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Mon, 21 Mar 2022 02:37:05 +0000
Secret Bay continues to impress internationally
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 Ca...

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 19:17:36 +0000
WEATHER (6:00 AM, March 20): More scattered showers expected tonight
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 mai...

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 18:57:55 +0000
Four men charged with murder of Campbell man
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 A...

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 18:46:31 +0000
Roseau Market stabbing leaves Bath Estate man nursing injury; Yampiece man in police custody
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 h...

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 00:57:16 +0000
HIFU machine commissioned at DCFH; it will reduce need for overseas medical treatment says Health Minister
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 ce...

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 19:19:41 +0000
COMMENTARY: Shake the Salt Habit
“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 Awarene...

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 17:42:32 +0000
IRC prepares for tariff review of DOMLEC
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 ...

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 12:46:06 +0000
PAYS announces another Yachties Appreciation Week
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 entertainm...

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 11:58:32 +0000
Joint statement by British, US, EU and Canadian ambassadors to the region: We All Stand With Ukraine
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, in...

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 21:32:14 +0000
No approval for bus fare increase say police; commuters asked to report drivers who demand increases
As bus drivers mull over a fare increase as a result of the recent hike in fuel prices, the police have stated that no approval has been made or granted for increase in fares and cautioned against this offense. On... The post No approval for bus fare...



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