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EmoNews is proud to announce Soanna Benjamin as our Person of the Year for 2024! Soanna was chosen for her remarkable resilience and dedication, demonstrated during pivotal moments in our nation’s journey this year: Her unwavering composure and resilience during the Truckers’ Protest in Canefield in October. Her active involvement in the Calibishie Protest, where […]

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of 74yrs Anastasie John Baptiste also known as Tazy of Delices who resided in St. Joseph. She died on the 17th December 2024 at the Dominica China friendship hospital.  She lives to mourn 9 Children: Maria Deacon, Jennifer Hillarie, Daniel Hillarie, Joan Registe, Joana Greenway, Monelle

We announce the Death of Heskeith MacDonald O’Brien. October 1st, 1941 to December 14th, 2024. Survived by only 1 son: David Obrien 2 grand children: Marlon O’brien and Aaron O’brien 2 great grand children: Talaler O’brien and Levi Obrien Sisters:  Roselyn, Augustina & Valley O’brien and Cecelia Bryant Brothers: Augustine and Preston O’brien Nephews: Larry,

It is with sadness that we announce the death of Ashley Cyril Paul better known as “Ash” aged 85 of Morne Rachette.  He died on Sunday, 8th December 2024 at his residence. He left to mourn: Wife: Ivy Paul nee Royer 2 children: Samantha Smith and Brian Paul in the UK Step children: Henderson Gregory

As we approach the end of the year and look forward to the new year ahead, it is a time for reflection, renewal, and, most importantly, embracing the spirit of love, kindness, and acceptance that the holiday season encourages. Yet, as we stand on the threshold of 2025, it’s impossible to ignore a troubling issue

By: Chalsey Gill Anthony, Environmental Communicator and Advocate, Belize Imagine that you’ve entrusted your life’s savings to a bank, believing it’s safe. Suddenly, you find out that the CEO took all your money to a casino known for rigging the games. The odds are stacked against the CEO; worse yet, he WILL lose your life

We announce the Death of Elsie Agnes Julien  of 41 King George V Street, Roseau who resided in Mount Vernon, NY. She leaves to mourn: Her brother Bernard Julien, members of the Julien family and their extended families,  numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces  grandnephews, god children, cousins, dear friends, neighbors and other relatives both in Dominica

ROSEAU, Dominica, (December 27, 2024) – Discover Dominica Authority announces the appointment of Ayodele Andrew as its Festivals and Events Manager, effective December 18, 2024. With over two decades of experience in event management, tourism, and hospitality, Ayodele is well-equipped to enhance the island’s major festivals and further establish Dominica as a top destination for

The Cuban people marched demanding an end to the blockade and the removal of Cuba from the list of countries sponsoring terrorism. A march for the honour and dignity of the country. More than 500,000 Cubans from the capital, representing the entire country, marched this Friday along the Havana boardwalk in front of the US

We announce the death of Francis “Syphies” Reynault, age 73 of Massacre.  He died on 12th December 2024 at the DCFH He will be remembered by: Common-law-wife: Augustina “Bam” Mark Sons: Ryan and Dean Reynault Daughters: Shirley, Dian, Dionne Reynault, Juliana Valarie Grandchildren: Patrice, Angelo, Markynzy, Michael, Glenton, Shane, Madian, Naddiah, Nadelle Rehanna and Rae-lani