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Waitukubuli Dance Theatre Company to mark 50 years in existence in January

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4 weeks ago

December 31, 2020

A fixture on Dominica’s cultural scene, the Waitukubuli Dance Theatre Company is preparing to celebrate its 50^th anniversary.

And Chief Cultural Officer Raymond Lawrence says a number of activities are on the cards for the milestone event.

Among the highlights is an appearance by famed Dominican dancer Sade Bully.

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(NYCD) Will hold an Inauguration Ceremony this coming Saturday

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5 days ago

January 21, 2021

The National Youth Council of Dominica (NYCD) will hold an inauguration ceremony this coming Saturday, to officially adopt a new executive in 2021.

President-elect of the NYCD Ashma McDougall says the Council will hold its inauguration at the Windsor Park Stadium.

This year, the Council will welcome two student representatives from the Dominica State College, a representative for the Kalinago People as well as a representative of Dominica’s disabled community.

McDougall says at the ceremony, the NYCD will also table a bill to allow for a Diaspora Youth Representative.

Ashma McDougall, President- Elect of the National Youth Council of Dominica

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An agreement to conduct an Environmental Impact Assessment ahead of construction of the International Airport.

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6 days ago

January 20, 2021

Government has reached an agreement to conduct an Environmental Impact Assessment ahead of construction of the International Airport.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit spoke to the media on Monday during a site visit to Joe Burton where construction has begun on 37 homes for relocation of displaced Wesley residents.

Mr. Skerrit said Government is seeking to use the services of local experts.