Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival 2025 was characterized by a slow opening and a strong close, some logistic issues that authorities pledged to solve for next year, and the announcement of a broader, more inclusive and accessible 2026 edition

Eddie Bellas, a Saint Lucian musician has returned to his homeland deported from the US after 25 years there; to rebuild his life and reunite with his four children he launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise US$47 000 to for his legal battles

Coconut vendors near Castries Market are calling for licensing and regulations following social media allegations claiming some dilute bottled coconut water or use unsanitary practices; many are frustration over a few dishonest harming reputation of most

Saint Lucia has initiated a comprehensive reclassification of the public service to modernise recruitment standards, align job roles with required skills and address fairness in promotions, particularly within the police, fire and correctional services

Former magistrate and politician Dr Velon John,83, presented his latest book ‘Ramblings of a Mind and Pulsations of a Heart’ calling for changing the flag and dismantling of Colonial Vestiges; proceeds from sales fund scholarships for Laborie students