Housing Finance: Dominica is moving to expand home ownership for lower-income public officers, with PM Dr Roosevelt Skerrit announcing a $10M Government Housing Board loan facility for earners making $45,000 or less, at a 5% interest rate. Climate-Resilient Homes: In Canefield East, 11 families received keys to hurricane-resilient houses, with more units set to begin construction soon. Airport & Trade Links: Dominica’s planned international airport is drawing airline interest, with American Airlines expected to add capacity from December and United Airlines resuming seasonal New York service in October, while talks continue with other major carriers. Agriculture & Food Security: Eco Balance secured a grant to launch its “Greening Farms” project in central Dominica, including soil mapping, composting systems, and training (with a focus on women farmers). Youth in Agriculture: Two young Dominican farmers earned regional honours—Ephraim Elijah Roberts won the OECS Young Farmer Award, and Dywany St. John was named CARICOM Young Farmer of the Year 2026. Education & Skills: Dominica State College reported strong 2026 enrolment growth across multiple programmes, including record intakes in Psychology and new/returning science offerings. Energy & Policy: A wind opposition group in Victoria, Australia filed a lawsuit targeting a wind project and the planning minister, raising questions about how renewables approvals could face broader legal pressure. Regional Climate Governance: UWI appointed new leadership for its climate-smart development institute, with Professor Preeya S. Mohan as Executive Director and Dr Ronald Roopnarine as Deputy Director.