​Trade & Commerce Minister Ian Douglas says a new upgraded and exciting twist will be added to the Ti Village Kweyol Tout Biten Domnik daytime happening. The event is slated for October 24 to 27and replaces the FLOW's Creole in the park event. Douglas says great events, products and cuisine will be available.

Trade & Commerce Minister, Ian Douglas
 
Lead Communications officer at Flow Dominica, Ferdina Frampton says in spite of the company not staging the event anymore, it was only fitting to come onboard and give a cash endorsement to the activity. 

​The Ministry of Agriculture in collaboration with the Pesticide control Board is currently in process of collecting inactive Pesticide, and other chemical products used by farmers. Pesticide management in Dominica is handled by the Pesticide Control Board. The Pesticides Control Board (PCB), established under the Pesticides Control Act (PDF 1.1 MB) (No.15, 1974.) (PCA) registers and licensees all pesticides used in Dominica. The Membership of the Board is fixed by the Act as follows:
 
Chief Agricultural Officer; Chief Medical Officer; The Government Analyst. Two other persons, one of whom should not be employed in the public service.Current members of the board are:
 
Mr. Ricky Brumant                Director of Agriculture (Ag)
Mr Amos Wiltshire                Farmer’s Representative (Member)
Ms Anna Mary Seraphine     Secretary
Dr. David Johnson                 Chief Medical Officer (Member)
or Mr Anthony Scotland
Ms Theodora Anthony DEXIA’s Representative (Member)
 
Presently they are on a present sensitization drive to educate persons on best practices dealing with chemical waste disposal as well embracing organic practices.

The collaborative works between the bureau of standards branch off into a number of key areas of testing.

​Theodora Anthony-Williams, Crop Development Officer at DEXIA.

Dominica’s Buggery laws are being challenged, leaving many questioning the direction in which our society is headed, and whether or not it is a change for better or worse. Speaking with Q95 earlier this morning, Pastor Randy Rodney shared his views and opinion on the matter, stating that there may be a wider agenda of social influence by the LGBTQ community that could have serious impacts on the lives and minds of children.

He described this attempt at legalizing homosexuality, as having a number of ripple effects in society, that we must be mindful of, and stand up against.

​Pastor Randy Rodney.

The Minister of Governance, Gretta Roberts, told the graduates of the Adult Education Division that they were all present at the ceremony to celebrate the decision that each of them made to invest in themselves and to get past the challenges that kept them from completing their education in the traditional sense. Enrollment in the youth development division's initiatives, she continued, underlines their significance and relevance in the current socio-economic climate. She spoke at the Adult Education Division Certificate ceremony last evening.

Roberts added that the Adult Education Division continues to carry out its mandate to support entrepreneurship programs, capacity building, functional literacy and numeracy for adult learners across the island.

​Governance Minister, Gretta Roberts.

Chairman of DOWASCO's Board of Directors Louis Patrick Hill says Dominica is blessed with abundant water resources. However, he says this fact should not be taken for granted, and citizens must make appropriate decisions to conserve the island's water ways. He touts that if proactive steps are not taken, this abundance can dissipate.

​Chairman of DOWASCO's Board of Directors, Louis Patrick-Hill.

The President's Foundation Fundraising Dinner is back after a 2-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event will take place on Sunday October 15. Member of the Foundation Oliver St John gave details. He was speaking on a local radio program.

Member of the President's Charities Foundation, Oliver St John.

​Independence is quickly approaching and all the excitement that comes with it, is geared up and ready to go. This year will be the first time the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) is expected to return to seeing massive numbers of patrons following the Covid19 pandemic.
 
However, before the big day, The Dominica Festivals Committee in collaboration with Discover Dominica Authority and the Ministry of Tourism have begun what is popularly known as the “HotSpot and Dwivé” popup events.
 
Festival and Events Assistant Kerwin Jno Baptiste speaking at yesterday’s press conference an overview of a number of hotspot events that are scheduled leading up the festivities.

Festival and Events Assistant, Kerwin Jno Baptiste.

​As the World Creole Music Festival approaches, the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) says it is continuing to work at ensuring that visitors enjoy this season while also contributing significantly to the local economy. Kimberly King, Destination Marketing Manager at the DDA, provided an update on the accommodation and bookings for the festival. She was speaking at a press conference yesterday.

King added that they are advising people to book their accommodations early in order to secure their reservations for the festival season. She also supplied contact and other pertinent information.

Kimberly King, Destination Marketing Manager at the DDA.

​The WCMF should be a product of the people, for the people without any political influence, laments Political Scientist Alex Bruno, speaking as a special guest on the Push Past 10 Program hosted by Dr. Simone Mathieu. Bruno shared his views on the manner in which the event is currently showcased and promoted. Heargued that there are several viable ways in which that the people themselves will feel part owners of that cultural product.

​Political Scientist Alex Bruno.

The Dominica Senior Men's Cricket team's coach, Fernix Thomas, voiced his confidence and optimism in the players as they prepared to compete in the Windwards Tournament in Grenada. The 2022 Windwards Super50 Tournament will take place in Grenada from September 29 to October 3, 2022. Thomas confirms that their preparations have been adequate, despite the fact that adverse weather prevented them from proceeding as planned. He nevertheless observed that the players are upbeat and determined to represent the island with honor.

Dominica Senior Men's Cricket Team's Coach, Fernix Thomas.