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OPTIMISM IN HAITI Govt. defends NIA 2024 amendment bill
 
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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 […]

DPM Robbery Suspect Awaits Bail

21 May 2015

Jeffrey King, one of three male suspects accused of the December 16, 2013 robbery at the deputy prime minister’s home, will have to wait another week before he finds out whether or not he will be granted bail. King, 25, appeared before Supreme Court Justice Vera Watkins on Tuesday afternoon for an expected ruling on […]

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Smith Applauds Gov’t on Freedom of Information

20 May 2015

Grand Bahama Human Rights Association President Fred Smith, QC, applauded the government yesterday for presenting a draft of the Freedom of Information Bill. During an interview with The Bahama Journal, Smith said the bill demonstrates the government’s genuine and sincere commitment to democracy. “I am absolutely thrilled and wish to extend congratulations to Minister Fitzgerald […]

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Kelly’s Announces Bride of the Year

20 May 2015

Kelly’s 23rd Bride of the Year Erin Brown-Brown might also be the Mother of the Year or the Disabled Person of the Year. Stalked by tragedy, she turns each blow into a challenge and then into success which she shares with those around her. There was not a dry eye in the room when Kelly’s […]

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GBS Hosts Inaugural Health Fair

20 May 2015

Over 400 employees from the Grand Bahama Shipyard (GBS) along with their families, invested in their health over the weekend. GBS which is one of the biggest ship repair companies in the region, houses three floating docks that feature all the capabilities and resources for dry-docking, repairs, upgrades and conversions of ships, as well as […]

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Stabbing Death at Potter’s Cay

20 May 2015

A man was stabbed to death yesterday at Potter’s Cay Dock. According to police reports, shortly after 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, a man was involved in an argument with another man at Potter’s Cay Dock. During that argument, one of the men stabbed the other critically injuring him. Shortly after, the victim was rushed to […]

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Grand Bahama Gospel Concert to Assist Pastor Lindy Russell

20 May 2015

Minister for Grand Bahama Dr. Michael Darville announced a gospel concert in aid of former Parliamentarian Pastor Lindy Russell’s medical expenses at a press conference on Monday at the Ministry of Grand Bahama. The concert is scheduled for June 7, 2015 at the Eight Mile Rock High School Gymnasium. Dr. Darville said as a result […]

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Bahamas Roadmasters Partners With HITS to Host Marathon

20 May 2015

An American based organization “Horse Shows in the Sun” (HITS) announced its partnership with Bahamas Roadmasters on Tuesday to host The Bahamas Half Marathon/10K and HITS Running Festivals Half Marathon Championships. The event which is slated for November 22 and it will not only bring international attention, but yield economic growth for the Bahamian economy. […]

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Cable Bahamas And Cash ‘N Go Team Up To Provide More Payment Locations For Customers

20 May 2015

In a move to meet customer requests for additional pay centres, Cable Bahamas has partnered with Cash ‘N Go to offer alternative sites for subscribers to make bill payments. As of this week, Cable Bahamas customers in New Providence can visit one of the six Cash ‘N Go locations on the island to pay for […]

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“Economic Recovery is on The Way,” Says Roberts

18 May 2015

Chairman of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Bradley Roberts said the country is on its way to economic recovery. He made this comment yesterday during the PLP’s third Anniversary Service of Thanksgiving at Mount Tabor Church. As the PLP continues into its third year of governance, Mr. Roberts gave remarks and in doing so mentioned […]

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Grand Bahama Nurses Undergo Leadership Training and Certification

18 May 2015

The Nurses ‘Leadership for Change’ graduation ceremony was held at Le Chateau on the Green last Friday, where 15 nurses were presented with their Inaugural LFC certificates. Speaking on behalf of the Minister for Grand Bahama Dr. Michael Darville, Senator Tanisha Tynes thanked the nurses for their invaluable contribution to the healthcare of Bahamians and […]

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