Today is indeed a sad day in The Bahamas and particularly on the island of Grand Bahama, as we mourn the loss of renowned businessman, Sir Albert Joel Miller. Sir Albert Miller's name has become synonymous with the Grand Bahama Port Authority where he served as President and co-Chairman for more than thirty years. However, many people are not aware that Sir Albert, as he was affectionately called, at the age of 89 leaves behind a legendary story and a remarkable legacy.

Sir Albert, formerly of Long Island, hailed from humble beginnings and eventually became one of The Bahamas' most prominent and successful businessmen. His career journey started in the Royal Bahamas Police Force where he climbed through the ranks from detective corporal to deputy commissioner from 1943 to 1968. His impressive resume, although extensive, encompassed Director of the Solomon Brothers Ltd., Pepsi-Cola (Bahamas) Bottling Company Ltd., Grand Bahama Utilities Limited and the Freeport Oil Company. Additionally, he held the position of Chairman at The Grand Bahama Island Tourism Board, The Bahamas Electricity Corporation and The Bahamas Telecommunication Corporation.

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The Doctors Hospital Dr Meyer Rassin Foundation has once again provided the next generation of healthcare workers with much needed scholarships. Thirty-three Bahamian students, studying to become everything from physicians, surgeons, nurses, speech pathologists, medical and radiologic technologists, received financial assistance to assist with their tertiary education.

The Doctors Hospital Dr Meyer Rassin Foundation was created in 1999 in honor of the late Dr Meyer Rassin, a leader in healthcare in the Bahamas from 1042. The vast majority of the money raised by the Foundation provides scholarships for Bahamians pursuing higher education in all areas of healthcare.

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The National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization, PAHO, held a Psychological First Aid workshop to equip residents with stress relieving skills following a disaster, man-made or natural.

The purpose of the workshop held at the operations centre at NEMA's Way and Gladstone Road on Thursday, August 13, 2015, was to provide training for disaster responders in the current mental health context of The Bahamas.

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BTC has jumped onboard in the race to find a cure for lupus, participating as a Gold Sponsor in Bimini's First Annual Walk for a Cure, hosted by Linda's Angels Foundation on Saturday August 15th, 2015. BTC also provided towels, t-shirts and water bottles for the participating walkers and runners.

The Linda's Angels Foundation was founded 1996 by Fabrette and Fabrice Stuart shortly after their mother, Linda Ellis-Stuart, a Bimini native, succumbed to the disease. Nineteen years later, the sisters have brought the event home and hope to raise funds for Lupus care and research and to educate Biminites on the disease via the health fair, led by Dr. Cyprian Strachan, after the walk.

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Pink Sands Resort, the iconic standard of Harbour Island hospitality since 1951, is closed temporarily from Aug. 15 to Nov. 1, 2015 to allow for renovations and development on the property.

Pink Sands is currently undergoing a grand refurbishment and expansion project in a succession of three phases with famed interior designer David Flint Wood at the helm. During this temporary closure - or phase one - updates will include renovations to the 25 existing guest cottages and development of new guest cottages, expanding the footprint of the resort. The renovations will also include refurbishment to the public areas of the property, such as the front lobby, restaurant, main kitchen and reception area.

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In a vile and disgraceful act, Foreign Affairs and Immigration Minister Fred Mitchell admitted in remarks in Long Island over the weekend to the PLP's victimization of the good people of Long Island. A video and narrative excerpt of Mr. Mitchell's remarks circulated by Elcott Coleby, an official of Bahamas Information Services (BIS), is a clear indication of the vindictiveness of the PLP toward constituencies represented by the Opposition.

In the narrative excerpt from his weekend remarks, Mr. Mitchell suggests that the people of Long Island are being denied certain benefits and that Long Island isn't progressing because I have stood up against the incompetence, poor governance and abuse of power by the PLP.

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"Step FWD," a faith in action Christian movement that has a UK Top 10 Christian Music Chart has added Bahamian, Keith L. Rolle of KLR Management Group, to their international panel of judges. With a focus to "Further inspire those with a passion for God and music, and bring light to society, using a medium people can relate to," Step FWD recently welcomed Keith L. Rolle to their ranks, to assist as a judge for their Top 10 Christian Chart that rotates hits every month

"We congratulate Keith on the work he has done through The Caribbean Gospel Music Marlin Awards, KLR Management [Group] and other initiatives, and his efforts to support and empower others in the Caribbean music scene. Because of his experience and vision, we wanted to work with him," said Dennis O'Neil, Step FWD's Founder and Operations Manager.

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Today's 600-strong Urban Renewal Marching Band is thirteen-years old, the age of many of its members who thrill us with their stylized performance and diverse musical inventory. Originally an 'add-on' to Prime Minister Perry Christie's Urban Renewal initiative, its success has given it a life of its own, and bettered those of many in the band.

The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has contributed over the years in the way of musical instruments and financial aid to assist the bands expansion as more and more youngsters apply. This year BTC's sponsorship of the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) Summer Camp included the Urban Renewal Marching Band Camp over a six-week period.

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The Humane Society of Grand Bahama has a devilish plan to not only entertain a family on a Sunday afternoon, but get their little rascals - and friends - to join in and use some brain cells to help and participate in a fun around-the-island car rally - finishing with a family fun day at Taino beach with games and prizes for all the family.

The Road Rally - on Sunday 13th September - will consist of at least one driver (we insist) and a navigator (non-negotiable), and any extra helpers will be appreciated by the driver and navigator to ensure that the winning rally car and participants take home a coveted prize or two. The rally will start at the Humane Society at 1.00pm sharp, 12.30pm check-in, and participants need to register in advance to secure a place as they are limited.

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Fishing report as of August 13, 2015

Nassau: The offshore fishing has been a bit slow for the last couple of weeks. There has the been a few mahi and blackfin tuna caught and even the occasional wahoo. Many anglers have chosen to bottom fish.

South Eleuthera, Cape Eleuthera: There have been a few small mahi and the occasional wahoo caught off of south Eleuthera.

Andros: No Reports. Everybody has been diving crawfish!

Cat Island, Hawks Nest: They have been catching small yellowfin and blackfin tuna off of Cat Island this week.

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I have just seen a post online stating that Carifesta is being held in Haiti from August 21-30.

My question to the relevant Bahamian authorities via government, Caricom or who/whatever is: was any communication sent to The Bahamas to take part in this event and if so, why was this not made known to the creative arts community?

I also hope that the press will actively investigate this - inquiring minds would like to know!

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