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Inspector Jermaine Rolle: From Crunching Numbers To Writing Poetry
NASSAU, THE BAHAMAS - Jermaine Rolle is an officer of the Royal Bahamas Police Force, but when he's not investigating cases, he's writing poems, publishing books and helping to inspire the next generation of writers.
National Drug Council: Trendy Vapes May Be More Dangerous Than They Appear
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - On May 29th, in honor of World No Tobacco Day, the National Drug Council partnered with the Healthy Bahamas Coalition and youth division of the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture to host a vital youth workshop on the hidden dangers of vaping, tobacco and nicotine addiction.
Proposed Changes in the Law, the First in a Generation
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Returning Labour and Public Service Minister Pia Glover-Rolle says she's eager to push long-awaited employment legislation across the finish line, describing the historic reforms as the first major overhaul of the country's labour laws in a generation.
We Welcome Amendments to the Industrial and Employment Act
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Bahamas Hotel, and Allied Workers Union is also looking forward to amendments to the Industrial and Employment Acts. President of Bahamas Hotel, Catering and Allied Workers Union President, Darrin Woods, was questioned about the possible changes to the law on the sidelines of Friday's Labour Day Parade.
Winning Souls Throughout High Schools Across The Nation
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Evangelist and founder of "It's Our Turn", Beijing Rodgers, along with her team, have been making a meaningful impact within our national high schools during their Hope Tour.
BNT and Wild Bahamas Snake Handling Workshop Helps Residents Understand Native Wildlife
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Bahamas National Trust partnering with Wild Bahamas to host an informative and interactive snake handling workshop where participants were able to learn about several snake species and hold the often misunderstood creatures.
BPSU Protest: UB Workers Demand 7 Years of Back Pay
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - A group of workers from the University of The Bahamas taking a stand outside Parliament Wednesday morning, expressing concerns over long-standing issues affecting their lives.
Young Voters Leading the Way
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Nearly 200,000 Bahamians are now registered to vote ahead of the next general election, with young people making up the largest share of new voters, according to the Parliamentary Registration Department.
Our News Gives Back To GB Children’s Home
GRAND BAHAMA, BAHAMAS - The Our News team continuing to believe in the power of service and community and this week, we got a chance to do just that.
The Impact Of Responsible Pet Ownership
GRAND BAHAMA - President of the Grand Bahama Humane Society, Tiffany Dennison, says another important goal of theirs is to teach responsible pet ownership..