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Archive for: January, 2010

Mabel Moir James to be Given Official Funeral

Mabel Moir James to be Given Official Funeral

The Government of Dominica has decided that Mrs. Mable Moir James will be given an official funeral on Monday, February 1, 2010. The Government of Dominica has declared a day of mourning on Monday as a mark of respect for the late Mrs. Mable Moir James, former Member of the House of Assembly.
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Health Officials Warn Against Outbreak of Gastroenteritis

Health Officials Warn Against Outbreak of Gastroenteritis

Health officials on the island are currently investigating what Dominica Central has learnt is an outbreak of gastroenteritis
Health officials have ruled out the possibility of water contamination but are still taking samples to be sure.
Over the past several days, a number of Dominicans have been complaining about diarrhea, vomiting and nausea.
Several have also reported this [...]

Dominica Well Represented at Jamaica Jazz and Blues 2010

Dominica Well Represented at Jamaica Jazz and Blues 2010

Dominican born, Bronx bred Marie-claire; as well as Nelly Stharre, a Dominican who has called Kingston home for the last 15 years, will both be performing on the final night of the annual Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival in Trewlany this Saturday January 30th.
Marie-claire is an Italian-trained opera singer who has performed at Carnegie [...]

Green Warns of Dominica’s Slide to Dictatorship and One-Party State

Green Warns of Dominica’s Slide to Dictatorship and One-Party State

The United Workers Party(UWP) issued a statement earlier today, accusing Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of abusing his powers, while attempting to run a one party state.
“Roosevelt Skerrit once again is demonstrating his intention to rule this Country as he personally pleases. He continues to abuse our Laws and treat Dominica’s Constitution with disregard, disrespect and [...]

Opening Parade of The Real Mass 2010

Opening Parade of The Real Mass 2010

Hundreds of revelers and onlookers crowded the streets of the capital city Roseau and the Carnival City on Saturday 25 January for the official opening of Dominica’s carnival -The Real Mass.  Revelers and patrons used the opportunity to parade in the streets of Roseau various t-shirt and costume bands, queen contestants, calypsonians and various other [...]

Government Could Soon top Salaries of low Income Employees

Government Could Soon top Salaries of low Income Employees

An election campaign promise made by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit to increase the salaries of low income government employees to $1000.00 a month within 100 days of being reelected could become a reality.
Adviser to the Prime Minister Eddie Lambert told Focus on Government and Development last week, that the matter is being discussed.amoa
He said a [...]

Hundreds Participate in Official Opening of the Real Mass

Hundreds Participate in Official Opening of the Real Mass

Dominicans turned out in large numbers to witness the official opening of Dominica’s carnival-The Real Mass.
Hundreds of patrons paraded the streets on Saturday, displaying costumes while the participants of various shows introduced themselves to the public.
Director of the Dominica Festivals Committee Alwin Bully told the official ceremony at the Festival City in Pottersville on Saturday [...]

Earthquake Rattles Dominica and Parts of the Leeward Islands

Earthquake Rattles Dominica and Parts of the Leeward Islands

A small volcanic earthquake was recorded in the  south of Dominica on Saturday morning, a day before a larger tremor shook parts of the Leeward Islands. Neither event resulted in any damage or injuries, based on initial reports.
The University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre, which recorded the Dominica event, said the 2.1-magnitude earthquake [...]

DOMLEC Gives $40,000 to Culture, Arts and Sporting Sectors

DOMLEC Gives $40,000 to Culture, Arts and Sporting Sectors

Dominica’s sole electricity provider DOMLEC has announced its sponsorship of Carnival queen contestant Crystal Fagan.
Communications and Marketing Manager of DOMLEC Adina Bellot Valentine made the announcement at a press conference on Thursday where DOMLEC announced its contributions of over $40 000 to the culture, arts and sporting sectors.
Meantime General Manager of DOMLEC Colin Cover says [...]

New Employment Agency Will pay Unemployment Benefits up to six Months

New Employment Agency Will pay Unemployment Benefits up to six Months

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit says government will deliver on promises made during campaigns prior to the December 18th general elections.
One of these promises included assisting the unemployed in Dominica by establishing an unemployment agency within the first 100 days in office.
The Prime Minister told a public meeting with the private sector recently that the new [...]

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