For decades, the 14 independent nations of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have helped sustain American prosperity by collectively importing far …
A Call for the US to Revisit New Tariffs on CARICOM Countries
57 Minutes of Introspection
Saint Lucia’s Creative Industry appears to be undergoing a renaissance of sorts. There’s definitely a buzz about it. Books are …
A CHRONICLER’S STORY – Between Saint Lucia’s Independence and Grenada’s Revolution (Pt.2)
When I first joined the Crusader on April 1, 1976, I was a member of a small progressive political grouping …
Where’s the Love We Used to Have?
IT is amazing how time changes everything. While those my age were growing up, love seemed to be everywhere. There …
The 2025/2026 Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure – Let Your Voice Be Heard
LAST week, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre presented the 2025-2026 Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure
WASCO to Remedy Water Supply Shortage in Island’s North
Saint Lucians in the north of the island who have been enduring months of delays in their water supply from the Water and Sewerage Company (WASCO)…
Ms Edith Petra Jeffrey Nelson Appointed King’s Counsel in Recognition of Legal Excellence
The Women’s Parliamentary Caucus of Saint Lucia is celebrating the appointment of Ms Edith Petra Jeffrey Nelson as King’s Counsel—a …
Government Implementing Alternative Measures to Address US Tariffs Impact, Minister of Commerce
In response to the latest reforms in U.S. trade policies, Minister of Commerce Emma Hippolyte, who also chairs the Joint Ministerial Task Force on U.S. Tariffs…
Lions Club Internationale Donates Over 6,000 Eye Correction Equipment to Ministry of Equity
The Lions Club Internationale District 63 Zone based in Martinique has donated over 6,000 pieces of eye correction equipment to …
ILO Director-General to address the 13th ILO Meeting of Caribbean Labour Ministers
In a landmark first visit to Guyana, Mr. Gilbert F. Houngbo, Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO), will headline …
CPSO Holds Internal Discussions on the Impact of US Tariffs on CARICOM’s Private Sector
The CARICOM Private Sector Organization (CPSO) Technical Team met internally regarding a recent announcement by US President, Donald Trump of …
RSLPF Launches Probe into Coolie Town Homicide
On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at about 7:50 p.m., Police Officers from the Marigot Police Station responded to a report …
Saint Lucia Develops Two National Food Safety Standards
Chief Executive Officer of the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality, Dr. Sharonmae Smith Walker, has highlighted the importance …
Government Invests $500,000 in Youth-Driven Innovation Hub
Saint Lucia’s first-ever Innovation Hub is officially open for business. On March 31, 2025, Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre …
CDB Launches USD 500,000 SheTrades Caribbean Grow and Go Grant Facility to Support Women-Led Businesses
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB, the Bank) has officially launched the USD 500,000 SheTrades Caribbean Grow and Go Grant Facility, …
Family Easter Kite Flying Event Set for April 21
AN amazing Easter Kite Flying Festival is scheduled for April 21 (Easter Monday) at Pigeon Point, with stakeholders actively marketing …
Sherwin Gardner, Sanchez, Donaton, Shreffler and Others to Light Up Jazz Events
TRINIDADIAN gospel star Sherwin Gardner is set to perform at Bexon Jazz next month…
ESS Student Captures First Place for Souvenir Design
The Ministry of Tourism, Investment, Creative Industries, Culture and Information recently hosted the first-ever Souvenir Design Competition…
Saint Lucia-China Friendship Association Observed 20th Anniversary Honouring Founders and Preparing for Generational Transition
The Saint Lucia-China Friendship Association (SLCFA) hosted its 20th Anniversary Luncheon Reception and Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 30, 2025, …
SimplyHelp Foundation Donates 1,000 Pairs of an Assortment of Shoes
SimplyHelp Foundation has made yet another significant donation to Saint Lucians in need. This time around, the non-profit organization has …