Bank of Saint Lucia (BOSL) is elated to announce its big win at the 2024 ECCU Bank of the Year Awards, where the Bank won in four of the six award categories. This year, Bank of Saint Lucia received top honours in the areas of Financial Education & Empowerment, Corporate Social Responsibility, Support to MSMEs, and the prestigious Distinguished Bank of the Year Award—a remarkable achievement highlighting its recently launched […]
The Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) proudly participated in the Caribbean Telecommunications Union’s (CTU) ICT Week 2024, held under the theme “Bridging Technologies for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future.” The event, hosted in St. Kitts and Nevis from 30th September to 4th October, showcased a range of activities aimed at highlighting advancements in information and communication technologies (ICTs) that contribute to a more connected, sustainable, and inclusive region. As part […]
The Water and Sewerage Company Inc. (WASCO) wishes to advise consumers in the northern region of the island to increase their water storage in preparation for an upcoming water supply interruption. On Thursday, October 10, 2024, WASCO will conduct repairs on the 24-inch raw water pipeline that supplies water from the John Compton Dam in Millet to Vanard. This maintenance is necessary to address long-standing issues on the aging pipeline, […]
interCaribbean Airways unveiled a custom-painted ATR 42-500 aircraft featuring the flag of Grenada on its tail during a ceremony at Maurice Bishop International Airport yesterday. The aircraft, registered as VQ-TGD and named "Spirit of Grenada" on its nose, symbolizes interCaribbean’s gratitude for the Government of Grenada's support. The unveiling ceremony was attended by Grenada's Prime Minister, Honourable Dickon Mitchell, Honourable, Lennox J. Andrews, Minister for Economic Development, Planning, Agriculture and Lands, Forestry, […]
Lucian Carnival 2024 climaxed with the national parade of the bands on Monday, July 15, and Tuesday, July 16. A total of 9 bands participated in this year’s national Parade of the Bands and 7 in the J’Ouvert Parade. The Carnival Planning and Management Committee held a press briefing on Wednesday, 17 July 2024 to announce the winners of this year’s cultural celebration. During the briefing, Deputy Commissioner of Police, […]
The 2024 Calypso Monarch is Dezral from the Fire One Calypso Tent. Dezral delivered two compelling performances of his songs ‘De Biggest Gun’, and ‘A Wish For Fish ‘, securing his place as King. With 7 former calypso monarchs and other extremely talented acts among the list of contenders for this year’s title, patrons and judges enjoyed outstanding performances from contenders, all contributing to a night of high-quality entertainment. The […]
Courts Babonneau Steel Orchestra has once again proven their musical genius by retaining their title as champions of the prestigious Republic Bank Panorama Competition. The orchestra delivered a captivating performance of Jaunty’s “We shall Hop” that mesmerized the audience and impressed the judges, securing their position as champions for the sixth consecutive year. The results of last night’s Panorama competition are as follows: Rank Steel Orchestra Points Rendition Winner Courts […]
In what was undeniably a memorable night for music, two new Soca Monarch kings have been crowned. Ricky T is the 2024 Power Soca Monarch and Sly, the Groovy Monarch. In his comeback to competition, Sly captured the Groovy Monarch title from 6-time Groovy Monarch, Arthur Allain with his patriotic rendition “Damn Proud Lucian”. For Ricky T, this new accolade marks the 23rd time that he has successfully captured a Soca […]
Inter-Commercial House Calypso Competition rocked the National Cultural Centre with scores of persons coming out to show support for the fifteen companies participating in this year’s competition. After a riveting performance of his song “The Pastor”, Erny J captured the 2024 Inter-Commercial Calypso title for the Saint Lucia Workers Credit Union. The order of winners of the 2024 Inter-Commercial Calypso Monarch competition are: 1st Place – Saint Lucia Workers Credit Union […]
The Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC) has announced new dates for several of the competitions listed under the National Events Calendar for Lucian Carnival as follows: Inter-Commercial Calypso Competition will now be held on Friday July 5th, from 6pm at the National Culltural Centre, making it the perfect after-work lime. Groovy & Power Soca Monarch Competition will now be held on Saturday July 6th, from 8pm at the SAB, Vigie. Junior Parade […]
