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Sun, 16 May 2021 20:31:15 EDT
New Emergency Order outlines changes to indoor dining and travel requirements for fully vaccinated
Restaurants on islands previously prohibited from offering indoor dining may now offer indoor dining to patrons who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 in accordance with the recently released Emergency Powers (COVID 19 Pandemic) (Manage...

Sun, 16 May 2021 14:26:31 EDT
Bahamas-Brazil discussions on Disaster Preparedness
His Excellency Claudio Raja Gabaglia Lins, Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, paid a courtesy call on the Hon. Pakesia P...

Sun, 16 May 2021 14:18:42 EDT
Bahamas Press Club deeply saddened By death of Sir Charles Carter
The Bahamas Press Club today is deeply saddened by the passing of a noted Bahamian son, Sir Edward Charles Carter, KCMG. He was 78. Sir Charles’ career ran the gamu...

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:15:49 EDT
Courtesy call by His Excellency Rodolfo Sabonge of the Association of Caribbean States to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas is pleased to inform the general public that His Excellency Rodolfo Sabonge, Secretary General (SG) of ...

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:07:23 EDT
Help Desks at COVID-19 Vaccination Centers to assist with second dose appointments
A Help Desk has been set up at each Vaccination Center to assist persons having difficulty making an appointment to receive the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine through vax.gov.bs. However, before visiting a Vaccination Center you should ...

Fri, 14 May 2021 13:10:25 EDT
Brazil's Ambassador makes courtesy call on Minister Dames
Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames is pictured during a courtesy call at his Ministry with Resident Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to t...

Fri, 14 May 2021 10:08:16 EDT
RBDF Officers celebrating 25 Years pay courtesy call on the Governor General
The Royal Bahamas Defence Force Entry 31 and Woman Entry 5 celebrating 25 years called upon Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith at the Of...

Fri, 14 May 2021 09:56:48 EDT
Ambassador of Brazil paid a courtesy call on Deputy Prime Minister Bannister
Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil His Excellency Claudio Lins (left) paid a courtesy call on Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Works the Hon. Des...

Thu, 13 May 2021 19:40:59 EDT
Lucayas Bank Executive Team paid courtesy call on the Prime Minister
Mrs. Faye Mythen (second left), Adviser to Lucayas Bank (formerly Private Investment Bank Limited) and the Executive Team paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister, the Most...

Thu, 13 May 2021 18:02:51 EDT
Ambassador of Brazil pays courtesy call on Minister D'Aguilar
Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas HE Claudio Lins paid a courtesy call on Minister of Tourism and Aviation the Hon. D...

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:07:54 EDT
Bahamas Development Bank looks at the potential and offers grants for training
The recent Blue Economy Think Tank hosted by the Strategic Development and Initiatives Unit of The Bahamas Development Bank attracted over 340 registered ...

Thu, 13 May 2021 10:50:08 EDT
RBDF's Entry 41 and Woman Entry 13 gives back to Community
As the Royal Bahamas Defence Force continues to enforce the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic objective of strengthening relationships with st...

Thu, 13 May 2021 09:53:39 EDT
$240,000 Gift to St Andrew’s International School
St Andrew’s International School is pleased to announce a generous donation from Mr. Ian D. Fair and daughters Nicole, Sasha, and Kelly Fair in memory of their beloved...

Thu, 13 May 2021 00:18:38 EDT
UB’s Climate Change Centre Collaborates with Cape Eleuthera Institute on New Climate Change Publication
The University of The Bahamas (UB) Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Research Centre (CCARR) and the Cape Eleuthera Institute (CEI) have produced a publication on the climate change challenges confronting The Bahamas and the anticipat...

Wed, 12 May 2021 20:34:20 EDT
Republic Bank brings relief to St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
On Friday April 9th, 2021, the government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines declared a state of emergency and an order for evacuation of residents in the high-risk areas,...

Wed, 12 May 2021 16:48:47 EDT
Commander Defence Force introduced to Incoming OPBAT Director
The outgoing Director of Operation Bahamas Turks and Caicos (OPBAT), Commander Michael Benson paid a courtesy call on Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King on 1...

Wed, 12 May 2021 15:28:17 EDT
The Bahamas Electronic Cabinet Management Information System officially launched
The Bahamas Electronic Cabinet Management Information System (BECMIS) was officially launched at Cabinet Office, Tuesday, May 11, 2021, as an integral part of th...

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:51:35 EDT
HE Sidney Collie Presents Copie d'Usage of Letters of Credence to the Government of Mexico
His Excellency Sidney Collie, Ambassador of The Bahamas to the United States (pictured left), presented the copie d’usage of letters of credence to His Excellency Ambas...

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:20:20 EDT
RBDF gives Search and Rescue Update
The Royal Bahamas Defence Force has called off the search for a missing boater who reportedly went missing on journey to Abaco over a week ago.  Commander William Sturrup, the RBDF’s Search and Rescue Coordinator shared ...

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:30:01 EDT
Diver, Businessman Mario Carey lauds US court for $200,000 fine for American caught illegally fishing in Bahamian waters
Businessman, lifelong diver Mario Carey says The Bahamas has to get tougher on illegal fishing or face a day when fresh reef fish will be extinct. On land, Mario Car...

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:10:23 EDT
What’s new in the Islands of The Bahamas in May
The Islands of The Bahamas await travelers who are ready to plan their summer vacations. Those wishing to visit the idyllic sandy beaches and irresistible blue waters of the islands are sure to find the paradise experience of their dreams in...

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:05:48 EDT
Bahamas Crisis Centre Devastated Over Death of Donna Nicolls
The Bahamas Crisis Centre is deeply saddened over the loss of its Deputy Director Donna Nicolls who passed away Monday, May 10, 2021 at the age of 67. “We are devastat...

Wed, 12 May 2021 10:40:21 EDT
Ministry of Foreign Affairs on continuation of the ban on travelers from Haiti
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes to advise members of the public that the suspension of travelers directly from, or transiting through, Haiti will continue with effective 12 May 2021 for 30 days. The Bahamas Government found...

Wed, 12 May 2021 10:00:45 EDT
Fake apps and websites on the rise- Scotiabank Bahamas urges vigilance
As The Bahamas continues to transition to being a more digital society, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Scotiabank (Bahamas) is urging customers to pay keen attention to online safety and to be vigilant when navigating websites. The Bank wants...

Wed, 12 May 2021 09:10:35 EDT
DNA Leader on 10th Anniversary of Party
Ten years ago, a beacon of hope in Bahamian politics symbolized by the Lighthouse emerged. The political landscape of our nation was altered with the formation of the Dem...

Tue, 11 May 2021 22:50:09 EDT
Prime Minister Minnis and Mrs. Minnis receive their second dose of COVID-19 Vaccine
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis and Mrs. Patricia Minnis received their second dose of the COVID-19 AstraZeneca vaccine today at Kendal G. L. Isaacs Gym. ...

Tue, 11 May 2021 15:41:52 EDT
Launch of The Bahamas Electronic Cabinet Management Information System
See enclosed remarks by Senator the Hon. Kwasi Thompson at the Launch of the Bahamas Electronic Cabinet Management Information System, today, at Cabinet Office. ...

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:15:54 EDT
Brazil's Ambassador pays courtesy call on the Leader of the Opposition
Resident Ambassador of Brazil to the Commonwealth of The Bahamaas His Excellency Claudio Lins (left) paid a courtesy Call on Leader of the Opposition the Hon. Philip Dav...

Tue, 11 May 2021 13:42:39 EDT
33,600 doses of COVID-19 Vaccine through COVAX Facility, arrived today
The next batch, comprising 33,600 doses, of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine through the COVAX facility arrived in New Providence today.  Pictured meeting the shipment a...

Tue, 11 May 2021 10:41:52 EDT
WSC Team conducts site assessments in Inagua, San Salvador and South Eleuthera
Executive Chairman of the Water & Sewerage Corporation Adrian Gibson, General Manager Elwood Donaldson and a team from the corporation made visits recently to three i...

Mon, 10 May 2021 21:33:42 EDT
NOTICE - Second Dose COVID-19 Vaccine
Some residents who have already received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine are experiencing difficulty making an appointment for the second dose. This is due in part to the migration of data from one digital platform to another. Data ma...

Mon, 10 May 2021 17:05:32 EDT
Our Islands Our Future coalition Hosts Webinar
Our Islands Our Future (OIOF), a coalition of business owners, environmental groups and individuals who oppose oil drilling in Bahamian waters, will host a live webinar o...

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:26:43 EDT
600+ apply for Lyford Cay Foundations Scholarships
COVID-19 turned the world upside down, closing schools to in-person learning, shutting down tourism and forcing countries to ramp up healthcare operations. But there ...

Mon, 10 May 2021 12:12:44 EDT
Second doses of COVID-19 Vaccine to begin Monday 10 May
The administration of the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine will begin on Monday 10 May on New Providence and Grand Bahama at the following locations: Starting today, Sunday 9 May, you may make an appointment to receive your ...

Mon, 10 May 2021 11:31:20 EDT
Deputy Freedom of Information Commissioner receives instrument of Office from the Governor General
Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith presented Shane Miller, Deputy Freedom of Information Commissioner, with Instrument of Office during...

Mon, 10 May 2021 09:09:22 EDT
Mothers serving in the Defence Force Mother’s Day Special Feature Leading Woman Marine Tancia Russell
  Leading Woman Tanica Russell is a reserve individual within the workplace and is a marine that has pious character.  She is a stern, no-nonsense woman, wh...

Mon, 10 May 2021 08:58:54 EDT
Residents in East Grand Bahama benefit from solar streetlights, thanks to the DRA
Thanks to the Disaster Reconstruction Authority (DRA) and Food for the Poor, residents of East Grand Bahama have street lighting as crews of the Grand Bahama Power Compan...

Mon, 10 May 2021 08:58:47 EDT
BHTA president calls homeporting a ‘win-win’, warns ‘We get one bite at this apple’
Calling homeporting a ‘win-win’ for the country, president of the Bahamas Hotel & Tourism Association Robert ‘Sandy’ Sands this week lauded the potential of R...

Sun, 09 May 2021 15:00:06 EDT
Uriah McPhee students benefit from donation of Child Protection guide books
Officials of the National Child Protection Council (NCPC), the Child Protection Month Committee and the Free Town Urban Renewal Centre recently teamed up with Administra...

Sat, 08 May 2021 11:45:25 EDT
Prime Minister breaks ground on new International Airport for Exuma
Ground was broken, and a $65 million contract was signed today for the development of the new Exuma International Airport, representing the single largest investment in a...

Sat, 08 May 2021 08:26:23 EDT
False report of a COVID-19 vaccine related death
The Ministry of Health is aware of a circulated social media report of a young Baha Mar employee who collapsed and died.  The report suggested that the employee died as a result of taking the COVID-19 vaccine. The general pub...

Fri, 07 May 2021 16:26:28 EDT
Minister Lloyd Thanks Valencia College Master Trainer
Minister of Education, the Honourable Jeffrey Lloyd, recently presented a plaque to Valencia College’s Construction Program Manager, Mark Hughes in appreciation of his ...

Fri, 07 May 2021 15:40:24 EDT
Chief Magistrate delivers message of encouragement to students seeking a second chance
A special visitor spent quality time with students who are getting a second chance to learn critical numeracy and literacy skills to improve their employment prospects t...

Fri, 07 May 2021 14:36:50 EDT
Chinese Ambassador pays courtesy call on Minister Campbell
Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas, Her Excellency Dai Qingli, recently paid a Courtesy Call on Minister of Social Services and Urban Development, the Hon. Frankie A. ...

Fri, 07 May 2021 12:52:55 EDT
Air Navigation Services Agreement ends ‘decades’ of talks; results in fees being paid to an entity owned by the Government
Officials of the newly-created Bahamas Air Navigation Services Authority and the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Wednesday (May 5, 2021) concluded th...

Fri, 07 May 2021 11:40:40 EDT
Bahamas Holds First Annual Regional Trafficking In Persons Committee Forum
Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames addresses the opening ceremony for the first Annual Regional Trafficking In Persons Committee (TIPCOM) Forum, on May 6...

Thu, 06 May 2021 19:12:03 EDT
PHA announces New Acting Principal Nursing Officer at the Princess Margaret Hospital
TThe Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Charlene Davis as Principal Nursing Officer (PNO) at the Princess Margaret Hospital (P...

Thu, 06 May 2021 18:21:44 EDT
Committee thanks Office of Spouse of the Prime Minister for support during Child Protection Month
Members of the National Child Protection Month Committee presented Mrs. Patricia Minnis, Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, with a T-Shirt and Mask commemorat...

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:50:27 EDT
PHA announces New Acting Hospital Administrator at Sandilands
The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Jessica Cartwright as Acting Hospital Administrator at the Sandilands Rehabilit...

Thu, 06 May 2021 11:25:48 EDT
Chinese Ambassador Pays Courtesy Call on the Minister of Disaster Preparedness, Management and Reconstruction
Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas Her Excellency Dai Qingli paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Disaster Preparedness, M...

Thu, 06 May 2021 10:34:12 EDT
Prime MInister Minnis Remarks - Securities Industry (Amendment) Bill 2021
See enclosed remarks by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis in the House of Assembly: Mr. Speaker: I rise to address the House on the Securities Indus...

Thu, 06 May 2021 09:48:44 EDT
Pier One Restaurant and Sushi Bar Mother's Day Special Menu
Pier One Restaurant and Sushi barMOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL MENU APPETIZER CONCH CHOWDER SOUP OR CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD...

Thu, 06 May 2021 09:47:57 EDT
Hon. Dionisio D'Aguilar - Remarks - Ceremonial Signing of Air Navigation Services Agreement
See enclosed remarks by Minister of Tourism and Aviation the Hon. Dionisio D'Aguilar today at the Ceremonial Signing of Air Navigation Services Agreement Between Ba...

Wed, 05 May 2021 17:04:44 EDT
PwC in the Caribbean and the PwC Charitable Foundation donate $100,000 to St. Vincent volcano relief efforts
PwC in the Caribbean and the PwC Charitable Foundation have collectively donated $100,000 to disaster relief and recovery efforts in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. On 9 April 2021, the La Soufriere volcano erupted, sending ash and gas plu...

Wed, 05 May 2021 17:03:38 EDT
Minister D'Aguilar updated on multi-million-dollar Sandals Royal Bahamian redevelopment
Minister of Tourism and Aviation the Hon. Dionisio D'Aguilar had a tour today of the ongoing multi-million-dollar redevelopment  of Sandals Royal Bahamian, Cable...

Wed, 05 May 2021 15:40:58 EDT
Migrants arraigned In a Freeport Magistrate Court for illegal embarkation
On 3rd May, 2021, eight (8) migrants were arraigned in the Freeport Magistrate's Court #3 before Magistrate Laquay Laing. Two (2) Romanians, one (1) Costa Rican, three (3) Ecuadorians, one (1) Eritrean and one (1) Haitian national were all c...

Wed, 05 May 2021 08:28:00 EDT
Members of UNESCO pay courtesy call on Minister Lloyd
The Hon. Jeffrey L. Lloyd, Minster of Education received a Courtesy Call from members of The Bahamas National Commission for UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientifi...

Wed, 05 May 2021 00:21:58 EDT
Lighthouse Pointe Mother's Day
Freeport, Grand Bahama Over the years, mom has given you so much. This Mother’s Day, give her something in return by treating her to the best brunch on Grand Bahama...



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