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.
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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.