LAST week, Acting Commissioner of Police Verne Garde held his second press conference since his appointment last month.
The Importance of Community Policing
The United Nations (UN) and the Challenges of the 21st Century
Can the United Nations meet the challenges of the 21st century?
Building on Alfred’s success, something we must do – Part 2
The editorial of August 10, 2024, focused on building upon Julien Alfred’s remarkable achievements at the Paris Olympics.
Saint Lucia’s Most Pressing Need: Strong Men in Family and Society
Saint Lucia is crumbling internally from vices that have been talked about in the past but are left to rot while those who can make a difference by stopping this rot turn a blind eye…
The Economic Impact of Road Fatalities
We join the Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association in gravely observing the rising number of motor vehicle accidents on …
“The Serenity Park” Name Change
The Serenity Park in Castries is once again in the public eye as plans are underway to rename it. Housing …
A New School Year, The Revised Education Act, Teaching a Second Language from Primary School
Providing laptops to students, covering students’ facilities fees, and increasing the teaching material allowance for each teacher from $800 to …
Farewell Madam Commissioner
Saint Lucia’s first female Commissioner of Police, Cruscita Descartes-Pelius, was appointed in 2022 (although in an ‘Acting’ capacity)…
A Dying Culture?
The La Rose Festival or “La Woz”, an event held annually in observance of Saint Lucia’s rich cultural history and …
Time for Political Debates in Saint Lucia
A debate between the leaders of the two political parties in Saint Lucia is something many Saint Lucians have dreamed …
Building on Alfred’s success, something we must do
Julien Alfred’s remarkable achievements at the Paris Olympics have reignited the island’s focus on sports and the potential of our young people…
Thank You Ms. Alfred, Well Done Lafond
Julien Alfred’s historic victory at the Paris Olympics last Saturday afternoon is nothing short of monumental. Not only did she …
The Constituency Boundaries Commission: Where Is It?
WITH two years remaining before the next general elections, we must ask: will Saint Lucia maintain its 17 constituencies, or will we see the addition…
Emancipation Day in Saint Lucia: A Celebration of Freedom
Next Thursday marks Emancipation Day, a significant occasion for Saint Lucians, particularly those of African descent. On this day, we commemorate the end of chattel slavery…
Judging Calypsos in Saint Lucia
WE were not surprised at all when Saint Lucians took to social media to denounced the judges’ decision regarding the …
Immersed in Carnival? Keep an Eye on the Weather
THE vibrant rhythms of carnival music now filling the air wash over us and the colourful costumes that will be …
Those Parking Meters: What’s the Problem CCC
At times, we find ourselves questioning whether our political leaders, regardless of party affiliation, can truly rise above the constraints …
Is Latin America/ Caribbean Truly a Zone of Peace?
CARIBBEAN leaders often refer to Latin America and the Caribbean as a “zone of peace.” This designation implies that the …
Police Investigating Police – External Unit Needed
Director for Public Prosecution (DPP) Daasrean Greene, at a press conference Wednesday, addressed some outstanding matters related to the 2011 …
Who will Bell the Cat?
The idiom “who will bell the cat” originates from a fable. In this tale, a group of mice decide to …