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J Barrie Farrington was a ‘visionary leader’ and true friend to tennis
MANY would remember J Barrie Farrington for his stellar work as a hotel executive, but he was revered by others for his tremendous accomplishments as a rugby, baseball, softball and tennis player, mentor and a friend of sports.
‘I love Phoenix, I’m really disappointed we haven’t gotten a deal done yet’
AS the preseason comes to a close, contract negotiations between Deandre Ayton and the Phoenix Suns remain at a standstill while he continues to produce on the floor.
Nassau’s first five-ship arrivals since COVID
Nassau Cruise Port will today host five vessels for the first time since COVID-19 struck in March 2020, its top executive asserting: “We’re on the road to recovery.”
Family Island resorts ‘psyched’ on rebound
A senior tourism executive yesterday said Family Island hotels are “pretty psyched” about the upcoming winter season as they remain on track to beat 2021 forecasts by near 20 percentage points.
Five in court over incident that ended in airport officer being shot
FOUR men and a woman were yesterday charged with conspiring to commit armed robbery in connection with an incident that resulted in an officer being shot at Lynden Pindling International Airport last week.
Roadmasters pleased with turnout for virtual running of 125th Boston Marathon
ALTHOUGH we’re still dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bahamas Roadmasters Running Club was quite pleased with the turnout for their virtual running of the 125th Boston Marathon.
‘Don’t be dictated to’ by 15% corporate tax
The Bahamas “shouldn’t be waiting for someone to dictate to us” and must act now on tax and Business Licence reform ahead of the global push to a minimum 15 percent corporate tax.
Activist: Disney ‘first test’ for Gov’ts words, actions
Activists yesterday said Disney’s Lighthouse Point project will be “the first test” for the Davis administration when it comes to “matching words” in Opposition to “actions” when in government.
COVID death tally passes 600 milestone
THE Bahamas achieved another grim milestone over the weekend after the number of confirmed COVID-19 deaths reached 605, with one senior physician warning the country could be grappling with another coronavirus surge.
Ferguson makes his debut for the Ottawa Redblacks in CFL
CHRIS Ferguson made his long-awaited debut for the Ottawa Redblacks of the Canadian Football League.
Burrows and Tigers undefeated so far in preseason
SHAMAR Burrows continues to lead the Dalhousie Tigers in an undefeated preseason as Canadian U-Sports basketball returns to the floor.
Going the extra mile on compliance culture
Globally, many companies have struggled to meet investor expectations and remain competitive following the COVID-19 pandemic’s start. Regulatory environments have been enhanced, both globally and locally, to protect stakeholders while simultaneously cultivating an atmosphere for innovation and growth.
Man damages Christopher Columbus statue with sledge hammer
A man was arrested on Saturday afternoon for damaging the Christopher Columbus statue at Government House with a sledge hammer.
62 new COVID-19 cases
THE Ministry of Health reported sixty-two new COVID-19 cases and four more virus-related in its Thursday dashboard.
20-year manslaughter sentence quashed
THE Court of Appeal on Friday quashed the 20-year manslaughter sentence of a man who fatally stabbed another man he believed intended to rape him.
DIANE PHILLIPS: The Punch and the power of one
IF you read the final issue of The Punch yesterday, published three days after the death of its editor, publisher, creator and defender Ivan Johnson, you had this sinking feeling in your gut that an important chapter in the history of The Bahamas had closed.
Straw vendors want talks on reopening market
THE association representing straw vendors says it wants the new administration to engage vendors in discussions on the re-opening of the Nassau Straw Market after months of being left in limbo on the market’s return under the former government.
Four more COVID deaths confirmed
THE Bahamas recorded 60 new cases of COVID-19 and another four virus-related deaths on Wednesday, according to data released by the Ministry of Health yesterday.
Shell ‘still committed’ to BPL energy deal
Shell North America (NA) yesterday said it remains committed to sealing its energy partnership with Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) despite the deal being placed under review.
Building code ‘way behind the curve’
Construction industry professionals yesterday backed the Government’s plan to upgrade a Bahamas Building Code that is “way behind the curve”.
