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Mon, 22 Feb 2021 20:49:57 EDT
Ministry of Education announces plans for re-opening of schools for face-to-face Instruction
As public schools in New Providence, Exuma, Eleuthera and Abaco open and students return to the classroom for in-person learning beginning February 23, 2020, Director of...

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:35:50 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis - Remarks - Inauguration of the Orville Turnquest National Security Building
See enclosed Remarks by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis at the Inauguration of the Orville A. Turnquest Building (housing the Ministry of National Securi...

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 14:56:52 EDT
BTVI Freeport students achieve City and Guilds’ Certification
Seven Hutchison Ports FCP apprentices recently passed the City and Guilds Level 3 Principles of Engineering Maintenance, Installation and Commissioning diploma offered thr...

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 09:20:52 EDT
UNESCO thanks Committee for assistance
The Bahamas National Commission for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) recognized and thanked the committee responsible for pre...

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 08:21:31 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis announces COVID-19 vaccine priority groups and rollout strategy
Healthcare workers, people over the age of 65, uniformed branch members and frontline workers will be among the first priority groups eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine on New Providence and Grand Bahama, said Prime Minister the ...

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:52:19 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis - National Address
See enclosed the National Address by Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis, February 21, 2021: Good afternoon. In The Bahamas, we ...

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:46:03 EDT
Minister of Health, the Hon. Renward R. Wells: COVID-19 Update
The Ministry of Health held a press conference today, 18th February, 2021, to announce the launch of the “Healthy Together” Campaign to boost public compliance with b...

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 15:21:38 EDT
Minister of National Security meets with US Charge d'Affaires in Courtesy Call
Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames is pictured during a courtesy call at his Ministry with recently-appointed United States Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., t...

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:34:40 EDT
Latest Cohort of National Training Agency Comprised Trainees from 12 Islands
A cohort of some 190 young Bahamians graduated from the National Training Agency (NTA) in a virtual commencement ceremony held February 18, 2021.  Minister of Agricu...

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:35:48 EDT
RBDF Search and Rescue Operation
A disabled vessel with five (5) occupants onboard is enroute to the capital after a joint effort by members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force Search and Rescue Unit and...

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 10:31:08 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis leads CARICOM meeting on Joint Tourism Policy
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis chaired the First Meeting of the Prime Ministerial Sub-Committee on Tourism to discuss the development of a Joint Tourism P...

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 18:37:37 EDT
Leno Foundation sponsors Barracuda Invitational this weekend, will livestream on Facebook
There won’t be any crowds to cheer and parents will have to shout from the comfort of their living rooms, but the Barracuda Invitational will go on for the ninth co...

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:30:19 EDT
Defence Force Medical Facility recognizes staff

In keeping with the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic intent of developing a professional and high-performance workforce focused on talent ma...

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 14:29:50 EDT
Blue Lagoon receives WTTC Safe Travels Stamp
Blue Lagoon is the first tourist attraction in The Bahamas to receive the Safe Travels Stamp indicating the attraction’s readiness for the return of visitors and reside...

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:34:53 EDT
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation and Royal Bahamas Police Force strengthen partnership
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation (BMOTA) seeks to strengthen its partnership with the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF). This objective was at the top o...

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:00:03 EDT
UWP congratulates PM Chastanet on first vaccines
The United Workers Party would like to congratulate Prime Minister Allen Chastanet for being a true leader when he took the COVID-19 vaccine yesterday.  In demonstrating his willingness to receive one of the first doses along with his...

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 10:04:29 EDT
PM Allen Chastanet supports Saint Lucia’s Vaccine Roll Out
Saint Lucia began the first phase of the COVID-19 Vaccine Roll Out today with several frontliners and key Government officials receiving the first vaccines in a live broa...

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:14:34 EDT
PAHO Director calls for equitable access as new vaccines cleared for delivery
With COVAX delivery of new vaccines expected soon in the Americas, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Carissa F. Etienne called for overcoming barriers to ensure “fair and equitable access.”  “As we start delivering ...

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:50:26 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis - Remarks at Official Opening of the Real Time Crime Centre at Police Headquarters
Nassau, Bahamas - See enclosed remarks by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis, today, at the official opening of the Real Time Crime Centre at Police H...

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:20:48 EDT
National Family Island Regatta Committee on cancellation of 2021 Regatta
PRESS STATEMENTBY CHAIRMAN & COMMODORE DANNY STRACHAN THE NATIONAL FAMILY ISLAND REGATTA COMMITTEE February 17, 2021 I am saddened to confirm that the 2021 version ...

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:16:59 EDT
McDonald’s rewards 1,000 Frontline Workers and They’re Lovin’ It
With front line workers pushed to the limits during the COVID-19 crisis, one of The Bahamas’ most popular eateries is providing sizzling sustenance – McDonalds is dishing out 1,000 Be Our Guest coupons and health care workers are lovin...

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:00:31 EDT
Farewell Ceremony for Chief Petty Officer Johnny Webb
In keeping with the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic intent of developing a professional and high-performance workforce focused on excellenc...

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:13:25 EDT
Consolidated Water Ltd. supports Lend A Hand’s Backyard Farming Initiative
Lend A Hand Bahamas has introduced a new approach to meeting the demand for consistent food accessibility in the country. As the effects of COVID-19 on Bahamians per...

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 07:43:45 EDT
Permanent Register of Voters
Voters currently registered for the 2017 elections remain duly registered until officially removed by the Parliamentary Commissioner... See enclosed video... &nbs...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 20:06:37 EDT
Ministry of Tourism on Outstanding Industrial Agreement Payments to Airport Authority Employees
The Ministry of Tourism & Aviation, which has ministerial responsibility for the Airport Authority, is aware of concerns being raised by Airport Authority employees through their Union, the Bahamas Public Services Union, about certain su...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 13:30:07 EDT
Bahamas National Neighbourhood Watch Council receives $5,000 from Oaktree Medical Center to help combat crime
Nassau, The Bahamas – “Neighbours in The Bahamas watch out for each other; we are the eyes and ears for the Royal Bahamas Police Force, our main partner in the neighb...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:28:03 EDT
Construction Certification Training for West End and Bimini Residents
Fifty two constituents of West End and Bimini are now being trained in the fundamentals of construction by the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI). The N...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:12:54 EDT
OAS Electoral Observation Mission in Ecuador expresses concern about lack of definition regarding electoral process
The Electoral Observation Mission (EOM) of the Organization of American States (OAS) in Ecuador expresses its concern about the lack of definition by the electoral authority and is paying close attention to the latest developments in the ele...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 09:30:47 EDT
The Tennis Love at the Johnson Memorial Tennis Tournament
The tennis community showed overwhelming support of the tournament organized and sponsored by the Executive Board of the National Tennis Centre(NTC) in aid of the Johnson...

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:20:00 EDT
Top-producer Timothy Smith moves up to partner, Better Homes & Gardens MCR Bahamas
For top-producing estate agent Timothy Smith, 2021 is off to a promising start – the real estate pro with industry honours, an entrepreneurial spirit and a social m...

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:00:39 EDT
Lewis Foundation keeps Bahamian UCF students connected
Most Bahamian students don’t know a soul when they first set foot on a university campus abroad. Payton Roberts counted herself lucky to know six – ev...

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:22:39 EDT
Charles Matz, author, renaissance scholar, dies at 96 – by Lasana M. Sekou
Poet, renaissance scholar, dramaturge, novelist Charles Matz died at his home in Southampton, New York on February 12, 2021. He was 96. He leaves his children, Margaret...

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:47:43 EDT
Family Island Farmers thanked for their contribution to produce exchange
Chairman of the Bahamas Agricultural and industrial Corporation Bishop Gregory Collie is commending farmers from throughout the Bahamas, especially those in North Andros ...

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:21:00 EDT
Rastafarian representatives meet with AG on matters related to the proposed legalization of marijuana use
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, the Hon. Carl Bethel, QC, met with spokespersons of the Rastafarian Movement on 12 February, 2021 at the Office of the...

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 14:57:32 EDT
RBDF Personnel receive certificates for Joint Curfew Operations
As the Royal Bahamas Defence Force continues to enforce the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic intent to enhance responsiveness to the securit...

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 10:49:00 EDT
MOYSC congratulates Karajayah Forbes-Schlagenhauf on being named Head Boy of St. Leonards School, Scotland
The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, is pleased to congratulate Karajayah Forbes-Schlagenhauf on being named the newly appointed Head Boy of St. Leonards Scho...

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:13:18 EDT
RBDF Rangers Program remains on pause
The Royal Bahamas Defence Force Rangers program remains is one of the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic pillars which includes that of National Youth Development for future leaders. While the organization wishes to j...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 20:07:32 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis tours GB’s East End Clinic
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis, during a tour of works being carried out on reconstruction of the government clinic in East Grand Bahama, Thursday, noted ...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 16:46:37 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis officially opens Passport Office on Exuma
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis officially opened a satellite Passport Office on Exuma today as part of the Government’...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 16:22:56 EDT
Caribbean Barrel Restaurant Valentine's dinner Experience Under the Stars with 'Jahem & Jazz
The Caribbean Barrel Restaurant & Sport Bar is ready to serve you an unforgettable Valentine's dinner Experience Under the Stars with 'Jahem & Jazz❤️ ...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:26:49 EDT
PHA receives a $150k PPE donation from the State of Qatar
The State of Qatar making a significant donation to the people of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas yesterday. The donation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) valued at...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:04:48 EDT
This Valentine's treat your loved one to a flavorful gift from Zorba's Cafe & Pastries in Port Lucaya
Zorba's Cafe & Pastries in Port Lucaya has the perfect flavorful affordable Valentine's gift for the love of your life. A variety of chocolate covered strawberries an...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:00:42 EDT
Jamaica and the ILO sign grant agreement to support formalization in the Agriculture and Fisheries sectors
Jamaica’s Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) have launched a landmark partnership to help informal ope...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:28:48 EDT
Caribbean Barrel features Wilfred Solomon & Magnetics Tonight
This Friday Caribbean Barrel proudly presents Bahamas nationally known artist, Wilfred Solomon & The Magnetics Live in concert at their picturesque waterf...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:05:00 EDT
BTVI advancing workforce skills
A key policy response advanced by The Bahamas government, has focused on the need to develop more capacity within the labour force; hence, the Bahamas Technical a...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 09:00:30 EDT
Saint Lucia Announces Cushion in Quarantine Fees for Returning Nationals
In keeping with the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ updated national COVID-19 response policy, effective February 11, 2021, the Government of Saint Lucia is absorbing a greater part of the cost of State Quarantine for returning nationals....

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 08:45:47 EDT
Regional Bank honours Star Achievers
Despite severe restrictions on travel which prevented the usual gathering in Barbados, CIBC FirstCaribbean reached around the region recently to honour its brightest an...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 08:30:44 EDT
This Valentine's dine at Pier One Restaurant - Feb. 13th & 14th
Pier One Valentine's Day Menu is available on Saturday February 13th & Sunday February 1...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 19:30:43 EDT
Grand Bahama will be prepared for post-COVID, states Prime Minister Minnis
During a one-day visit to Grand Bahama to tour the capital works projects currently underway, Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis on Thursday declared, Grand ...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 17:20:33 EDT
PAHO: COVID-19 cases in the Americas rose 14% since Jan. 15, but increase is lower than previous period
(PAHO)  A new epidemiological update by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) on COVID-19 documents a 14% increase in cases and a 14% rise in deaths from Jan. 15 to Feb. 8. This increase, however, is lower than in the period ...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 15:43:17 EDT
OAS Mission in Ecuador observes Post-Electoral Process and that different actors have necessary guarantees
The Electoral Observation Mission of the Organization of American States (OAS) in Ecuador is attentive and present, observing the various aspects of the post-electoral process and that the different actors have the guarantees necessary at th...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 13:25:34 EDT
UB Students advance to Subregional Finals of CFA Institute Research Challenge
A team of students from the University of the Bahamas (UB) has been selected as a subregional finalist in the Atlantic Islands division of the CFA Institute Research Chal...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 11:00:12 EDT
Water & Sewerage Corporation signs Memorandum of Understanding with IsraAID
The Water and Sewerage Corporation recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with IsraAID for the development and implementation of a Sustainable Ground...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 10:37:08 EDT
RBDF Ship’s Crew gives back to community
As the Royal Bahamas Defence Force continues to share in the spirit of giving and enforcing the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic objective of...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 09:15:32 EDT
Acting Parliamentary Commissioner addresses Media
Acting Parliamentary Commissioner Lavado Duncanson addresses media questions on the voting register and other items under his purview, on February 10, 2021, during a virt...

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 20:36:39 EDT
Monumental shifts ahead for public financial management
In keeping with its commitment to reform public finance management in The Bahamas, the Government tabled a suite of new legislation in the House of Assembly today that will usher in new levels of transparency and accountability. The Most H...

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 20:16:25 EDT
Office of The Prime Minister on Astrazeneca Vaccine - Issued by The National Covid-19 Vaccine Consultative
The World Health Organization (WHO) today recommended the Oxford/AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine for use worldwide by all adults, including in people over the age of 65. The National COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee will continue to f...

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:07:29 EDT
Multi-Cam Video Streaming Grand Bahama
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Professional multi-camera video streaming services are available for your special occasions that require professional lo...



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