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19/06/2026

Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage of The Bahamas proudly unveiled the official logo and theme that will guide this year's national celebrations for the 53rd Anniversary of Independence.

17/06/2026

Minister of Social Services, Senator, the Hon. Barbara Cartwright was in Grand Bahama for a two-day visit beginning June 16, 2026 on what was her first visit since assuming her new portfolio.

During her stay, Minister Cartwright and her delegation, inclusive of Minister of State in the Ministry of Social Services, the Hon. Bacchus Rolle; Permanent Secretary Phedra Rahming-Turnquest and Administrative Cadet Whitney Hanna-Williams and Assistant Director of Social Services/Grand Bahama Jodie Burrows, met with senior officers and members of staff at the Department of Social Services and Board members of the Grand Bahama Children's Home.

They also visited the Columbus Houses for Boys and Girls and the Resilience Centre before heading to Eight Mile Rock where they were given a tour of the Social Services office in the Obadiah H. Wilchcombe Complex and the Pine Forest Temporary Shelter.

17/06/2026

Escape to the vibrant Goombay Summer Festival in Grand Bahama for a celebration of culture, music, and unforgettable experiences!

The fun begins Thursday, 16th July 2026 and every remaining Thursday in the month of July on Taino beach beginning at 6pm.

17/06/2026

16/06/2026

Holmes Rock Junior High School hosted a Prize Giving Ceremony for the first cohort of graduates on June 15, 2026 at the Eight Mile Rock High School Gymnasium. Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, the Hon. Frederick Mitchell; Member of Parliament, Member of Parliament for West Grand Bahama, the Hon. Kingsley Smith, Deputy Director of Education Michelle Bowleg, District Superintendent of Education Maneica Pratt and Rev. Dr. Adrian Bethel brought remarks and congratulated the Class of 2026 on the historic occasion.

15/06/2026

Tune in to the Parliamentary Channel today at 4pm to see Minister for Grand Bahama, Hon. Ginger Moxey’s Budget Presentation!

11/06/2026

Today, June 11, 2026, the Blood Donors Society of Grand Bahama (BDSGB) and the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) held a press conference at Police Headquarters to announce plans for World Blood Donor Day 2026 which will be observed on Saturday, June 13th. The celebration will begin with an official opening ceremony in the Foyer of the Rand Memorial Hospital at 10:00am and will be followed by the annual blood drive from 11:00am – 3:00pm.

Superintendent Gregory Lockhart, of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and Ravanno Ferguson, president of the Sigma Beta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., long-time partners in this endeavour, are urging organizations and the wider Grand Bahama community to support the event by making a conscious effort to give blood, while encouraging others to do the same. Also present are BDSGB President Lededra Marche, PHA Lab Manager Claudia Glinton and BDSGB member Meritta Strachan.

11/06/2026

Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey was among the distinguished guests who joined in celebrating the accomplishments of the Ministry of Youth and Sports' 2026 Youth Leaders Certification Cohort.

On June 6, 2026, following a 16-week course, 30 youth professionals officially transitioned from students to certified youth leaders during a graduation ceremony held at Delphine's at Pelican Bay Resort.

Held under the theme, "Voices of Influence: Agents of Change," the ceremony recognized the cohort's dedication to leadership development, community engagement and their commitment to empowering the next generation of change makers.

10/06/2026

🇧🇸 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🇧🇸

Are you passionate about leadership, advocacy, and making a meaningful impact in The Bahamas? Do you want your voice to help shape the future of our nation?

The National Youth Assembly is seeking dynamic, motivated, and forward-thinking young Bahamians to serve in the National Sitting Youth Parliament for a 2-year term.

This is your opportunity to:
- Develop your leadership skills
- Strengthen your public speaking abilities
- Engage in policy development and national discussions
- Advocate for issues affecting young people
- Network with like-minded youth leaders from across The Bahamas
- Contribute to positive change and national development

🗓️ Application Deadline: July 24, 2026

🔗 Apply Today: https://services.mygateway.gov.bs/login