10 November 2023
By Delvardo EmmanuelJournal Staff Writer A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between the Bahamas Agriculture IndustrialCorporation (BAIC) and the Access Accelerator/Small Business Development Centre (SBDC), at BAICheadquarters on Monday. The two agencies have partnered to assist thousands of Bahamians to expeditethe path to their dream of owning a business.“I am elated to see the […]
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10 November 2023
BY DESTINY JOHNSONJournal Staff Writer The Ministry of the Environment, in collaboration with the Ministry of Marine Resources, hostedThe Gulf and Caribbean Fisheries Institute (GCFI) 76th Conference on Monday at the AtlantisBeach Resort, Paradise Island.The conference, under the theme ‘Linking Science and Society Towards a Vision for SustainableFisheries’ brought together likeminded individuals from across the […]
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10 November 2023
By Keile CampbellJournal Staff Writer Doctors Hospital West, located on Blake Road, announced its reopening, giving members ofthe press a tour of the enhanced facilities and briefed them on the services and treatmentsavailable at the private hospital’s western location.Doctors Hospital West specializes in urgent care, specialist appoint visits and advanceddiagnostics. Doctors Hospital President and CEO […]
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10 November 2023
Delvardo EmmanuelJournal Staff Writer A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between the Bahamas Agriculture IndustrialCorporation (BAIC) and the Access Accelerator/Small Business Development Centre (SBDC), at BAICheadquarters on Monday. The two agencies have partnered to assist thousands of Bahamians to expeditethe path to their dream of owning a business.“I am elated to see the collaboration […]
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03 November 2023
While there has been an increase in incidents of gun related deaths in The Bahamas, there is anemphasis to combat the surge of guns, gangs and violence in the Caribbean region.During the recent Organization of American States (OAS) Special Meeting of the PermanentCouncil, Trinidad and Tobago’s Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Reginald Armourexpressed […]
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03 November 2023
Conventions of the Progressive Liberal Party have always been groundbreaking in many ways not only for the party, but for the nation as a whole. Outcomes of the convention generally set the agenda for what the nation should expect as we seek to build for future generations. The first convention in the Aurora Lodge Hall […]
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03 November 2023
BY DESTINY JOHNSONJournal Staff WriterOn Monday, the demolition of unregulated communities, commonly known as shantytowns, willbegin in the areas of Kool Acres and All Saints Way.On October 2, a 28-day eviction notice was sent by the Unregulated Communities ActionTaskforce to 162 structures in these communities.Minister of Works and Family Island Development Clay Sweeting said these […]
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03 November 2023
By Gerrino J. Saunders In his weekly commentary meant for Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) members and supporters,incumbent party chairman Fred Mitchell announced that he has the support Prime Minister PhilipDavis which could tip the scales in his favour heading into the party’s convention.Mr. Mitchell will be challenged for the chairmanship by former Senator Robyn Lynes […]
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03 November 2023
Former Senator Alma A. Adams nee Hutcheson died peacefully at home at the age of 74.In an announcement of her passing, Adams’ family said, “She was a shining light in ourlives: great source of inspiration, guidance and love.” She was a devoted mother andgrandmother.Adams leaves behind memories of a wonderful life and a great contributor […]
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03 November 2023
By Licec BastianJournal Staff Writer The Consumer Protection Bill (2023) was debated and passed in the Lower Chamberon Wednesday evening. The new legislation which repeals and replaces the ConsumerProtection Act 2006 aims to put in place laws that protect Bahamian consumers andnot only target small businesses, but ensures that all businesses operate in a fair […]
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