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Sun, 13 Feb 2022 13:44:39 EDT
Youth Minister Mario Bowleg relaunches Fresh Start Program in GB
“We can always build the future for our youth, but our youth must prepare themselves for the future,” said Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Hon. Mario Bowl...

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:34:42 EDT
Minister Clay Sweeting installs over 30 local government officers in Grand Bahama
Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs, Hon. Clay Sweeting told newly elected Local Government officials that now is a good time to be in l...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:10:30 EDT
New Board Announced for Access Accelerator Small Business Development Centre
The government has announced that the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC) has a new board of Directors. The announcement was made on Thursday, 10th February at the ...

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:25:34 EDT
New BAMSI President Pays a Courtesy Call on the Minister of Social Services & Urban Development
NEWLY APPOINTED President of the Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) Senator The Honorable Dr. Erecia Hepburn on Tuesday paid a courtesy call t...

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 15:14:06 EDT
UB Expands Partner Institutions for College Credit Transfer
University of The Bahamas (UB) has forged a partnership with Saylor Academy, an open access education provider, to increase pathways to higher learning and professional development. UB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sayl...

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:00:43 EDT
Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper paid respects to the Late Rev. Dr. Charles W. Saunders
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper paid respects to the late Rev. Dr. Charles W. Saunders CM, CBE, JP, Pastor...

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:05:23 EDT
22nd Annual Christmas Bird Count in Honour of the Late Erika Gates
In December 2021 and January 2022, the Grand Bahama Island Birders (GBIB) group conducted its 22nd annual Christmas Bird Count. This was the first time that GBIB ...

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 12:08:01 EDT
New Hotel Licensing Board Meets
The Hon. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (MOTIA) met with the new Hotel Licensing Board, January 12, 2022. ...

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 15:47:46 EDT
Over 600 Nominate for Local Government Elections
Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs, the Hon. Clay Sweeting, said he is pleased with the number of individuals who recently nominated for the upcoming Local Government elections on January 27. Nomination Day ...

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:38:09 EDT
Prime Minister Davis Pays Tribute to Sir Sidney Poitier in the House of Assembly
During his tribute to Bahamian icon the late Sir Sidney Poitier, on January 12, 2022, in the House of Assembly, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Da...

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:24:30 EDT
PM Davis joins Ministers on Tour of Schools
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis joined Minister of Education and Technical & Vocational Training the Hon. Glenys Hanna Martin; Minister o...

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:16:19 EDT
DPM Cooper meets Board and Executives of Bahamasair
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments  & Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper meets and greets the Bahamasair Board and Executive Team ...

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 09:12:27 EDT
Fact sheet - Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture Virtual Junkanoo Parade
The Government of The Bahamas, through the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, grants a stipend to all Junkanoo organizations to assist in their participation in Junkanoo parades.  In our commitment to transparency, the Ministry...

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 00:37:43 EDT
Nassau Village Cleanup Campaign
  The Nassau Village constituency started out the year with cleaner streets and yards thanks to Member of Parliament Jamahl Strachan and community partner 360 Waste. Over...

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 08:25:43 EDT
New Contact Tracing Protocols for COVID-19 Cases
The Surveillance Unit of the Ministry of Health & Wellness would like to advise the general public that due to the increasing numbers of positive cases of COVID-19 being reported over the last several days, the Contact Tracing has implem...

Sat, 01 Jan 2022 22:23:14 EDT
Scotiabank Bahamas Urging Use of Digital Channels Amid Branch Closures Due to COVID-19
Scotiabank Bahamas is reminding customers that they can continue to access a wide variety of banking services using the Bank’s digital service channels even as the Bank faces operational challenges at two locations due rising local positi...

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 11:22:12 EDT
UK Top Model is Bahamian Brains & Beauty
When  Alexandria  Pinder won the UK Top Model Competition this year, she gained international attention and glamorously added to the list of fantastic people who ha...

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 13:43:53 EDT
Eleuthera's Anti-Violence Campaign
Eleuthera wrapped up its anti-violence campaign efforts with a series of activities held this December. These efforts, led by Zonta Eleuthera head Jewel Smith, served to i...

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 12:15:51 EDT
Dr. Darville updates on Omicron containment measures
Minister of Health and Wellness, the Hon. Dr. Michael Darville at a press conference today at the Office of the Prime Minister revealed measures to contain the spread of...

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 09:31:03 EDT
PMH Implements Restrictions as COVID-19 Cases Increase
The Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) has commenced prevention protocols due to the rapid increase in new COVID-19 cases. Effective Wednesday 29th December, elective surgeries will be suspended, ONLY emergency procedures will be performed. ON...

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 13:05:18 EDT
Minister of Health & Wellness Dr. Michael Darville on the Omicron variant of COVID-19
In his address on December 24, 2021, The Prime Minister advised the nation of the increase in COVID-19 infections in our country and over the last few days, we have seen ...

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 10:48:03 EDT
Ministry of Transport & Housing on the Collision of Gas Tanker and Yacht in Bahamian Waters
The Ministry of Transport and Housing has received information regarding a collision between the yacht “Utopia IV” and the gas tanker “Tropic Breeze” at approximately 10:10 PM on Thursday, 23rd of December, 2021, which resulted in da...

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 06:19:11 EDT
Bahamas Health System to adapt to climate change
When we think of climate change, the  resilience  of our health  system and its  facilities may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, it is one of the most critical aspects of ensuring that The Bahamas is ...

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:29:45 EDT
Government collaboration transforms Bay Street into Holiday Wonderland
Acknowledging that the country had come to the end of a particularly “challenging year”, Prime Minister, the Honourable Philip E. Davis, led a ministerial team including Deputy Prime Minister Cooper, Public Works Minister Sears an...

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 15:14:20 EDT
Works Minister inspired by construction of Little Abaco Bridge
The new Little Abaco bridge will safely facilitate the flow of vehicles between Great and Little Abaco and create new habitats for marine life. On a recent visit, the Hon...

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 09:03:23 EDT
Sister Sister gets $14,000 Donation
The Zonta Club of New Providence Save A Life Campaign raised $14,000 to help women diagnosed with breast cancer have a fighting chance to live.   Campaign Chair Sher...

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 17:00:05 EDT
Minister for Grand Bahama - Extension to SERZ Order Amendment Granted
The Minister for Grand Bahama, The Honourable Ginger Moxey, is pleased to advise the public of the recent extension to the Amendment to the Special Economic Recovery Zone...

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 12:34:33 EDT
Royal Caribbean Group on Grand Lucayan Resort, The Bahamas
Bahamas Port Investments Limited (BPI), Royal Caribbean Group’s joint venture with ITM Group, and Lucayan Renewal Holdings Limited/Lucayan Beach Casino Holdings Limited...

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 12:06:52 EDT
Middle Tennessee wins the Prime Minister's Cup at 2021 Bahamas Bowl
The 2021 Bahamas Bowl kicked off at noon, December 17, 2021 pitting Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders of Conference USA against the Toledo Rockets of Mid-America Conference ...

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 11:10:48 EDT
Clayton Fernander Sworn In as Deputy Commissioner of Police
Clayton Fernander took the Oath of Allegiance and Oath of Office as Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Bahamas Police Force, on Monday, December 20, 2021 at the Office of ...

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:19:33 EDT
DPM Cooper meets with the Civil Aviation Authority
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (MOTIA) the Hon. Chester Cooper met with the Civil Aviation Authority in their conference r...

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 08:54:47 EDT
AID, RBDF Commodore among Icon Award Winners for Disability Awareness Week
Disability Awareness Week 2021 culminated with the Icon Awards, announced by the Disability Affairs Unit of the Ministry of Social Services and Urban Development. The eve...

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 23:35:29 EDT
Icon Award Winners for Disability Awareness
Disability Awareness Week 2021 culminated with the Icon Awards, announced by the  Disability Affairs Unit of the Ministry of Social Services and  Urban  Deve...

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 17:15:20 EDT
COVID-19 Travel Risk Advisory Rating Lowered for The Bahamas
The Ministry of Health and Wellness advises the public that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has lowered the COVID-19 Travel Risk Advisory Rating for The Bahamas, from Level 3 (high), down to Level 2 (moderate). According...

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 15:20:48 EDT
Deputy Prime Minister on Grand Lucayan Resort
Upon coming to office, the new government appointed a Cabinet sub-committee led by the Deputy Prime Minister, that includes the Minister for Grand Bahama, the Minister for Economic Affairs, and the Attorney General; to explore options to exp...

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 08:26:59 EDT
Ministry for Grand Bahama brings holiday cheer to Grand Bahamians
“To the business community in Downtown Freeport, I say to you a new year is dawning and transformation is coming to this area soon,” declared Minister for Grand Baham...

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 15:31:37 EDT
DPM Cooper Throws first pitch - Don't Blink Home Run Derby
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper throws first pitch at the 'Don’t Blink Home Run Derby,' December 18, 2...

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 12:54:12 EDT
Air Canada Welcomed Back to Exuma
The Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation celebrated Air Canada's resumption of service to Exuma on Sunday afternoon, December 19, 2021 after a year of suspension...

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 09:27:11 EDT
The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture Statement
The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture congratulates Bahamian Olympic swimmer Joanna Evans placing 7th in the women's 400 meter freestyle and 8th in the women’s 200m freestyle events, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. She, along wit...

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 09:37:17 EDT
Bahamas receives COVID-19 vaccines through a collaboration between PAHO/WHO, Canada and Colombia
The Bahamas received 48,000 doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines under a collaboration between the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO...

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 14:15:57 EDT
Year of Milestone Achievements for Digital Transformation Unit
The Government of The Bahamas is proud to announce a year of milestone achievements for the Digital Transformation Unit (DTU), a unit of the Department of Digitization an...

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 13:42:11 EDT
CEO of BTC pays courtesy call on Minister of Health and Wellness
Mr. Andre Foster Chief Executive Officer of BTC, along with Mrs. Nicole Watkins, BTC Director of Legal Regulatory Affairs, paid a courtesy call on Minister of Health and...

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 08:44:26 EDT
PAHO/WHO Country Office of The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands hosted a Virtual End of Year Retreat
After more than two years in emergency mode, the PAHO/WHO Country Office of The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands hosted a Virtual End of Year Retreat to rejuvenate, find balance and participate in a virtual ‘Thank You Exchange’. The ...

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 21:03:34 EDT
Welcome Celebration at Fusion Superplex for Miss Bahamas Universe Chantel O'Brian
C elebrations continued at Fusion Superplex into the afternoon to welcome Miss Bahamas Universe Chantel O'Brian after her airport arrival and motorcade today. Congratul...

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 16:14:38 EDT
Miss Bahamas Universe Chantel O'Brian returns home to Jubilant Welcome
It's a jubilant arrival home for Miss Bahamas Universe Chantel O'Brian today: Miss O'Brian has been congratulated for being selected to the Top 10 of the Miss Univers...

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 15:30:07 EDT
Dr. Hamid Seyfi departing Grand Bahama
Clinical and interventional cardiologist, Dr. Hamid Seyfi, expresses his sincere gratitude to Dr. Patrick L. Cargill for the opportunity to work on Grand Bahama Island. ...

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 12:39:42 EDT
Ministry for Grand Bahama Tree Lighting Ceremony
Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey pledged to use every resource available to get things done on the island: the Minister was giving brief remarks during t...

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 10:15:19 EDT
Helen Almorales-Jones sworn in as Acting President of the Industrial Tribunal
Helen Almorales-Jones was sworn in as Acting President of the Bahamas Industrial Tribunal by His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A Smith, Governor General, during...

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 20:57:42 EDT
Regulatory Statement declaring Grand Bahama Utility Company’s 100% Potable Water Supply Island wide
The Grand Bahama Port Authority, Limited (GBPA) as the regulatory authority with responsibility for the utility sector in Grand Bahama and oversight of the Grand Bahama U...

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 15:15:52 EDT
Board of The Bahamas Mortgage Corporation, Introduced
Minister of Transport and Housing, the Hon. JoBeth Coleby-Davis, is pictured with the newly appointed Board Members of The Bahamas Mortgage Corporation. Seated from right...

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 14:42:59 EDT
Mrs. Davis Visits the Ranfurly Home for Children and the Children's Emergency Hostel
Mrs. Ann Marie Davis of the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister visited the Ranfurly Home for Children and the Children's Emergency Hostel, December 10, 2021, the ...

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 09:02:46 EDT
Eleuthera and Abaco say No to Violence
Women of the Zonta Club in Eleuthera and Abaco brought the Orange the World campaigns to life on their islands, spreading the word that people everywhere should say "No!"...

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 08:09:33 EDT
Prime Minister Davis on Ms. Chantel O'Brian Top 10 in Miss Universe Competition
I join Bahamians around the world, who tonight are celebrating Ms. Chantel O'Brian in her historic achievement in advancing to the Top 10 in the Miss Universe competition. As a mentor and advocate for children's education, she is an inspirat...

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 22:20:10 EDT
GB Health Care Workers Honoured During the Governor General’s Annual Christmas Visit to the Rand Memorial Hospital
Several health care workers were honoured during the 23rd Annual Christmas Visit to the Rand Memorial Hospital of the Governor General, His Excellency Sir Cornelius A. Sm...

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:49:27 EDT
Ministry of Works and Utilities officials continue tour of Abaco and the Cays
Minister of Works and Utilities the Hon. Alfred Sears continued a ‘reconnaissance’ tour of Abaco visiting cays Thursday, December 9. Minister Sears led a deleg...

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:25:29 EDT
U.S. Embassy and University of The Bahamas Renew American Corner at UB’s Oakes Field Campus
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Usha Pitts and University of The Bahamas (UB) President Dr. Rodney D. Smith have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) renewing the Americ...

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 12:13:24 EDT
Office of the Judiciary partners with the Bahamas Crisis Centre for the UN's 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence
The Office of the Judiciary has been pleased to partner with the Bahamas Crisis Centre to mark the United Nations Campaign to end gender-based violence against women ...

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 13:16:05 EDT
PMH announces phased return to normal services in COVID-19 environment
The Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) wishes to advise that the hospital has commenced a phased return to normal services amidst the current COVID-19 environment. PMH will begin the shift to a hybrid model of care providing for more face-to-f...



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