​Electoral Commissioner, Hillary Shillingford, reveals how Former Chief Elections Officer, Ian Anthony, was sidelined by DLP-selected Electoral Commissioners, Alick Lawrence, Lennox Lawrence and Duncan Stowe - Despite these three Commissioners publicly praising Mr Ian Anthony, prior to his legal resignation.
 
Shillingford added that the proposed female for the position of Chief Elections Officer, by the President of Dominica, Sylvanie Burton, to the Electoral Commission, is not suited for this position.

​Shillingford contends that it is a mistake for the government to have not amended the stipulations to increase the retirement age for the position of Chief Elections Officer. Currently the age limit is 55 years, however Hillary Shillingford is convinced that Anthony still has so much to contribute to the Elections Office, in expertise, experience and network.

​Electoral Commissioner, Hillary Shillingford

​Eighteen individuals will be honored with Meritorious Service Awards on Independence Day, November 3, 2024. Press Secretary Dionne Durand-Smith announced on state-owned radio that among the recipients is Dominica's first gold medalist, Thea Lafond-Gadson, who will receive the country’s highest accolade, the Dominica Award of Honor. Additionally, the governments of the United Kingdom and Canada will be awarded the Sisserou Award of Honor.

​Smith went on to highlight additional recipients of this year's awards, noting that the awardees will be recognized during the Independence Day Observance ceremony at Windsor Park Sports Stadium on Sunday, November 3, 2024.

​Press Secretary, Dionne Durand-Smith

​During the 18th Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA) from October 7 to 11, 2024, Caribbean ministers responsible for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and the Blue Economy engaged in productive discussions aimed at fostering climate-smart blue economic growth.
 
The event, organized by the Caricom Secretariat culminated in the 14th Special Meeting of the Ministerial Council of the Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM). The ministers emphasized the need for enhanced production and sustainability across the 17 CRFM Member States to bolster food security and create jobs.
 
The council reviewed priority policies to advance their goals, building on resolutions from their previous meeting in April 2024. The CRFM Secretariat presented data showing that domestic production in the region stood at approximately 158,000 metric tonnes, valued at US$575 million, with aquaculture contributing 6% of that total.
 
Milton Haughton, Executive Director of the CRFM Secretariat, noted the Caribbean’s lag in aquaculture production compared to global standards. He emphasized the need for targeted policy actions and investments to modernize the sector and promote sustainable practices, particularly through mariculture, which is well-suited for Caribbean nations with extensive ocean space but limited land and freshwater resources.
 

​Communications & Public Relations Specialist at Discover Dominica Authority (DDA),Monelle Alexis has revealed the lineup of activities scheduled for March 2025. The month will feature Carnival Monday and Tuesday on March 3 and 4, 2025. She also noted that the Tewey Vaval event will take place on March 5, marking the end of Carnival 2025.

​Monelle Alexis, Communications and Public Relations Specialist at Discover Dominica Authority (DDA)

​Dominican Cyclist Kohath Baron and Cycling Coach & General Secretary of the Dominica Cycling Association (DCA), Desmond Prosper, will be travelling to Guyana to participate in the 2024 100-Mile Caribbean Cycling Championships, from October 31st to November 1st, 2024. DCA President Ronald Charles told Q95 News on Wednesday Evening that he and the executive are confident in Kohath Baron's skills and capabilities for this competition.

​Royal Globe Inc. founder Avena A Prince has observed that young people often only begin to appreciate the traditional Wob Dwiyèt after traveling abroad for studies, especially when required to represent their cultural heritage. Prince contends that if youths were more thoroughly educated about this cultural symbol, they would value it more deeply.

​Prince emphasized that while those in sewing are exploring creativity, they should also incorporate traditional elements. She noted that without a foundation in tradition, there's less inspiration to build from, underscoring the need for blending innovation with cultural heritage.

​Avena A. Prince, Founder of Royal Globe Inc

​Credit: Dominica State College FaceBook Page
 
Dominica State College (DSC) proudly celebrates Miss Earnisha Fontaine as the 2024 Creole Wear Winner. Fontaine captivated the audience and judges with her stylish representation of traditional Creole attire, showcasing cultural elegance and pride. The Creole Wear competition, an annual highlight of DSC’s events, provides students the opportunity to express their cultural heritage through fashion. Fontaine’s achievement adds to the vibrant atmosphere of Creole Month festivities, inspiring young Dominicans to embrace and celebrate their roots.

​Jolly’s Health Vibes Co-Host, Trudy Christian, has encouraged parents and guardians to avoid transferring their own fears about medical treatments to their children. Speaking on the subject of childhood vaccinations, Christian highlighted that children can easily absorb their caregivers' anxieties, which can lead to heightened stress and reluctance during medical procedures. She advised that parent’s approach medical visits with a calm demeanor to help children feel at ease, especially when they are about to receive medications or shots.

​Jolly’s Health Vibes Co-Host, Trudy Christian

​Journalist Carlisle Jno Baptiste is calling on the Fete Lapwet Committee to be transparent in reporting on the event's finances. He stated that the 2024 Fete Lapwet was canceled after the mass resignation of key committee members, due to alleged mismanagement of funds.

​Journalist, Carlisle Jno Baptiste

​Event Coordinator and Culture Ambassador, Leroy Wadix Charles, is calling on Dominican Entrepreneurs to refrain from price-gouging French visitors, when they travel to our country for business and leisure.This as many visitors complained to the Ambassador about the matter over the World Creole Festival weekend.

​Charles also pointed out that the banking system failed the public during the festival season, as ATMs were not accommodating and many French nationals experienced issues while legally trying to convert Euros into Eastern Caribbean Dollars.

​Event Coordinator and Culture Ambassador, Leroy Wadix Charles