- 2 months ago
On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) conducted an operation within the Northern and Central Divisions. The operation involved police officers attached to the Special Operations Team, Criminal Investigation Unit,...
- 2 months ago
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...
- 2 months ago
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...
- 2 months ago
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...
- 2 months ago
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...
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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...
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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- ...
- 2 months ago
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...
- 2 months ago
“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...
- 2 months ago
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...
- 2 months ago
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...
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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...
- 2 months ago
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...
- 2 months ago
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...
- 2 months ago
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...
