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Dominica Calypso Association Announces 2027 Season Calendar
The Dominica Calypso Association (DCA) has officially announced the calendar of events for the 2027 Calypso Season, with the Elimination Competition scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026. The Association is looking forward to another exciting season celebrating the creativity, talent, and cultural significance of calypso in Dominica. 2027 Calypso Season Schedule Elimination Competition – November 7, […]
Iran and United States Reach Preliminary Agreement to End Conflict
Iran and the United States have announced a preliminary agreement aimed at ending more than 100 days of conflict, paving the way for formal negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme and potential sanctions relief. According to Iranian officials, the agreement includes an immediate halt to military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon. While details of […]
12 Killed in Missouri Skydiving Plane Crash
Twelve people, including a pilot and 11 skydivers, were killed after a private aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff near Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri on Sunday. Authorities said the aircraft failed to gain sufficient altitude before going down approximately 300 yards from the runway. The aircraft, a Pacific Aerospace P750XL operated by Skydive Kansas City, […]
Curaçao Makes World Cup History with First-Ever Goal
Curaçao created a memorable moment in football history by scoring its first-ever FIFA World Cup goal during its debut appearance at the tournament. The historic strike came against four-time world champions Germany in a Group E encounter at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite eventually falling to a powerful German side, Curaçao’s goal marked a significant […]
Barbados Mourns Sudden Passing of Chief Fisheries Officer Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox
Barbados is mourning the sudden passing of Chief Fisheries Officer Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox, whose death has sent shockwaves throughout the island and the wider Caribbean fisheries community. Reports indicate that Dr. Cox collapsed while presenting an award at a fishing event in Weston, St. James, on Friday. Emergency efforts were made to revive her at […]
Knicks End 53-Year Drought, Capture 2026 NBA Championship
The New York Knicks are NBA champions for the first time since 1973 after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, clinching the series 4-1. The victory capped a remarkable postseason run for New York and ended one of the longest championship droughts in franchise history. Star guard Jalen Brunson delivered […]
Caribbean American Society of New York and The National Society of Black Engineers Host Caribbean American Heritage Month and Juneteenth…
The Caribbean American Society of New York (CASONY) and The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) invite you to a jubilant Caribbean American Heritage Month and Juneteenth Celebration under the theme Building Together. This FREE event will take place on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 10 AM to 2 PM at Brooklyn Technical High School, 29 Fort Green […]
Statement on the Passing of Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox, Chief Fisheries Officer of Barbados, by the Executive Director of the Caribbean Regional…
It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we learned of the sudden passing of Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox, Chief Fisheries Officer of Barbados. On behalf of the Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) Secretariat, we extend our deepest and sincerest condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and the entire fishing community of Barbados during […]
CTO and TEMPO Networks Strengthen 20-Year Collaboration to Amplify Caribbean Tourism and Global Storytelling
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and TEMPO Networks announced a strategic partnership designed to amplify Caribbean tourism, culture, events and storytelling through expanded digital, social media and broadcast collaboration across CTO initiatives and member destinations.The announcement follows the signing of an agreement during Caribbean Week in New York, further strengthening a relationship that dates back to […]
Discover Dominica Authority Launches “Summer the Nature Island Way” Initiative
New itineraries and curated experiences invite families, couples and solo travelers to explore the Nature Island this summer The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has launched “Summer the Nature Island Way,” a new seasonal travel initiative under its Nature of Love destination campaign. The initiative features eight curated itineraries designed to help visitors explore Dominica through adventure, […]
CTO and TEMPO Networks Strengthen 20-Year Collaboration to Amplify Caribbean Tourism and Global Storytelling
CTO and TEMPO Networks Strengthen 20-Year Collaboration to Amplify Caribbean Tourism and Global Storytelling NEW YORK, NY (June 12, 2026) – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and TEMPO Networks announced a strategic partnership designed to amplify Caribbean tourism, culture, events and storytelling through expanded digital, social media and broadcast collaboration across CTO initiatives and member […]
UWI Professor Plays Key Role in Groundbreaking UN Ocean Assessment
UWI Professor Plays Key Role in Groundbreaking UN Ocean Assessment The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Friday, June 12, 2026—The University of the West Indies’ (The UWI) Professor Donovan Campbell, a top climate and sustainability expert, played a key role in the United Nations’ Third World Ocean Assessment (WOA III), a major global review of […]
On the resignation of Bernard Hurtault as Interim Political Leader
The Dominica Freedom Party (DFP) Executive Committee has accepted the resignation letter of Mr. Bernard Hurtault, dated Wednesday, June 10, 2026 as interim political leader of the party, after having served in that position for more than five (5) years. The executive committee wishes to thank Mr. Hurtault for his service to the party and […]
Statement by the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Hon. Joseph Isaac on the Resignation of the Member of Parliament for the Roseau North…
Friday, June 12, 2026 I wish to inform the public that I received a letter today, June 12, 2026, from the Honourable Miriam Blanchard, dated June 9, 2026, advising of her resignation as the Member of Parliament for the Roseau North Constituency. In her correspondence, Hon. Blanchard indicated that her decision to resign was made […]
Grant Agreements Signed to Advance Biodiversity Conservation Efforts in Dominica
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy, in collaboration with the Dominica National Conservation Trust Fund (DNCTF), today hosted a Grant Award Ceremony to officially hand over funding support under the Caribbean Regional Architecture for Biodiversity (CRAB) Grant Programme. The ceremony took place on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Dominica Association of […]
Death announcement of Kenworth Gordon age 44 of Marigot. He was also known as Chinny or Sacoste by his dearest friends. He died on May…
He leaves to mourn his 5 children: Keniasha Gordon, Lillian Gordon, Jahkeem Gordon Omari Gordon and Blessing Gordon. Mourning his passing His Mother Veronica Gordon. His siblings – Ashworth Gordon, Elvis Gordon, Dyanne Gordon, Meredith Gordon, and Davina Nelson Gordon. Grandchildren- Giovanni Gordon, Giovanna Gordon and Za’Kyrah Jones Brothers in law: Egbert Nelson Sisters in […]
Death announcement of Our mother,grandmother,sister and friend Davina Fritz of Morne Rachette who resided in Roseau She passed away at her…
She was pre-deceased by her brothers David/Kenneth/Peter and her sister Maureen Fritz. She leaves to mourn her beloved family: Brothers: Eustace/Raymond/Philbert/Arlington Fritz, Lennox Bedneau, and Jackson James Children: Theodore Bellot, and Helen Bellot Son-in-Law: Niniola Aderibigbe Grandchildren: Sabrina Aderibigbe, Jadesola Aderibigbe, and Justis Aderibigbe And a host of relatives and friends too many to list […]
Death announcement of Deborah Francis affectiontely known as”Debbi” Debbi passed away on Saturday in New York.
She was a former employee of the Fort Young Hotel and formerly resided on Jeffers Lane, Goodwill, Dominica. Further details regarding her funeral arrangements will be announced in a subsequent notice.
Death announcement of Mrs Louisa Augustine nee Leblanc of Vieille Case, who resided in London. She departed this life on 3rd June 2026, at…
She left to mourn her daughters: Jane and Deborah Augustine, Anna Lavernier and their families in London. Sisters : Melanie in Florida and Angelina in Dominica. Many nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives both at home and abroad. Too numerous to mention. Funeral details will be given in a subsequent announcement.
Death announcement of Dr. Ian Allan. A. Lambert affectionately known as “Chopper” and ‘Savannah”, a past Faculty Member of Convent High…
Passed away on Wednesday 13th May, 2026 in the USA At the age of 74 Left to mourn are: His wife: Marlene Greenaway-Lambert Daughters: Tamara and Tanya K. Lambert Siblings: Edward, Swinton, Denis Russel, Jean and Joyce Lambert and Peter Philogene Adopted Siblings: Sir Luther Martin, Yvonne Rullow and Merle Navarro Many nieces, nephews and […]
Death announcement of 69 year old Carol Constance Angol Bryan of Portsmouth who resided in St. Maarten She departed this life on May 18th…
She leaves to mourn: Sons:Sylvère Bryan, Curwin Bryan, Josh Bryan & Dyon Bryan Daughter:Leticia Sully Duzong Daughter in Law:Simonetta Muja Bryan Son-in-Law:Francis Duzong Grandchildren:Sharina Bryan, Sun Bryan & Jevony Duzong Brothers:Derriman Angol, Angelo Angol, Jeff Richardson & Joe Richardson Sisters:Ingrid Angol, Ruby Heyliger, Paulette Richardson, Anna Angol Dyer, Celia Angol, Diana Angol & Rhona Angol […]
Death announcent of Bernard Roudette Gariel Seaman better known as “Tou go le” “Chef Bernard” age 53 of Colihaut and Vielle Case. He died…
He was the son of Jeanne Gabriel. He was the father of: Constable Jalick Langlaise Gabriel and Kaseen Gabriel He will also be remembered by his: Brothers: Bill Seaman in Dominica; Francis Seaman in Canada and Tanaka Gabriel in Guadeloupe. Adopted brother Roney Hill in Dominica. Sisters: Karen Gabriel and Miranda Baron in Guadeloupe; Nicole […]
Death announcement of SAMUEL EMMANUEL BURNETTE, better known as “SAMMY,” aged 85, who resided in England.
He died on April 27, 2026. Husband of: Majorie Burnette He will be remembered by: Siblings: Smith Burnette (Casper), Hamlet Burnette (Chunkoo), Allingford Burnette (Watty), Nuffield Burnette (former Commissioner of the Antigua Police Force), Bunyan Burnette (Nubby), Marvlyn Durban, Josette Robin, Josie Burnette Alao, and Ophelia Burnette. Sisters-in-law: Henritta Burnette, Gwen Phillip-Burnette, and Rachel Alfred-Burnette. […]
Death announcement of Eugene Matthew, affectionately known as “G-gin.” She passed away peacefully on Monday June 8th in Boston,…
She spent most of her life in Moore Park, Dominica, where she was well known and loved by family, friends, and the wider community. In recent years, she made her home in Boston, Massachusetts. Further details regarding her funeral arrangements will be announced at a later time. May her soul rest in eternal peace.