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Funeral homes: Regulation requiring ‘proper structure’
Bahamian funeral homes yesterday said the Government's plans to introduce a regulatory framework for the industry must create "a proper structure" that only permits persons with the required qualifications to practice.
Bahamas eyes it usage for poaching crackdown
A Cabinet minister yesterday said the Government will be looking to information technology (IT) to aid The Bahamas' battle against poachers and illegal fishing vessels.
Minister: 'No desire' to avoid Procurement Act mandates
A Cabinet minister yesterday asserted there was "never any sort of desire or intention to circumvent" the Public Procurement Act's requirements as he blamed any non-compliance on the need to put in place supporting infrastructure.
Chamber chair: Gov't must go further with legislative agenda
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation's (BCCEC) chairman yesterday voiced concern over what she branded a "lack of substantial support" for the private sector in the Speech from the Throne.
Caribbean agriculture event to feature marijuana discussions
A Cabinet minister yesterday said talks on marijuana cultivation and the accompanying regulatory regime will be held with regional leaders at the upcoming Caribbean Week of Agriculture.
FRONT PORCH – Bahamas Christian Council: an object lesson on intolerence
BAHAMAS Christian Council President Bishop Delton Fernander, who has become expert at being unwitting, has unwittingly done the country a blessed favour.
COI protest: Demands govt fire Keith Bell, and they are ‘standing up for straight Bahamians’
DOZENS of Coalition of Independents supporters, led by leader Lincoln Bain, protested on Bay Street as Parliament reopened yesterday.
ArawakX won’t give top investor his 22%
The Bahamas’ first-ever crowd-funding platform plans to bar its largest investor from taking a 22 percent equity stake in the business following the fall-out that triggered its present regulatory woes.
Hotel expansion: ‘All our fears come true’
Two prominent Bahamian businessmen yesterday voiced fears their area’s property values will be undermined if a Bahamian hotel’s planned expansion worsens existing traffic and noise woes, adding: “All our fears have come true.”
Development Plan’s ‘final 20%’ target year-end for completion
The final “20 percent” of The Bahamas’ National Development Plan (NDP) is being targeted for completion before year-end, it was revealed yesterday, as the Davis administration moves to give it the full force of statute law.
Central Bank drops 2024 cheque elimination target
The Central Bank has abandoned its original target of eliminating paper cheque use by year-end 2024 because “a compelling fraction” of Bahamians need more time to adjust, its governor affirmed yesterday.
Defence Force officers expected to be sent to Haiti already selected
NATIONAL Security Minister Wayne Munroe said the 150 officers expected to be sent to Haiti for a multi-national security mission have already been chosen and trained.
Chisholm Jr, Marlins lose Wild Card Series
Phillies sweep Marlins to earn NL Division Series rematch with MLB-best Braves
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Bryson Stott crushed the second grand slam in Philadelphia Phillies postseason history and Aaron Nola tossed seven shutout innings in a performance worthy of a postseason ace that led to a 7-1 win and a two-game sweep over the Miami Marlins in their NL Wild Card Series last night.
Hinzey named assistant coach for Huskies
BAHAMIAN Latrel Hinzey has recently been added to the Haldimand Huskies Basketball Club coaching staff as an assistant coach. The Ontario team earned three division championships in the under-15 (U15), under-17 (U17), and under-19 (U19) categories of the Ontario Cup Provincial Championships this year.
GSSSA volleyball season on tap at three gymnasiums
Junior and senior teams compete for spot in the playoffs
THE Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) volleyball season got underway this Monday and action continued yesterday across three gymnasiums.
‘Buddy’ focused on training camp amid contract talks
INDIANA Pacers shooting guard Chavano “Buddy” Hield is focused on training camp despite ongoing conversations surrounding his contract extension with the team.
Withdraw planning application
I read with interest the comments of Oniel Khosa, owner of the Stone’s Throw Away hotel, regarding his proposed development of a grocery store and café (and “F&B, etc” whatever that means) in a low-density, quaint, residential area.
Valid complaints
I am a resident of the Gambier Heights Subdivision.
Developing the softer side in technical skills training
Business leaders and those charged with the responsibility for hiring workers have an old saying that sums up the proficiencies needed for employment. “Hard skills will get you the interview; soft skills will get you the job."
Economic security high on Gov't list as GG sets out legislative agenda
The Government pledged to focus on economic security yesterday as one of the three key pillars of national development outlined during the speech from the throne, read by Governor General Cynthia “Mother” Pratt.
