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Two weeks after his passing, Saint Lucia’s celebrated artist and muralist Sir Dunstan St. Omer was laid to rest. An official funeral service was held at the minor basilica of the immaculate conception on Wednesday May 20th.

The Vieux-Fort South Disaster Committee and NEMO used a disaster risk reduction exercise to shore-up the capabilities of communities susceptible to natural disasters. The exercise sought to educate participants on reducing hazards through systematic efforts.

The two men charged in connection with a major cocaine bust last week appeared before the First District Court in Castries on Tuesday May 19th. The men’s attorneys say they will fight the charges.

As more finance and accounting professionals weigh in on the 2015 estimates of expenditure, a common concern being expressed involves the lack of initiative to jump start investment. President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of the Caribbean Frank Myers says after 3 years of negative growth, what the economy …

The tributes continue to pour in for the late Sir Dunstan St. Omer. The body of the celebrated muralist and painter lay in state on Tuesday, as cultural and educational institutions host events in honour of his life and works.

A young father of 2 was pronounced dead at Victoria Hospital on Saturday night, shortly after his motor-cycle collided with a pick-up truck on the Bexon highway. This latest fatality on that thorough-fare has again sparked concerns about road safety. The victim’s girlfriend says the family is having a rough …

1st National Bank has taken another step to advance its objective of getting more St. Lucians to become land-owners. A campaign called 1st Choice is promising a 48-hour approval on car and land loans and more affordable deals on land purchases.

Courts gave back to two families affected by the February Lastic Hill fire. The families whose homes were ravaged in the great blaze were recipients of beds, drawers and refrigerators.

The Vieux-Fort Comprehensive Secondary School recently hosted a video and poster competition. The competition sought to highlight the vital role of substance abuse prevention in both individuals and the community.

The St. Mary’s College on Sunday held a special mass at the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception to commemorate the storied school’s 125th anniversary. There is host of activities aimed at highlighting the school’s immeasurable contributions to St. Lucia’s development.