A survey was organized in May 2018 to get data on who were the active contractors in Dominica. Based on the survey, President of the Builders and Contractors Association of Dominica (BCAD), Mr. Anthony Leblanc stated that close to 100 small contractors were identified and registered with the Association. From the needs identified by these […]
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On Friday 18th January, the community of Charlotte’s Pre School celebrated the return to one of their classrooms, which has recently received extensive renovations by All Hands and Hearts – Smart Response. This is the third (and final) school rebuild that All Hands and Hearts have undertaken in Dominica since April 2018. They completed Paix […]
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The Waterfront and Allied Workers Union (WAWU) plans on engaging in vigorous recruitment drives during the course of 2019. General Secretary, Mr. Kertiste Augustus mentioned that the purpose of these drives is to ensure that the union maintains its existence. According to Mr. Augustus, the Laws state that 51% is needed to be given representational […]
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Tina Alexander The alarm has been sung by President of the Dominica Council on Ageing (DCOA) Gloria Shillingford for a halt in the abuse of elderly citizens in Dominica. Shillingford expressed that such abuse takes place both at home and at institutions where the seniors are cared for. This is a very serious matter which […]
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There seems to be a never-ending impasse between councilor-elect of the La Plaine Local Council Elections, Jason Fontaine, and rival forces. Fontaine who contested and won the local elections about a year ago had a bumpy ride ever since. He was removed shortly after under Section 8 of the Local Council Ordinance which paved the way […]
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The Showdown Mas Camp, home of 8-times Kaiso Monarch, King Dice, and Dominica’s reigning Monarch Daryl “De Bobb” Bobb has made a comeback in 2019. Hampered by lack of sponsorship and the challenges in the aftermath of hurricane Maria, the tent was not held in 2018. But it evident, based on the organizers own admission, […]
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Emonews has been reliably informed that over 16 employees at Marpin Telecom were sent home. Sources close to Emonews stated that some of these employees will be meeting with their union to discuss this matter. More details will be given when information becomes available. Stay tuned to Emonews for further updates.
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The opening ceremony to signal the official start of Carnival 2019, will take place on Saturday 19th January 2019. This ceremony will be in the form of a street parade in the city of Roseau. The event will showcase costume bands, sensays, pageantry and much more. The designated route for opening parade is as follows: […]
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The general public is asked to be aware of two invasive species which have graced our shores. Acting Head of Research and Monitoring of the Forestry Division, Ms. Genelle Brisbane said that there is a crisis in the Portsmouth area, namely Picard where the species have been identified; one of them being the Cuban Tree […]
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Information reaching Emonews suggest that one department at the Clear Harbor Call Center at Canefield Industrial Estate is no longer operational. Sources close to Emonews stated that twenty-seven (27) employees were offered pay for the next month and asked to seek alternative employment. Emonews will keep you updated when further details become available.
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