UP IN FLAMES
A fire gutted one of the three buildings at the old Dunnottar School in La Pansee on Tuesday night, disrupting plans to repurpose the site as a parent support center for families of children with disabilities. While the cause of the blaze remains unknown, speculation points to vagrants. Despite relocating years ago due to safety concerns, educators and advocates had hoped the space could still serve the special needs community.
Alliance Français hosts art exhibition for notable local artist
On Thursday, March 6, the Alliance Française will host an art exhibition showcasing the works of Ken “Scotty” Lawrence, a Saint Lucian artist who has dedicated over 40 years to his craft, earning international recognition. The exhibition, titled “Contemplations,” is a collaborative effort between Alliance Française and the Patricia Charles Endowment for the Arts, aiming to reignite appreciation for visual arts in Saint Lucia—a country once regarded as a regional artistic mecca.
OECS Council convenes to advance regional free movement
The OECS Council of Ministers for Immigration has convened to advance regional free movement policies while ensuring border security and modernized immigration systems. The discussions come amid deportation developments in the U.S. and the lasting impact of Hurricane Maria, which displaced many Dominicans.
