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Dialogue between the restaurant sector and authorities continue, as the industry reels from the covid-19 protocols outlined by the command center. Now officials have a time-frame in mind for a possible re-opening of the indoor dining experience.  

Saint Lucia’s covid-19 pandemic response suffered another setback on Monday. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has placed a level three travel advisory on Saint Lucia.  

Vieux Fort South hopeful, senator Hermangild Francis has helped La Tourney, Vieux-Fort woman put a roof over her head. The mother of three’s home was severely damaged by heavy rains.  

The senate on Thursday debated the government’s request to borrow us 20 million dollars to finance the nation’s response to the ongoing covid-19 pandemic. The sitting marked the return of independent senators Adrian Augier and Mauricia Thomas Francis, who had missed the previous senate sessions, due to personal reasons. At …

Covid-19 wardens have now been selected and will begin training come Monday November 30th. The wardens will be embedded with the police for hands-on experience in the rules of engagement and the execution of their duties in protocol enforcement.  

Cabinet has endorsed recommendations from the cannabis commission to expunge the criminal record of persons charged with unlawful possession of cannabis. National Security Minister Hermangild Francis says the amendment the rehabilitation of offenders to allow for this to happen.  

The metal work that once formed part of the stronghold protecting the Derek Walcott Square has been handed over to the St .Lucia National Trust. Director of the SLNT Bishnu Tulsie says the trust plans to incorporate the iron work into existing heritage sites.

The Government suspended theory and practical tests amid an outbreak of the deadly virus. Government officials, driving schools and examiners, reportedly formed a working committee to discuss how best to resume classes.  

The Sandals Foundation has contributed 200 tablets to support the online learning of vulnerable students. The foundation handed over the devices to students on Thursday.