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Bahamas Honorary Consular Corps reps visit the Truly Bahamian Brewery
CEO of Bahamian Brewery, James 'Jimmy' Sands, was on hand last week to welcome the 13 delegates of the Honorary Consular Corps in The Commonwealth of The Bahamas, who visited the island to hear about possible opportunities for investing in the Grand Bahama industrial sector. "I am pleased to be here to welcome you myself to the brewery," said CEO Sands. "It's ...
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40th anniversary Independence Youth Parade and Rally set for Friday
LEDEDRA MARCHEFN News Editorlededra@nasguard.comThe Grand Bahama Independence Committee has announced preparations for the 40th anniversary Independence Youth Parade and Rally on Friday.Cecil Thompson, undersecretary in the Ministry of Grand Bahama, revealed that all of the primary stakeholders in the private and public schools in Grand Bahama have consented to participate in historic event. The ...
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Local track club get big name
BUSTER?LAINGSpecial to TFNIn recent years, much has been written about the powerful track program of Dwayne Jennings' Golden Eagles and rightly so. Consider these accomplishments:* The Golden Eagles have now partnered with corporate giant Grand Bahama Power Company and are now the G.B. Power Company Golden Eagles.* Three reigning G.B.P.S.A.A. Track and Field Championships Most ...
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Salvation Army ready for Hurricane Season
Ashley PennFN News Reporterashley@nasguard.comWith the start of the hurricane season just 10 days away, the Salvation Army is prepared with its mobile kitchen, thanks to the generosity of Bahamas Wholesale Agency Ltd. (BWA).Salvation Army Captain Roger Compton highlighted the importance of planning in case of a disaster and noted that he was pleased to receive the $5,000 donation."In ...
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Gibson Morale high at NIB after Cargills firing
KRYSTEL ROLLEGuardian Staff Reporterkyrstel@nasguard.comAs the National Insurance Board (NIB) commences its search for a new director, Minister of Labour and National Insurance Shane Gibson said yesterday morale at NIB is at an "all time high" following the firing of former director Algernon Cargill.Cargill, who held the post more than four years, was fired last week for alleged gross ...
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Several churches desecrated suspects expected in court today
LEDEDRA MARCHEFN News Editorlededra@nasguard.comTwo males, suspected of desecrating a number of churches in the Hawksbill area and stealing several items from the sanctuaries, are expected to be arraigned in a Freeport Magistrates Court today.At last report, at least three churches were broken into last week and thieves made away with a number of items that were secured inside.As a result of ...
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Inaugural Bahamas LPGA event deluged by rain
It's likely that when the LPGA signed on for its first-ever event in the Bahamas, the Pure Silk-Bahamas LPGA Classic, tournament organizers expected a week of sunny skies with breathtaking island scenery. Instead, with the inaugural event slated to begin Thursday, organizers have received rain – and lots of it. According to reports, the course at Paradise Island received more than 12 ...
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Social Services Minister appealsto families to take responsibility
MATT?MAURABahamas Information ServicesBahamian families must assume individual and shared responsibilities for the positive development of their members in order to help reverse some of the social ills impacting the country, Minister of Social Services and Community Development, the Hon. Melanie S. Griffin said. "The family structure is where children learn principles and morality. It is ...
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Seven Fire calls so far this week
YASMIN?POPESCUFN News Reporteryasmin@nasguard.comAlmost on a daily basis fires or smoky areas have been seen around Grand Bahama. According to the Grand Bahama Fire Department they have had 283 calls so far for this year for fires bush and building.For the month of May alone there have been 19 calls so far, and for this week, from Sunday to Wednesday, there have been seven calls.Inspector ...
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Taking tennis to the schools
By Buster LaingSpecial to The FNThe once dormant Grand Bahama Tennis and Squash Club is now echoing with sounds of the "whack" of tennis balls and the 'grunts' of the players as the excitement of tennis is being re-vitalized; thanks to the partnerships between the High schools and the G.B.T.S. Club which is headed by Hall of Fame track and field coach and former teacher Errol ...
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Young officers are on the beat
SHARELL?LOCKHARTFN News Reportersharell@nasguard.comKids Kingdom preschoolers were abuzz with excitement as the school celebrated Community Helpers/Career Day.Youngsters dressed as doctors, nurses, chefs, sports coaches, police officers, educators and reverends to associate themselves with the community helper/career professional each student most desired to emulate. Proprietor and principal of ...
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HOYTES Tournament to be named in honor of Sir Randol Fawkes
By Andrew CoakleyFN Sports EditorGladstone "Moon" McPhee has finally gotten his wish.The popular Labour Day Basketball Tournament has officially been named the Sir Randal Fawkes Basketball Tournament, set to take place June 6-8 at the Georges High School.Confirming the new official name of the tournament was Founder of HOYTES, "Moon" McPhee during a press conference at the ...
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Kingdom Worship Centre holding Twoin One Singles and Marriage Conference
Desiree JosephFN News ReporterKingdom Worship Centre International Ministries opened its 'Two In One' Singles and Marriage conference earlier this week under the theme, "Mastering Marriage and Embracing Singlehood." Kermit Saunders, pastor of Kingdom Worship Centre International Ministries said, the conference came about after he was given a mandate by God to reach the body ...
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GBCC share its plans for Grand Bahama
Desiree JosephFN?News ReporterThe Grand Bahama Christian Council (GBCC) is planning an array of events in the upcoming weeks for the island, beginning with its newest initiative a Youth Christian Council. On Saturday, May 18 at the Revelation Faith Church on #64 Jobsen Avenue at 10:00 a.m., the GBCC will be meeting with all pastors and they are inviting them to bring their youth and youth ...
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$1010980 stashed in beer boxes
LEDEDRA MARCHEFN News Editorlededra@nasguard.comPolice arrested a male driver Tuesday morning after he was unable to say why there was more than $1 million in American currency in beer boxes in the vehicle. The cash, police believe, are proceeds derived from criminal conduct.The discovery was made around 11:30 a.m. by officers on mobile patrol in the Balao and Midshipman Road area when they ...
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Workers Blame Freeport for Fatal Incident at Giant Papua Mine
Members of Indonesian Workers Union (SPSI) pray outside the Ministry of Energy And Natural Resources in Jakarta, Indonesia during a solidarity rally for the victims of the collapsed mine at a Freeport mining area in Papua province, May 21, ...
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Bell defends govt on crime
The latest string of murders has renewed debate over crime with State Minister of National Security Keith Bell declaring that the situation would have been worse had the Free National Movement (FNM) been re-elected last May. But FNM Leader Dr. Hubert Minnis said the recent spate of violence should force the government to admit that it is "paralyzed" when it comes to fighting crime. ...
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Five arrested in shooting probe
Police have arrested five men for questioning over the Whit Monday double murder and shooting spree, and were looking for three more suspects. Assistant Commissioner of Police Anthony Ferguson yesterday urged anyone with information on the suspects' whereabouts to turn them in, and warned that people found harboring wanted men would be arrested. Ferguson said it was too early to say if ...
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Severe weather impacts NP
Meteorologists are warning Bahamians to be vigilant today as a moist and unstable air mass combined with an upper level trough continues to move through the central Bahamas, creating severe weather activity on New Providence. The unstable weather will trigger widespread scattered showers, severe thunderstorms, strong gusts, dangerous lightning, water spouts and possible tornadic activity, ...
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Baha Mar announces casino partner
MACAU - A management team involved in the opening of the largest casino in the world has signed on to lead Baha Mar's much-anticipated gaming product. Global Gaming Asset Management (GGAM), known for its work in Las Vegas, Macau and Singapore, will manage the Baha Mar Casino & Hotel when it opens in December 2014. The international firm played a leading role in Venetian Macau, which ...
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Govt to fulfill more election promises in 20132014
With a little over a week left until the Christie administration presents the 2013/2014 budget to Parliament, Minister of State for Finance Michael Halkitis said yesterday the upcoming fiscal year will give the government more leeway to implement some of its election campaign pledges. However, former Minister of State for Finance James Smith, who is now a government financial consultant, said ...
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Minnis wants emergency committee on crime
A national emergency plan that is non-partisan is needed to address the high crime rate in The Bahamas, Free National Movement (FNM) Leader Dr. Hubert Minnis said yesterday. Minnis said he will request an urgent meeting with Prime Minister Perry Christie to discuss the establishment of a crime committee made up of political leaders, members of civil society, the business community and the ...
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Govt in airspace talks with U.S.
The government held preliminary discussions with officials from the United States last week in a bid to finally gain control of the Bahamian airspace, Minister of Transport and Aviation Glenys Hanna-Martin said yesterday. Hanna-Martin said she along with other government officials had talks with U.S. officials in Washington, D.C. She said negotiations regarding the control of Bahamian airspace ...
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Bail appeal for ex-cop delayed
A former policewoman is scheduled to return to the Court of Appeal on Thursday in hopes of being granted bail pending trial. Toni Sweeting's bail hearing was adjourned yesterday because her lawyer, Jomo Campbell, had not filed an affidavit in support of the application. Sweeting, 27, was on duty when police officers allegedly found her with cocaine strapped to her body at Lynden Pindling ...
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Baha Mar casino seeks Asian flare
Macau's fingerprints will be all over Baha Mar, according to Baha Mar executives. The goal is to create a unique east meets west experience not seen in other gaming jurisdictions. JEFFREY ...
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Baha Mar integral to Bahamas long-term tourism plans
The Bahamas is already a major tourist destination in the Caribbean, but the financial crisis has reduced tourist numbers worldwide, creating a situation in which The Bahamas now have to compete globally for tourists. The Baha Mar resort, slated as a first-of-its-kind in the Caribbean hotel complex, may help it to do this.
The building of the Baha Mar resort on Cable Beach in Nassau has been seen by industry leaders across the Bahamas as a major investment in the future of the economy and tourism, which makes up a significant portion of the Bahamas’ GDP. It is a huge resort, costing $2.6 billion (by 2008 estimates), and will occupy an area of over 1000 acres. Read more
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