News Releases

Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Hon. Philip J. Pierre, used his pre-Cabinet briefing on Monday to signal that sustainability will be the central theme of the government’s upcoming budget, urging Saint Lucians to rethink how they use water,...

Police have identified the victim of Monday’s fatal shooting in La Clery as 27-year-old Cresean Biscombe, a security guard who was on duty at the time of the incident. Biscombe was shot during an alleged armed robbery at Falcon Supermarket,...

Minister for Education, Youth Development, Sports and Digital Transformation, Hon. Kenson Casimir, has called for deeper collaboration between the Ministry of Education and faith-based institutions, including the Catholic Church, in shaping youth development and strengthening conflict resolution efforts. Speaking at...

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has strongly criticised what he described as a troubling culture of political excitement and public “rejoicing” whenever immigration or visa-related issues arise involving Saint Lucian officials. Speaking candidly to reporters on Monday, Pierre said he...

Saint Lucian educator and pageant queen Porcia Gustave has captured the international Miss Plus World title, marking a historic achievement for Saint Lucia and the wider Caribbean. Gustave, who resides in Chase Gardens, Castries, emerged victorious in a highly competitive...

Police have cordoned off an area in La Clery following reports of a fatal shooting there earlier today. According to preliminary information, the victim is believed to be a security guard. His identity has not yet been released. The circumstances...

A tragic head-on collision near the Marine Base in Vieux Fort on Sunday night has claimed the life of a young man, sending shockwaves through the southern community. The fatal crash involved a private motor car and a minibus. Amateur...

Saint Lucia’s homicide count has climbed to four following the fatal shooting of a man in the community of Micoud in Saturday January 17th.  The deceased has been identified as Jamari Joseph, a resident of the area. Reports indicate that...

Former West Indies U19 World Cup captain Ackeem Auguste suffered a major health scare over the holidays. Auguste, who was plying his trade in the International League T20 (ILT20) for the Mumbai Emirates Cricket team, suffered a bout of...

A vehicular accident in Soufriere on Thursday afternoon left at least twelve people injured, including ten students and a driver, triggering an emergency medical response. Preliminary information indicates that twelve individuals were transported by ambulance, while two others were taken...