Coconut Disease Response: The Ministry of Agriculture says it’s stepping up the fight against Lethal Yellowing in the coconut sub-sector in Woodfordhill, after receiving a grant from the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund and the Dominica National Conservation Trust Fund. Power and Energy: DOMLEC reports a second island-wide outage this week caused by a transmission line problem linking the geothermal plant to the Fond Colé substation; most areas were restored by late morning, with remaining communities scheduled to come back by 10:00 AM. Roseau North By-Election: The UWP confirms Danny Lugay as its candidate, while the DLP has named Ashma McDougall following Miriam Blanchard’s resignation for health reasons; the by-election is expected within 90 days. Elections Update: Voter confirmation applications have reached 17,800, with 14,500 approved, and officials warn unconfirmed voters will be removed from the new list ahead of the October 15 deadline. Hurricane Preparedness: PM Skerrit urges households and businesses to prepare for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season as NEPO reviews readiness and shelters and supplies are checked. Health and Community: The Dominica Cancer Society will hold its AGM on June 27 at UWI Open Campus Dominica.