he United Workers Party (UWP) has finalized its roster of candidates for the upcoming general election, officially unveiling Calixte “Kakal” Xavier as the new face for the Vieux Fort North constituency. Xavier will challenge the long-standing incumbent, Moses Jn Baptiste, who has held the seat for the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) since 2006.
The spirit of Bob Marley, the legendary king of reggae, is now bottled and available in Saint Lucia with the official launch of the Marley Fragrance collection. The new line, which pays homage to the iconic artist, made its debut on Saturday, August 16, at Castries Duty Free in Pointe Seraphine, much to the excitement of local and visiting shoppers.
Three young swimmers from RR Aquatics Swim Club selected to represent Saint Lucia at the 29th Goodwill Swimming Championships
Castries, Saint Lucia — The RR Aquatics Swim Club is proud to announce that three of its rising stars — Orlando Felix (age 10), Andrew Charlemagne (age 8), and Liam Charlemagne (age 6) — have been selected to represent Team Saint Lucia at the 29th Annual Goodwill Swimming Championships, scheduled to be held in Barbados from August 15–17, 2025.
he United Workers Party (UWP) has finalized its roster of candidates for the upcoming general election, officially unveiling Calixte “Kakal” Xavier as the new face for the Vieux Fort North constituency. Xavier will challenge the long-standing incumbent, Moses Jn Baptiste, who has held the seat for the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) since 2006.
The spirit of Bob Marley, the legendary king of reggae, is now bottled and available in Saint Lucia with the official launch of the Marley Fragrance collection. The new line, which pays homage to the iconic artist, made its debut on Saturday, August 16, at Castries Duty Free in Pointe Seraphine, much to the excitement of local and visiting shoppers.
Three young swimmers from RR Aquatics Swim Club selected to represent Saint Lucia at the 29th Goodwill Swimming Championships
Castries, Saint Lucia — The RR Aquatics Swim Club is proud to announce that three of its rising stars — Orlando Felix (age 10), Andrew Charlemagne (age 8), and Liam Charlemagne (age 6) — have been selected to represent Team Saint Lucia at the 29th Annual Goodwill Swimming Championships, scheduled to be held in Barbados from August 15–17, 2025.
Saint Lucia’s Carnival has once again proven its magnetic appeal, with preliminary figures for 2025 revealing an all-time high in visitor arrivals. The island welcomed approximately 24,500 visitors during the recent carnival period, marking a significant 36% surge over last year’s numbers.
Castries, Saint Lucia – In a bold daylight assault, gunfire erupted near the bustling bus stands in Castries on Monday afternoon, leaving two parked vehicles riddled with bullets and bystanders in shock. The incident occurred in close proximity to the Babonneau, Bisee, Monchy, and Gros Islet bus terminals, across from Kenty’s Liquor and Beverage Retail outlet at the lower end of the CDC shopping complex. Law enforcement swiftly cordoned off the area to conduct a thorough investigation, urging the public to remain calm while they piece together the events.
The United Workers Party (UWP) has announced the selection of a candidate to contest the Castries North parliamentary seat in the upcoming general elections. During a recent meeting, Lionel Ellis, Chairman of the Castries North Constituency Branch, shared the news, stating that the candidate’s identity will be revealed at a later date by the party leader. Ellis emphasized the party’s commitment to regaining support, declaring
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has unveiled an ambitious plan to revolutionize its economic landscape by achieving 30% renewable energy integration by 2030. This initiative was a focal point at the recent third meeting of the OECS Council of Ministers: Energy, where Director General Dr. Didacus Jules emphasized the critical need for immediate action in addressing climate change and economic vulnerabilities. Dr. Jules highlighted the detrimental impact of high fossil fuel import costs on member states, noting that electricity tariffs rank among the highest globally, thereby undermining competitiveness across various sectors. He advocated for a transition to sustainable energy, which would allow OECS nations to reallocate funds from fuel imports to investments that stimulate job creation and industrial growth.
Castries, Saint Lucia – In an unusual sequence of events, two police officers sustained injuries in separate motorcycle accidents occurring moments apart on the John Compton Highway near the Jn Marie Petrol Station. The incidents, which took place around 1:10 p.m., prompted an immediate response from the Saint Lucia Fire Service. As of now, authorities have not released detailed information regarding the conditions of the injured officers.
Corinth, Gros Islet – In a heart-wrenching plea for justice, the mother of 27-year-old Alana Bernard is demanding accountability after her daughter was fatally shot near their home in Corinth, Gros Islet, on Tuesday evening, February 11, 2025. Alana, a devoted single mother of three young children—ages 8, 5, and 11 months—was attacked just steps away from her residence in what authorities believe was a targeted assault. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving family and friends grappling with profound grief.
Industry, Choiseul – In a harrowing incident that has shaken the quiet community of Industry, Choiseul, four members of the Labadie family were viciously attacked with machetes on the night of January 31, 2025. The assailants, reportedly including an ex-boyfriend of one of the victims, unleashed a brutal assault that left the family members with severe injuries. The victims—54-year-old Endie Labadie; her husband, 62-year-old Vernon; their 18-year-old daughter, Vernancia; and 5-year-old grandson, Bradley—were rushed to St. Jude Hospital, where they are currently receiving critical medical care.