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Crime

Two Dead, Four Injured in Marchand Shooting; Police Seize Guns, Drugs in Separate Operations

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 18, 2025

CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA – July 19, 2025 — A tragic shooting incident in Marchand has left two males dead and four others injured, triggering widespread concern and a renewed appeal from law enforcement for public cooperation. According to the Royal...

Crime

Black Mallet Shooting: 15-Year-Old Among Two Dead, One Critical in Thursday Night Gun Attack

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 18, 2025

CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA — Six people were shot — two fatally — during a brazen gun attack in the Black Mallet community on Thursday evening, in what residents are calling one of the area’s most shocking outbreaks of violence...

Arts

Saint Lucia’s Performers to Shine at Dominica’s 25th World Creole Music Festival: A Celebration of Caribbean Unity and Rhythm

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 17, 2025

Ezra D’Fun Machine, Imrand Nerdy, and Arthur Allain, Saint Lucia’s best in groovy and power soca, will be featured at the 25th anniversary of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) in Dominica this October. “We’ve brought our pride, and we’ve...

Crime

Time to Invest: Why Saint Lucia Needs a Permanent National K9 Unit

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 17, 2025

The recent high-value drug interdictions at George F. L. Charles Airport and Shed 6, Port Castries, along with the recovery of an illegal firearm during Operation Safe Haven, are clear reminders that Saint Lucia’s borders remain vulnerable and under...

Crime

SLASPA Employee Allegedly Caught in Drug Trafficking Raid

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 17, 2025

In the continued fight against illegal drug trafficking, police successfully conducted two major operations on Wednesday, resulting in the recovery of large quantities of illicit drugs and the arrest of two individuals. Unconfirmed reports are that a SLASPA employee...

Business

Fast Food Chain Faces Backlash Over Carnival-Themed Marketing Post

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 16, 2025

CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA – July 16, 2025 — A fast food chain operating in Saint Lucia is facing criticism from social media users and consumer advocates after its latest carnival-themed marketing post appeared to offend several customers, triggering a...

Education

Ten Young Scholars Graduate from Sandals Early Childhood Centre in Milestone Ceremony

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 15, 2025

Castries, Saint Lucia — July 15, 2025 A sense of pride and celebration swept through the gardens of Sandals Halcyon Beach Resort as the Sandals Early Childhood Learning & Development Centre (SECL&DC) hosted its inaugural graduation ceremony on Monday. The...

Arts

Three Siblings, One Stage: XUVO Carnival Makes History at Saint Lucia’s King and Queen of the Bands

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 15, 2025

As Saint Lucia’s carnival continues to evolve as a space of bold expression and national pride, one of the island's leading bands, XUVO Carnival, stands tall with the unveiling of its 2025 portrayal: Isle of Angels, a radiant celebration...

Crime

Teen Caught with Two Loaded Guns Near Wilton’s Yard Granted $90K Bail

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 15, 2025

Castries, Saint Lucia – July 15, 2025 A major police operation carried out by the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) has led to the arrest and charging of a 19-year-old man in connection with illegal firearms and ammunition, following...

News Releases

SLP Announces Two New Candidates for 2026 General Elections

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams - July 14, 2025

CASTRIES, Saint Lucia – The Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) has announced two new candidates who will contest the next general elections. The announcement marks a significant shift in two key constituencies: Vieux Fort South and Castries South East. Representing...

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