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Grateful For Our Islands In The SUN
Dear Readers,
"If you concentrate on finding whatever is good in every situation, you will discover that your life will suddenly be filled with gratitude, a feeling that nurtures the soul." ~ Harold Kushner
As our American neighbors celebrate Thanksgiving, it seems appropriate to write about what we are grateful for today.
We are very blessed to live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. 700 islands that have some of the most beautiful oceans, beaches, and majestic views ever seen. Recently we were sent a wonderful new video showing off all our islands have to offer and asking people to come and visit our shores.
Just watching this video reminds us how very grateful we should be for the bounty we have been given with our islands in the sun. All over the world, there are countries struggling for democracy, for an end to war, for the right to speak, dance, and work without
persecution and for the right to fish and swim in clean, tranquil waters such as ours.
Though many would argue our country is not perfect, we encourage you today to concentrate on finding the beauty on your island. Walk the beach, drive by the sea, fish off a dock, sit out in your backyard, garden, feel the sun on your face...and take a moment to be nurtured by it all, and to be grateful that you live in such a wonderful country.
Happy Thanksgiving Bahamas!
#242Editor
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PM Minnis Officially Welcomes SLS Brand to The Bahamas
Prime Minister, Dr. the Hon. Hubert A. Minnis officially welcomed the SLS Brand to The Bahamas during the Official Opening of the SLS Baha Mar, Friday night.
SLS adds to the collection of global brands at Baha Mar, including the Grand Hyatt and Rosewood brands, in addition to the presence of 30 luxury retail outlets.
Approximately 300 Bahamians are employed at the hotel, "with many more to come on stream at Baha Mar."
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Closure of the Capture of Nassau Grouper
Throughout The Bahamas
The Department of Marine Resources wishes to advise the general public of the fixed dates of closure of fishing of the Nassau Grouper from December 1, 2017 to February 28, 2018.
The Department of Marine Resources wishes to further advise that to take, land, process, sell and to offer for sale the Nassau Grouper is strictly prohibited
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Bahamas: State admits to deporting minors who are 'citizens in waiting'
STATEMENT
Rights Bahamas
Bahamas Immigration Director William Pratt has shockingly admitted that the State has been engaging in the practice of deporting minors who have a constitutional right to be registered as citizens.
This amounts to official confirmation that The Bahamas State has been violating the fundamental rights of children, preventing them from accessing their lawful entitlement to status and in many cases, could risk creating stateless persons.
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ICONIC SEAFOOD & PIZZA RESTAURANT RETURNS
TO THE PORT LUCAYA MARKETPLACE
Few businesses on Grand Bahama can boast the loyalty and longevity which Pisces Seafood Restaurant has enjoyed over the past three decades. Since opening its doors in 1980, Pisces Restaurant has been a staple of the Grand Bahama restaurant scene, providing a superior dining experience for seafood lovers, curry fans and of course those late-night pizza runs!
Pisces first opened in the Lucayan Towers, where Chef George and his wife Rosaleen, became the well-known duo of Freeport dining and the late night stop off!
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Buckeye joins forces with the Lucaya Presbyterian Church
to help heal Grand Bahama
We are our Brother's keepers and as we have been taught, it's better to give than to receive. This is the premise behind the Outreach program of the Lucaya Presbyterian Church who have come to the aid of those in need in our own backyard. Last month Buckeye, Grand Bahama's leading oil refinery company, joined the Church volunteers on their October food run to aid over 55 needy families.
"The contents of each bag are designed to supply the needs of a family for quite a while," said Crossreach Volunteer, Stephen Crane. "They certainly help many of our elderly, living alone, who miraculously make it last until the next delivery."
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BTC & Rotary Join Forces for a Night of Moonlight Jazz
Rotarians were joined by the biggest names in Corporate Grand Bahama for a night of prizes, surprises, and jazz under the stars, thanks to the annual collaboration with BTC who was a lead sponsor of the Club of Lucaya's signature Moonlight Jazz event. In addition to providing several of its top of the line devices as prizes for up to 4 luck patrons, BTC also provided its #BTCHotSpot services (free wifi) for patrons to share photos and videos via social media all night.
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Communications to Play Major Role in Success for Women & Children in this Millennium
BTC Northern Vice President, Eldri-Ferguson Mackey, was honoured to be chosen a guest speaker at the third day of sessions at the 36th Triennial International Convention, hosted by the International Federation of Lawyers (FIDA). Over seventy FIDA affiliated nations were represented during the five-day conference, inclusive of Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Cameroon, Colombia, India, Kenya, Ghana, Taiwan, The Philippines, Switzerland, The United Kingdom, The United States and Uganda.
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Beautiful Trees for a Beautiful Season and Reason!
For the last 40 years, the Lucaya Presbyterian Church has sold real Christmas trees to the Grand Bahama community; and starting this week that tradition will continue. The annual Christmas Tree sale remains the church's primary fundraiser to support their programs, which include giving to those in need, most recently our brothers and sisters who were most affected by Hurricanes Matthew and Irma.
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Bahamasair Adds Houston to its Schedule
Top notch hospitality in mid-air was just one of many things meted out by the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Bahamasair during the National Flag Carrier's Houston, Texas, USA, recent inaugural flight.
On Wednesday, November 15, 2017 Bahamasair Board Members, employees, members of the media and several visitors to The Bahamas were the first passengers to experience the inaugural Bahamasair flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) in Nassau to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston.
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'Talk About the Opportunities, and Sell the Strengths'
Minister Thompson Tells Grand Bahamians
Minister of State for Grand Bahama in the Office of The Prime Minister, Senator Kwasi Thompson says it is important for people to choose carefully the words they use to describe Grand Bahama in its current state.
In his address of the Bahamas Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA) during its seminar held in Grand Bahama on Saturday, November 18, 2017, as part of Accountant's Week, the Minister noted that words matter and how Grand Bahamians choose to describe themselves will matter to someone looking to invest in the island.
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UB Gala Beats Half Million $ Target for Student Scholarships
In a powerful statement about the community's belief in the transformational impact of higher education, the University of The Bahamas President's Gala Soirée has exceeded the anticipated fundraising target.
The inaugural event was the institution's first major fundraiser since transitioning to University.
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Mario Carey's Surprise Nominee for Heroes' Award
'This man has done more for the Bahamian Economy'
With growing calls to recognise those who have made a difference in The Bahamas, leading luxury real estate broker Mario Carey today said the man he would like to nominate for Heroes' Day in October 2018 might come as a surprise.
"He is neither Bahamian by birth nor has he taken centre stage in politics but probably no one has made a greater impact on the national economy and international image than Sir Sol Kerzner, the founder of Atlantis, the One&Only Ocean Club, and creator of Ocean Club Estates.
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DOCTORS HOSPITAL OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY CLOTHING DRIVE TO ASSIST P.A.C.E. TEEN MOTHERS
In celebration of Occupational Therapists Day, the occupational therapists of Doctor's Hospital held a clothing drive to assist the teen mothers who participate in the PACE (Providing Access to Continued Education) program. Zenobia Neely, the clothing drive's coordinator, noted that, "In keeping with this year's theme 'Inform, Inspire, Influence' the group chose to assist this underserved group within the Bahamian population. We believe that they would benefit from our donation as well as information about Occupational Therapy."
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When Soul Food Isn't Enough
Psalm 42
Have you heard the story about the young kindergarten teacher who had her first class in a rural school district? She was not very familiar with country ways, and when she asked little Billy Bob if he knew the four seasons, he said, "Yes, Ma'am. There's Deer season, Duck season, Squirrel season and Turkey season." Read More
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- November 24th, 2017
- DESATURATION: New works by Thierry Lamare 6:00pm - 9:00pm at The Island House, Mahogany Hill, Western Road, Nassau
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- November 25th, 2017
- Men's Rugby: 7th Annual Buck Johnson Thanksgiving 10s 1:00pm at Winton Rugby Centre
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- December 1st, 2017
- Natascha Vazquez: In a Space that Glows 6:00pm - 9:00pm at The Island House, Mahogany Hill, Western Road, Nassau
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- December 9th, 2017
- Junior Junkanoo Festival 2017 12:00pm - 10:00pm at Arawak Cay
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- December 10th-17th
- The Bahamas International Film Festival at the Baha Mar Resort
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- November 24th, 2017
- The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce Mix'n'Mingle 5:30pm - 7:30pm at The Flying Fish Restaurant
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- November 30th, 2017
- The Bahamas Federation of Performing Arts Registration and Membership Drive 11:00am - 8:00pm at Pelican Bay Hotel
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- December 1st, 2017
- Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce BSE Conference 8:30am at Ruby Swiss Dining Room
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- November 29th, 2017
- The Annual General Meeting of The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce 12:30pm at Pelican Bay Hotel
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- December 1st, 2017
- Festival Noel 7:00pm - 10:00pm at The Rand Nature Centre
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- November 24th, 2017
- Hope Town, Harbour Lodge 18th Annual Art Show, 11:00am - 5:00pm in the Great Harbour Room
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- December 2nd, 2017
- Annual Abaco Christmas Festival in Marsh Harbour
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- December 10th-13th, 2017
- Bahamas International Film Festival in Harbour Island
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- December 15th, 2017
- South Andros Christmas Tree Lighting & Carol Service on Long Bays Cay
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