Special Report with Lennox Linton, president of Dominica's UWP, on the Citizenship by Investment program

In a bid to strengthen local tourism and support manufacturers, Export St. Lucia hosted its inaugural Business to Business Tourism Expo, showcasing a variety of products. CEO Sunita Daniel emphasized the need for greater local sourcing in the tourism industry, a sentiment echoed by Minister for Tourism Dr. Ernest Hilaire. Commerce Minister Emma Hippolyte added that while financial support for MSMEs is vital, more efforts are needed to integrate local products into hotels across the island.

The 36th Annual Sunshine Awards are scheduled for Saturday October 19th, and Saint Lucian sculptor Jallim Eudovic is down to receive an award.

The fixtures for the 2024 Blackheart Football Season, and the conclusion of the Semi-Professional Football League season were disclosed today at a joint press conference. An earlier clash of dates for the two tournaments forced them to collaborate to iron out the problem.

Where is the National Youth Council's voice amidst the rising issues of gun violence and other crime within the country? NYC President Yaniqueca Jean Bart-William says the youth organization has been working behind the scenes to rebrand the itself so it can undertake its core mandate of advocacy.

Over the next four weeks, seasoned and first-time wood crafters will be taking part in a Wood Sculpting Workshop. Funded by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of China Taiwan through the Taiwanese Embassy, participants will be introduced to techniques used by Taiwanese wood crafters.

Leader of the Opposition, Allen Chastanet is blaming the government for “making life increasingly difficult for citizens” through what he calls “unnecessary financial impositions and recklessness”. In an open letter to the Prime Minister, he has reiterated demands for the removal of the health and security levy, the reduction of fuel costs and for transparency and accountability about the country’s Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP).

How do you feel about the Saint Lucia Kings making it to the finals?

Jeshurun Andrew - Former Pres of the NYC

Louis Lewis, Former Director of Tourism and Chief Executive Officer at the St Lucia Tourist Board has been appointed as the new CEO of the St Lucia Tourism Authority. The new head, who will play a vital role in shaping the future of Saint Lucia’s tourism sector was formally introduced at a press conference at the SLTA on Wednesday.

Helen’s Daughters a non-profit organization with a special focus on the economic development of rural women will be attending the 2024 Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA) for the first time. The event is being held in St. Vincent. At CWA Helen’s Daughter’s will be hosting a panel discussion on “Recovery and Resilience: Women Farmers Pathways Post Hurricane Beryl” and launching their documentary, Roots of Resilience: Stories of Caribbean Women in Agriculture. They will also be participating in the CWA Trade Show.

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre met with Saint Lucian citizens at a Diaspora Meeting on Sunday, September 29, 2024, in Brooklyn, New York. The event, hosted by the Consulate General of Saint Lucia in New York, also feature remarks from the Minister for External Affairs, Alva Baptiste. The meeting gave Saint Lucians in New York an update on the developments back home.

The National Community Foundation hosted its 17th annual Telethon last Sunday and succeeded in meeting their goal for the fundraising event. The private sector is being applauded for its support of the organization’s biggest fundraiser

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is amplifying its efforts to combat breast cancer during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Louis Lewis, Former Director of Tourism and Chief Executive Officer at the St Lucia Tourist Board has been appointed as the new CEO of the St Lucia Tourism Authority. The new head, who will play a vital role in shaping the future of Saint Lucia’s tourism sector was formally introduced at a press conference at the SLTA on Wednesday.

Would you consider investing over saving?

The Miss Good Deeds Day pageant contestants met with their sponsors on Thursday. The five contestants will vie for the crown on November 30th and are undergoing a series of training workshops in preparation for the big event.

The new minimum livable wage was implemented on Tuesday October 1st. In an address to the nation Monday Night, Prime Minister Philip J Pierre, noted that there was no formal objection from the Saint Lucia Chamber of Commerce Industry and Agriculture regarding the minimum wage. In addition, Pierre says that the St. Lucia Hospitality and Tourism Association found favor with the final recommendations of the Minimum and Equal Wages Commission.

Peter & Company Distribution held its 32nd annual PCD Ricardo Leonard Scholarship Awards Ceremony over the weekend.

The inaugural Tapion Hospital Health Fair successfully brought together leading health experts to educate the public on critical health issues, emphasizing early detection and prevention of non-communicable diseases, while fostering community engagement and awareness.