Category : Caribbean and World News

Health Ministry Addresses Concerns At Vieux Fort Wellness Centre

In response to the recent closure of the Vieux Fort Wellness Center for immediate rehabilitation work, a team from the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs conducted a site visit on Monday to assess the situation and continue restoring th...

$3.5 Million In Cocaine Seized Off Puerto Rico

United States authorities seized cocaine with an estimated wholesale value of $3.5 Million after detecting a suspicious go-fast vessel in international waters north of Dorado, Puerto Rico. A United States Coast Guard release said the incident occurre...

Chastanet Criticises Government’s “Lack Of Imagination”

The Sitting of the House of Assembly on Tuesday saw a heated debate over a proposed amendment to the VAT Act that would grant the Saint Lucia National Trust (SLNT) exemptions on imported goods and services. The amendment, introduced by Prime Ministe...

100, 000 GYD Cash For All Guyanese 18 Years And Older

On October 16, 2024, the President of Guyana, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, announced that Guyanese 18 years old and above are eligible to receive a one-off cash grant of 100,000 Guyana dollars. “My government will now [provide] a one-off cash grant of $10...

Police Injuries Highlight Ongoing Martinique Violence

The recent protests in Martinique have resulted in significant injuries among law enforcement officers, with reports indicating that 30 gendarmes have sustained injuries since September 1st. The number includes two officers who sustained gunshot woun...

Philomen ‘Eldica’ Nicholas Is 110 Years Old

On Wednesday, Philomen’ Eldica’ Nicholas , affectionately known as Miss Eldica, Ma Dico, or Ma Nicholas, marked a remarkable milestone as she celebrated her 110th birthday. At her age, she qualifies as an extremely rare supercentenarian- ...

Glimmer Of Hope For School Sports

The Saint Lucia Physical Education Teachers’ Association (SLUPETA) has largely closed ranks regarding the suspension or postponement of school sports for the first term, but there is some possible good news for young people hoping to showcase their t...

Sabrina To Represent Saint Lucia At ‘True Blue’ Pageant

“This pageant is not about flaunting beauty, it is about representing the voices of police officers across the Caribbean, to provoke real lasting change for the welfare of all who serve”. These are the words of Sabrina Mangal, who will be representin...

SLMDA Responds To Criticism Of Young Gunshot Victim’s Care

The Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association (SLMDA) has cautioned against ‘rushing to judgment’, in response to negative social media comments regarding a physician involved in the medical care of a six-year-old gunshot victim. Six-yea...

Garde Touts ‘Morale Boost’ In RSLPF

Acting Police Commissioner Verne Garde has pointed to a ‘morale boost’ in the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) after a low among its rank and file. Garde, whose six-month acting appointment began in September this year, told St. Luc...

Norbert Issues Warning To Would-Be Criminals

Minister for Crime Prevention Jeremiah Norbert has warned would-be violent criminals that unlawful actions will attract justice. “If you believe that taking up arms and committing violence is an option, this government will pursue every legal a...

Ganja Bill In Parliament By Year End?

The push to establish a regulatory framework leading to the decriminalisation of Cannabis and the formation of a Cannabis industry in Saint Lucia has been a long and slow grind for promoters. However, earlier this week the Minister for Commerce, Man...

My Word – District Seven Does it Again!

The 2024 COURTS National Schools Reading Competition was held Tuesday at the Financial Centre, Pointe Seraphine, Castries. Students were first selected to represent their schools and then competed against students in their respective districts. Eight...

Pierre Responds To Concerns About Halls Of Justice

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has responded to concerns regarding the government’s consultation with the Saint Lucia National Trust before proceeding with the ongoing Halls of Justice project in Castries. Speaking at a police vehicle handover cere...

Police Engage Youth In Tree Planting Exercise

The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force ( RSLPF) embarked on a tree-planting exercise on Saturday in Grace, Vieux Fort, involving young people. During the event, a minimum of 600 trees were planted as part of an initiative to address deforestation while...