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“We have done all the repairs we are allowed to do on the boardwalk,” said SRDF project and maintenance manager Lysander St John who explained they are awaiting feedback from their insurance.
Repair work on the boardwalk at the Soufriere waterfront and the pier at the Humming Bird Beach, which Hurricane Beryl extensively damaged in late June, has been paused. Soufriere Regional Development Foundation (SRDF) project and maintenance mana
"As far as I know, the government has done nothing of that nature. Lawyers deal with lawyers. The government has done nothing of that nature... Lawyers deal with lawyers, there's a case you know? There's a case."
Prime Minister Philip J Pierre appeared on 97.1 FM's Rev Up Slu this morning where he was questioned by host Andre Paul on matters related to the Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) and the MSR Media lawsuit which names Saint Lucia's CIP CEO, M
The BTC residents participated in electrical installation, desktop publishing, bread, cake, and pastry-making classes, gaining hands-on experience and valuable knowledge for their personal development and future success.
One hundred and five young participants, including a cohort of residents from the Boys Training Centre (BTC), graduated from the fourth annual Botham Jean - Youth Exploring Skills (BJ-YES) program. The graduation ceremony at the National Skills De
The officer lamented the changes within the force, particularly the rise of commissioners and executive officers who, in their view, are disconnected from the realities of policing on the ground
A police officer from the Royal St Lucia Police Force has shared his sobering reflection on the state of crime, leadership, and the justice system in Saint Lucia. The officer, who spoke on condition of anonymity, expressed deep frustration with th
The incident involved a male driver who reported that while driving up a hill, his vehicle rolled back and went into a dirt pile.
Officers from the Vieux-Fort Fire Station responded to an emergency call at Macdomel, Laborie, at approximately 1:20 pm. The incident involved a male driver who reported that while driving up a hill, his vehicle rolled back and went into a dirt pile.
"Early Childhood Educators hold the key to unlocking the potential of every child they encounter," remarked Minister Edward.
Prime Minister Philip J Pierre and Minister for Education Shawn Edward handed over checks to privately operated Early Childhood Development Centers in Saint Lucia on August 22, 2024, in a significant move to bolster early childhood education. The
"Our program is designed to meet the diverse needs of our students, even those with no formal education, providing them with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the workplace, as entrepreneurs, or in further learning.”
“As our economy grows, a minimum wage is one of the broader actions that will help us to create a more equitable, inclusive and accessible society. It is our hope that it will have a positive impact on crime prevention and reducing other social ills.”
The Saint Lucia Hospitality and Tourism Association (SLHTA) has no objections to the upcoming implementation of a minimum wage on October 1, 2024. With tourism being the largest contributor to Saint Lucia’s Gross Domestic Product and accounting
According to a young fisher, the problem is very challenging for the older fishers and some fishers have to plunge into the sea and swim to go to their boats.
Fishers of Canaries are calling on the relevant authority to renovate the jetty in their community. The concerned fishers of the fishing village say the step on the jetty that they use to get into the sea to their fishing vessels is risky. “Y
"The $9 million offer was in response to a request from the Prime Minister for what it would take for our client to resolve the matter, at no point in conveying the offer did we refer to funds from the Saint Lucia public treasury," read Martinez's lawyer's response to a discussion allegedly initiated by Pierre via a lawyer seeking a settlement.
MSR Media’s Philippe Martinez has alleged that Prime Minister Philip J Pierre initiated discussions through a lawyer of a monetary settlement of the RICO case filed in the United States which names as a defendant Chief Executive Officer of Saint Lu
"Umpa Day is my way of giving back to the community. Growing up, I struggled a lot, so I know how it feels to not be able to experience fun days as a child. So the Umpa Music Foundation came up with the idea to make sure kids get to experience a fun-filled day before the reopening of school."
As summer winds down and the excitement of a new school year approaches, there's one event that kids in Dennery eagerly look forward to Umpa Day. This year, Umpa Day 2024 promises to be bigger and better, with various activities designed to bring
“Give us some kind of reprieve in terms of the rental, some 50% reduction in that rental. When the season is reopened, you could say bring back the rental to what it used to be. I mean, last season we didn't even have any ships.”
As Saint Lucia's cruise season enters its annual off-season, craft vendors are feeling the pinch and are calling on the government for much-needed relief. The slow season, which peaks between August and October, brings a dramatic drop in cruise sh
A contract signing ceremony will take place on September 12 marking the official start of the final phase of the hospital's reconstruction, bringing renewed hope to the community. “There are no more delays at St Jude,” declared SJH Reconstruction Project Liaison, Sylas Wilson.
September 9, 2024, marks fifteen years since a tragic fire destroyed a section of St Jude Hospital, claiming three lives and leaving a healthcare void that has yet to be fully resolved. The St Jude Hospital Reconstruction Project, a political
The Saint Lucia Fire and Emergency Services responded promptly, finding a mid-sized Kia truck overturned on the roadside.
Two males sustained injuries on Wednesday after the vehicle they were travelling in overturned along the Vide Boutielle Highway. The incident occurred near Castries Comprehensive Secondary School around 5:26 pm, causing a traffic backlog along the
“We made peace. She came to me, hugged me and spoke to me about my son. That was a turnaround, it was a new beginning.”
Bernard Joseph, 34, was fatally shot near his home in Mongouge, Choiseul on August 15 after intervening in the robbery of his neighbour. Joseph leapt into action immediately, running to assist upon hearing his neighbour's screams, despite a longst
Jamaican reggae artiste Christopher Martin has spoken out against the deadly violence that marred his grandmother's wake in Point Hill, St Catherine, Jamaica on Wednesday morning, leaving one man dead and six others injured.
Reggae artiste Christopher 'Chris' Martin has spoken out against the deadly violence that marred his grandmother's wake in Point Hill, St Catherine, Jamaica on Wednesday morning, leaving one man dead and several others injured. Reports are that se
"There's a window of opportunity that Julien Alfred has provided us as a nation," remarked Casimir. He believes Alfred's success is a testament to St Lucia's potential to produce Olympic champions and underscores the importance of investing in sports and establishing strong policies.
Upon his return from the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Sports Minister Kenson Casimir emphasized the significant opportunity that Julien Alfred's Olympic triumph has created for Saint Lucia. The sprint sensation, Julien Alfred, secured gold in th
According to police, two females were accosted by a male suspect who robbed them at knifepoint.
On Tuesday, August 20, at approximately 6:30 pm, the Gros-Islet Police Station received a report of a robbery that took place in the northern part of the island. According to police, two females were accosted by a male suspect who robbed them at knif
During the assessment, responders discovered a puncture wound on the back of the man's lower extremity, where he also complained of pain.
A 59-year-old man was hospitalized on Tuesday following a physical altercation along Jeremie Street in Castries. The Saint Lucia Fire and Emergency Services received a call for assistance at approximately 5:50 pm. Upon arriving at the scene, emerg
“We have installed scores of cameras in various schools. We have embarked on a fencing program to keep perpetrators at bay, persons who have a tendency to tamper with school property."
The Saint Lucia Teachers’ Union is describing their meeting with education officials a success as preparations finalize for the commencement of the new academic year. Top of the agenda was school security, which has been a cause for concern as s
"A $15 million problem doesn't just suddenly appear. It's irresponsible. When we speak about maladministration, and in this case, because we're dealing with people's lives, I will go as far as to say that their behaviour and actions are criminal. Criminal!"
Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet has declared that Prime Minister Philip J Pierre's $15 million intervention at OKEU is "a clear admission of his failure, and his government's failure." Said Chastanet, "The Prime Minister yesterday said that he i
“We have the same problems OKEU has. We are working under stress but are not making noise about it,” said a St Jude staff member.
St Jude Hospital staff are wondering why millions of dollars will be invested into the OKEU Hospital to deal with the health situation on the island with no word as to an injection of funds into St Jude. “What about St Jude Hospital?” they ask
"Little youths are dying here. They don’t even have children yet; they don’t even have a foundation in life," the resident lamented, pointing out the devastating impact of crime on young people who never get the chance to fulfil their potential.
In the wake of the tragic shooting that claimed the life of 17-year-old Alva Cole, a heartfelt plea has been made to stop the violence that has left communities across the island shaken and fearful. "Stop the violence!” a Fond Assau resident dec
Just in time for the new school year, Digicel is thrilled to announce its latest promotion, 'It’s Giving Back to School,' offering customers a chance to win fantastic prizes, including $500 back-to-school vouchers or trendy Sprayground backpacks.
Digicel launches 'It's Giving Back to School' Promotion with exciting prizes Just in time for the new school year, Digicel is thrilled to announce its latest promotion, 'It’s Giving Back to School,' offering customers a chance to win fantastic p
"All the restrictions we had in terms of water use during the water-related emergency have been lifted, and now people are free to use water as normal. However, I'm not saying that just because we've revoked the emergency, you can use water lavishly."
Saint Lucia is no longer under a water-related emergency, according to Minister for Agriculture, Hon Alfred Prospere. The state of emergency was initially declared on May 17, 2024, following critically low water levels at the John Compton Dam, a situ
"We are going to invest ten million dollars in the first instance, and we are very happy to know that it will come from the CIP Program into the OKEU Hospital to pay debts that were there before July 2021. We are paying these debts."
In a decisive move to address longstanding financial challenges within the island's health sector, Prime Minister Philip J Pierre has announced a significant financial investment into the Owen King EU (OKEU) Hospital in what he says is a move to stab
"The SLMDA unequivocally condemns these baseless accusations and public attacks on our President. We urge the public not to lose sight of the critical issues at hand by being distracted by attempts to misrepresent the situation."
The Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association (SLMDA) has firmly denounced what it calls "baseless attacks" against its President, Dr Merle Clarke, in the wake of her attempts to bring attention to critical issues at the Owen King European Union Hos
The newly discovered Clade 1 strain of Mpox demonstrates higher transmissibility compared to Clade 2, raising significant global concern.
The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs informs the public of the recent declaration by the World Health Organization (WHO) of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on August 14
"When the time comes to select candidates, the field is open for challenges to anybody. Any person who aspires to be a candidate for the Labour Party from any constituency can challenge even the incumbent."
The two main political parties on the island have intensified their campaigning as the general election in 2026 draws near. Earlier this month, the Opposition United Workers Party (UWP) announced that several young potential candidates are showing
“I ran… I thought it was me getting shot at, so I ran... When I got back, I saw the body on the ground."
A resident of Fond Assau, Babonneau, is counting his blessings after narrowly escaping a deadly shooting that claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy on Sunday evening. The man, who spoke to Loop News on condition of anonymity, expressed shock and conc
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On Saturday, St. Lucia's Alfred shocked the world by defeating World Champion Sha’Carri Richardson of the United States, who had been considered by many to be the favourite. Alfred crossed the finish line in an impressive 10.72 seconds, clinching the gold medal and securing Saint Lucia’s first-ever Olympic medal in a dominant performance. "It feels amazing," Alfred told reporters following her impressive run.
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St Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves is preparing for the worst as the strongest winds from Hurricane Beryl are expected to affect the country in the coming hours. In an address to the nation, Gonsalves emphasised the severity of the situation, drawing parallels to the devastating impacts of past hurricanes like Ivan in Grenada and Maria in Dominica. “It is not a joke. We see what major hurricanes have done, he said. Get the full story here: https://caribbean.loopnews.com/content/hurricane-beryl-damage-st%20vincent
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This week, Sharine and Cherick head to the west coast of Saint Lucia to Cacoa Sainte Lucie in Canaries, where they take part in an interactive chocolate making tour. After the educational and practical chocolate-making tour, our hosts came away with their own chocolate bars that they made themselves with specially chosen toppings. But the experience wasn't over yet as the team had a delicious cacao-infused lunch and learned about cacao cuisine from Chef Jermine.
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This week, Sharine and Cherick check out the Big Wheel Scooter tour offered by LucianStyle Experiences, who we featured all the way back in season 1 for their segway tour. When it comes to scooters, can Cherick master the figure eight? Can Sharine make a right turn? (No) This fun and scenic tour offers many photo opportunities, including by the seaside in Gros Islet and Pigeon Island, and at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground.
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