Category : Caribbean and World News

- 1 month ago

Saint Lucia's Strategy to Attract a New Generation of Farmers

For Ired Etienne, a 30-year-old farmer, agriculture transcends mere livelihood; it embodies a lifelong passion. As Saint Lucia's government pursues hydroponics to engage the youth in farming, Etienne symbolizes both potential and challenges linked to...

- 1 month ago

VAT Cuts: How Long Until Price Drops Appear on Retail Shelves?

Consumers looking for bargains following the Saint Lucian government's VAT elimination on 70 food staples from August 2 may encounter varied outcomes: minimal price decreases for some items, negligible shifts, or even prices that remain unchanged. Fo...

- 1 month ago

Laurencin Shatters Records to Capture NACAC Bronze Medal

Saint Lucia commemorated a significant achievement during the fifth iteration of the North and Central American and Caribbean Athletics Championships, with Aasia Laurencin earning the country’s inaugural international hurdles medal. Competing at the...

- 2 months ago

Deadly Incident: 37-Year-Old Man Shot in Wilton's Yard

The tranquility of Wilton’s Yard was disrupted early this morning by gunfire, resulting in one fatality and another individual injured. According to law enforcement, the violent incident occurred around 3:15 a.m., prompting a swift response from the...

- 2 months ago

Outstanding Goalfest: Highlights from Round 5 SPFL Action

Mabouya Valley solidified their position at the summit of the table, while La Clery effortlessly triumphed over South Castries, and Vieux Fort South delivered a shocking performance against Gros Islet in Tier 1 of the Saint Lucia Semi-Professional Fo...

- 2 months ago

Astro-Tourism: How LUNAA Success is Pushing Forward Saint Lucians

As global interest surges for immersive, nature-centric travel, Saint Lucia is enhancing its offerings with a pioneering initiative aimed at astro-tourism. LUNAA Journeys, spearheaded by local astrophysicist Cheyenne Polius, has inaugurated the Starg...