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‘More than just a journalist’: Ricky Singh remembered for his lifelong commitment to integration and press freedom in the Caribbean
Dominica News Online
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July 8, 2025
Dominica News Online - Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 at 4:03 PM Gibbings, SinghThe Caribbean region has lost legendary journalist and political commentator Ricky Ramat Singh, who died over the weekend at the age of 88. A revered figure whose pen held...
Canada’s new ambassador presents credentials to OECS Director
Dominica News Online
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July 8, 2025
Dominica News Online - Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 at 3:04 PM OECS Director General. DR Didacus JulesOn June 23, 2025, Her Excellency Brenda Wills officially presented her Letter of Credence to Dr. Didacus Jules, Director General of the Organisation...
COMMENTARY: Reforestation, stormwater management, and the role of diaspora organizations in Dominica’s environmental recovery
Dominica News Online
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June 30, 2025
Flooding in Coulibistrie on Saturday, June 28, 2025Disclaimer: The views expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect the views of Duravision Inc, Dominica News Online, or any of its subsidiary brands. On June 28, 2025, I received...
Dominica delays sperm whale reserve bill amid stakeholder concerns
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 26, 2025
The Dominica government has postponed the passage of legislation to formally establish a sperm whale reserve off the country’s west coast, citing the need for further consultation with local stakeholders. The decision was announced by Prime...
Long struggle ahead for LGBTQ+ rights
Bangkok Post
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June 30, 2025
Three more draft laws in the pipeline PUBLISHED : 1 Jul 2025 at 05:01 Thailand enacted the Marriage Equality Bill on Jan 23 this year, making it the third country in Asia after Taiwan and Nepal to recognise same-sex marriage. But the work to...
Representatives of cultural groups told they need to preserve Dominica’s cultural...
DBS Radio
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June 30, 2025
Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has told representatives of cultural groups that they need to preserve Dominica’s cultural identity. The Dominican leader’s call came during a pre-budget consultation with cultural groups. Prime Minister Roosevelt...
Gender parity gap on women’s political representation a priority of CARICOM Regional Gender Equality Strategy -Secretary-General
Win Media SKN
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June 24, 2025
“In the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), we have seen the rise of formidable women leaders in government, the private sector and civil society, yet women remain underrepresented in formal political institutions and upper management roles. Only 2 of...
Dominica urges its citizens not to overstay US visas
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 23, 2025
The Dominican government says it has not received any official communication from the United States regarding reports that the Trump administration is considering a travel ban affecting 36 countries, including Dominica and three other Caribbean...
Dominica: PM Skerrit tells citizens no need to panic amid US Visa concerns
Loop News
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Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has told Dominicans there is “no need or cause for panic” as he addressed concerns over reports of a potential US visa ban on Dominicans. Earlier this month, reports of an additional 36 countries including four...
Officials promise an extravaganza for ‘profile-raising’ WCMF 2025
Dominica News Online
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July 8, 2025
Dr Irving McIntyre addressing launching ceremony of 25th edition of WCMFAs Dominica gears up to host the 25th Edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF), Parliamentary Representative for the Roseau Valley Constituency, Dr. Irving McIntyre...
Masters scholarships under the Commonwealth scholarship commission
Solomon Star
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July 9, 2025
Citizens of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) will be able to pursue a one-year master’s degree at their university of choice in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland beginning in 2026. This was made possible by the UK’s...
DOMINICA: Amelia Stephen Tops 2025 Grade 6 National Assessment
Antigua News Room
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June 21, 2025
St Martin Primary’s Amelia Stephen Tops 2025 Grade 6 National Assessment Twelve-year-old Amelia Stephen of St Martin Primary School has emerged as the top performer in Dominica’s 2025 Grade 6 National Assessment Examinations. The results were...
Inside Bouyon: How a Fusion of Local Folk Music & Digitized Instruments Gave Way to Dominica’s Fast-Spreading Homegrown Genre
Billboard
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June 27, 2025
Last summer — and, for what it’s worth, this summer as well — Quan, Litleboy and Trilla G’s “Someone Else” was inescapable across the Windward Islands of the Caribbean. Whether you were feting pon di road, out with friends, or humming along to...
DASCI awards scholarships to 26 students starting high school in Dominica
Dominica News Online
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June 26, 2025
Dominica News Online - Thursday, June 26th, 2025 at 2:39 PM Student recipients. Photo: DASCITwenty-six students from eight primary schools across Dominica, along with two high school students from Florida, will find it easier to pursue secondary...
Religious sisters celebrate jubilees, discuss pastoral plan
Superior Catholic Herald - Wisconsin
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June 20, 2025
Bishop James P. Powers poses with Sr. Kathy Wiesneski SCSC, left, who is celebrating 40 years of vowed religious life, and Sr. Mary Dominica Effertz OSM, right, who is celebrating her 75th jubilee. (Submitted photos) The religious sisters of the...
Dominica Government orders investigation after roof collapse at Grammar School
Loop News
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The Government of Dominica has issued a statement regarding the collapse of the concrete roof at the Dominica Grammar School, which is currently under construction in the capital. The incident occurred on Monday when the roof of the school’s...
Catholic Church in Belles gets much needed face-lift by Parish Priest, Fr. Joseph Hung
Dominica News Online
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June 24, 2025
Dominica News Online - Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 at 7:30 AM Sunday worship on June 22, 2025, at the Blessed Peter Donders Catholic Church turned into a joyous celebration as parishioners were welcomed into a fully renovated church building in the...
Dominica Athletics Association hosts youth sports event in Grand Bay this weekend
Dominica News Online
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June 17, 2025
Home >> Education/Youth Dominica News Online - Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 at 8:15 AM The Dominica Athletics Association (DAA) has announced its annual National Juvenile Track and Field Meet, scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 21, and Sunday,...
Dominica: Government says no one injured after roof collapses
Loop News
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CMC – Dominican Education Minister Octavia Alfred has confirmed that no one was injured when the concrete roof structure for the auditorium of the Dominica Grammar School (DGS) collapsed on Monday. She said that the roof had collapsed “during the...
Dominica launches crackdown on gun-smuggling network after firearm seizures
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 16, 2025
Dominica authorities on Monday pledged to dismantle a gun-smuggling network after police announced the seizure of nearly 50 firearms — including assault rifles — at the island’s ports since the start of 2025. Acting Police Commissioner Lincoln...