Elvina Emmanuel, the reigning Ms. Good Deeds Day 2024, is calling on citizens to embrace the true spirit of Christmas by extending kindness and compassion to everyone, especially the underprivileged and less fortunate. Reflecting on the meaning of the season, Ms. Emmanuel emphasizes that Christmas is not only about family, sharing, and joy but also about uplifting those who may not have access to these opportunities or luxuries.
Thursday evening marked a historic moment at the National Cultural Centre in Castries with the exciting launch of the National String Orchestra. The theme of the event, “Cultural Revival,” set the stage for a celebration of music, talent, and perseverance.
A groundbreaking aquaponics farm in St. Lucia, operated by persons with disabilities, is receiving a significant boost from the island’s leading supermarket chain. Massy Stores has donated 5,000 branded packaging bags to the farm, “Organic Able,” and pledged to stock its produce. This partnership marks a significant step toward creating sustainable employment opportunities in agriculture for persons with disabilities.
The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force has launched its first-ever mobile police station, transforming a repurposed fire truck provided by the Saint Lucia Fire Service into a tool for enhanced community policing. The mobile unit is designed to strengthen security for both tourists and residents, offering flexibility to deploy in areas and communities where it’s needed most.
Safety and security take center stage for this year’s Assou Square celebrations. The organizing committee is pulling out all the stops to ensure the event rings in the New Year as the best and safest edition yet.