Saint Mark

Saint Mark, at the southwestern tip of Dominica, is the island's second smallest parish. Its main settlements are Soufrière, named after the sulphurous volcanic springs of the area, and Scotts Head, where a narrow strip…

Saint Mark is one of Dominica's ten administrative parishes (Dominica is in the Lesser Antilles). It is bordered by St. Luke (to the north) and St. Patrick (to the east). With an area of 9.9 km² (3.8 mi²), it is the sec…

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Saint Mark Parish, Dominica, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Saint Mark Parish, Dominica do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who move…

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Saint Mark Parish, Dominica? Tell us where you're from and what you're looki…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Smith's Parish? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Smith's Parish when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Share you…

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Smith's Parish: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your suggestio…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …