22 September 2016
Despite talk of a petition to oust her, Long Island Member of Parliament (MP) Loretta Butler Turner seems to have the backing of many to remain as the island’s representative. Former MP for Long Island, Larry Cartwright told the Bahama Journal that there is no evidence of an alleged petition to oust the current MP, […]
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22 September 2016
The nolle prosequi prosecuted by Attorney General Allyson Maynard Gibson is just another example of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) putting foreign interests ahead of Bahamians, according to Free National Movement MP for Long Island Loretta Butler Turner. In a press statement yesterday, Mrs. Butler Turner said the move “is a blatant demonstration of the […]
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22 September 2016
Officials at the Registrar General’s Department says voter registration numbers for the 2017 General Election at this time are lower than normal; however Bahamians say they are registering because they want their voice to be heard. According to Parliamentary Commissioner Sherlyn Hall, in New Providence fewer than 2,000 Bahamians have reportedly registered to vote as […]
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22 September 2016
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism (BMOT) has locked in two major events that are expected to attract thousands of African-American visitors to The Bahamas in 2017. According to BMOT’s Director of the African-American market Linville Johnson, plans are underway for the international Black Women’s Public Policy Institute Conference to be held in Nassau in March […]
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22 September 2016
The Ministry of Tourism is gearing up to host a one-day symposium next week as part of the United Nations World Tourism Day to raise awareness about accessible tourism in The Bahamas. The symposium, slated for Tuesday, September 27, will take place at the Melia Nassau Beach Resort. Panelists include Prime Minister Perry Christie, architect […]
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21 September 2016
In shocking news to trade unionists, the criminal charges levied against executives of the Sandals Royal Bahamian resort have been dropped by the government. In a nolle prosequi signed by attorney general Allyson Maynard Gibson, Sandals General Manager Gary Williams, and another executive, Fritzroy Walker have had all charges against them dropped. The two were […]
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21 September 2016
Minister of State for Investments Khaalis Rolle says while there is much to be done, a draft document of the National Development Plan (NDP) should be ready in the near future. Although he was unable to give any specific dates of deadlines, Mr. Rolle says his team has been working tirelessly to ensure that the […]
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21 September 2016
Former State Minister of Immigration and Democratic National Alliance (DNA) Leader Branville McCartney yesterday said the frequent influx of illegal immigrants to The Bahamas will continue to persist if the county’s laws and policies are not revamped. Having worked on the ground, Mr. McCartney said the regular apprehension and deportation exercises are not the answer. […]
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21 September 2016
Democratic National Alliance Leader Branville McCartney said his party is stronger than ever as it readies itself for its general convention set for next week. The convention is set for September 29th and 30th at Breezes Resort under the theme, “The Power of Now”. Mr. McCartney stressed that the event will not be about simply […]
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21 September 2016
Thanks to efforts by the Royal Bahamas Police Force, hundreds of rounds of ammunition and s various dangerous weapons are now off the streets. Appearing before Magistrate Constance Delancy Tuesday afternoon to face charges were 31 year old Omar Roberts and 24 year old Jessie Roberts The couple were both charged with possession of ammunition. According to court documents, […]
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