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World Bank Mission Supports Major Modernization of Saint Lucia’s Social Protection System

The Government of Saint Lucia is moving toward a major transformation in the delivery of social assistance services following a high-level mission by the World Bank, which concluded a series of strategic engagements with key government ministries and agencies,...

“School Must Be a Safe Space”: Casimir Speaks on Classroom Incident Amid National Outcry

Education Minister Kenson Casimir says his “biggest concern” remains the safety and wellbeing of students as public outrage intensifies over an alleged classroom incident in which a teacher reportedly threw an object at a student, leaving the child with...

Saint Lucia Establishes Coroners Court, Appoints First Coroner

Saint Lucia has appointed its first-ever Coroner following the establishment of a dedicated Coroners Court within the jurisdiction of the Magistrates’ Courts. The Judicial and Legal Services Commission has appointed Ms. Desma Charles to the newly created post, marking a...

Weekend Manhunt Ends. Gros Islet Shooting Suspect Captured in Bellevue

Police have apprehended the suspect linked to Sunday's fatal shooting in Gros Islet, bringing an end to a tense weekend manhunt. Saint Lucia Daily Post understands that the suspect was captured by law enforcement officers shortly after 11:00 a.m. on...

Caribbean Law Enforcement Officers Excelling in Doctoral Studies While Advancing Forensic Psychology, Mental Health, and Public Service

From the Caribbean to the United States, Travis Chicot and Tanisha Samuel are redefining what it means to serve, protect, and heal within the fields of forensic psychology, mental health, and rehabilitation services. Their journey represents a powerful story...

Bedbug Fears Spread to La Clery Health Centre After Betty Wells Relocation, Staff Threaten Sickout

Fresh concerns are emerging over a possible bedbug problem at the La Clery Wellness Centre, just days after services from the Betty Wells Urban Polyclinic were redirected there following an infestation crisis at the original facility. Information circulating among healthcare...

Tapion Hospital Says Patients No Longer Need to Travel Overseas for Some Life-Saving Procedures

Tapion Hospital has unveiled its new “Founders and Icons Wall,” paying tribute to the individuals who helped shape the institution while showcasing a wave of advanced medical services now transforming healthcare delivery in Saint Lucia. Speaking during the unveiling ceremony,...

Monroe University Turns Saint Lucia’s Zandolie Into a Superhero to Help Children Fall in Love With Reading

A local superhero inspired by Saint Lucia’s iconic zandolie lizard is taking centre stage this Reading Month as Monroe University launches a new children’s storybook aimed at inspiring literacy, curiosity, and future academic ambition among young readers. The publication, titled...

Powerful 6.0 Earthquake Rattles Caribbean, Tremors Felt Across Multiple Islands

Residents across several Eastern Caribbean islands were jolted Saturday morning after a powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck near Barbuda, sending tremors across the region and sparking concern among citizens. The earthquake occurred around 10:50 a.m. local time, with its epicentre...

Security Guard Recovering After Fer-de-Lance Snake Bite in Bois d’Orange

A part-time security guard is recovering after being bitten by a fer-de-lance snake in Bois d’Orange on Thursday, May 7. According to information obtained by Saint Lucia Daily Post, the man realized he had been bitten on his foot and...

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Lucian Carnival Has Outgrown Its Venue, PM Pierre Says as Machel Montano Hails Festival Among His Best

Lucian Carnival's soaring popularity could soon force Saint Lucia to think bigger. Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre says the island's...