Today In History: June 9
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - On this day in Bahamian history in 1966 - an Act of Parliament was passed incorporating the Telecommunications Department. It was named the Bahamas Telecommunications Corporation (BaTelCo). The company would later become known as BTC.
Grand Life Magazine Launches 50th Anniversary Independence Issue
FREEPORT, BAHAMAS - The Grand Bahama Island Tourism Board celebrated the rollout of the Grand Life Magazine's 50th Anniversary Independence issue.
Court Refuses To Restore Doctor’s Appeal who Lost Malpractice Lawsuit
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Court of Appeal has refused to restore a doctor’s appeal against a medical malpractice finding.
Today In History: June 7
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - On this day in Bahamian history, in 1494 - the Treaty of Tordesillas was signed in Castile.
PM Blasts Previous Administration for NIB Debacle
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Prime Minister Philip Davis and Opposition Leader Michael Pintard go back and forth in the House of Assembly on Wednesday over the National Insurance Board fund increase.
Opposition Leader Pays Tribute to George Smith
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Opposition Leader Michael Pintard paid tribute to former Parliamentarian George Smith on Wednesday.
PM Pays Tribute to George Smith in HOA
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Prime Minister Philip Davis paying tribute to former Exuma MP George Smith in the House of Assembly on Wednesday.
Dominican Boat Captain Jailed Over Smuggling Charges
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - A Dominican boat captain has been jailed for one year in prison after he was unable to pay a $21,000 fine.
Today In History: June 6
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - On this day in Bahamian history in 2012 then State Minister of National Security Keith Bell defended his right to carry a licensed firearm and admitted that both he and the national security minister were armed.
Halkitis: Over $800M In Real Property Taxes Owed
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Minister of Economic Affairs Michael Halkitis says over $800m in real property tax is outstanding of which $200m is owed by foreigners.