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Man’s Arm Severed with Cutlass in Shocking Coolie Town Altercation

Coolie Town, Saint Lucia — A violent altercation, allegedly between two brothers in Coolie Town has left one man seriously injured after his arm was reportedly severed with a cutlass. The incident occurred around 7:39 a.m. on Friday, June 13,...

Dr. Velon John Remembered as Legal Luminary and Tireless Public Servant

Castries, Saint Lucia (June 2025) — Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has paid an emotional tribute to his former Cabinet colleague and close friend, Dr. Velon Leo John, following the former minister’s passing at age 83. Describing him as...

CPMC Chair Defends Scenic, Expansive Parade Route for Lucian Carnival Amid Regional Scrutiny

Responding to regional comparisons following St. Vincent’s announcement of a midnight end to its Carnival Monday parade, Chairperson of the Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC), Tamara Gibson, emphasized that Saint Lucia’s parade route is longer and more expansive...

Bananes Bay Redevelopment Begins to Support Fishers, Local Businesses, and Tourism Growth

The redevelopment of Bananes Bay—featuring a modern fisherman’s village as part of a broader cruise port expansion—has officially commenced. This was confirmed by a Saint Lucia Cruise Port official on Thursday as foundation works began. “Construction at Bananes Bay began...

Lucian Carnival 2025 Promises to Be ‘Stronger, Louder, More Cultural Than Ever’ — CPMC Chair

With just over a month to go before the highly anticipated climax of Lucian Carnival 2025, Chairperson of the Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC), Tamara Gibson, says preparations are not only on track but already showing impressive results. Speaking...

RSS Unveils 42 Specialized Security Courses for 2025 Across Member States

The Regional Security System Training Institute (RSS TI) has announced an ambitious training agenda for 2025, featuring forty-two (42) specialized courses designed to strengthen the region’s security architecture and improve readiness among law enforcement and military agencies. The course offerings...

Hilaire Rejects Opposition Allegations Over Bannanes Bay Redevelopment, Cites Past UWP Plans

Tourism Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire has forcefully rejected allegations by the opposition United Workers Party (UWP) regarding the relocation of residents from Bannanes Bay as part of the area's redevelopment. Speaking to the media Tuesday, Dr....

UPDATE: Body Discovered in Black Bay, Vieux Fort Identified

Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia – Authorities have confirmed the identity of a man found dead in the Black Bay mangrove area on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Police officers attached to the Criminal Investigations Department in Vieux Fort responded to a...

Body Found Bound and Gagged in Black Bay, Vieux Fort

(Black Bay, Vieux Fort – June 10, 2025) Law enforcement authorities have launched an active investigation following the discovery of a male body in the Black Bay area of Vieux Fort. The deceased was found bound and gagged, with what...

Man Found Dead on Chapel Street in Gros-Islet

GROS-ISLET, Saint Lucia – June 10, 2025 — Authorities are investigating the death of a man discovered early Monday morning on Chapel Street in Gros-Islet under unusual and tragic circumstances. The Saint Lucia Fire Service responded to an emergency call...

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Saint Lucia Kings Hand Leadership Reins to Roston Chase Ahead of 2026 CPL Title Run

The Saint Lucia Kings have made a major statement ahead of the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League, appointing...