A French contingent, including schools and optical companies from Martinique, collectively purchased over 4.200 pairs of recycled spectacles, including prescription glasses, sunglasses and frames, to donate to Saint Lucia's population

The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force seized 12,319 rounds of ammunition and twenty-one illegal firearms between April and June 2024; the RSLPF's official Facebook page described the seizures as 'impressive'

Arnott Valmont, a long-time Saint Lucia businessman and philanthropist, celebrated his 104th birthday this week; among the reasons for his longevity cited by family members are his frequent 'power naps', exercise and diet

Hurricane Beryl's fury in the Caribbean caused $XCD7 million (US$2.590.000) in damage to agriculture in St Lucia; banana and plantain sectors were the hardest hit, highlighting the urgent need for immediate support

Tourist arrivals in May broke one again the 2019 record; it is now 'almost impossible to book a hotel room or a flight', said Saint Lucia Minister of Tourism Dr Ernest Hilaire