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World Pulses Day – 2020

The dietary impact of pulses is today receiving international attention, through the support of the UN General Assembly. While the reference to a pulse is traditionally known to be associated with the body’s circulatory system, annually on February 10th, the significance of legumes are brought into focus through the observance of World Pulses Day. Pulses, more commonly referred to as legumes, are the edible seeds of leguminous plants cultivated for food. Dried beans, lentils and peas are the most commonly […]

February 11, 2020

Health

Refusal of Cruise Ship to Saint Lucia

Department of Health and Wellness clarifies the refusal of cruise ship to Saint Lucia The Department of Health & Wellness wishes to advise the public that based on information received from a cruise ship scheduled to visit Saint Lucia on Saturday, February 1, 2020, the decision was taken not to grant clearance to this vessel as there was an unusually high number of sick passengers on board. This decision was taken out of an abundance of caution for human health […]

February 3, 2020

Local News

February 3rd, 2020 Fuel Price Adjustments

The Public is hereby notified that in keeping with changes in international oil prices and Government’s application of the modified market pass-through petroleum pricing mechanism, the retail price of gasoline, diesel per gallon, LPG 20, 22 and 100 lb cylinders has changed. The retail price of kerosene and diesel per litre remains unchanged. The price changes take effect from Monday, February 3, 2020: GASOLINE increased from $2.91 to $2.96 per liter or $13.24 to $ 13.43 per gallon Kerosene remains […]

February 3, 2020

Accidents

Kobe Bryant 41, dies in helicopter crash

In an announcement met with shock internationally by sports enthusiasts, Legendary former Los Angeles shooting Guard Kobe Bryant has been declared dead as a result of a Sunday Morning helicopter crash, while reportedly en route to his daughters basketball game. The accident, which occurred in the community of Calabasas, claimed the lives of 9 passengers, including the 13 year old daughter of the basketball phenom, Gianna Byrant, Orange Coast College (OCC) baseball coach John Altobelli, his wife, Keri, and daughter, […]

January 27, 2020

Crime

Double Homicide in Boguis, Babonneau

Police have mounted an investigation into the circumstances surrounding a double homicide in Boguis Babonneau. The probe follows the discovery of the bodies of two young men in what has been described as a semi-remote area within the community on Saturday morning. The deceased have been identified as Thorne Sylvaine and Gavin Willie. Residents of Boguis, Babonneau, are reported to have heard gunshots being fired on Friday night shortly before midnight. Law enforcement officials are reported to have recovered one firearm […]

January 27, 2020

Local News

Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination 2020

Saint Lucia’s Tourism Product has received international acclaim yet again, with the announcement of the islands capture of the Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination 2020. The declaration was made at the 27th Annual World Travel Awards (WTA) held on January 20, 2020 in Nassau, Bahamas. Saint Lucia has won this award a record 11 times, with the most recent honour coming in 2019. World Travel Awards is the pre-eminent leader in the travel and tourism industry recognizing and upholding excellence across all sectors. Commenting on […]

January 22, 2020

Health

Department of Health and Wellness prepares for Coronavirus

Department of Health and Wellness prepares for new strain of Coronavirus The Department of Health and Wellness continues to monitor the alerts issued by the World Health Organization (WHO) in relation to a new strain of coronavirus discovered in central China. The virus has been linked to respiratory tract infections in China and according to WHO, current evidence suggests that person-to-person transmission is limited. As of Wednesday, January 21, 2020, it has spread to at least four other countries, including […]

January 22, 2020

Public Notice

NTRC invites you to Meet, Greet & Speak

National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC) invites you to, Meet, Greet & Speak. "Giving consumers a voice and service providers an avenue to respond’’ Date: Tuesday 21st January, 2020 Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM Venue: Human Resource Development Centre, Gros Islet Speak Up, Educate, Action! Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/590479701525882/ For more information: Telephone: 458-2035 Email: ntrc@ntrcslu.lc Website: www.ntrcslu.lc

January 13, 2020

Local News

Fuel Price Adjustments – January 2020

The Public is hereby notified that in keeping with changes in international oil prices and Government’s application of the modified market pass-through petroleum pricing mechanism, the retail price of kerosene and diesel has changed. The retail price of gasoline, LPG 20, 22 and 100 lb cylinders remains unchanged. The price changes take effect from Monday, January 13, 2020: GASOLINE remains unchanged at $2.91 per litre or $13.24 per gallon Kerosene increased from $1.79 to $1.83 per litre or $8.12 to […]

January 13, 2020