Environment Minister Receives Courtesy Call From Australia’s High Commissioner
On her first visit, Her Excellency Sonya Miller, High Commissioner of Australia to The Commonwealth of The Bahamas, paid a Courtesy Call on the Hon. Vaughn P. Miller, Minister of the Environment and Natural Resources. Among the discussions were possible collaboration on matters of mutual interest as it related to the environment and natural resources, […]
HOA: Financial Bills
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon. Philip Davis led debate in the House of Assembly on Wednesday on the Securities Industries Bill and the Digital Assets and Registered Exchanges Bill. Mr. Davis told Parliamentarians, “this bill fully establishes the Commission’s broad ability to access records and request information and investigations. Within this bill […]
Nassau Street Court Complex Shooting
A man was shot in the parking lot of the Magistrate’s Court Complex on Nassau Street on Wednesday afternoon. Police Press Liaison Officer, Chief Superintendent Chrislyn Skippings gave details of the incident while participating in a press conference at the Criminal Investigations Department. She said, “this incident happened shortly after 3pm today. I can say […]
Miller Addresses PACC 2030 on Significant Climate Change Impact on Bahamas
Minister of the Environment & Natural Resources (MENR) Hon. Vaughn P. Miller spoke to the devastating impacts of climate change on The Bahamas during the United States – Caribbean Partnership to Address the Climate Crisis 2030 (PACC 2030) conference in Puerto Rico, held June 25-26, 2024. PACC 2030 is the U.S. Government’s flagship partnership with the […]
Eleuthera Water Woes
Executive Chairman of the Water and Sewerage Corporation, Trajean Jadorette gave an update on Tuesday on efforts to address the water supply issues being experienced on the island of Eleuthera. Jadorette traveled to the naval desalination plant on Monday. He said, “I met a group of Aqua-Design employees working on the final steps toward the […]
Flood Insurance
The 2024 hurricane season began on June 1st and recent inclement weather has led to flooding in certain areas that should cause homeowners to ensure that they are sufficiently insured. Insurance Commission of The Bahamas’ Manager of Intermediaries and Market Conduct, Darrin Rodgers advises that home insurance policy holders read their policies. He said, “you […]
Barraterre Builds Community with CWCO’s Support
For the last 39 years, the Barraterre Regatta and Homecoming has brought together Exuma residents and visitors for a weekend filled withexhilarating sailing races, cultural festivities, and community gatherings. However, what extends beyond that short time, are the projects that proceeds from the event helps to fund. During a visit to Consolidated Water (Bahamas) Ltd. […]
The Bahamas Shines Bright At CTO Caribbean Week In NY City
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Avia@on took center stage as a platinum headline sponsor at this year’s Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Caribbean Week in New York City, held from June 16th to June 21st. The event, which brought together industry leaders, government officials, and tourism stakeholders from across the region, provided a plaform […]
Search For Taylor Casey Continues
American tourist, Taylor Casey, 41, has not been seen since Wednesday June 19th. Casey came to The Bahamas for a yoga retreat on Paradise Island. The story of the missing Chicago woman has made international news. Director General of Tourism, Latia Duncombe spoke with ZNS News offering well wishes to the family of the missing […]
Maritime Training Vessel Empire State VII Makes Historic Port of Nassau Visit
Empire State VII, the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel and training ship, made Nassau the first foreign port of call in its history, with eight Bahamian maritime cadets on board. Captain Morgan McManus SUNY Class of 1992, Master, Empire State VII, brought the ship to Nassau Harbour with a crew of cadets on board for the inaugural […]
