Miss L’s Charity Brings Hope to Odsan-Bexon with Gifts and Music
Miss L’s Charity brought the spirit of giving and hope to the Odsan-Bexon community on Sunday with a vibrant distribution fair and a mini gospel concert. The event, rooted in the legacy of the director’s late mother, aimed to meet the needs of the underprivileged and minister through music. Throughout the day, the organization distributed hampers to residents and provided wheelchairs to the differently-abled, making a tangible difference in their lives.
Saint Lucia Prepares Climate Pledge to Advance Global Warming Goals
Saint Lucia is preparing to submit its third Nationally Determined Contribution or NDC, a climate action pledge aimed at advancing the Paris Agreement’s target to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The latest NDC highlights the country’s commitment to reducing emissions, with a focus on sustainable transportation and energy solutions.
New CEO Pledges Transformation at Millennium Heights Medical Complex
The newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Millennium Heights Medical Complex Dr. Damian Greaves is promising to reposition Saint Lucia’s primary health care institution to play a meaningful role in improving the quality of health care on the island.
Dr. Greaves’ appointment took effect November 1st, 2024, and he gave his first full length interview just over one month into the job.
CIP Board Responds to RICO Lawsuit Withdrawal, UWP Presses for Answers
The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Board has issued a sharply worded statement denouncing what it described as a “failed attempt to threaten, embarrass, and extort” the board. This comes in the wake of the voluntary withdrawal of a RICO lawsuit filed by Philippe Martinez against Mc Claude Emmanuel, CEO of the Citizenship by Investment Unit. However, the Opposition United Workers Party (UWP) maintains that the withdrawal does not absolve the government from addressing lingering questions about the transparency and governance of the island’s Citizenship by Investment Programme.
SLASPA Urges Prompt Cargo Collection Amid Storage Challenges
The Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority and the Customs and Excise Department are calling on the public to promptly collect their cargo from the Castries port. A growing backlog of unclaimed items is causing significant storage challenges, prompting the appeal.
SLASPA has also flagged concerns about a surge in imported vehicles, with additional shipments expected in the coming weeks. Vehicle owners are being urged to retrieve their vehicles promptly to prevent further congestion and ensure the smooth operation of port facilities.
Sunrise Strides Event Surpasses Goal to Support Rica Pierre
The Sunrise Strides fundraising event, held on Sunday to support Rica Pierre, was a tremendous success. Thanks to the overwhelming support from the local community, the wider island, and the diaspora, event organizers surpassed their initial fundraising target. Rica Pierre, a youth leader from the Bocage community, faces a series of critical medical operations to address a life-threatening kidney condition.
New Youth Services Centre to Empower Vulnerable Youth
The government has unveiled the design concept and vision for the Youth Services Centre, a transformative facility set to rise at the former George Charles Secondary School site. According to Minister for Equity Joachim Henry, the Centre will serve as a comprehensive hub to address the critical needs of vulnerable youth in Saint Lucia, reflecting a bold step forward in youth empowerment and support.
Street Vibes- 17th December, 2024
Today, our people speak to an open mic.
