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Conquerors, Crimestoppers pull off victories in NPBA
THE Police Crimestoppers and the Woodside Petroleum Conquerors both pulled off victories Tuesday night as the New Providence Basketball Association continued its regular season at CI Gibson Gym.
Govt urged: Push Port, Devco over Freeport marketing
A prominent attorney yesterday urged the Government to require that the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) and DevCo form a marketing organisation to promote Freeport to international investors, arguing that both had ‘pocketed’ millions in tax savings without providing something in return.
Despite 20% sales growth, business 'ain't what it was'
A Bahamian businessman said yesterday he had seen “slight growth” of 20 per cent in sales at his Prince Charles Drive company, while noting that business “is not like it used to be”.
Basketball Olympic journey begins this year
WHEN the Bahamas Basketball Federation chose to revamp its national team programme and its coaching staff, its intention was to bring greater focus and organisation in the sport for the country on the international stage.
Gov't: 20-25% payroll tax for VAT match
The Government would have to implement the private sector’s favoured payroll tax at a rate between to 20-25 per cent to hit its revenue targets, the Financial Secretary saying this meant the average Bahamian worker would see more than $200 per month taken from their salary.
Bahamian weather experts to give BNT presentation
TWO authorities on the Bahamian climate - former College of the Bahamas geography lecturer Neil Sealey and Department of Meteorology forecaster Wayne Neely - will give a joint presentation at the Village Road headquarters of The Bahamas National Trust on Wednesday, January 20.
Sports notes
THE New Providence Cycling Association is expected to be back in action with a time trial and road race this weekend.
Brothers’ murder trial discontinued
PROSECUTORS yesterday produced a written directive mid-trial from the Office of the Attorney General requesting that proceedings be discontinued against two brothers accused of a 2011 murder.
Remnant Tabernacle holds first pastoral election in 14 years
THE Remnant Tabernacle of Praise will be holding its official pastoral election on September 20 on the church premises.
Date for appeal of murder conviction
A NEW court date has been set for a man contesting his conviction and sentence in the Court of Appeal for a failed home invasion that turned deadly.
Chavez Young homers on rehab assignment in Single A
CHAVEZ Young continues to work his way back from an early season injury in his second stint with the Dunedin Blue Jay of the Single-A Florida State League.
How to apply for US student visas
How to apply for US student visas * Schedule an appointment for a visa interview by calling the fee-based Visa Information Service at 1-800-763-6812 or 1-800-709-1892. Note the $14 payment fee can be made via credit card or pin numbers can be obtained by
MAN CHARGED WITH $4,000 THEFT
A MAN was arraigned in Magistrate's Court yesterday in connection with the theft of nearly $4,000 from a service station where he worked. Delano Marc, 20, of Augusta Street, appeared befo
Celtics shoot past the Heat, 115-107
MIAMI (AP) -- A week ago, the Boston Celtics beat the Miami Heat with defense. This time, they did it with offense. Paul Pierce scored 27 points, Kevin Garnett added 24 points and nine rebounds, and the Celtics made their first eight shots of the fourth qu
Two accused over murder
TWO men were charged in Magistrate’s Court yesterday in connection with a homicide that occurred last month.
Cable names new addition to Board
Cable Bahamas has named attorney Marylee L. Braynen-Symonette to its Board of Directors after a more than 20-year career in the Bahamian legal profession.
Carnival to be postponed until May 18-20
LESS than a week after officials announced the event’s line-up, Prime Minister Perry Christie has confirmed that the 2017 Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival has been postponed until after the general election.
Alternatives to Customs duty
IF Customs duty revenue goes, some ideas where we can make up.
