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President of the Dominica Calypso Association Kelly
Williams Expresses his Pleasure to Witness the Official
Opening of the DCA “Million Dollar Calypso House”
Located at Bath Estate
Reporter: Shamalie Louis-
Saturday
January 23rd 2010
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President of the Dominica Calypso Association Kelly
Williams stated that it was a pleasure to witness the
official opening of the DCA “Million Dollar Calypso
House” located at Bath Estate. The Dominica Calypso
Association Headquarters was officially opened yesterday
afternoon. Williams believes this grand opening is
symbolic of the hard work of all those associated with
the calypso art-form. He highlighted the reasons for
gathering for the historic opening of the Caiso House
and noted that encouragement should be given to the
younger generation to follow in the footsteps of veteran
calypsonians. Williams stressed that the Caiso House
does not just represent a place for calypsonians but can
be described as a centre for performing arts. He urged
all those who will use the space to uphold the
structure. He also briefly noted the many locations
calypsonians used before having an official Caiso House.

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Representative of the National Authorizing Officer Eddie
Henry says Development of an Island is Largely Dependent
on the Strength and Capability of NGO’S and Non-State
Actors
Reporter: Shamalie
Louis- Saturday
January 23rd 2010
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Representative of the National Authorizing Officer,
Eddie Henry stated that the development of an island is
largely dependent on the strength and capability of non
governmental organizations and the non-state actors
group. He explained that the government of Dominica
through DISSIF, has funded many initiatives of these
critical organizations and as a result has aided in the
progress of Dominica’s development. Henry stated further
that Dominica is currently at the head of the game as
regards the non governmental organization movement. Mr.
Henry also explained that without the help of the
European Union many projects would not have gotten off
the ground.
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Sam Raphael Wants to Sensitize Dominicans to the Reality
that Investments in their day to day lives is not a
Major Concern to the present DLP Administration
Reporter:Lakisha LaBassiere-
Saturday
January 23rd 2010
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Independent Candidate in the 2009
Election Race, Mr. Sam Raphael says more has to be done
to inform and educate the Dominican electorate on the
effects of participating in the bribery tactics of some
politicians. Raphael says the little money taken from
these politicians in exchange for one’s vote is nothing
compared to what one has to undergo throughout the
ensuing five years. He says it is imperative that
Dominicans become sensitized to this reality. Raphael is
of the view that investments in the day to day lives of
Dominicans is not of major concern to the present
administration.
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A “Give peace another chance” Youth Assembly was held
Today at the Convent High School to Highlight 2010
Reconciliation, Healing & Peace Concert
Reporter:
Midian Pacquette- Friday
January 22nd 2010
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A youth Assembly was held today at the Convent High
School to highlight the 2010 Reconciliation, Healing and
peace concert which commenced this morning at the St.
Joseph Church grounds under the theme “Give peace
another chance”. Apart from the assembly at the Convent
High School, there was a Eucharistic Celebration along
with performances by the Curato Dance group from
Venezuela and local talent from the Convent High School.
Father Franklyn Cuffy says the activity is a success
thus far and expressed appreciation for the
participation.
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Dominica Freedom Party leader Judith Pestaina Leader is
Questioning the Capacity & Preparedness of Dominica
Disaster Coordinating Unit in to Handle a Major Disaster
Reporter: Lakisha LaBassiere-
Friday
January 22nd 2010
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Leader of the Dominica Freedom Party Judith Pestaina is
questioning whether or not the Disaster Coordinating
Unit in Dominica is prepared to handle a disaster of the
magnitude of what is currently being experienced in
Haiti. She says though one cannot be fully prepared for
such a disaster, the Disaster Coordinating office need
to take steps to ensure that they have the necessary
resources both human and financial to handle a disaster
of that extent. Additionally, the DFP Leader says
CARICOM and the OECS seem to be quiet on the crisis
faced by Haiti. She says especially since individuals in
the Caribbean for example persons in St. Lucia and
Dominica are able to provide assistance in translation.
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Roseau Central MP Norris Prevost says 2009 Election
Marred by ‘moneycracy’ as Candidates Purchased by the
DLP are Serving Solely because They were Paid to Do so
Reporter: Lakisha Labassiere-
Friday
January 22nd 2010
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Roseau Central MP Norris Prevost says the 2009 General
Election was marred by what he termed as ‘moneycracy’ as
opposed to democracy. Prevost says this term can be
defined as the use of money to buy officials to
represent a party, and to bribe the electorate. The
Roseau Central MP says this is a new form of human
slavery as persons are stripped of their pride, free
will and national patriotism. He says the candidates
bought under a DLP ticket during the 2009 elections, are
not serving because they want to represent the people of
their constituency but rather because they got paid to
do so.
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Parents furious over Allegations of Teachers Abusing
School Children as Two Teachers Dismissed from Roseau
School after Students Complain They were Being Abused by
The Teachers
Reporter: Midian Pacquette- Friday
January 22nd 2010
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It is alleged that two school teachers have been
dismissed from a school in Roseau after complaints were
made by students that they were being abused by those
teachers. On Q95 Hot Seat Program today numerous
individuals and parents in particular called to voice
their concerns and offered suggestions to correct what
they describe as an outrageous situation. Some Parents
emphasized that the officials of the ministry of
education should visit the schools and that an urgent
investigation should be launched to put a halt to the
outrageous acts. A past student who did not
disclose her name called and expressed her gave personal
experience in a similar regard before she finished high
school last year. She explained that after reporting the
situation to the principal the end result of the efforts
to solve the problem was completely unsatisfactory.
Parents are furious about these occurrences and are
calling on the school principals and authorities to do
something about the situation.
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Status quo until ‘status aparte'
www.bbccaribbean.com - Saturday
January 23rd 2010 |
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Ruling parties in St Maarten and Curacao were the
victors in Friday’s final parliamentary election in the
Netherlands Antilles. In St Maarten the National
Alliance which is the local governing party won the
three seats assigned to the territory in the 22 seat
parliament of the Netherlands Antilles. In Curacao,
where the parliament is based, The Partido Antiyas
Restructura (Par), won six of the island’s 14 seats. The
Par heads the current ruling federal coalition which
comprises parties from the five islands of the
Netherlands Antilles. The result of the polls means that
the coalition will remain in power as it controls 14 of
the 22 seats in the federal parliament. It was the final
parliamentary election of the Netherlands Antilles
before what’s being referred to as the 10-10-10 ‘status
aparte’. The federation will be disbanded on 10 October
this year with individual islands having more control
over their internal affairs while maintaining ties with
Holland.
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Cruise passenger dies
www.bbccaribbean.com -
Saturday
January 23rd 2010 |
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The authorities in the Cayman Islands are
investigating the death of a cruise ship passenger.
Police in the territory say foul play is not likely
involved in the death of the 37 year old unidentified
man. He was found inside a cabin on Royal Caribbean's
Liberty of the Seas. The ship docked in the Caymans on
Thursday. The police say they are investigating.
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Havana unsure about games
www.bbccaribbean.com -
Saturday
January 23rd 2010 |
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Cuban authorities say the island is unsure whether it
will attend the Central American and Caribbean Games in
Puerto Rico. Officials in Havana say they are unhappy
with visa restrictions and other regulations. Cuban
Olympic Committee representatives have been quoted as
saying that none of the responses from Puerto Rican
sports authorities and games officials had met their
demands. The games are set for 17 July to 1 August
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