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The Choiseul-Saltibus Constituency Group of the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) hosted a highly successful and energised Annual General…
In fulfillment of a major campaign promise, Hon. Keithson “Kiffo” Charles, Minister for Physical Development and Public Utilities and Parliamentary Representative for Choiseul-Saltibus, presented a comprehensive progress report to his constituents. The address detailed the rapid strides made in local infrastructure, social safety nets, and community development within the district over the past eight months. […]
Ready to build your own video game?
The Ministry of Public Works, Public Utilities and Digital Economy, through the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project, is inviting young technology enthusiasts to embark on an exciting coding adventure at the CodeQuest Summer Tech Boot Camp, where creativity meets innovation. The summer tech training offers students the opportunity to learn how to design and build their […]
ADNEXUS DOUBLES DOWN ON DOMINICA’S FUTURE, AWARDING US$10,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO SIX STUDENTS
Second annual programme grows by nearly 20 per cent, extending support across allied health, engineering, law, education and business The Association of Dominicans in the Northeast, USA (ADNExUS) today announced the recipients of its second annual scholarship programme, awarding a total of US$10,000 to six Dominican students pursuing higher education across the Caribbean, the United […]
Death announcement of Lucia Charles
We announce the death of Lucia Charles. Sunrise: January 5th, 1954Sunset: July 24th, 2026 She was a Huxter for many years, the daughter of Angelina Sylvia Bastien, who resides in Bellevue Chopin, and Theophas Charles of Grand Bay (deceased). She leaves to mourn: Children: Juliette, Randy and Eldrina Sisters: Merle, Pamela, Decima, Ursula, Miranda and […]
Death announcement of Joan Riviere Pascal, originally of St. Joseph and a longtime resident of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. She passed…
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Peter Pascal; her parents Leonard and Nellie Riviere, her sisters, Elizabeth, Euraline, Uthalie, and Rahill; and her brother, Fenrick. She is lovingly remembered by: her children, Celsus, Winifred, Cecil, Lyndon, Kennedy, Jacqueline, Lucy, Mia, Nellie, Kenny, Laura, and Anne Marie. She is also remembered by her […]
Spanish PM Moves Swiftly After Record 60,000 Migrants Cross from Morocco
Spain’s prime minister has rushed to Ceuta to defuse a growing crisis after an estimated 60,000 migrants poured into the Spanish enclave in north Africa from Morocco in a single day. Local authorities in Ceuta said at least 34 people had died, many of them by drowning, as crowds streamed over the border by land […]
Death announcement of JOHN CORNELIUS Of Castle Bruce RESIDENCE:Bayfront Castle Bruce Dominica DATE OF DEATH:June 20th 2026 PLACE OF DEATH:…
SURVIVORS: DAUGHTERS {5} (Francoise and Mary Cornelius (St Croix), Aurelia Cornelius {Margaret} – (St Marteen), Juliette St Jean (Dominica), Yolande Cornelis (Antigua) GRANDCHILDREN: Shanik Romanie, Sharline George, Janic Fritz, Andel Joseph, Mervin Cornelius, Elvis Alfred, Naomi St Jean, Samuel St Jean, Grace St Jean, Markita Lopez, Shanika Rolle, Brently Bonit, Aurelline Nicholas, Claudelle Nicholas, Claudina […]
DNCTF Strengthens Grantee Capacity in Financial Donor Reporting and Environmental & Social Management
The Dominica National Conservation Trust Fund (DNCTF) recently conducted training in Financial Donor Reporting and Environmental and Social Management Planning (ESMP) for recipients of the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) CRAB Pro-Nature Grant on Wednesday 28th July, 2026. This activity was supported by the Agence Française de Developpement (AFD) and the Fonds Français pour l’Environnement Mondial […]
Senior Men’s Captains and Other Barbadian Representatives to Attend the State Funeral Of The Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers Following…
Just hours after their 90-run victory over Pakistan on what would have been The Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers’ 90th birthday, the Barbadian members of the West Indies Senior Men’s Test team will return home, with the assistance of the Government of Barbados, to attend the cricketing icon’s State Funeral. Captain Roston Chase, Vice-Captain Jomel […]
Death announcement of Annie Cuffy age 76 of Grand Bay. She died on June 22nd , 2026, at her residence.
She was preceded in death by her sister Magdalene Registe on May 7th 2026 and by her nephew and former Parliamentary Representative Edward Registe in 2021. Sister of Charles Cuffy. Aunt of – Glen, Allyson, Carlyn, Marvin, Robbie, Chard, Techar, Charessa . Adopted Aunt of Dr. Andy St. Hilaire, Norman Fevrier and Elrado Ducreay Grand […]
The Americas have the tools to eliminate HIV, but gaps in access and coverage remain, says PAHO
The Region of the Americas has more tools than ever before to prevent, diagnose, and treat HIV, yet many of them are still not reaching everyone who needs them, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Jarbas Barbosa said during the opening session of the International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2026). Dr. Barbosa emphasized that expanding access […]
Death announcement of 34 year old Renicks Junior Francis aka “ As sue Cotay” of Belles.He died on Saturday, 11th July 2026.
He left to mourn: His beloved father: Joanes Francis Mother: Catherine Rosean Esprit His Loving sisters: Annie Nichols, Lavia Ann Baron, Emrica , Dejanique, Shanny and Richelle Francis His Brothers: Imran and Elroy Francis Uncles: Mathias, Peter, Kelvin Esprit, Peterson Gregoire, Arthur and Winston Francis Cousins: Twana, Tara, Kernisia, Alisha, Jose, Kerron and Jodel and […]
From Economic Growth to Shared Prosperity — A Column by Basil Springer (July 24, 2026)
My longtime Jamaican friend and colleague Irwine Clare, OD, a champion of the diaspora in New York, recently invited me to join him for an interview on the popular IrieJam Radio. He is familiar with my lifelong interest in enterprise development and economic growth in small states. He introduced me as an economist and thought […]
Death announcement of Benton Darrick Thomas aka Suki age 41 for Petite Soufriere/ Mahaut. He died on Thursday 23 July.
He leaves to mourn his mother: Cylma Prosper, father: Mervin Thomas Step mother: Irma Thomas. Daughter: Sélia Thomas Sisters: Nichol, Sara-Lee and Gaël Thomas, Magheen and Danielle Joseph. Brothers: Joshua, Ceon and Noah Thomas. Nieces: Venetta and Casidee Thomas Nephew: Marley Henriques and Amari Auguiste God mother: Nathalie Sampson. Aunts: GlendaThomas,Maria Valmond ,Magdalene, Marian Fleming, […]
Cuba’s National Rebellion Day Commemorated in Dominica
The Embassy of the Republic of Cuba in the Commonwealth of Dominica commemorated National Rebellion Day with a ceremony held at its diplomatic headquarters, attended by members of the Dominica Guild of Cuban Graduates and the Dominica-Cuba Friendship Association—organizations that have for years promoted friendship and cooperative ties between the two peoples. The keynote address […]
Death announcement of Jacintha Pierre also known as Medora of Capuchin, who resided at Clifton Age 74 of Capuchine who recided in Clifton…
Survived by husband: Pastor Albert Arlington Pierre Sr. Sons: Albert Jr and Arlington Jr. and Allene Pierre Daughter: Lydia Phillip Daughters in Law: Princia and Hope Pierre Only Grand-son: Auscer Phillip Son in Law: Ernest Phillip Surviving Siblings: Steline Andre, Izaline FanFan, Izedora Constant, Alickson Andre, and Angela Charles. One Uncle: Raphael Carbon Several nieces […]
Iran and Ukraine Conflicts Converge on the World’s Largest Lake
The caspain sea has become the latest region to be sucked into the growing conflict between Iran and its adversaries – not least because it’s a vital artery in the growing relationship between Iran and Russia. Ukraine at the weekend said its drones had struck two Russian vessels carrying military cargoes in the Caspian, the […]
Death announcement of Agnes Alexander better known as Roslyn Agnes Alexander aged 86 of Goodwill who resided in Guadeloupe. She died on…
She will be remembered by her: Children: Merina Grant, Lucia Talis, Michael Alexander & Dora Smith Sons in law: James Grant, Allande Pierre and José Talis Daughter in law: Cynthia Alexander Grand Children: Garvin, Marcia, Ericson, Natasha, Keyzia, Keyziah, Kelita, Yaelle, Sony, Lydgie, Yanne, Jhema, Brian, Maleik and Akeem. Great Grand Children: Terry Nolan Eden […]
Death announcement of our mother Lucy Bannis (née Severin) of La Plaine and Goodwill, who departed on July 21st at the age of 99 in…
She was the last remaining sibling, having been predeceased by her beloved brothers, John, Valentine (Tino) & Francis Severin, and her dear sisters, Clara Severin & Marie Nanton. Though they departed before her, their memories remained close to her heart, and their legacy of family and love lives on through the generations that follow. She […]
Death announcement of James St. Luce affectionately known as “Tibot” of Back Street, Grandbay.He was 87 years old and passed away on 6 July…
He was a member of the Northeastern Funeral Home, the Grandbay Yahweh’s Assembly, and Yahweh’s New Covenant Assembly. He leaves to mourn: Beloved Wife:Julietta St. Luce, better known as “baba” Children:Daughters: Vanessa, Indira, Dawn, Adele, MerlinaSons: Josiah, Alzac, Loic, Addie, Phillip, Titus and David Grandchildren:Safi, Aldi, Mickael, and Kaylee Sisters:Clemence, Dora, Suzanna, Eugenia Brother:Ivan Casimir […]
Zenita Earns Master of Science in Nursing Education from Western Governors University
A remarkable journey of perseverance, dedication, and lifelong learning has reached another significant milestone as Nurse Kate Zenita Lee Alexander proudly graduates with a Master of Science in Nursing Education from Western Governors University. Originally from Backstreet, Grand Bay, Dominica, her educational journey began at Wesley High School before she answered the call to serve […]
Maldives marks 61 years of independence, congratulations from Gautam Karve, Editor-in-Chief, World Media Organization
On the occasion of the 61st Independence Day of the Republic of Maldives, Gautam Karve, Editor-in-Chief of the World Media Organization (WMO), extended his heartfelt congratulations and warm wishes to the President, the Government, and the people of the Maldives. The Maldives has earned global recognition for its commitment to tourism, environmental conservation, climate resilience, […]
Dominica to Gain New Nonstop Air Service to Trinidad and Tobago
The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) today announced that Contour Airlines will launch nonstop service between Dominica and Trinidad and Tobago beginning October 5, 2026. The introduction of the service forms part of ongoing efforts by the Government of Dominica to strengthen air access and support the continued growth of the […]
Death announcement of f Ian Augustus Brewster, also known as “Roger,” of Portsmouth, who passed away on July 17, 2026, at the age of 70.
He leaves to mourn: * His mother: Thelma Romain * His stepfather: Clarington Romain (USA) * Seven sisters: Mary Nicholas, Angelina Gosein, Alitha Romain, Magdalene Romain, Doris Lawrence, Ziska Romain, and Jennifer Brewster * Three brothers: Julian Brewster, Trevor Romain, and Albert Romain * Three children: Ian Brewster, Alana Brewster, and Brian Brewster * Five […]