The Bahama Journal – Jones Communications Network

Tynia BrownJournal Staff Writer As part of the Davis administration’s “Clear, Hold, Build” strategy, local leaders are takingdecisive action to tackle the pressing issues of derelict vehicles and illegal dumping in BambooTown. Minister of State for Environment and MP for Yamacraw, Zane Lightbourne, alongsideMP for Bamboo Town, Patricia Deveaux, officially commenced the removal of abandonedvehicles […]

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By Tynia BrownJournal Staff Writer Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper hosted his parliamentary colleagues to an open housetour of the Tourism Development’s Incubator, titled Sun, Sand and Souvenirs where he and hisministry aims to give Bahamian small-business owners a platform to sell their products.The Ministry of Tourism is ramping up efforts to foster entrepreneurship and […]

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The official Opposition Free National Movement (FNM) has been relentless in its attacks on the Davis Administration of breaking its promise not to introduce new taxes. The opposition has accused the Davis Administration of disguising new taxes as fees and most recently the FNM Deputy Leader Shannendon Cartwright in a statement said the Davis Administration’s […]

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Tynia BrownJournal Staff Writer In a message delivered by Dr. Duane Sands, chairman of the Free National Movement (FNM),he provided a critique of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) and its handling of the economyover the past three years. Dr. Sands emphasized the stark reality that the purchasing power of$100 has diminished significantly, leaving many Bahamians […]

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FREEPORT, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas – A Panel Discussion on a Sustainable Development Agenda for Climate Vulnerable States was among the discussions facilitated as part of Diplomatic Week, 2024. Moderated by His Excellency, Ambassador Chet Neymour, Bahamas Representative, Organization of American States, the discussion placed a prioritization on climate actions focused on adaptation and mitigation; […]

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BY: Latonya RobertsJournal Staff Writer As the Ministry is observing the month of November as ‘Sports Heritage’month, Prime Minister Philip Davis will be inducted into the Ministry’s ‘SportsHeritage’ Hall of Fame amongst several other athletes that made an impact intheir respective sport fields.Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture Mario Bowleg made the announcementduring the Office […]

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FREEPORT, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas — Minister for Grand Bahama, Hon. Ginger Moxey pointed out that this year’s theme for Diplomatic Week – “climate, trade and cultural diplomacy” aligns with key priorities of the government’s ongoing efforts to recover, rebuild and revolutionize Grand Bahama Island and The Bahamas. The Grand Bahama Minister was among the […]

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SHENIA ROBERTSJOURAL STAFF WRITERVideo footage depicting a group of young men allegedly inappropriately touching anotheryoung man in an act of bullying has been circulating across social media for the past few days.Considering this many Bahamians have taken to social media platforms demanding justice forthe young boy and calling on officials to take action.During an interview […]

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By Gerrino Saunders — Journal Staff Writer  Many Bahamians both young and old, those that reside in the country and those that visit home from time to time are becoming increasingly distraught with what appears to be a breakdown in societal norms as the behaviour, mentality and cultural norms are fast becoming extinct. One of […]

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By: Latonya Roberts  Journal Staff Writer  Member of Parliament for North Abaco Kirk Cornish was cleared of his assault and death threats yesterday, after being found not guilty of two counts of rape. On Thursday, the Member of Parliament appeared in court before Justice Renea McKay and a nine-member jury.  He was represented by Defence Lawyer […]

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