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Besides all the damages done to Dominica’s coastline by Hurricane Omar, the 2008 Tourist Season opened today (October 25th) as schedule. A week ago most people was skeptical whether or not the local authorities would be able to get the Roseau Cruise Ship Berth repaired in time to welcome the Emerald Princess - the ship of the season. But after lots of collaborative work by the Discover Dominica Authority and the Dominica Sea/Port Authority the Emerald Princess was able to dock safely, and hundreds of visitors were able to enjoy a the perfect tropical day. What a great day it was to welcome the new tourist season.

A heartfelt thanks to all guys at the Discover Dominica and the Dominica Sea/Port Authority who made a special effort to have everything ready, especially after all damages done by hurricane Omar. Thanks!!!

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As we all know Dominica is celebrating 30 years of Independence, and Dominicans are returning home from all corners of the global to join in the celebrations. In an effort to keep every Dominican safe the Ministry of Health and Police department are stepping up their game this season to prevent any major outbreak of diseases – likewise crimes during and after the festive season.

The Ministry of Health/Environment is kindly asking the general public to be careful of what they consume from roadside vendors.

Things to look for when buying food from Roadside Vendors.

1. You must ensure that the people have a certified food handler’s permit, that their heads are covered, that hot foods are served hot and cold foods served cold.
2. You must also ensure that the ice used to freeze drinks are not used to serve drinks, and that they are properly attired and sweats don’t drip from their faces into what they are preparing

Also on board is the National Aids Prevention Unit, they are encouraging persons this season that it is not a case of people doing what they want. They’re encouraging abstinence because it is the only best choice of protecting yourself but if people need to have sex they need t do it in a responsible manner. There are both male and female condoms. You can enjoy yourself but clean fun is essential.

Ministry of Health and Environment
Address: 4th Floor, Government Headquarters, Kennedy Avenue, Roseau
Telephone: 266-3437
Fax: 448-6086
E-mail:minhealth@cwdom.dm

National AIDS Response Programme
Address: 21 Hanover Street, Roseau
Telephone: 266-3570
Fax: 440-3253
E-mail: nationalaidscoordinator@cwdom.dm

Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force
Address: Police Headquarters, Bath Road, Roseau
Telephone: 448-2222
Fax: 448-6204
E-mail: dompol@cwdom.dm

Let’s all come together as a nation, and enjoy Dominica’s (our home) 30 years of Independence Reunion in a safe and respectable manner.

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Usain Bolt receives QUAD and Asylum Lifetime membership - Photo Via Images Newsletter Blog

Images Newsletter Blog is reporting that the three time Olympic champion and the world’s fastest man Usain Bolt might be visiting Dominica during the 12th Annual Dominica World Creole Music Festival. According to VIP Connected Entertainment CEO Lexy Brooks, an invitation was extended by the Dominica Tourism Authority for Bolt to be a special guest of the Hon. Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit during this year’s festival which runs from October 31 to November 2nd 2008.

If Usain do decide to visit Dominica, he will be honored at the Windsor Park Stadium for his achievements at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, also on his itinerary is to visit the Fresh Water Lake.

With a star-stunned lineup already scheduled for this year’s Creole festival (Sean Paul, Machel Montano, Nasio Fontaine, D’jakout - just to name a few), if Bolt does accept the invitation – his presents will undoubtedly bring much media attention from all around the Caribbean our nature island, and what better way for us to celebrate 30 years of independence and 12th Annual Creole Music festival.

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