Monday, October 19, 2026
No menu items!

News Releases

Tamis Modeste Emerges as Soufrière Carnival Queen 2026

Tamis Modeste is the new Soufrière Carnival Queen—and she earned it in emphatic fashion. Representing Saint Lucia Daily Post, Modeste capped off an outstanding night at the Soufrière Mini Stadium after capturing not just the Soufrière Carnival Queen 2026 title,...

Government Cuts Tax Penalties, Unveils New Land Buyer Incentive

The government has approved sweeping changes to Saint Lucia's income tax laws, slashing penalties for overdue taxes and introducing a major new incentive aimed at helping first-time land buyers take their first step toward homeownership. The amendments, passed in the...

Hilaire Slams Public Sector Delays: ‘Time Is Money’ as Tourism Businesses Pay the Price

Tourism Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire has sharply criticized inefficiencies within the public sector, warning that delayed decision-making is costing businesses valuable time and money while threatening the competitiveness of Saint Lucia's tourism industry. Speaking at the 19th quarterly meeting of...

St. Kitts Music Festival Opens 28th Staging After Record-Breaking 2025

The St. Kitts Music Festival will officially open on Thursday evening, ushering in its 28th staging with organizers promising another major celebration of Caribbean and international music. The festival follows what organisers describe as its largest staging in 2025, with...

St. Lucia’s Fastest Put the Nation on Notice at Explosive Track Championships

The 2026 National Individual Track & Field Championships produced explosive sprint performances, breakout stars and emotional moments of inclusion as Saint Lucia's fastest athletes battled for national supremacy over two action-packed days at the Soufriere Mini Stadium. The June 20-21...

18-Year-Old Seth Ethan Reneau Earns National Team Debut 

The Saint Lucia Boxing Association celebrates a significant milestone as 18-year-old Seth Ethan Reneau of Mon Repos, Micoud earns his debut call-up to the National Team. Seth joined a four man national boxing team who traveled to Guadeloupe on Wednesday...

82% of Premature Deaths Linked to NCDs: NIC Sounds Alarm at National Sneaker Day

With chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) now responsible for 82% of premature deaths in Saint Lucia, the National Insurance Corporation (NIC) is warning that one day of exercise is not enough. The call came as public and private sector employees...

Soufriere Residents Still Waiting for Hospital Replacement

Nearly a decade after a devastating fire destroyed critical sections of the Soufriere Hospital, residents are still waiting for the modern replacement facility they were promised. While a billboard proclaiming “Coming Soon New Soufriere Hospital” appeared in the town...

Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences Appoints Almando Rigby as General Manager

Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences announces the appointment of Almando Rigby as General Manager, effective June 15, 2026. Rigby brings more than 20 years of progressive experience leading ultra-luxury resorts across the Caribbean. Rigby most recently served as Executive Assistant...

Hilaire Says Commercialization Key to Sustaining Saint Lucia Carnival While Preserving Tradition

As Saint Lucia Carnival continues to attract thousands of visitors and generate millions in economic activity, Tourism and Culture Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire says the challenge is to build a commercially sustainable festival without allowing its traditions and cultural...

Latest News

Shopping Lists and Flower Festival Bring Lessons to Life at Dame Pearlette

Pupils at Dame Pearlette Louisy Primary School put their maths skills to the test and stepped into colourful cultural...