Roseau North by-election: Dominica Labour Party’s Ashma McDougall won the Sept. 7 seat with 1,506 votes, defeating UWP’s Daniel “Danny” Lugay (983) and independent Sherman Boston (50), a result PM Roosevelt Skerrit says reflects a sharp collapse of UWP support since 2019. Political economy & governance: Skerrit also rejected businessman Gregor Nassief’s claims of unanswered letters, saying concerns were addressed and correspondence was shared, while he accused the UWP of confusing voters over the voter confirmation exercise. Digital skills push: OECS opened applications for its 2026 Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (Sept. 10–20), funded via the World Bank-backed CARDTP and delivered by UWI Global Campus, covering areas like AI, fintech, cybersecurity, and digital marketing. Climate-smart development leadership: UWI named Professor Preeya S. Mohan Executive Director and Dr Ronald Roopnarine Deputy Director of its Global Institute for Climate-Smart and Resilient Development. Energy costs debate: A former Central Bank governor argued distributed solar-and-wind models may raise prices without the right incentives, urging Caribbean governments to consider hydroelectric options. Waste management labour pressure: Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation’s GM says staff issues are being addressed as the Public Service Union warns of looming protests. Business & connectivity: Contour Airlines announced new twice-weekly POS–DOM service starting Oct. 5, aiming to compete where Caribbean Airlines previously exited after losses. Community investment: Rotary Club of Portsmouth opened its sixth playground at Morne Jaune Primary with support from Republic Bank’s Power to Make a Difference programme.