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“Next War May Be Over Water” – PM Pierre Pushes Rainwater Shift Amid Ongoing Crisis

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has issued a stark warning that future global conflicts could be driven by water shortages, as he intensifies calls for a national shift toward rainwater harvesting amid ongoing supply challenges in Saint Lucia. Addressing the...

One Killed, Two Children Shot in Soufriere Attack

One man is dead and two children are among those injured following a shooting in Soufrière on Sunday night. The incident has reignited tensions between rival communities there. Reports indicate that gunfire erupted around 9:15 p.m. along Barons Drive. Masked...

Saint Lucia to Host CTO Latin American Market Summit in 2027

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has announced that Saint Lucia will host the inaugural CTO Latin American Market Summit on May 5–6, 2027. The announcement was made this week during the World Travel Market Latin America in Brazil. The one-and-a-half-day summit...

Norbert Highlights Key Infrastructure Works Ahead of Micoud Jazz

Parliamentary Representative for Micoud North, Jeremiah Norbert, has reaffirmed his commitment to infrastructure development in the constituency following a tour of several ongoing projects, as the community prepares to host the second edition of Micoud Jazz. Norbert visited a number...

Pierre Warns ‘We Are Watching WASCO Closely’ Amid Major Water Investments

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has issued a strong warning to the Water and Sewerage Company, making it clear that the government is closely monitoring its operations as millions continue to be invested in the country’s water infrastructure. Speaking at...

Saint Lucia’s Emerle Tisson Crowned Miss Caribbean Queen in Sint Maarten

Saint Lucia is celebrating a major regional victory after Carnival Queen Emerle Tisson was crowned Miss Caribbean Queen 2026 at a pageant held in Sint Maarten. Tisson secured the title shortly after 2:00 a.m. at the Jocelyn Arndell Festival Village,...

Electricity Bills Spike in Saint Lucia as Fuel Surcharge Surges

Electricity consumers across Saint Lucia are facing a sharp increase in their monthly bills as rising global oil prices push up the cost of power generation on the island. The island’s sole power company, LUCELEC has confirmed a significant jump...

Contract Signed for Upgrade to Water Supply in Gros Islet 

The Water and Sewerage Company has officially launched a major infrastructure upgrade aimed at improving water delivery in northern Saint Lucia, with the commencement of the Northern Pipeline Project. Chief Executive Officer Zilta George-Leslie described the project as a transformative...

Governor General Travels Overseas for Medical Care; Finisterre Appointed to Act

The Office of the Governor General has confirmed that His Excellency Sir Cyril E. M. Charles has traveled to Martinique to receive medical attention, prompting the temporary appointment of a deputy to ensure the continuity of official duties. In a...

Saint Lucia’s National Boxing Team Departs for Caribbean Golden Gloves Championships.

A seven-member Saint Lucia National Boxing Team departed the island early Wednesday to compete in the 2nd Annual Caribbean Golden Gloves Boxing Championships, scheduled to take place in Martinique from April 17–19, 2026. The team features a strong mix of...

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Fire Service Shuts Down Claims of Fire at New Saint Jude Hospital

The Saint Lucia Fire Service has firmly dismissed claims circulating online that the new Saint Jude Hospital has experienced...