Last month, Sunryse Information Management teamed up with the Bahamas
Sickle Cell Association to spread awareness and raise funds during the
company’s 11th Annual Shred Day event. Members of the general public
were encouraged to bring personal documents to be shredded free of
charge at the Western Esplanade. In turn, the country’s largest document
management company committed to donating $1 for every 10lbs of shredded
paper to the Association. Using a mobile destruction unit, technicians
from Sunryse Information Management shred just under 7,500 lbs of
confidential files and documents during the 11-hour period...
REMARKS The Hon. Darren Henfield, Minister of Foreign Affairs, on behalf
of Dr. the Most Hon. Hubert Minnis Prime Minister LJM Maritime
Institute Graduation18 October 2018 Protocol.
Good Evening.
The
Prime Minister regrets that he is unable to attend this evening. But
he asked that I offer his personal greetings and congratulations.
It is my happy privilege to offer these remarks on his behalf, and on behalf of the Government...
THIS IS A PUBLIC FORECAST FOR TONIGHT AND
TOMORROW SATURDAY 20TH OCTOBER 2018 ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF
METEOROLOGY AT 6PM
GENERAL SITUATION: A HIGH PRESSURE SYSTEM
WILL CONTINUE TO WEAKEN OVER THE AREA WHILE ANOTHER FRONTAL SYSTEM
PREPARES TO PUSH UNSETTLED WEATHER INTO THE NORTHWEST BAHAMAS VERY LATE
ON SUNDAY...
Over 1,000 walkers and runners blocked West Bay Street starting from
the Goodman’s Bay Corporate Center at 6:30am Saturday, October 6,
stopping traffic as they found their places at the “Walk for the Cure”
starting line. CIBC FirstCaribbean’s seventh annual “Walk for the Cure”
boasted the biggest turnout to date, with last-minute participants
trickling in as early as 5:30am for on-site registration.
Fitness
trainer Dekel Nesbitt, better known as “Bowflex Barbie,” led this
year’s pre-dawn warm-up, set to the lively beat of 100% Bahamian music...
A firm believer in education, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE: RCL)
on Thursday, October 18, deepened its commitment to The Bahamas donating
two scholarships to the Lowell Jason Mortimer (LJM) Maritime Academy,
the only tertiary education facility for the nation’s vibrant maritime
industry. The donation of $28,000 which will fund two full-time
students, including one for a member of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force
Rangers, was made at the first day’s session of the Maritime Conference
Bahamas 2018.
Royal Caribbean is the platinum sponsor of the
conference, which is bringing together some 200 people in the maritime
industry...
Public Hospitals Authority and Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre (SRC)
held the Annual Caregivers Symposium today at Church of God Auditorium,
Joe Farrington Road, under the theme, "Aging Care -- A Higher Calling."
Minister of Social Services and Urban Development the Hon. Frankie
Campbell gave opening ceremony remarks, and is pictured standing third
left with medical community officials/gerontology specialists including,
from left, Dr. Indira Grimes, PHA Chairman Julian Rolle, PMH Chief
Hospital Administrator Mary Walker, and Dr. Agreta Eneas, third right.
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most. Hon. Dame Marguerite Pindling
(seated centre) received Vice-President of the International Federation
of Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies, Miguel Villarroel
(seated centre left), and members of the Bahamas Red Cross Society in a
courtesy call, followed by a luncheon, October 16, 2018.
Officials in the Ministry of Tourism and Aviation are looking to ensure
that every visitor to the Islands Of The Bahamas feels safe when
visiting the destination.
In an effort to come up with leading
crime fighting strategies in tourist hot spots, officials held a Tourism
Safety and Security workshop under the theme “Enhancing Safety and
Security for our country’s number one industry.”
Minister of Tourism and Aviation Dionisio D’Aguilar, who delivered the
keynote address, said this “meeting of the minds” is to ensure that
tourism stakeholders and national security officials are cultivating
winning strategies in the fight against crime...
The Lighthouse Point Development has been the subject of considerable public discussion, particularly in recent months.
The
National Economic Council considered the matter today, 19 October, and
approved the proposal submitted by Disney Cruise Line Island Development
Ltd.
Negotiations will now begin on a Heads of Agreement, which
will detail the scope of the project, the obligations of the Disney
Cruise Lines Island Development Ltd...
US Embassy Charge d'Affaires Ms. Stephanie Bowers paid a courtesy call
on Minister of Social Services and Urban Development the Hon. Frankie
Campbell, at the Ministry, October 19, 2018.
The Hon. Darren Henfield, Minister of Foreign Affairs, representing Dr.
the Most Hon. Hubert Minnis, Prime Minister, gave the Keynote Address
during the LJM Maritime Academy Inaugural Graduation Ceremony, October
18, 2018 in the Ballroom of Melia Nassau Beach resort. Graduating were
cadets of Cohorts 2014 and 2017. Also offering congratulations were
President of LJM Maritime Academy Dr. Brendamae Cleare, and Founder H.E.
Lowell J. Mortimer, who gave remarks. The 'Charge to Graduates' was
from Vice-President of Nautical Operations, Carnival Cruise Lines,
Captain Gaetano Gigliotti, pictured seated at left near podium...
A recent PAHO-organized workshop trained 35 Caribbean health officers on
how to respond rapidly and effectively to any imported cases of measles
or rubella
Washington, DC, October 19 2018 (PAHO/WHO) — It’s
been more than 25 years since the Caribbean reported its last case of
indigenous measles. But the risk of imported cases has persisted because
measles continues to circulate in countries around the world...
The Bahamas Tourist Office, Florida was represented at the recent Susan
G. Komen More Than Pink™ Walk to benefit the fight against breast
cancer. The walk that attracted thousands of breast cancer survivors and
supporters took place at the Bayfront Park, Downtown, Miami, Florida.
This
year’s well attended event featured a number of major sponsors and
booths including that of The Bahamas Tourist Office. The event annually
celebrates and encourages those living with metastatic breast cancer and
those that support them. The proceeds from the event benefit research
in the fight against breast cancer...
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Marguerite Pindling
hosted the Bahamas National Baptist Missionary & Educational
Convention's 60th Baptist Recognition Day & Annual Reception on
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at Government House.
Seventh Grade students of Windsor Preparatory School paid a courtesy
call on the Governor General of The Bahamas, Her Excellency the Most
Hon. Dame Marguerite Pindling at Government House on Friday, October 19,
2018.
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture (MOYSC) the Hon. Lanisha Rolle
addressed the Official Opening Ceremony of the World Junior Judo
Championships, October 18, 2018, in the Imperial Ballroom of Atlantis,
Paradise Island. During the ceremonies, President of the International
Judo Federation (IJF) Marius Vizer presented a Special Recognition award
to her (pictured). Among those present for the Opening were MOYSC
Acting Permanent Secretary Rhoda Jackson, Director of Sports Timothy
Munnings, Director of Sports Tourism Marketing in the Ministry of
Tourism and Aviation Virginia Kelly...
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Sundays are the perfect times to enjoy the outside ocean breezes at Portobellos while you dine on a sumptuous brunch with champagne and listen to live music.
12 noon - 4 pm
For more information please call 373-1333
About Grand Lucayan, Bahamas
Situated on the sparkling coastline of Grand Bahama Island, Lighthouse Pointe at Grand Lucayan overlooks a 7.5-acre white-sand beach and sprawling acres of pristine property, mere feet from the calming waters of the Atlantic. The resort is home to an 18-hole championship golf course ‘The Reef Course’, 90,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor spaces fit for any ‘I-do’ or meeting, two serene swimming pools, tennis...
The 242 Colour Run graced the streets of Nassau for the sixth
consecutive year on Sunday. The event attracted over 300 participants
and scores of volunteers, all which ended up covered in sweat and
colour. The event benefited the Rotary and Rotaract Clubs of East
Nassau.
The overall theme was tied to Rotary International’s
theme, “Be The Inspiration”. This year is especially memorable, because
Bahamian Barry Rassin is currently the President of the Rotary
International organization...
The Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Luis
Almagro, received on Wednesday, October 17 Luiz Antonio Marrey,
Spokesperson of the Mission to Support the Fight against Corruption and
Impunity in Honduras (MACCIH), who delivered the fifth semi-annual
report of the Mission.
Moreover, the Secretary General, the
Spokesperson of the MACCIH-OAS and officials of the Secretariat for
Strengthening Democracy of the GS/OAS today held a working meeting with
various authorities of the Honduran Government...
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - Kick-start your weekend
by joining us at Portobellos for a buffet every Friday night for
authentic island flavors and classic Bahamian cuisine.
Choose from our
extensive menu selections while enjoying live entertainment at Grand
Lucayan’s Friday Night Buffet.
Every Friday from 6pm-10pm | Contact
242-373-1333 for further information...
REMARKS The Hon. Darren Henfield, Minister of Foreign Affairs, on behalf
of Dr. the Most Hon. Hubert Minnis Prime Minister LJM Maritime
Institute Graduation18 October 2018 Protocol. 
BAHAMAS PUBLIC FORECAST
Officials in the Ministry of Tourism and Aviation are looking to ensure
that every visitor to the Islands Of The Bahamas feels safe when
visiting the destination.
The Lighthouse Point Development has been the subject of considerable public discussion, particularly in recent months. 
The Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Luis
Almagro, received on Wednesday, October 17 Luiz Antonio Marrey,
Spokesperson of the Mission to Support the Fight against Corruption and
Impunity in Honduras (MACCIH), who delivered the fifth semi-annual
report of the Mission.
