Primus Toussaint Charged for Joy St Omer Murder
In a statement issued on May 26, the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force said the Major Crimes Unit had charged Primus Toussaint of Belvedere, Canaries, in relation to the fatal shooting, which occurred in Marigot,
LUCELEC Attributes Rising Electricity Bills to Global Oil Prices and Middle East Instability
LUCELEC Corporate Communications Officer Carmy Joseph, talking to the press this week, explained that the fuel surcharge applied to customers’ bills has steadily increased over the past several months due to the growing cost of
Saint Lucia Recognized as Regional Leader in Public Debt Management
Central to those efforts is the implementation of the Commonwealth Meridian Debt Management System, which officials say has transformed how the country monitors and manages public debt.
Export Strategy Review Targets Value-Added Production and International Market Access
The discussions also focused on new export requirements affecting sectors such as sea moss production, while outlining plans for the development of an incubator-style facility aimed at helping small producers meet international certification standards.
Sporting Community Mourns Death of Volleyballer and Tennis Coach Darrion Roberts
Roberts was reportedly discovered by his roommate around 2 p.m., sending shockwaves through Saint Lucia’s sporting community as athletes, coaches and sporting organizations reacted with grief and disbelief.
Arts in the City Draws Record Crowds as Cultural Movement Gains Momentum
The Cultural Development Foundation (CDF) says the 2026 edition of the festival surpassed expectations, with several performances and featured events attracting sold-out crowds and overwhelming public support.
Cultural Community Pays Final Tribute to Carnival Icon Dylan Pitcairn
Pitcairn, renowned for his artistic creativity, costume designs and mentorship within the Carnival fraternity, was remembered as a generous soul, an inspirational figure and a cultural pioneer whose influence stretched far beyond the festival stage.
HR Professionals Call for Greater Focus on Workplace Mental Health and Employee Well-Being
President of the Association of Human Resource Management Professionals, Goretti Paul, said organizations must move beyond treating workplace wellness as an optional initiative and instead recognize it as a critical business priority.
Business Leaders, Police Hold High-Level Talks on Crime and Public Safety
The discussions brought together representatives of the business sector and the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force to examine crime prevention strategies, policing plans, traffic management and broader public safety concerns affecting commercial activity across the
Government to Provide Financial Support for Vendors Affected by Castries Vendors’ Arcade Transition
The announcement comes amid growing concerns from vendors and their representatives regarding the possible economic hardship resulting from relocation and disruptions tied to the redevelopment process.
National Workers Union Secures Bargaining Rights for Saint Lucia Tourism Authority Employees
In a press release, the NWU announced that employees voted in favor of the union becoming their “exclusive bargaining representative.”
Suspect Surrenders in Joy St Omer Killing; Calls for Justice Echoes from Society Leaders
Police investigators confirmed on May 21 that a male suspect, identified as the estranged husband of the deceased, has turned himself in to the Criminal Investigations Department and remains in police custody.