Category : Caribbean and World News

RSLPF Benefits From Advanced Intelligence, Crime Scene Training

Thirty-one Saint Lucian police officers have received advanced training from two Taiwanese Instructors in advanced crime-fighting techniques. The officers underwent the training as the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) continues to bolster its c...

Saint Lucia To Export Some Derelict Vehicles For Recycling

The campaign to remove derelict vehicles from roadsides and public spaces in Saint Lucia involves exporting some of the items for recycling. The disclosure came from Saint Lucia Solid Waste Management Authority (SLSWMA) Information and Communications...

West Indies Announce Squad For ODIs Against Bangladesh

Cricket West Indies has announced their 15-man squad for the upcoming One Day International (ODI) series against Bangladesh. The Windies will face the Tigers in white-ball cricket during the festive season to close out this year’s cricket calendar....

Pierre Commits To Inclusiveness As Budget Meetings Begin

On Thursday, Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Philip J. Pierre committed to transparency and inclusiveness as he began meetings with the heads of departments of various government agencies to prepare for the 2025-2026 budget. “Prime Min...

Saint Lucia To Host Windwards U15 Cricket

Saint Lucia will seek to wrest the WINLOTT Inc Windward Islands Cricket Board Under-15 title back from the Commonwealth of Dominica this coming weekend, when the 2024 tournament gets underway at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground (DSCG), Gros Islet Play...

Mother Awaiting Daughter’s Facial Reconstruction Surgery

Six-year-old Julie Desir, who sustained a gunshot injury to her face during a shooting incident near her La Pointe, Dennery home, is patiently awaiting her facial reconstruction surgery. A stray bullet struck the youngster. The incident, which occur...

Norbert Wants More Media Emphasis On Police Successes

Minister for Crime Prevention, Jeremiah Norbert, says the efforts of law enforcement personnel are going unnoticed and underrepresented in the media. This comes hot on the heels of Acting Police Commissioner, Verne Garde, announcing a rebranding of...

IRD Urges Taxpayers To Act Before Amnesty Ends

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has urged taxpayers to take advantage of the extended tax amnesty, now available until May 1, 2025. According to a National Competitiveness and Productivity Council (NCPC) release, the amnesty waives all penalties,...

“Too Much Anger!” – Pierre Calls For Peace, Goodwill

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has expressed a wish for a peaceful Christmas while voicing concern over what he described as a growing climate of anger and mistrust. “There is too much anger in this country,” Pierre said. “At least...

United States Coast Guard Offloads $182.8 Million In Cocaine

On Monday, the crew of the United States Coast Guard Cutter Hamilton offloaded over 16,100 pounds of cocaine worth about $182.8 million in Port Everglades. The crew worked alongside interagency and international partners to interdict the illicit narc...

DIPT Apologises Over West Coast Roadworks Inconveniences

The Department of Infrastructure, Ports and Transport (DIPT) has apologised over inconveniences to the motoring public, caused by ongoing works on the West Coast Road. In a statement on Wednesday, the Department acknowledged the need for improvements...

ARC Sailor Dies Overboard

The sailing community is mourning the loss of Dag Eresund, a 33-year-old Swedish sailor, who went overboard during the 2024 Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC). The alarm was raised at 2:30 AM on December 2, triggering an extensive search led by the U....

Casimir Says He Was Unaware Of Caca Bef Lease Until Recently

The ongoing Caca Bef saga has entered a new phase. At Monday’s pre-cabinet press briefing, Minister for Youth Development and Sports, Kenson Casimir indicated that he had only recently become aware of the decision to lease the unofficial home...

CDB Appoints Daniel Best As President

In a shift at the helm of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), the Board of Governors has announced the election of Mr. Daniel Best as the institution’s seventh President. “The decision, made today, underscores the Bank’s commitment to sustain...

‘Watch Out!’ Garde Declares Zero Tolerance For Crime In 2025

As Saint Lucia prepares to enter the new year, Acting Commissioner of Police Verne Garde has issued a warning to lawbreakers across Saint Lucia, signaling a firm approach to crime and road safety. Addressing the public through the media, Garde’s mess...