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Rangers Reinstated to Patrol Beaches, Parks, and Tourist Zones
Forty-three special police constables have completed their training and taken up positions within the newly reinstated Rangers Unit.
According to a press release from the...
Union Leader Urges Stronger Advocacy on AI at May Day Rally
Trade unions must modernise and aggressively advocate for workers' rights in the face of rapid artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, Trade Union Federation (TUF) President...
“The View at the Morne” Opens: A New Era for Community Tourism in Saint...
Saint Lucia officially reopened a beloved cultural and tourism landmark on Tuesday: the newly transformed “The View at the Morne,” formerly known as Morne...
Tribute to Sir John
On Tuesday, April 29, the Opposition United Workers Party leader, Allen Chastanet, executive members of the UWP and prospective parliamentary candidates gathered at Constitution...
Employers Federation Launches Citizen Safety and Security Committee to Tackle Rising Crime
In a step toward addressing the rising tide of crime affecting workplaces and communities alike, the Saint Lucia Employers Federation (SLEF) has launched its...
Laurencin Sets Another New Sprint Hurdles Mark
For the second time this year, Aasia Laurencin has rewritten the Saint Lucia national record – and this time, she did it three times...
Alphonse Dominates VF Road Race in Stunning Victory
The Saint Lucia Cycling Association hosted a road race for senior and junior cyclists on Sunday, with 11 riders tackling the Vieux Fort circuit....
Alfred to Launch European Tour in Zagreb
Saint Lucia's Olympic champion Julien Alfred is set to kick off her European campaign next month in Croatia, as the world's fastest woman has...
James and Cilpa Shine in Hybrid Chess Tournament
The Saint Lucia Chess Federation is celebrating another triumph as Justin James and D'Yorni Cilpa secured first and second place, respectively, in the XXI...
Tourism Minister Responds to IMF Report on Visitor Spending Data
Tourism Minister Dr Ernest Hilaire has defended Saint Lucia's visitor expenditure data following scrutiny from a recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) report that raised...
Saint Lucia Launches New Mosquito Eradication Campaign
The Government of Saint Lucia, through the Ministry of Health, has launched the "Mosquito No More" campaign, a comprehensive national effort to combat the...
Opposition Politician Criticised Over Remarks on School Sanitary Pad Initiative
Opposition politician Guy Joseph is facing mounting criticism over his remarks about a proposal in the 2025–2026 national budget to allocate $250 000 to...
Trinidadians Choose Change, Vote in UNC
The general election in Trinidad and Tobago on Monday resulted in a political earthquake with a new preliminary configuration of 26-13-2 in the 13th...
Micoud Jazz Headliner and Ambience Set the Bar
Nearly everyone who attended the inaugural Micoud Jazz at Vierge Point was in awe of the stunning venue – and the general consensus was...
Tourism Authority Stands by Figures
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) earlier this year revealed that the island had surpassed its best tourism year on record—2019—with a 14 per...
Pointe Vierge: Saint Lucia’s Next Big Stage for Jazz and Major Events?
At Monday's pre-Cabinet press briefing, Micoud North Parliamentary Representative Jeremiah Norbert celebrated the "successful" debut of Jazz en Vierge, held against the backdrop of...
Dancehall Powerhouses Rock the National Botanical Gardens
By Simone Tull
A fierce clash of dancehall titans unfolded on Day Two of the Barbados Reggae Weekend 2025. Dominating the Showdown stage were popular...
Gatlin Praises Alfred’s Preparation
Seven-time global gold medallist Justin Gatlin has again voiced his support for Saint Lucian sprinter Julien Alfred, praising her training regimen and anticipating her...
Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival: A Soulful Escape
JAZZ IS… CULTURE
The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival is more than just a series of concerts – it's a carefully curated escape for...
Saint Lucia Excels at Caribbean Table Tennis Championships
The final day of the Caribbean Regional Table Tennis Federation (CRTTF) Youth Championships saw Saint Lucia secure a third bronze medal, capping off an...
Pope’s Coffin Sealed Ahead of Funeral on Saturday
VATICAN – Pope Francis’ wooden coffin was sealed on Friday night, in a private rite that officially ends three days of his body lying...
By-Election Set for May 21 After Gov’t MP Resigns
BARBADOS – Residents in St James North will head to the polls on May 21 to elect a new representative, Prime Minister Mia Mottley...
A Watershed Moment: Saint Lucia to Host CARIFTA Aquatics 2027
Heavy equipment is on site, fencing is up and excavation is underway in Beauséjour, Gros Islet, as construction begins on the long-awaited National Aquatic...
Chevrier Finishes 11th at French Olympic Week
Olympic sailor Luc Chevrier expressed satisfaction with his performance but remained eager for greater success after securing 11th place at his second Grand Slam...
Views from the Hill: A Young Saint Lucian’s Plea: Let’s Become a Republic
By Alens Plante
A recent article by Dr Velon John, a former magistrate and member of parliament, reignited debate over Saint Lucia's transition to republicanism....
China Exempts Some US Goods from Tariffs
CHINA – China has exempted some US imports from its 125 per cent tariffs and is asking firms to identify critical goods they need...
Police Officer Charged with Murder
GUYANA – Two weeks after he allegedly shot 21-year-old Ronaldo Peters, Police Sergeant Philbert Kendall was on Friday charged and remanded to prison for...
Denise Herman – The Mentor Behind Sprint Sensation Jady Emmanuel
They say behind every champion stands someone who believed in them first. For Jady Emmanuel, Saint Lucia's double CARIFTA Games sprint gold medalist, that...
OPINION: Ralph Gonsalves’ Fierce Rebuke of Caribbean Citizenship by Investment Programmes
The OECS’s most senior political leader, Comrade the Honourable Dr Ralph Gonsalves, has delivered a pointed and scathing critique of the region’s Citizenship by...
Judge Arrested for Helping Man Evade Immigration Officials
UNITED STATES – The FBI on Friday arrested a Milwaukee judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities, escalating a clash between the...
Schools Resume Normal Operations After Teacher Sickout
BARBADOS – Primary school classrooms across the island returned to order on Friday following a two-day teacher sick-out, with education authorities crediting a coordinated...
Saint Lucia’s Best CARIFTA Yet
Saint Lucia is basking in the glory of its strongest-ever showing at the CARIFTA Games and CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, with historic performances on both...
EDITORIAL: Health and Safety in the Workplace: For All, Not Some
Labour Day, observed annually on May 1, serves as a reminder of workers' vital role in any economy. It’s a day to spotlight critical...
Legends of Reggae: Strong Performances Set the Tone for Festival Weekend
By Coretta Joe
The Legends of Reggae show, held last night at the National Botanical Gardens, kicked off the annual Barbados Reggae Weekend in fine...
Climax Energy Partners with Young Music Producers to Create the Ultimate Carnival Anthem
This Carnival season, Climax Energy is turning up the volume with an electrifying collaboration that brings together Saint Lucia's most exciting young music talents....
Kite Flying Festival Revives Easter Tradition
The skies above Pigeon Point burst with colour on Easter Monday as the annual Kite Flying Festival, supported by the Cultural Development Foundation (CDF),...
Craft Market Supervisor Granted Bail on Theft, Damage Charges
A 61-year-old security supervisor at the Castries Craft Market was granted bail on Tuesday after appearing in the First District Court on charges of...
Rize Brunch Party Elevates Soufriere
Under twin volcanic peaks and a glittering Caribbean sky, thousands of patrons descended to the Soufriere Mini Stadium, for the second consecutive year, on...
Celebrating a Cultural Legacy: ICON Gala Honours Teresa Hall
As part of the Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival, the Cultural Development Foundation (CDF) will pay tribute to a woman whose life was...
Path of Rehabilitation: Life and Learning Inside Boys Training Centre – Part 1
I stand outside the thick gate securing the Boys Training Centre (BTC), a facility dedicated to rehabilitating boys aged 10 and older. Entry is...
