Category : Caribbean and World News

St. Mary’s College Dominates High School Chess Championship

Chess enthusiasts gathered at Gros Islet for the National High School Chess Championships, featuring 70 competitors. The event supports a Sports ministry initiative to boost chess in schools. St Mary's College won first place, followed by Vieux Fort...

Trio Detained, Contraband and Ammo Confiscated in Castries Raid

A police operation in the capital led to three arrests and the seizure of drugs and ammunition. Castries residents Earland Charles, Darren Jason Charles, and Daniell Didier face multiple charges. During searches, cannabis and cash were found, while a...

Windwards Women's Team Faces Another Defeat

The Windward Islands suffered their third defeat in four Cricket West Indies CG United Women’s Super50 matches. Losing to Guyana at Conaree Sports Club, they were dismissed for 97 in 38.1 overs. Guyana chased the target with an unbeaten 81-run stand,...

SALCC Aiming for Another Volleyball Championship Sweep

Last year’s Under-19 Schools’ Volleyball Tournament sees changes post-semi-finals at Vigie Multipurpose Sports Complex. St Joseph’s Convent triumphed over Micoud Secondary, while Sir Arthur Lewis Community College beat Soufrière Comprehensive. Among...

Garde Extends Tenure as Policing Strategy Nears 85% Completion

Commissioner Verne Garde's contract extended a year; his policing plan is 85% complete, enhancing the RSLPF. Despite challenges, like a firearm theft, he aims to improve public confidence. Emphasizing collaboration with law enforcement agencies, Gard...

Saint Lucia Clinches Third in Caribbean Boxing Tournament

The Saint Lucia Boxing Association hosted the 2025 AMBC Caribbean Boxing Championships at Beausejour Gymnasium. Fifty boxers from five territories participated, marking the first official regional competition since 2019. Saint Lucia finished third wi...

Mabouya Boys Triumph in Exciting Dennery Showdown

Mabouya Valley secured a sixth consecutive victory in the SLFA Under-12 Boys’ League, defeating Dennery 1-0 at Grande Riviere. This win keeps them undefeated and leading with 18 points. Central Castries forfeited against Roseau Valley. Vieux Fort Sou...

Gender Affairs Director: Collaborative Efforts Essential to Combat Gender-Based Violence

Saint Lucia's approach to combating Gender-Based Violence (GBV) involves collaboration, says Gender Affairs Director Janey Joseph. Highlighting the National Task Force's role, Joseph emphasizes the necessity of coordination among justice, health, and...

Victory Celebrations for Independence Tennis Winners

The Saint Lucia Tennis Association's 2025 Independence Tournament concluded with 15 titles awarded at the National Tennis Centre. Vernon Lewis triumphed in men's singles, while Denney Estava dominated the Under-18 boys. Merkisha Justin claimed her fi...