- 3 months ago
A former nurse born in Saint Lucia celebrated becoming Barbados’ newest centenarian last week. Barbados Today reported that Cecilia Olive Grace Oxley observed her birthday in style on Friday with family, friends, and Acting President Dr Jeffrey...
- 3 months ago
Saint Lucia ended 2023 on a tragic note when a thirty-year-old man succumbed after sustaining stab wounds on Old Year’s Day. The deceased has been identified as Shane Edwin of Morne Fortune, Castries. The circumstances of the stabbing were not...
- 3 months ago
Locals and cruise ship visitors used seawater to douse an almond tree at Vigie Beach that ‘mysteriously’ caught fire on Friday, raising suspicion that the fire was deliberately set. Fanned by a strong sea breeze, the flames threatened to...
- 3 months ago
Saint Lucia Hospitality and Tourism Association (SLHTA) President Paul Collymore was upbeat about this country’s tourism prospects in 2024, declaring in a New Year message that it promises to be an exciting year on many fronts. Collymore said h...
- 3 months ago
The Public is hereby notified that in keeping with changes in international oil prices and Government’s application of the modified market pass-through petroleum pricing mechanism, the retail price of the LPG 100 lb cylinder and Bulk (Wholesale) LPG...
- 3 months ago
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Rural Development informs the public that the Sea Turtle Fishery will be CLOSED as of Monday January 1, 2024. All harvesting, sale and consumption of sea turtle meat must cease at midnight on...
- 3 months ago
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for global unity to make 2024 a year for “building trust and hope” following the immense suffering, violence, and climate chaos that characterized 2023. “Humanity is strongest when we stand...
- 3 months ago
On December 22, 2023, the Northern Division Community Relations Branch of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) hosted its annual Christmas Voucher giveaway for eligible community members in the Northern Division Police Districts. The initiati...
- 3 months ago
The Ministry of Equity, Justice and Social Empowerment has underscored the eligibility criteria for Income Support Programme (ISP) benefits. Since disbursements began on December 23, 2023, the ISP has paid more than $450,000 to over 300 households. T...
- 3 months ago
Photos of former Prime Ministers Dr. Kenny Anthony, Allen Chastanet, and former Vieux Fort North MP Cecil Lay sharing a light moment at a social gathering have gone viral. The three men attended the event earlier this week in Micoud, and their appear...
- 3 months ago
A fire of unknown origin broke out at a well-known Gros Islet eatery and bar, ‘Pork Eat Up’ on Friday. Emergency personnel from the nearby Gros Islet fire station rushed to the scene after learning of the incident at about 10:38 pm and re...
- 3 months ago
Brazil has expressed concern over new developments in the border controversy involving Guyana and Venezuela, which have created tensions. The concern came as Venezuela complained about a British warship deployment off Guyana’s coast. GuyanaR...
- 3 months ago
Incoming Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Chairman, Guyana’s President, Dr. Irfaan Ali, has expressed the organisation’s resolve to effectively address crime and violence in the Region. In a New Year statement, Ali said this included combatt...
- 3 months ago
Saint Lucia’s Health Ministry has reported a spike in gastroenteritis cases, with more people presenting with symptoms at healthcare facilities. Medical Surveillance Officer Dr. Dana Gomez disclosed in a Friday statement that the Ministry recor...
- 3 months ago
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has expressed solidarity with Haiti as the country prepares to observe its 220th independence anniversary on January 1, 2024. “CARICOM stands in solidarity and partnership with the Republic of Haiti in furtheri...
