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ECAAM and Creative Teacher 767 Partner to Host Free Parent Seminar on Understanding Communication Difficulties in Children

Education Consulting, Academic Advising and Mentoring (ECAAM), in collaboration with Creative Teacher 767, is inviting parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone who works with children to attend a free online Parent Seminar titled “Understanding Communication Difficulties in Children” on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. The seminar will be held live via Zoom. The interactive […]

23 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Strong Rejection of New Slanderous Campaign by the State Department Statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Cuba rejects, in the strongest terms, the report published on July 20 by the United States Department of State, concerning Cuba’s alleged subversive influence against that country. This is a mediocre propaganda pamphlet. It seeks to bolster the mendacious message that Cuba constitutes a threat to the United States, a pretext that the U.S. government […]

23 Jul 2026 · 4m read

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Death announcement of Christina “Tina” MassicottOf Salisbury born on April 26th 1942.Died at home in Salisbury on June 28th 2026

Leaves to mourn her children.Dagma AlfredJefflyn ProctorIngrid SherrodGale Williams Her grandkids.Eddie JohnKeitha JosephKetra RoselSherwin FelixTatiana AlfredKim WilliamsKaylee CyrilleKem RoselTrent AlfredAlyana BarnesKenya Adrien Great grandkidsSherdae FelixRocerio RoselJada WilliamsDonte PierreKelsey LawsAnias Rosel Son in lawDaniel Alfred 1 brother Morrel Massicott residing in New Jersey. 1 sister Emit Henry in SalisburyMany nieces and nephews here in Dominica and […]

23 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Death announcement of 27 year old Goldene Viveka Stevens from Bense, who peacefully departed this life on July 13, 2026.

She left to mourn Parents: Raymond and Theresa StevensSiblings: Steve, Merlene, Merlice, KishnaBrother in law: George, JoshAunts:Janilla, Odette, Enna Gums in Anguilla, Evenia James in Guadeloupe, Hermina in Guadeloupe, Catherine, Tyne Laville, Olive, Olivia in the USA, Christina, Lucia, Maria, Elizabeth; Jane & Jade John Rose in the USAUncles: Renneth, Noriel in Guadeloupe, Daniel Stevens […]

23 Jul 2026 · 2m read

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*Forever in Our Hearts* _A Night of Tributes & Candlelight Vigil_

Family and friends are warmly invited to join us for an evening of remembrance as we celebrate the life of Goldene Viveka Stevens. Through heartfelt tributes, music, prayer, and the lighting of candles, we will honor her memory, celebrate her legacy, and cherish the love she leaves behind. Saturday, July 25, 2026 5:00 p.m. Bense […]

23 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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CCRIF Board Holds First Meeting Under New Chair Saundra Bailey and Deputy Chair, Dr. Michael Gayle

At its first meeting under newly appointed Chair Saundra Bailey, on July 8, the Board of CCRIF SPC considered a full agenda of governance and operational matters, among them the Organization’s updated Strategic Plan to 2030, which the Board approved. In her opening remarks to the Board and Management, Mrs. Bailey said, “This first meeting […]

23 Jul 2026 · 2m read

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Death announcement of Kenneth St. Rose, also known as “Fletchers”, of Pottersville who resided in Riverdale, Georgia, United States.

He was predeceased by his mother Annice Joseph, father Errol “Chinkey” St. Rose and grandmother Fanalise Emmanuel Kenneth is survived by his wife Valerie St. Rose Sons Jamar and Ja’Quan Grandson Kameron Grandfather Matthew St. Rose Brothers Ian-Michael Anthony, Errol St. Rose, Mario St. Rose, Alfredo St. Rose and Mark Anthony St. Rose Sisters Lenah […]

23 Jul 2026 · 2m read

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Death announcement of BERNARD CLIFFORD REMY Affectionately known as “Labadie”Sunrise: March 1, 1957Sunset: June 20, 2026. Blessed with 69…

It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend. He leaves behind a legacy of love and will be deeply missed. LEFT TO CHERISH HIS MEMORY Five Adopted Children Kenneth, Robert, Sebastian, Mitchell, & Sheldon Five Brothers Ronald, Joseph, Smith, Bennet, & […]

22 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Death announcement of Davidson Deserve who departed this peacefully at the Port of Spain General Hospital Trinidad on Saturday 18th July…

He was a former employee of Dominica Coconut Products (DCP). He leaves to mourn: Wife: Joan Deserve Children: Brenda Deserve Ayong and Dale Deserve Son-in-law: Jason Ayong Grandchildren: Daniel, Bryson and Jadon Brother: Gibbs Nelson (USA) Sister: Rhona Robin (USA) Adopted Brothers and Sisters: Oliver Deserve, Bernie Moses and Lawrence Moses Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law: Evanis […]

22 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Sobers: A Sobering Understanding

Sometimes words are our best emissaries. They enable us to summon and send out to the wicket a perspective on a warrior called back to the pearly pavilion. With them, we can capture a scripture that illuminates an eternal truth such as this: We are because he was! Today we hold aloft a pantheon of […]

22 Jul 2026 · 3m read

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Death announcement of f Benedict “Susan” Esprit of Belles who resided in New York.She died on July 12 2026 in Brooklyn, New York.

Children-Aritha Stewart, Meandez Esprit, Corneil Esprit, Larmont Grant and Tamar Bellot Grand ChildrenDilan Timothy, Jace Stewart, Nyla Stewart, Ethan Peter, and Lyam Blanc in the US, Kermali Emanuel Esprit in Guadeloupe, Currelle Esprit and Kayzia Esprit in the BVI, Armani Grant and Demar Alexander in Dominica. Sons-In-LawTyrone Stewart and Ron Blanc in the US Daughter-In-LawRita […]

21 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Death announcement of 51 YEAR OLD PATTISON DRIGO OF CASTLE BRUCE. HE DIED ON: 29TH JUNE 2026

LEFT TO MOURN: MOTHER: ILMA ST LOUIS CHILDREN: SHANSIA & JADA LEE DRIGO. BROTHERS: MICHEAL, JEFFERSON, LENUS & THEOPHILLUS DRIGO AND VANUS ST LOUIS SISTERS: LINDA GRAHAM, JUDIANA ST LOUIS, PETRONILLIA, AMANDA, SYBILL AND IVONIA DRIGO. AUNTIES: MARTHA, CHRISTINA, SOPHIE, MAGGIE, JULIA & VIRGINIA UNCLES: ANTHONY, JOSEPH, DUKE & EMANUEL SISTER IN LAW: KARINA ST […]

21 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Death announcement of Julius Victorine A.K.A Scrambam or Lafilo.He passed on the 30th of June 2026.

He left to mourn his daughter Maya Victorine of grandbay. His mother Juliana Leatham His adopted mother Stephanie Xavier His father Julien Victorine Adopted father Michel Xavier His siblings : Jamesy, Naomi, Kariel, Jerry, Loretta, Edvira, Daniel, Sheryl Cousins: Odette, Isa, Isabelle, Brenda, Beverly, Marlyn,Stan, Myrtle, Mertch, Ama, Ana, Malisine, PhilanAunties: Martha, Tifi, Juanita Uncles: […]

20 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Dominican Teacher Publishes Debut Novel on Amazon

Dominican teacher Whitney Christopher-Lavinier has achieved a lifelong dream with the publication of her debut novel, From Sunrise to Sunset: Dreams. The first book in the From Sunrise to Sunset series. The novel tells the story of two people who share the same mysterious dream of a tragic wedding that ends in heartbreak. Determined to […]

20 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Project Discovery Dominica Celebrates Youth Representation at the CARYFED Annual Summer Flagship Conference

Project Discovery Dominica is proud to announce the participation of two outstanding young people, Geyoudena Desir and Reece Lantan, at the Caribbean Youth Forum for Environment and Development (CARYFED) 2026, being held in Grenada from July 14–24, 2026. Their participation reflects the organization’s continued commitment to empowering Dominican youth through leadership development, environmental stewardship, and […]

17 Jul 2026 · 3m read

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OECS French Member States Promote Regional Integration Through Dual Cooperation and Security conference

The Territorial Collectivity of Martinique (CTM) hosted the 19th Antilles-Guyane Regional Cooperation Conference (CCRAG) alongside the Conférence Régionale de Sécurité des Antilles (Antilles Regional Security Conference) at the Université des Antilles in Martinique, from July 1 to 3. Under the stewardship of His Excellency Arnaud Mentré, France Ambassador at-large for regional cooperation in the Atlantic […]

17 Jul 2026 · 4m read

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Death announcement of Stowell Benjamin Charles Age: 75 years of Marigot.He died on 26th June, 2026 at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital

He survived by his children:Haniph, Shem, Nazareene, Stovorn, Carol, Duranie, Junior Abel and Kim Charles. Stepchildren: Clania and Moses. Brothers: Wentworth, Edward, Oliver and Caleb Charles. Sisters: Verona Bethelmie, Marie Prince and Esther Lindsay. Brothers-in-law: Micheal and Bryant Joseph, Fortinelle Bethelmie. Sisters-in-law: Virginia, Martha Joseph, Magdalene, Lyn, Margret and Angela Charles. Daughters-in-law: Terrylyn MacDonna Abel, […]

17 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Grenada Launches CXC Workshops to Prepare Teachers for Revised CPEA

The Grenada Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC), has launched a series of orientation workshops to prepare educators for the implementation of the revised Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment (CPEA) programme. The initiative began with a preparatory meeting held on Monday, July 13, at the Grenada Cricket Stadium, where officers from […]

15 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Grenadian Teachers Embrace Virtual Reality in Innovative Training Workshop

Teachers across Grenada are taking part in a Virtual Reality Teacher Training Workshop, a professional development initiative aimed at enhancing classroom engagement and improving student learning through the use of innovative technology and teaching strategies. The four-day workshop, which runs from July 13 to 16, brings together both secondary and primary school teachers. Secondary educators […]

15 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Celebration Key brews up community sustainability solution in Grand Bahama with repurposed coffee grounds

Carnival Corporation and Celebration Key are proving great things can come from the “grounds up.” A new community sustainability initiative in Grand Bahama repurposes used coffee grounds collected on board one of its ships into natural fertilizer, creating a circular program that turns waste into a resource for the island’s environment and community. Through the […]

15 Jul 2026 · 2m read

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Death announcement of Christina “Tina” Massicott of Salisbury, born on April 26th, 1942, died at her home in Salisbury on June 28th, 2026.

She leaves to mourn her: Children: * Pagma Alfred* Jethlyn Proctor* Ingrid Sherrod* Gale Williams Grandchildren: * Eddie John* Keitha Joseph* Ketra Rosel* Sherwin Felix* Tatiana Alfred* Kim Williams* Kaylee Cyrille* Kem Rosel* Trent Alfred* Alyana Barnes* Kenya Adrien Great-grandchildren: * Sherdae Felix* Rocerio Rosel* Jada Williams* Dontea Pierre* Kelsey Laws* Anias Rosel Son-in-law: * […]

15 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Dminica Social Security Encourages Earns To Contribute Before They Become Elderly

Attorney at law Ms. Singoalla Blomqvist-Williams encourages earners to contribute to the Dominica social security before they became elderly. Williams Says that it is very beneficial. She said, “ We have rights to your liberty so nobody can force to be incarcerated or to be put in a mental institution. Williams also spoke about the […]

14 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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SILVER MEDALISTS!

Dominica’s men took the silver medal at the 2026 ECVA U20 Beach Volleyball Championship! Dominica – Tahj/Caiston vs Saint Lucia – Emmanuel/Clarke Results: 0-2 (18-21, 19-21) An incredible run ends with SILVER for these rising stars of Caribbean volleyball, who came into the tournament as the defending 2025 champions and proved once again they are […]

14 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Death announcement of 75-year-old Mr. Bernard Seraphin, affectionately known as “Ti Al Ben,” of Fond St. Jean,who resided in Chicago,…

He leaves to mourn:His wife: Darlene Seraphin. Three children: Bianca Seraphin, Thomas A. Seraphin Jr. and Gray Seraphin. Two granddaughters: Darryel Bowens and Samira Seraphin. Three stepdaughters: Lamekia, Jutoria, Kiara Nine step-grandchildren: Willie, Ariel, Josiah, Jaseer, Bryant, Brandon, Arieonna, Ryan, and Byron. Three brothers: Steven Francis, Petrus Francis in Chicago and Joseph,Francis in Dominica One […]

14 Jul 2026 · 1m read