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OPTIMISM IN HAITI

There is new hope for security in Haiti as countries around the world are pledging more support and funding to bring about peace and security in that Caribbean country.  The new Council there claims that the Haitian people are optimistic about the future.   The U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken pledged another $160 million in […]

Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis

Govt. defends NIA 2024 amendment bill

By Gerrino J. SaundersJournal Staff Writer The Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe said the NationalIntelligence Agency (NIA) Amendment Bill 2024 by the Davisadministration has breathed new life into the agency which is animportant arm of national security.Some of the major changes to the Bill include a change in name fromthe National Crime Intelligence Agency […]

Documents Needed for NHI Residency Requirement

27 April 2017

Since the launch of the enrolment phase of National Health Insurance on Monday, more than 3,000 Bahamians have enroled and selected their doctor from whom they will soon be able to receive Primary Care services at no cost at point of service. In order to enrol, you must meet all of the following criteria: 1.     […]

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High-Speed Police Chase Leaves One Dead

26 April 2017

A daring daylight high-speed chase, yesterday morning, turned deadly for one of the occupants of what police believed to be a stolen vehicle, a dark colored Nissan Cube, which crashed into a heavy steel gate in Pride Estates. According to Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Stephen Dean, officers of the mobile unit of the Royal […]

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Rolle Accuses DNA Candidate for Campaign Attack

26 April 2017

Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Pinewood candidate Khaalis Rolle said despite his efforts to stay above the political mudslinging, he is certain that someone is trying to smear his campaign by attacking a very important communicating avenue between Pinewood residents and his team.   “Someone reported our Facebook page, Pinewood Pride. That was a very popular […]

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Dr. Minnis Promises New Dock for Rum Cay

26 April 2017

Free National Movement (FNM) Leader Dr. Hubert Minnis promised Rum Cay residents yesterday that their most important needs would be met if his party forms the next government.   Among the promises made, Dr. Minnis noted that he will provide an upgrade to the transportation services and build a new dock, replacing the current dock […]

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FNM Candidate in Vehicles Scandal

26 April 2017

Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Chairman Bradley Roberts uncovered documents confirming Free National Movement North Eleuthera candidate Howard Rickey Mackey’s involvement in a scandal over a stolen vehicle and a fleet of unlicensed vehicles in Eleuthera.   Yesterday, Roberts revealed that Mackey is driving a stolen luxury 2014 Infiniti Jeep, which has no record of being […]

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“Try Me, Fire Me” – Parker Edgecombe

26 April 2017

Before scores of Free National Movement (FNM) supporters on Monday night in Bimini, the party’s West End and Bimini candidate Pakeisha Parker-Edgecombe challenged supporters to “fire” her if she does not successfully perform after being elected as their area representative.   The FNM is counting on Mrs. Parker-Edgemcombe in this her second attempt, to defeat […]

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CLICO Pays Out $5.5 Million

26 April 2017

CLICO Bahamas Limited held a second wave of payouts to its policyholders and secured creditors through the Government of The Bahamas in the tune of $5.5 million, according to Manager of CLICO Operations Vaughn Culmer, who applauded the government for living up to its word regarding the payouts. “It was a fantastic idea. It was […]

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Anglican Bishop Urges Voters to Get Involved in Election Process

26 April 2017

Ahead of the 2017 general elections, prominent Anglican Bishop Laish Boyd in a pastoral letter admonished Bahamians to become more involved in politics, despite the negative stigma attached to the process. Bishop Boyd urged citizens who can, to be a part of a local branch, an organizer, a worker and to campaign. “Let me say […]

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U.S. Wins Golden Baton at IAAF World Relays Bahamas 2017

25 April 2017

For the third consecutive time the United States team captured the coveted Golden Baton to win, overall, the IAAF World Relays Bahamas 2017.   The event was held April 22-23, 2017 at the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium where thousands gathered to cheer on their favourite country and athlete.   A rush of glitter, fireworks […]

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Man Shot Dead in GB

25 April 2017

A man was shot dead in Grand Bahama on Sunday evening. Shortly before 11 p.m., police were called to an apartment complex on Amberjack Street where police said they discovered the lifeless body of a male with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Two male suspects are in police custody […]

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