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PLANS ADVANCE FOR STATUE HONOURING OLYMPIC CHAMPION JULIEN ALFRED
Plans for a statue honouring Olympic champion Julien Alfred are moving forward as the Government of Saint Lucia advances its commitment to recognise her historic achievement at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Alfred became Saint Lucia’s first Olympic gold medallist when she won the women’s 100 metres in a record time of 10.72 seconds. Her …
Discover Dominica Authority Launches New OTT Destination Training Course for Travel Advisors
Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has launched a new destination training course on Online Travel Training (OTT), an online training and marketing platform for the travel and tourism industry. The course gives travel advisors access to specialized destination knowledge and resources to strengthen their ability to promote and sell Dominica. “Travel advisors are important partners in …
Behind Every Click, Call and Delivery: Powering Global Trade in Services
Most people think of international trade as ships carrying containers across oceans or trucks crossing borders. Increasingly, however, trade is something you cannot put inside a box. Food & Grocery Delivery It is an architect designing a building in another economy. A software developer providing cybersecurity services halfway around the world. A university delivering online …
Dominica vs Anguilla
Dominica Defeats Anguilla 1–0 as Reon Cuffy Scores First International Goal Dominica’s Senior Men’s National Football Team secured a 1–0 victory over Anguilla on Monday at Windsor Park Stadium, with Reon Cuffy scoring his first international goal to give the Bouyon Boys the win. Following a goalless first half, Cuffy found the breakthrough in the …
Second Possible Measles Exposure Reported at Philadelphia Airport
Philadelphia is facing a second possible measles exposure, the city’s Department of Public Health warned over the weekend. Health officials said an individual with measles passed through Philadelphia International Airport and that the case is not connected to the recent exposure that occurred at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). The Philadelphia Department of Public Health …
Powerful Typhoon Dujuan Slams Japan, Millions Urged to Evacuate
Almost two million people are under evacuation orders in Japan as Typhoon Dujuan batters a number of the country’s prefectures. Japan’s Meteorological Agency had warned of an “imminent threat to life”, but several warnings have now been downgraded, with the danger to life warning remaining in place in Oshima Town. Strong winds caused power cuts …
Death Announcement of Wane Vansley Darroux aged 53 years of Petite Savanne, who resided in North Carolina
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Wane Vansley Darroux aged 53 years of Petite Savanne, who resided in North Carolina. He transitioned peacefully from this world surrounded by his devout wife and his church prayer group on Sunday 13th September 2026. Further details will be given in …
International Peace Day: World Media Organization Chief Urges an End to Conflict
On the occasion of International Peace Day, Gautam Karve, Editor-in-Chief of the World Media Organization, has called upon nations around the world to work toward ending conflicts and promoting peace. No one benefits from war; instead, the entire world suffers. Conflicts lead to the loss of innocent lives, displacement of communities, economic uncertainty, and rising …
Death announcement of our beloved Theresa Joseph aka Bolo.
She leaves to mourn her beloved adopted son, Delano Thomas, and her partner, Lornicks Raymond. Brothers, John Peter and Martin Peter; Nieces, Josephine, Dindin, Janet, Sharon, Nanet, and Princess; Nephews, Fedel, Awab, Patrick, and Desmond, also known as “Boloboom.” Sixteen (16) grand-nieces, Eleven (11) grand-nephews, Eight ( great-grand-nieces, Eight ( great-grand-nephews. Cousins Kelvin Francis, the …
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA FALCONS CAPTURE MAIDEN CPL TITLE
League champions, capturing their first CPL title with an emphatic eight-wicket victory over the Jamaica Kingsmen at Kensington Oval on Sunday night. Batting first, the Kingsmen posted 170 for nine from their 20 overs, led by a superb 114 from Maaz Sadaqat. Sufyan Moqim was outstanding with the ball for the Falcons, claiming four wickets …
Saint Lucia and Taiwan EXIMBANK Sign US$20 Million Housing Financing Agreement
The government of Saint Lucia guaranteed a USD 20 million (EC$54 million) financing facility between the St Lucia Development Bank (SLDB) and Taiwan Eximbank at a signing ceremony Tuesday at SLDB’s headquarters in what officials called the largest housing investment in the country’s history. “This investment of XCD 54 million is the largest investment in …
Setting the Record Straight Following the Prime Minister’s September 9 Press Conference
Dear Prime Minister, Thank you for naming me and for the more measured tone of your press conference. I wish to deal with several misleading and untrue statements. Replies and action At your September 9 press conference, you said I claimed that you had not responded to my correspondence. That is incorrect. I acknowledged your …
New Glass Pulveriser Commissioned to Strengthen Grenada’s Waste Management
Grenada has strengthened its capacity to process glass waste with the commissioning today of a commercial-grade glass pulveriser funded by the Grenada Hotel and Tourism Association (GHTA) through its Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF). The EC$486,000 investment in the Grenada Solid Waste Management Authority (GSWMA) provides additional infrastructure to support glass recovery and diversion while advancing …
The Dominica Association Of Industry and Commerce is hosting its eggs and Issues Event.
Strengthening Partnerships for a Safer, Stronger Business Community The DAIC team recently visited Police Headquarters for a productive meeting with the leadership of the Dominica Police Force, an opportunity to strengthen ties between the private sector and police, and explore how we can continue working together in support of Dominica’s business community. We’re pleased to …
10,000 BOOKS BOOST CHILDREN’S LITERACY EFFORTS IN SAN FERNANDO
A donation of 10,000 children’s books is helping to expand reading and learning opportunities for children in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago. The books were donated by Trinidad and Tobago-based NGO Books Build Bridges and are being distributed to schools and libraries across the city to improve children’s access to reading material. The donation also …
FUND-RAISING CONCERT ANNOUNCED IN DOMINICA TO HONOR LEGENDARY MUSICIANS OF THE BELLES COMBO
The Friends of Belles Combo has officially announced a major fundraising concert dedicated to supporting former members of the legendary musical group that gave the community more than three decades of unforgettable performances. The highly anticipated event is scheduled for Saturday 3rd October, 2026, kicking off at 9:00 p.m.at Zaman Park, Belfast, Mahaut, The Belles …
Government Provides Approximately EC$670,800 to Support Private Early Childhood Centers
The Government of Saint Lucia is providing approximately EC$670,800 in financial assistance to 104 private early childhood centers, benefiting 3,588 children during Term 1 of the 2026-2027 academic year. The assistance forms part of the Government’s continued investment in early childhood care and education and provides support directly to private centers while helping to offset …
Grenada Celebrates Successful Spicemas 2026 with 20% Increase in Visitor Arrivals
Grenada recorded a 20% increase in total visitor arrivals for the 2026 Spicemas period, underscoring the continued growth of the festival as one of the Caribbean’s most distinctive cultural tourism experiences. Arrival figures for the 10-day period surrounding the major Spicemas season, August 2nd to August 11th, 2026, show that total arrivals increased from 9,448 …
STATEMENT TO THE CITIZENS OF DOMINICA
Reaffirming Trust, Integrity, and Confidence in the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) Last month, public attention across our nation and the wider region had been captivated by news reports surrounding internal correspondence and administrative debates within the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ). The Dominica Bar Association recognizes that such developments can naturally stir feelings of …
Grenada Tourism Authority Announces 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) is pleased to announce the 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival, taking place from October 26 to November 1, 2026. The festival has grown into a signature event on Grenada’s tourism calendar, bringing together local dive operators, marine experts, conservation groups and dive partners from across the Tri-Island State. Held …
Construction of NCCU’s La Salette Branch Reaches Advanced Stage
Significant progress has been made on the construction of the National Cooperative Credit Union (NCCU) Ltd.’s new La Salette Branch at Pointe Michel. Since the groundbreaking ceremony in January 2026, Phase One of the project has progressed from foundation works to the erection of walls and concrete columns, and the placement of steel reinforcement and …
SAINT LUCIA’S CREOLE COMMUNITY TAKES CENTER STAGE THIS OCTOBER, WITH SPECIAL SAVINGS AT BAY GARDENS RESORTS
Travelers visiting Saint Lucia this October can experience one of the island’s most vibrant cultural celebrations while staying at Bay Gardens Resort . In recognition of Creole Heritage Month, the locally owned resort group will host a full slate of festivities featuring local food, music, and dance, while giving guests easy access to island-wide events …
CRFM Executive Director addresses FAO’s Committee on Fisheries (COFI) in Rome
The Executive Director of the Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM), Dr. Marc Williams, recently attended the Thirty-seventh Session of the Committee on Fisheries (COFI), a body under the FAO Council. During the weeklong meeting, held from 7–11 September 2026 in Rome, Italy, Dr. Williams spoke on the state of fisheries and aquaculture; illegal, unreported, and …
$1,000 NEWBORN BABY GRANT PROVIDES PRACTICAL SUPPORT TO SAINT LUCIAN MOTHERS AND FAMILIES
Castries, Saint Lucia –The Government of Saint Lucia, led by Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre, continues to provide practical support to families through the introduction of the $1,000 Newborn Baby Grant, a one-off payment designed to assist mothers with some of the immediate costs associated with welcoming a newborn baby. The Newborn Baby Grant, …