Fireworks Funded by Private Sponsors | Trinidad and Tobago News

Tobago’s Independence Day fireworks are still happening — thanks to two local companies stepping in after the government couldn’t fund them through official channels. Despite Chief Secretary Farley Augustine’s frustration over the last-minute sponsorship scramble, the festivities are fully on track: a 5K run, cycling races, a parade, powerboat racing, and a cultural show all day — culminating in a dazzling pyrotechnic finale paid for by private donors. The celebration goes on, and the island’s spirit shines bright. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/04964a881326241a