armed and dangerous
The 2011 US State Department Human Rights report on Saint Lucia, has cited reports of unlawful Police killings as the island’s most serious human rights problem.
It has also called attention to alleged abuse of suspects and prisoners by the Police, and long delays in trials and sentencing.
The report was issued today, after the Saint Lucia government earlier this year confirmed that a high ranking Police Officer had his US visa revoked.
word perfect.
Eight students from each of the 8 education districts across the island participated in a spelling B competition.
The competition was organized by the Dental Health Unit.
At the end of it Dianne Thomas of Reunion emerged the winner, followed by Kyra St Louis of Augier Combined School and Ivine Nurse of Morne Du Don.
big sister.
The Saint Lucia Nurses Association launched its Big Sister mentorship program, with a visit to Saint Joseph’s Convent today.
graduation daze.
Police were summoned to the Sir Ira Simmons secondary school today, in a controversy over a decision to ban forty students from graduating.
The irate parents descended on the school to demand an explanation.
Teachers say they felt threatened and summoned the Police.
made for romance.
A new promotion launched by the St. Lucia Tourist Board is expected to see increases in visitor arrivals in the summer.
The promotion — St. Lucia’s made for romance, welcomes travelers looking to rekindle their love this summer .
Recently Saint Lucia was voted number four on the list of The World’s Top 20 Honeymoon Destinations by Brides magazines and recognized as the Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination by the World Travel Awards in 2011.
dead end.
Saint Lucia’s Police Commissioner has been clearing the air on reports that a British national died here recently, may have been murdered.
The woman has been identified as Hilary Hughes-Augustin.
She died at Victoria Hospital on May 4th, two weeks after being admitted for undisclosed injuries.
touch of glass.
The teachers of the Bocage Secondary school celebrated the academic and sporting achievements of their students.
They held a special ceremony at the institution today.
mas education.
First National Bank and Lucian Spirit Carnival band have sponsored a carnival workshop for students of the Castries Comprehensive secondary school.
