Day: January 15, 2025

As the cruise season kicks off in Castries, concerns over tourist muggings have eased, thanks to an increased police presence in the city. Inspector Yone Camchon of the Castries City Police Constabulary reports that strategic patrols and the addition of a mobile police station have played a significant role in enhancing public safety. Despite the progress, he urges the public to continue collaborating with law enforcement to keep the city secure.

The St. Jude Hospital Reconstruction Project in Vieux Fort reached a significant milestone today as the project steering committee and Board of Directors conducted a site visit to assess its progress. With key areas like the dialysis and physiotherapy wings nearing completion, the project is on track to provide state-of-the-art healthcare services in the southern part of the island.

Twelve-year-old Vernivea Louis from Saltibus R.C. Combined School earned a bronze prize in the 2024 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. At the National Awards Ceremony, SLUDTERA’s CEO called for more support for the literary arts from the Education Ministry. Entries for the 2025 competition open in March.

The long-awaited reconstruction of the La Resource Road is making remarkable progress, bringing relief to residents who have endured years of poor road conditions. With over 80% of the project completed in just over 20 days, the initiative led by Construction and Industrial Equipment Ltd is set to transform the 2.2-kilometer stretch into a safer, more durable thoroughfare.

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre is confident that the Saint Lucia Labour Party will retain power in the next general elections. Speaking at a town hall meeting in Dennery, he highlighted his administration’s achievements, including improvements in healthcare, the economy, and crime fighting, while challenging the opposition’s criticisms of his administration’s performance. The Prime Minister expressed optimism that voters will see through the opposition’s political schemes and support his party’s efforts for a second term.