Dominica News online
Fri, 08 May 2026 21:52:14 +0000Fuel price increase hits Dominica amidst US-Iran conflict
Dominicans now have to dig a little deeper into their pockets to pay for fuel, following an announcement by Director of Trade, Matthan Walter, of a price increase, effective from May 5, 2026. He said the increased prices are due...
The post Fuel pric...
Fri, 08 May 2026 20:45:14 +0000Kalinago Council counters PM Skerrit’s account of post-disaster meeting no-show (with full statement)
The Kalinago Council has publicly disputed claims made by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit regarding a post-disaster meeting held in the Kalinago Territory following severe weather that affected the area in late April. In a formal statement respondin...
Fri, 08 May 2026 19:55:11 +0000Gachette Jewellers expresses condolences on death of long-time employee
Well-known local goldsmith, Russel Lucien, suddenly passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026. He was an employee of Gachette Jewellers in Dominica. According to a statement from Gachette Jewellers, his dedication, craftsmanship, loyalty, and warmth touch...
Fri, 08 May 2026 19:28:29 +0000CARICOM and Spain sign new agreement to boost regional health response
Healthcare systems across the Caribbean are expected to benefit from additional regional support following the signing of a new cooperation agreement between the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Government of Spain. CARICOM Communications shared...
Fri, 08 May 2026 18:32:27 +0000Harlem takes win against police in friendly match
The Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDPF) Community Policing Initiative, in collaboration with the Police Sports Club, hosted a friendly football match against Harlem Football Club at the DFA Technical Center on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Police ...
Fri, 08 May 2026 18:13:21 +0000KestheBand makes NPR Tiny Desk debut ahead of international ‘Roots, Rock, Soca’ tour
Caribbean music powerhouse KestheBand has reportedly generated significant online buzz after making their debut on NPR Tiny Desk Concerts, a globally recognised platform recorded at NPR Music headquarters in Washington, D.C. The series is currently i...
Fri, 08 May 2026 17:02:36 +0000ANNOUNCEMENT: DOWASCO scheduled service interruption in Pichelin
DOWASCO informs customers in Pichelin that their water supply will be interrupted on Sunday May 10, 2026 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m to facilitate pipeline replacement works in Pichelin (at the junction of Chatelle, road leading...
Th...
Fri, 08 May 2026 16:07:22 +0000STATEMENT: The president of the Dominica Red Cross Society on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026
Roseau, Dominica- In celebration of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026, the President of the Dominica Red Cross Society, Reginald Winston, issued the following statement under the global theme, “United in Humanity”: All across the world, f...
Fri, 08 May 2026 15:36:07 +0000DAA confirms nominations ahead of May 23 elections as executive process moves forwards
The election process for the Dominica Athletics Association is moving forward, with the Returning Officer, Ms. Tania Burnett, confirming the slate of valid nominations ahead of the association’s Annual General Meeting. As of 5:00 PM on Wednesday, M...
Fri, 08 May 2026 14:14:46 +0000British Virgin Islands official commends OECS, explores full membership
The British Virgin Islands has reaffirmed its support for the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States while continuing discussions aimed at possible Full Membership in the regional body. Special Envoy Benito Wheatley outlined the territory’s posit...