Are you satisfied with the level of police vigilance on St. Lucia’s roads?

61 students, including 11 from Saint Lucia, have benefited from Unicomer's 2024 scholarships. Unicomer and Courts, a brand of the group, pledged $13,000 toward supporting the education of employees across the OECS.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s ban on the importation of dogs under 6 months old has caused some serious setbacks for NGOS attempting to decrease the stray population on the island. News4orce met up with officials of the Bruno Project to find out how exactly the ban is impacting its rescue efforts.

The spate of road accidents continues, this time involving a cement truck that crashed into the perimeter fence of the airport. The dazed and uncertain driver was reportedly unaware of the circumstances leading to the accident. The incident has intensified concerns about road safety, as it adds to the growing list of troubling collisions across the island.

The Saint Lucia Kings are poised to bring their best game to the fore this weekend, with the home crowd expecting nothing less than a commanding performance. Coach Daren Sammy notes that the squad is keen to deliver with pride and passion, aiming to stir energy across the island and elevate cricket to a fever pitch, promising a sporting spectacle like no other.

Just ahead of the start of this new academic year, the St. Lucia Electricity Services Limited (LUCELEC) hosted its annual scholarship social for members of its scholarship programme. The scholarships are part of the company’s employee benefits scheme and are offered to children of LUCELEC employees. As we hear in this report – 34 students are currently part of the programme, and most attended the event where the focus was on the company’s core value of “excellence” in relation to the event theme of “Powering the Minds of Future Leaders”.

October 1st will mark a milestone for the labor movement and workers in Saint Lucia as the minimum wage takes effect. Government officials say this change will ensure that thousands of St. Lucians receive a livable wage, providing essential financial security for many households. The department of labor is preparing both internally and externally via the training of staff. The change comes after debates about fair compensation in Saint Lucia. Supporters say it will help low-income workers, while some businesses have expressed concerns about increased costs.

The rising cost of living, the cost of school supplies, and the recorded homicides on the island were top of the agenda for the United Workers Party--this week. They are demanding answers from the SLP administration on plans to ease the financial squeeze on citizens and ensure safety and security in Saint Lucia.

Members of the LGBTQ+ community are continuing their fight to end stigma and discrimination. The 2024 pride celebrations, held under the theme "Persist With Pride," kicked off with a press launch on Friday, August 30th.

Saint Lucia's iconic Pitons, located on a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are gaining new protections. Local businesses and government officials met to discuss conservation strategies after the government codified in law safeguards to uphold the site's treasured status.

Team Saint Lucia will play Curacao on Friday, September 6, 2024, in the first match of league B, group B, of the CONCACAF Nations League. The team held a media briefing on Monday before leaving for the game.

The environmental health division has intensified efforts to combat the spread of Dengue fever. The division has implemented various initiatives, including house-to-house inspections and community-wide efforts, aimed at reducing mosquito populations and protecting public health.

On Wednesday, the OAS resident representative in Saint Lucia, Lilly Ching, paid a courtesy call to newly appointed Royal Saint Lucia Police Commissioner Verne Garde. During the visit, Ching donated equipment to aid in the fight against gun violence.

Incoming Top Cop Verne Garde said Wednesday he has a crime reduction plan ready to present to Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre on Monday, September 9th. Garde unveiled his goals and expectations for his new role at a conference Wednesday.

The La Woz Festival concluded with a grand parade through the streets and a celebratory fete on Friday, August 30, 2024, in Castries. While much has been said about the waning support for this cultural tradition, it's important to consider the role of the mainstays and the youth who are helping to keep folk culture ingrained in the nation's collective consciousness.

U.S. Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Roger Nyhus joined a local Pride Health Expo at Constitution Park over the weekend. The event aims to combat stigmatization of LGBTQ+ community members.

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre, also the member of parliament for Castries East, hosted his 16th annual academic honoring ceremony and mathematics competition at the Entrepot Human Resource Center. The event celebrated the top-performing students in the constituency in the Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment (CPEA) and challenged them with a math competition.

The Soufriere Marine Management Association (SMMA) has received a boost to begin its recovery efforts to rebuild a crucial vessel, thanks to proceeds collected through a GoFundMe account.

As the Botham Jean Foundation continues its mission to uplift underprivileged communities and prevent violence, the foundation's director is making a heartfelt plea for peace amid a rise in senseless homicides.

Are you happy with the appointment of Verne Garde to the post of Police Commissioner?