Viral Schoolyard Scuffle Sparks Debate on Youth Behaviour, Parental Responsibility
The incident that occurred last week, on Bridge Street, Castries, stemmed from a disagreement between the student and a security guard within a HomeGoods store in the capital.
Fatal Boat Strike and Regional Tensions: Prime Minister Pierre Confirms Loss of Lives in Caribbean Waters
Prime Minister Philip J Pierre, on Monday, February 16th, during a press briefing, confirmed that people lost their lives, but said official details surrounding the incident remain limited.
Saint Lucia Reports Strong Cruise Arrivals as Peak Season Approaches
“The cruise arrivals increased by 11 percent. That is one of our best Januaries ever,” Minister Hilaire said.
FRC Launches Inaugural Kweyol Spelling Competition to Advance Official Language Status
Organisers say the competition is more than a showcase of spelling ability. It is part of a broader effort to build momentum towards having Kweyol formally recognised as an official language.
National Science Quiz Returns with Strong Primary School Showdown
Eight schools, representing the island’s eight schooling districts, took part in the keenly contested event. Participating schools included Dame Pearlette Primary School, Vide Bouteille Primary School, Banse La Grace Combined School, Fond St Jacques Primary
Diaspora Efforts Deliver 1,200 Basketballs to Boost Youth Development
Diaspora Affairs Ambassador Julian Du Bois said the initiative forms part of a wider effort to engage Saint Lucians living abroad in meaningful national projects.
Second Hand Surgery Mission to Deliver Free Specialist Care in Saint Lucia
The mission will be conducted at the Millennium Heights Medical Complex and St. Jude Hospital, bringing together an international team of volunteer medical professionals to provide advanced hand and upper extremity treatment.
New Ruptures Stall Water Restoration as WASCO Urges Week-Long Storage Amid Dry Season
The latest setback occurred just hours after crews successfully repaired three major leaks on the ageing system. According to WASCO Chief Executive Officer Zilta George-Leslie, in a statement on February 12th, the situation deteriorated during
Educator Calls for Early Action to Close Gender Gap in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths Field
While classrooms across the island are filled with bright and capable girls, many still face barriers when it comes to pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Casimir Presses for Urgent Relocation of Poles as LUCELEC Calls for Better Project Coordination
Casimir’s comments come amid growing public concern over the placement of utility infrastructure along the rehabilitated roadway and following remarks from contractor Rayneau Gajadhar, who attributed delays on the project to what he described as
Police Officers Graduate from Mandarin Language Programme
The initiative forms part of a broader cultural exchange effort and concluded with officers completing eight weeks of instruction, totaling 32 hours of study.
SALCC Launches ‘Arthur’ AI Chatbot to Transform Student Access
The innovative chatbot, which operates primarily through WhatsApp, was officially introduced as a tool to provide instant responses to queries about the college, its programmes and admissions process.