The traditional Carnival season 2022 was celebrated with a difference this year, due in large part to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government of Dominica approved special protocols which allowed for special entertainment events to be piloted during what would traditionally... The post Special entertainment events for Carnival 2022 staged successfully says DDA appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica, with funding provided by the European Union under the 11th EDF B-Envelope State Building Contract, has embarked on the rehabilitation of key feeder/farm access roads. This programme is seen, in part, as the... The post Government undertakes rehabilitation of feeder/farm access roads with EDF funding appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Cabinet of Dominica has approved the implementation of the National Emergency Telecommunications plan to establish a cohesive harmonized structure for emergency communication on the island. In a statement earlier this week, Minister of State in the Office of the... The post Government approves emergency communication plan for Dominica appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Office of Disaster Management (ODM) website within the past eight months has undergone a  radical makeover. On March 21, 2022 in partnership with the  Commonwealth of Learning (COL) and the Climate Resilience Execution Agency for Dominica (CREAD), the ODM... The post ODM unveils new website in time for the 2022 hurricane season appeared first on Dominica News Online.

A Castle Bruce man is now on a five year suspended jail sentence and also owes the court $7,500.00 following his guilty plea to possession of firearms and ammunition. During an operation by the police on March 16, 2022, at... The post Castle Bruce man fined over $7,000 for possession of firearm appeared first on Dominica News Online.

LIVE: National Youth Parliament 2022 The post LIVE: National Youth Parliament 2022 appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Opposition Leader, Lennox Linton has said his party is engaging stakeholders, civil society organizations and individuals to put together a plan of action to save Dominica from the current government. He made the announcement while delivering a live statement on... The post Linton calls signing of diplomatic relations with Syria ‘act of desperation’; formulating plan of action to save Dominica appeared first on Dominica News Online.

LIVE address by leader of Parliamentary Opposition The post LIVE address by leader of Parliamentary Opposition appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Dominican, K. Lisana Dyer has been selected by the Alliance of Small Island Developing States (AOSIS) for the 2022 AOSIS Fellowship Programme. Ms. Dyer, who was engaged as an intern under the National Employment Programme as an Environmental Officer for... The post Dominican, Lisana Dyer, selected for 2022 Alliance of Small Island Developing States Fellowship appeared first on Dominica News Online.

 A  club with the aim of providing support for women to ascend in every aspect of wellness has been introduced in Dominica. The club, dubbed Waitufit360, was launched at the Botanic Gardens over the weekend and its mission is to... The post New club, WaiTuFit360, aims to empower ‘mind, body and soul’ of women – President, Kimara Matthew (with photos) appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Prime Minister, Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit recently presented a cheque in the amount of EC$25,000 to Mr. Ronald Green, the Manager of the South East Football Club, to fund the team’s travel to Puerto Rico to participate in the CONCACAF Caribbean... The post Government of Dominica supports southeast football club’s participation in Concacaf Caribbean club shield appeared first on Dominica News Online.

*Editor’s note* This installment of Dear Bella is a follow-up response to this previous post: https://dominicanewsonline.com/news/homepage/news/dear-bella-im-stuck-in-the-middle-afraid-to-choose-between-two-lovers/   Dear Bella,   I am back. Thanks for your advice and of course those comments I read and agreed to. First, I must... The post DEAR BELLA: I followed your advice and the feedback from your readers; thank you! appeared first on Dominica News Online.

With less than 24 hours away from Dominica’s historical hosting of the National Youth Parliament(NYP), the morale is “high”. This is according to Chairperson of the National Youth Parliament, Mr. Phael Lander, as he commented on the activities that have... The post First meeting of the first session of the National Youth Parliament less than 24 hours away appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Four men accused of the murder of 58-year-old David Aires Esprit of Campbell have been remanded into custody following their appearance before a Roseau Magistrate.  Fourty-nine (49) year-old Vanty Lestrade Alexander and his son 25 year-old Brad Alexander  as well... The post Four men remanded in custody for murder of Campbell man appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Surface to low level instability is expected to continue to produce periods of increased cloudiness and scattered showers over the island during the next 24 hours. Moderate seas are anticipated during the next 24 hours with waves expected to peak... The post WEATHER (6:00 AM, March 22): Increased cloudiness, scattered showers next 24 hrs appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat and the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) brought together some thirty representatives of Caribbean governments and regional institutions today to tackle challenges relating to the absence... The post CCREEE and partners tackle absence of energy data; host energy statistics conference for CARICOM member states appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Nearly three weeks after a 16-year-old Marigot teen was charged with the murder of a Chinese national, the High Court today (March 21, 2022) granted him bail in the sum of $150,000.00. The juvenile is accused of killing Chinese businessman... The post 16-year-old murder accused granted $150k bail appeared first on Dominica News Online.

  The Dominica Association of Persons with Disabilities (DAPD) is scheduled to convene its 36th, 37th and 38th Annual General Meeting on Wednesday March 23, 2022. The meetings are being combined as a result of their postponement in 2020 and... The post DAPD to hold combined AGM to make up for meetings missed in 2020 and 2021 due to pandemic appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has expressed confidence in his government’s target of a 700 million dollar economic return from the agricultural sector within the next eight years. During a Value Chain Stakeholder Consultation held last week at the Goodwill Parish... The post PM confident that agriculture can contribute 700 million dollars to Dominica’s economy by 2030 appeared first on Dominica News Online.

COVID-19 statistics for Dominica as of 18th March 2022 The post COVID-19 statistics for Dominica as of 18th March 2022 appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Dominica’s new emergent social enterprise, WePlanet Inc., is utilizing its founders’ abilities in information technology, computer science and business to promote and reward individuals for adopting tiny eco-friendly decisions to create a climate-resilient Caribbean community. With the help of Optimum... The post Youth-owned enterprise, WePlanet Inc., envisions creation of environmentally conscious Caribbean appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat and the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) brought together some thirty representatives of Caribbean governments and regional institutions today to tackle challenges relating to the absence... The post CCREEE and partners tackle absence of energy data; hosts energy statistics conference for CARICOM member states appeared first on Dominica News Online.

President of the Dominica Calypso Association (DCA), Davidson ‘Observer’ Victor, says calypsonian Dave “Soul Puss” Pascal is in stable condition following a motor vehicle accident which he was involved in over the weekend. Victor, a nurse at the Dominica China... The post Calypsonian Soul Puss in stable condition following vehicular accident over the weekend appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Secret Bay continues to make headlines as reviews and accolades pour in, praising the luxury resort’s ability to provide guests from all over the world with sustainable, luxurious lodgings. The resort continues to be known as a one-of-a-kind Caribbean experience... The post Secret Bay continues to impress internationally appeared first on Dominica News Online.

A stabbing incident at the Roseau Market in the late afternoon of Saturday March 19, 2022, has left Martindale Morancie of Bath Estate nursing injuries at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital (DCFH). Superintendent of Police, Belgrove Charles who heads the... The post Roseau Market stabbing leaves Bath Estate man nursing injury; Yampiece man in police custody appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Investigations carried out by the police have resulted in four men being arrested and charged with the murder of 58-year-old David Aires Esprit of Campbell. Acting Superintendent of Police, Leana Edwards reported that Brad Alexander, Vanty Lestrade Alexander and Kendel... The post Four men charged with murder of Campbell man appeared first on Dominica News Online.

A strong high pressure system will remain dominant across the area resulting in breezy conditions during the next 24 hours. Low-level moisture within the wind flow is expected to produce periods of cloudiness and scattered showers over the island mainly... The post WEATHER (6:00 AM, March 20): More scattered showers expected tonight appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Dominica-China Friendship Hospital (DCFH) has commissioned its High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU). The machine was donated by the Chinese government at an estimated cost of US$2.5M and will be used to treat tumors- both benign tumors and certain malignant tumors,... The post HIFU machine commissioned at DCFH; it will reduce need for overseas medical treatment says Health Minister appeared first on Dominica News Online.

“Too much salt in our diets can harm our health, leading to unnecessary deaths from heart attacks and strokes, and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs),” stated Dr. Joy St. John, Executive Director at CARPHA, in observance of World Salt Awareness Week.... The post COMMENTARY: Shake the Salt Habit appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Independent Regulatory Commission (IRC) is preparing to review new electricity rates for the Dominica Electricity Services Ltd. (DOMLEC). As the regulator of the electricity sector in Dominica, the Electricity Supply Act No. 10 of 2006 empowers the IRC to review... The post IRC prepares for tariff review of DOMLEC appeared first on Dominica News Online.

People across the globe have been shocked and moved by the harrowing scenes from Ukraine. Whole cities are being destroyed by Russian missiles, with hospitals, apartment buildings and railway stations reduced to rubble. Thousands have been killed, including many children.... The post Joint statement by British, US, EU and Canadian ambassadors to the region: We All Stand With Ukraine appeared first on Dominica News Online.

This year’s theme for PAYS’ Yachties Appreciation Week aligns with Discover Dominica Authority’s objective of promoting a safe travel experience on the Nature Island. The itinerary of ceremonies, games, tours, outdoor activities, and entertainment will run from March 20-27, 2022,... The post PAYS announces another Yachties Appreciation Week appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Statement by the Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit March 18th 2022 The post Statement by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit on diplomatic relations with Syria appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Several recommendations have been made to the government by farmers, fisherfolk, agro-processors, hucksters, hoteliers and other key agriculture stakeholders on measures to strengthen the value chain to promote food security and achieve sustainable growth in the agriculture industry in Dominica.... The post Agriculture stakeholders make recommendations to Government to grow the industry appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Commonwealth of Dominica joins the rest of the world in celebrating International Day of Forest, on March 21st, 2022. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Forests and sustainable production and consumption.”; a timely reminder of the importance of... The post Release on International Day of Forest 2022 appeared first on Dominica News Online.