-REFILE-Freeport Indonesia union says 35-40 pct of workers resume work

Reuters UK - Saturday 25th May, 2013

JAKARTA, May 25 (Reuters) - Between 35 and 40 percent of workers at Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc's Indonesian unit returned to work on Saturday to carry out maintenance work after a training tunnel collapse that killed 28 people, a ...

Submerged course makes for low scores in LPGA Bahamas Classic

General Sources - Saturday 25th May, 2013

Heather Bowie Young and Silvia Cavalleri, not pictured, are tied for the lead at six-under 39 -- an LPGA scoring record -- at the Bahamas ...

Mix-up at poll could impact Freeport Area School Board race

Tribune Review - Saturday 25th May, 2013

Armstrong County elections officials are investigating a problem that apparently resulted in some Republican voters being given a Democratic ballot at a Freeport voting location in Tuesday's primary ...

Two tied after bizarre 12-hole first round at Pure Silk Bahamas Classic

General Sources - Saturday 25th May, 2013

Ai Miyazato and her caddie paid extra attention to their yardage book during Thursday's first round of the Pure Silk Bahamas Classic on a makeshift 12-hole ...

LPGA Bowie Young Cavalleri tied in the Bahamas

General Sources - Friday 24th May, 2013

Silvia Cavalleri was hitting the ball so well Friday she was sorry the Bahamas Classic was held on only 12 holes. The slogan for the LPGA Tour is, "See why it's different out here." Was it ever. Bowie Young and Cavalleri were tied for the lead at 6-under 39, which by numbers alone broke the LPGA scoring record by 20 shots. Not to worry. Annika Sorenstam's 59 in Phoenix in ...

Bowie Young leads Pettersen in Bahamas

General Sources - Friday 24th May, 2013

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas – Heather Bowie Young made five straight birdies while hop-scotching across the golf course Friday in the Bahamas LPGA Classic. Bowie Young made birdies on half of the 12 holes the LPGA set up Friday for a 6-under 39 at the Ocean Club, giving her a one-shot lead in the middle of a long, strange opening round that had no chance of finishing because of a three-hour ...

John Bahamian Adventist State Side Finally after 20 years of my experience of ...

Bahama Journal - Friday 24th May, 2013

The leader of the fastest growing religious denomination in The Bahamas has claimed that the constitution doesn't outline enough measures that protect the fundamental rights of all Bahamians. Pastor Leonard Johnson, leader of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in The Bahamas addressing the Constitutional Commission this past Friday, expressed his disappointment in the way some people in the ...

Caribbean Fostering Protection for Coast and Sea Resources

Prensa Latina - Friday 24th May, 2013

Necker Island, UK Virgin Islands, May 24 (Prensa Latina) Representatives form governments and entrepreneurs from 15 Caribbean nations gathered in this 74-acre island in the north of the UK Virgin Islands, agreed to start the second stage of an initiative called "Caribbean Challenge" to face the environmental threats in the region, said a local press media Friday. To protect 20 percent ...

Will GB still get to host Senior Track Field Nationals

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

By Andrew CoakleyFN?Sports EditorIt seems ironic that around the time of the anniversary celebrations of The Bahamas Amateur Athletic Association, the executives of the BAAA have been embroiled in a conflict that is having negative consequences.May 6 marked the 61st anniversary of the formation of the BAAA.Just a week ago, a controversy surrounding a "he-say, she-say" finger pointing ...

2012-13 GBPSAA and GBSSAA Track Awards winners

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

BUSTER LAINGSpecial to TFNResults and Recap The 2012 -13 Grand Bahama Primary School Athletic Association and the Grand Bahama Secondary Schools Athletic Association Awards Day that was held last week Thursday was a great mix of humor and accolades. This is considered the biggest awards day for primary and high schools' Track and Field most outstanding teams, coaches and athletes.Athletic ...

Rolle blasts two home runs to lead the Pacers to win

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

By Buster LaingSpecial to The FNIf you made a gas station stop on your way to watch the Neko Grant/Anita Doherty Grand Bahama Primary School Athletic Association girls championships game or made a detour to pick up your kids along the way, you may have missed the entire game as the Walter Parker Pacers took one inning to blast the defending champions Maurice Moore Raccoons 15-1 in the Girls ...

Pacers lead the pack in the primary school rankings

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

BUSTER?LAINGSpecial to TFNAfter winning the Girls' Softball Championship title, a third Boys' Championship and a strong second place finish at the 2013 GB Primary School Athletic Association Track and Field Championships, the Walter Parker Pacers have overtaken Mary, Star of the Sea Stingrays as the leader in the GBPSAA 'Sport School of the Year' Rankings.The Pacers won the ...

Trouble in the BAAA

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

Kelsie JohnsonGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comWith the apparent removal of three executive members of the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA), the president of the esteemed body has come under fire.Three letters were issued, informing the executive members that they have been relieved of their duties, effective immediately. The BAAA is arguably the most successful ...

Bahamian duo wins doubles title in Plantation

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

KELSIE JOHNSONGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comThe doubles title from the Plantation grade four tournament was added to the career achievements of young junior tennis players Justin Roberts and Kevin Major Jr., this past weekend.The Bahamian duo defeated Lamar Remy and Alejandro Tabilo, a Canadian and American pair, 6-4, 3-6 (10-7), to win the Boys 18s title. In the opening round, ...

Rift is tearing BAAA executive board apart

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

KELSIE JOHNSONGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comIt appears that the rift that is tearing the local track and field body apart cannot be repaired unless a serious intervention takes place, this according to Iram Lewis.Lewis was one of three executive members ousted from the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) board, after a vote of no confidence on Wednesday. In a press ...

Darville we will be relentless in our agitation

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

YASMIN?POPESCUFN?News Reporteryasmin@nasguard.comWe will be relentless in our agitation for a Freedom of Information Act, an Environmental Protection Act, and whatever other legislations and regulations are necessary to safeguard this archipelago, and keeping it as the awe struck astronauts, viewing our archipelago, from the realms of outer space, designated it the central gem of Mother Earth. ...

GB Youth Choir rehearsing for Our Bahamian Story 2

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

JENNEVA?RUSSELLFN?PhotographerThe Grand Bahama Youth Choir is gearing up to celebrate its fourth anniversary this year with Our Bahamian Story 2. The event that is scheduled to take place June 2 at Grand Lucayan Ballroom, will feature the finest and best young vocalists on the island.The group is currently putting in extra practices as well as finalizing details for the grand concert in order to ...

New business gearing up for grand opening

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

Ashley PennFN News Reporterashley@nasguard.comA new business venture with a whimsical flare made its way to the scene recently in the Seahorse Shopping Plaza and has finally scheduled its grand opening for June 1.With the option for customers to choose, mix, weigh then pay, Island Yogurt is one that has been a delight to customers since its initial opening last December.Owner of the ...

New environmently friendly product to be released

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

Desiree JosephFN News ReporterOverseas Marine Company has partnered with the Trinidad Tank and Fuel Services Ltd. to introduce a new, environmentally friendly product called 'De-Oil-It.'De-Oil-It is a non-toxic, unique blend of chemicals that completely removes all fuel and oil stains, as well as odors related to grease, fuel and oil spills found on land or water. It also breaks down ...

Dynasty Stars complete successful tour of GB

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

Dynasty Stars of New Providence completed a successful tour of Grand Bahama with victory in two matches over Lucaya Cricket Club last weekend in Freeport. The visitors won the Vera Clarke Memorial Trophy on Saturday and walked away with the Shawn Wills trophy on Sunday. Both matches were played at the Lucaya Cricket Club. On Saturday, after winning the toss and batting first, the home team was ...

Governor General arrives on GB for Independence Celebrations

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

Their Excellencies Governor General Sir Arthur Foulkes and Lady Foulkes were welcomed as they arrived on Grand Bahama Island for a weekend of festivities commemorating the country's 40th Independence celebrations.On hand to greet them were numerous government officials and private sector parties, including Sarah St. George, Vice Chairman, The Grand Bahama Port Authority, Limited (GBPA) and ...

Pupils get set for a high seas adventure

Freeport News - Friday 24th May, 2013

SHARELL?LOCKHARTFN News Reportersharell@nasguard.comFirst graders of St. Paul's Methodist College were wide-eyed with wonderment as they learned about transportation via the high seas.Led by teacher Natasha Thompson and a group of parental chaperones, the students visited the Freeport Harbour where they got a chance to tour the harbor on-board the pilot vessel MV Nina Ann.The students were ...