The Bahama Journal – Jones Communications Network

Springfield Road is no more! On Thursday, the street was renamed in honour of former parliamentarian and educator, Dr. Frank Edgecombe. Dr. Edgecombe was among the first group of teachers at The Bahamas Teachers’ College. He taught for 26 years and was a founding member of the Primary Principals’ Association. He was honoured by that […]

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A 26-page ruling from Chief Justice Sir Michael Barnett Friday morning brought to an end – at least for now – a fight that has been brewing for two months between the Anglican Central Education Authority (ACEA) and parents of 26 students of St. Johns College’s 2013 graduating class. But the lengthy fight did not […]

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Prime Minister Perry Christie yesterday extended condolences to the family of businessman, Raleigh Butler, who was remembered as a fine and outstanding member of society. Mr. Butler died this past weekend following a long illness. He was 81 years old. According to the prime minister, as the eldest son of the first Bahamian Governor General, […]

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Nearly 20 Cubans detained in The Bahamas will be granted territorial asylum in Panama. According to online news site, the Global Post, the Panamanian government made its decision for humanitarian reasons. “Panama received the request of 19 Cuban citizens to be covered by the asylum statute, a condition that will be authorized for them as […]

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The government collected over $21 million in revenue as a result of its real property tax amnesty programme. According to State Minister for Finance, Michael Halkitis, of the 2,000 property owners who took advantage of the amnesty period, more than 1,000 were not previously in the system.” “The good thing about that is now we […]

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A 23-year-old New Providence man appeared in a magistrate’s court on Friday to be formally charged with rape. His alleged victim was his 52-year-old mother. The man, clad in a black shirt and khaki pants looked Acting Chief Magistrate Joyann Pratt-Ferguson directly in the eyes the entire time his charges were being read. According to […]

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The homicide count shot to 69 this past weekend after a man was riddled with bullets. Police said the incident happened around 10:13p.m. Saturday in the area of Whites Addition, off Kemp Road. Preliminary investigations have revealed that the victim was shot multiple times. He died on the scene. Authorities are appealing to anyone who […]

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Bahamians travelling to the United Kingdom are strongly urged to ensure they are adequately prepared for the journey and asked to be particularly mindful of the following: • All Bahamians travelling to the United Kingdom should be in possession of valid passport • Bahamian tourists travelling directly to the United Kingdom from Nassau do not […]

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Students of an innovative leadership programme in The Bahamas were invigorated by their exposure to a more global landscape in Atlanta. According to Zhivargo Laing of the Bahamas Institute for Youth Leadership Development (BIYLD), students came to appreciate just how diverse career opportunities are when one’s vision is global. The BIYLD offers a 10-month leadership […]

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A modern roadway for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians in San Salvador is on the way. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Works and Urban Development, Philip Davis on Friday signed a $2.8 million contract with Symonette’s Enterprises to improve and maintain roads on the island. Deputy Prime Minister Davis urged leaders to view the project […]

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