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The Health Ministry Marks World Leprosy Day 2025 with Renewed Commitment to Education and Advocacy

Castries, January 23, 2024 – The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is proud to join the global community in observing World Leprosy Day on January 26, 2025, under the theme “Beating Leprosy, Ending Stigma, and Advocating for...

Frederick: NHC Layoffs Driven by Restructuring, Not Victimization

Housing Minister Richard Frederick has dismissed allegations of victimization following the dismissal of three employees from the National Housing Corporation (NHC). Speaking during the weekly pre-Cabinet press briefing on Monday, Frederick defended the NHC’s actions, stating that the terminations...

Spike in Road Collisions Prompts Urgent Call for Action by Police and Prime Minister

A staggering 120 vehicular collisions, including one fatal accident along the Julian R. Hunte Highway, were recorded in January 2025, sparking alarm from law enforcement and government officials. Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in charge of the Traffic Department, Charlotte...

Saint Lucia To Host Hand Surgery Mission, Offering Free Medical Care

Castries, January 22, 2025 - Residents of Saint Lucia are set to benefit from a life changing initiative as  the Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs, in partnership with Hand Help Inc., hosts a  transformative Hand Surgery Mission...

Saint Lucia Launches Independence 46 Celebrations with a Call for Health and Wellness

Saint Lucia has officially launched its 46th Independence celebrations under the theme “Douvan Ansanm: Health and Well-being for a Prosperous Nation”. Speaking at the launch, Cabinet Secretary and Co-Chair of the Independence Planning Committee, Agosta Degazon who highlighted the...

Scandal Mas Band Launch 2025: Mystical Kingdoms Set to Redefine Saint Lucia Carnival

Royalton Saint Lucia to Host the Most Anticipated Band Launch on January 26 Castries, Saint Lucia – The countdown to Saint Lucia Carnival 2025 is on, and Scandal Mas is ready to set the stage for an unparalleled celebration of...

St. Lucia Employers’ Federation Expands to the South, Tackles Minimum Wage Impact

The St. Lucia Employers’ Federation (SLEF) is breaking new ground in 2025 by extending its reach to the Southern business community, ensuring greater accessibility and engagement for employers beyond the North. This initiative aims to bring direct support and...

RSLPF Launch Investigations into Homicide at Lenny’s Hill, Soufriere

On Sunday, January 19, 2025 about 7:28 p.m. Police Officers attached to the Soufriere Police Station responded to a shooting in Lenny’s Hill, Soufriere.  Preliminary investigations revealed that a male had sustained injuries as a result of a shooting. The...

Gun Violence in Marc Bexon Sparks Fear Among Residents

Residents of Marc Bexon are living in fear following a weekend of gun violence that left one man dead and another critically injured. Speaking to Saint Lucia Daily Post on Monday morning, community members voiced their distress, expressing concerns...

Breaking News: Third Homicide Recorded In Saint Lucia For 2025

Soufrière, Saint Lucia – Just three weeks into the new year, the island has already seen its third homicide. The latest fatal shooting occurred on Sunday evening around 8 PM in the heart of Soufrière. The victim, identified as a...

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New Committee Signals Fresh Start for Dennery Carnival 2026

A new chapter is unfolding for Dennery Carnival, as the Dennery Carnival Planning Committee has announced the installation of...