hope Town Lodge are hoping to make the boutique resort “a go-to” island destination for Bahamians, the group’s chairman telling Tribune Business, “I would like see us running at 80 or 90 per cent all year around”.
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Operators force deciding game 5
With the game and their season on the line, Keva Johnson powered inside for the winning basket to help the Bommer Gee Operators stave off elimination and force a fifth and deciding game.
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Hall of Fame glory
There have been so many special moments in his life, but one that will stand out for former track star turned elite coach David Charlton will be his induction into Howard University Athletic Department’s Hall of Fame for his contribution as an athlete from 1979-84.
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Broker 'optimistic' doctors' captive issues resolved
Broker 'optimistic' doctors' captive issues resolved By NEIL HARTNELL Tribune Business Editor A Bahamas-based insurance executive is "optimistic" that differences with the regulator over a captive insurer providing coverage to 70-80 Bahamian physicians
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Ortlise Lewis Coleby
Ortlise Lewis Coleby, age 90 of Ward Isle Way, Golden Gates #2 and formerly of Calabash Bay, Andros died at his Residence on Tuesday, November 13th, 2018. She is survived by her 1 Daughter: Minister Elscene Coleby-Pickstock; 6 Sons: Retired …
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Emma Valderine Pinder
Mrs. Emma Valderine Pinder age 90 years a resident of #22 Poincianna Avenue, South Beach Estates and formerly of Mortimers, Long Island died at her residence on Saturday May 23rd, 2015. She is survived by her son: Frank Pinder; daughter: …
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James Samuel Munroe
James Samuel Munroe, 90 yrs., a resident of Forbes Lane, Nassau Village & formerly of Southside, Exuma, died at PMH on 13th May, 2017. He is survived by his daughters: Patricia Warner, Brendamae Bullard, Lavern & Sybil Munroe; sons: James …
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Alfred Russell
Alfred "Uncle Bozy" Russell, 90 Of Crown Haven, Abaco, formerly of Cave Cay, Abaco, died at Rand Memorial Hospital in Freeport, Grand Bahama on Monday, 29th July, 2019. He is survived by his wife: Anna Russell; six sons: Joseph, Eddison, …
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Load shedding continues while BPL works to restore generation in North Andros
A WEEK after a catastrophic fire damaged Bahamas Power & Light’s facilities in North Andros, electricity has not been fully restored on the island.
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Munroe expects 90 per cent decrease in outpatient care when prison facility built
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said the Public Hospital Authority does not like prisoners receiving care at Princess Margaret Hospital –– one reason medical facilities will be built at the Department of Corrections.
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Veteran forward Kino Burrows scores 13 in 90-53 blowout victory for Byers
KINO Burrows and the FOS Provence Basket Byers continue the French LNB Pro B Leaders Cup as they continue their preparation for the 2020-21 season.
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Haitian migrants arrested by Defence Force
NEARLY 90 Haitian migrants were arrested by the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) early Wednesday morning, according to an RBDF statement.
