New Discussion Forum
The MDC forum is functioning once again. To remedy the problem, a new forum was created. This means members new and old need to register for the new forum. Registering is free and easy. Follow the...
Ashton “Gold Teeth” Gibbons Laid to Rest
Persons from Marigot and indeed from across Dominica turned out in large numbers overflowing the Seven Day Adventist Church and grounds...
Hon. Edison James holds Consultation
On Sunday 25th, July about 70 villages gathered at the Marigot Credit Union with their Elected Representative Hon. Edison James to discuss issues...
“First Domestic Marigot Agency” Donates to Marigot Hospital
First Domestic Marigot Agency Representative Michael Pascal handed over six (6) toilet seat covers to the Doctor at the Marigot Hospital today Friday July 23rd, 2010. This...
Chelsey Wins Gold at CACC
Chelsey Linton of Marigot won Gold at the just completed Central American and the Caribbean Junior Championship in the Dominican Republic held from July 2 to July...
Marigot Credit Union “Sunrise”….. “Best team in the National Volley League”
The MCCU Sunrise is having a successful volleyball season for 2010. The senior men’s team has been playing well throughout the National League and produced the following results:
Sunrise vs. Point Michelle: 3 – 1
Sunrise vs. Calibishie Canon:...
ST. Maaretn MDC Keeps the Flag Flying
The MDC St Maarten group is the most active group in the Diaspora. This group holds monthly meetings and its committed board members ensure that the members attend and play their role. Currently the group has 16 active members...
Prince Family Reunion
Calendar of events.
July 11: Church service at the Marigot Methodist Church
July 12 : Indian River Trip
July 14 :Island Tour to the Twin falls, Emerald pool, Castle Bruce and Carib Territory
July 17: Dinner and dance at Classique.
July 18 : Kids party...
Hon. James trumps D.L.P. ONCE MORE!!!
The people of Marigot have spoken in a loud and emphatic chorus as once more; the United Workers Party and Mr. Edison James has regained his seat as the representative for the marigot constituency. Though the voter turnout decreased in...
Ashton Gone
On Friday 9th July 2010 the village of marigot was in total shock and painful grief as we learnt of the loss of another upcoming youth. At approximately 9.00am Friday Ashton “Gold Teeth” Gibbons was stabbed to death. Dean Davis...
MELISSA SHINES AT WINDWARD ISLANDS SCHOOL GAMES
Melissa Alfred of Marigot won two gold medals at this year's annual Windward Islands School Games. She participated in three events-shot put, javelin and discus. 
[Melissa Alfred-Athlete-Discus,Shot Put, Javelin]
The 17 year-old secured gold in shot put and discus by throwing 10.56 and 34.99 meters respectively. Athough proud of her achievements, Melissa expressed disappointment for her output in the javelin event which was due in some part to the malfunctioning of her shoes!
Ms. Alfred remains positive about her abilities in all three disciplines however and is encouraged by her performance which results mainly from hard work with local coaches, Godwin Dorsette and Smith Telemaque. Coach Dorsette is also very optimistic about her potential, as it is his opinion that Melissa possesses tremendous natural talent for these events.
Melissa indicates that although there is not much external encouragement (recognition or financial) for involvement in athletics in Marigot and to some extent Dominica, her training and effort are a bonus to her. It does not only bring her the satisfaction of winning medals and competing against and surpassing other athletes but it gives her something to work towards outside the normal routine of her life. Training keeps her fit and mentally stable she explains. Since her success at the games, Melissa is even more committed to the hard work it will take to improve her personal records, discipline, and attitude towards preparation.
It is not always easy for Melissa to keep the focus however because the acquisition of proper gear and sparing of time for training can be challenging. Her parents, Nathanie “Tanie” and Francis “Mobile” Alfred support her fully but it is not always easy to spare of their limited resources for gear and travel in and out of island for competitions. Melissa is not deterred however, as in addition to continued training, she also looks forward to attending the Dominica State College in January to start the associate degree program in Nursing.
Melissa continues to prepare for her next competition, the National Independence Athletics Meet. She is determined to improve her personal best and break national records in her three events.
At the Windward Island School Games, Mr. Emmanuel Loblack served as her coach. In the team of 48 which represented Dominica, there were four other athletes from Marigot. They are Chelsea Linton (short & middle distances & Long Jump), Teresa Gordon (shot put, discuss and javelin) Lorraine Lockhart (Long distances, Netball, Volley Ball and Basketball) and Casia Begg (Volley Ball).