Over twenty media professionals from across the Caribbean were given the opportunity to sharpen their skills and meet new like-minded contacts, after completing the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s (FCDO) International Communications Skills Course last week. The prestigious UK-funded course,... The post UK funds prestigious training course for Caribbean media professionals appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Gaston Browne administration in St John’s Antigua could boycott the Observer Radio, one of the leading stations on the island. According to reports, it is expected that the matter will be voted on when that country’s weekly Cabinet meeting... The post Observer Radio faces possible boycott by Antigua Cabinet appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Government of Dominica has launched the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Loan Facility at the Agricultural Industrial and Development (AID) Bank to provide access to capital for business investment and expansion. Government signed the agreement with the Bank... The post Government of Dominica launches $27M small business loan facility at Aid Bank appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Energy is among the top strategic issues shaping the global agenda; the uncertainty and impact of energy and commodity price volatility has now established itself as the number‑one issue for energy leaders worldwide. A history of unpredictable global oil price spikes has consistently... The post COMMENTARY: ‘A Century of Oil, A Future of Options’ appeared first on Dominica News Online.

  The Dominica Freedom Party joins the rest of the International Community dedicated to the preservation of international law, right of self governance and integrity of sovereign states, in condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In this moment of global... The post Dominica Freedom Party (DFP) press statement on the Russian invasion of Ukraine appeared first on Dominica News Online.

C&W Communications is assisting those trying to connect with loved ones in Ukraine by offering free long distance calling and texts from its Caribbean markets.  The offer is valid for all customers across the company’s networks in the Caribbean. C&W... The post BUSINESS BYTE: C&W Communications provides free mobile calling to Ukraine appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Due to poor health, it is quite unlikely that Indian fugitive Mehul Choksi will return to Dominica to answer illegal entry charges. Choksi, who disappeared mysteriously from Antigua and Barbuda, showed up in Dominica on May 23rd and was charged for... The post Choksi unlikely to return to face charges of illegal entry due to poor health appeared first on Dominica News Online.

DOWASCO apologizes to customers from Warner for the unscheduled interruption to their water supply.  This interruption is due to technical difficulties beyond our control. DOWASCO would like to advise customers that we are working to have the problem rectified in... The post ANNOUNCEMENT: DOWASCO apologizes for loss of service in Warner appeared first on Dominica News Online.

A new partnership between the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality (CROSQ) will seek to develop and implement Caribbean-wide health, safety and environmental sanitation (HSE) hospitality operational standards. The Letter of Agreement... The post Agreement between CARPHA and CROSQ signed to develop Caribbean-wide health, safety and environmental sanitation hospitality standards appeared first on Dominica News Online.

DOWASCO apologizes to customers from Upper Campbell for the unscheduled interruption to their water supply on Saturday March 5th, 2022.  This interruption was due to technical difficulties beyond our control. DOWASCO would like to advise customers that we are working... The post ANNOUNCEMENT: DOWASCO apologizes for unscheduled service interruption in Upper Campbell appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The police are investigating a suspected drowning of a senior man in the community of Coulibistrie. The victim who has been identified as Boniface “Bonnet” Lovelle of Coulibistrie said to be in his late 60’s was seen by villagers floating... The post Suspected drowning in Coulibistrie appeared first on Dominica News Online.

THE DOMINICA GEOTHERMAL DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LIMITED (DGDC) LTD WOULD LIKE TO INFORM MOTORISTS, RESIDENTS AND ROAD USERS OF THE ROSEAU VALLEY ROAD TO LAUDAT, THAT HEAVY EQUIPMENT WILL BE MOVED DURING THE PERIOD SATURDAY MARCH 5 - SATURDAY MARCH 12 2022. The post ANNOUNCEMENT: Heavy equipment being moved on Roseau Valley Road to Laudat – expect minor delays and proceed with caution appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Dominica State College, with approval from the Board of Governors, would like to inform all stakeholders that ‘remote learning’ will continue for the duration of the semester. This decision is in keeping with the safety of staff and students,... The post Dominica State College classes to continue remotely for the duration of the semester appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Dominican man accused of killing 36-year-old Christopher Smithers, a personal trainer in Antigua and Barbuda, has been formally charged with murder. Police in the twin island state named the suspect as 38-year-old Berle Adolphus Nathaniel Wallace Jr-a Dominican national... The post Dominican charged with murder of Antiguan personal trainer who was stabbed to death appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Board of Engineering solicits applications from individuals to be Registered Engineers in accordance with Sections 20, 24 and 25 of the Engineering Profession Act #22 of 2002, and from Organisations for application for a Certificate of Authorisation to engage in engineering work, in accordance with Section 32 of the said Act. The post ANNOUNCEMENT: Applications solicited from individuals to be Registered Engineers appeared first on Dominica News Online.

On Monday, February 22nd, 81-year-old Oliver Emanuel died at the China-Friendship hospital after a long illness. Var as we affectionally called him, hailed from Riviere Cyrique, and relocated to La Plaine in 1968 after he got married to my aunt.... The post COMMENTARY: My time and experiences with Var appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Schools in Dominica will resume in-person learning, utilizing a blended approach, from March 7, 2022. Minister for Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence, Hon. Octavia Alfred made the announcement on Thursday. “The consensus from our consultations is... The post Ministry of Education announces resumption of face to face learning appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Australia cricket legend Shane Warne has died at the age of just 52 after suffering a suspected heart attack, his management have confirmed. According to a UK newspaper, the Mirror, Warne’s management have confirmed that the cricketer died after suffering... The post Legendary Australian cricketer Shane Warne dies at the age of 52 appeared first on Dominica News Online.

An investigation into the shooting death of 26-year-old Stephen Paul of Stockfarm has come to a close as the police have charged a Haitian national residing in Dominica with his murder. It is alleged that on January 2, 2022 at... The post Haitian charged with murder of Stock Farm man appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Minister for Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence, Octavia Alfred has said that principals on island have been asked to be “very accommodating” to students during the week of the resumption of face to face learning. Alfred... The post Principals asked to be ‘very accommodating’ to students next week as face to face learning returns to Dominica’s schools appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Geneva – I am alarmed about verified credible reports of discrimination, violence and xenophobia against third country nationals attempting to flee the conflict in Ukraine. Let me be clear, discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality or migration status is... The post Discrimination and racism against third country nationals fleeing Ukraine must end: IOM Director General appeared first on Dominica News Online.

A shooting incident in broad daylight in the city of Roseau has left a Kingshill bus driver nursing injuries in his right leg at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital (DCFH). On the afternoon of March 2, 2022, shortly after 4:00... The post Police identify Kings Hill bus driver as victim of Roseau shooting; search continues for shooter appeared first on Dominica News Online.

C&W Communications, the operators of Flow, Flow Business and C&W Business, has announced a suite of new roaming plans to coincide with The Declaration of St George’s towards the reduction of Intra-CARICOM roaming charges. C&W’s new plans include radically reduced... The post BUSINESS BYTE: C&W Communications commits to lower roaming rates   appeared first on Dominica News Online.

House for Lease Perfect for foreign nationals working in Dominica or a small family looking for a secure home. This two-bedroom fully furnished house located in Morne Bruce is suitable for anyone looking for a tranquil and safe neighborhood. The property is fenced in a... The post ANNOUNCEMENT: House for rent in Morne Bruce appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The newly-formed National Youth Parliament, has been charged with the task of helping to strengthen the country’s democracy, demonstrate the importance of tolerance, and with informed opinions on matters of public interest, “make useful recommendations for solutions on pressing issues.”... The post Youth parliament tasked with helping to strengthen democracy, recommend solutions to pressing issues, among other things appeared first on Dominica News Online.

A 16-year-old of Marigot has been charged with the murder of a Chinese business man who resided in Dominica. The accused appeared before Magistrate Michael Laudat accompanied by an adult on March 2, 2022, where the charge was read to... The post 16-year-old charged with murder of Chinese national appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The countries of the Eastern Caribbean are at a pivotal point in the region’s development history; one in which its people are facing unprecedented social, environmental, and economic challenges – headlined by the accelerating global threat of climate change and... The post COMMENTARY: The climate is changing, so must the Caribbean appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The Board of Directors, Membership, and Secretariat extend deepest and sincerest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues and all impacted by the life of Daniel Panthier, Executive Assistant at the Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce (DAIC).  Daniel is fondly... The post DAIC shares sincerest condolences on the passing of Executive Assistant Daniel Panthier appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Daniel Panthier, former NYC Publicity Coordinator and National Youth Parliament (NYP) 2022-2023, passed away on Saturday morning, one day after being inducted into the first cohort of NYCD’s National Youth Parliamentarians. President of the NYCD, Ashma McDougall has commented on... The post Statement by NYCD on passing of Daniel Panthier former NYC Executive Member appeared first on Dominica News Online.

DOWASCO apologizes to customers from Giraudel, Eggleston, Reigate and St. Elmo’s for the unscheduled interruption to their water supply.  This interruption is due to technical difficulties beyond our control. DOWASCO would like to advise customers that we are working to... The post ANNOUNCEMENT: DOWASCO apologizes to customers from Giraudel, Eggleston, Reigate and St. Elmo’s for unscheduled service interruption appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The hearts of the Caribbean people are broken and wounded as we learn of the invasion of the vulnerable sovereign state of the Ukrainian People’s Republic by the Russian Federation, the subsequent loss of innocent lives, and the sever suffering... The post Message on Russian invasion of Ukraine from President of Antilles Episcopal Conference, Archbishop-elect Gabriel Malzaire appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Heartfelt tributes have been pouring in for one of Dominica’s aspiring youths, Daniel Panthier, who died over the weekend. Dominica News Online (DNO) has confirmed that the youth advocate from the community of Point Michel was found in an unresponsive... The post Tributes pour in for youth advocate from Pointe Michel who died appeared first on Dominica News Online.

The public has spoken and the organizers of Showdown Mas Camp have heard you. Mas Camp has decided to bring live from 12:30 pm the Carnival Tuesday last lap event. Here’s your final chance to listen to some of your... The post LIVE NOW: Mas Camp Carnival Tuesday last lap appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Despite the constraints and desperate times due to covid-19 and other restrictions, the 2022 calypso season went “very well” the Dominica Calypso Association’s (DCA) has stated. The journey into the world of virtual entertainment had its share of confusion in... The post 2022 calypso season went very well amidst ‘desperate’ times says calypso association appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Heartfelt tributes have been pouring in for one of Dominica’s aspiring youths, Daniel Panthier, who died over the weekend. Dominica News Online (DNO) has confirmed that the youth advocate from the community of Point Michel was found in an unresponsive... The post Tributes pour in for youth advocate from Pointe Mitchel who died appeared first on Dominica News Online.