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Saint Lucia joins the Global Movement to Fight Breast Cancer

Saint Lucia – The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs together with the rest of the world observes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and intensifies public health education to improve awareness among women of the importance of screening, the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and to understand the importance of early detection […]

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Older Persons Around Saint Lucia Recognized and Celebrated for Invaluable Contributions to Families, Communities and Society

Saint Lucia – Wednesday, October 1st, was observed globally as International Day of Older Persons. With this in mind and joining the global community, the Elderly Affairs Unit within the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs joined forces with the Saint Lucia Social Development Fund (SSDF) to observe this day. The global observance of […]

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Forestry Department Safeguards Saint Lucia’s Endemic Species During Creole Heritage Month

Saint Lucia – During the observance of creole heritage month, the Forestry Department informs the public that according to the Wildlife Protection Act it remains illegal to take, or hunt protected and partially protected wildlife. Protected wildlife includes the Agouti, Opossum (also known as the Manicou), the Saint Lucia Iguana and Boa Constrictor. These species […]

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Brantley: Airport development is proceeding at pace  

By Vernan George Premier Mark Brantley affirmed at his most recent press conference that the Vance Amory International Airport expansion project is moving forward at a steady pace. “The airport development is proceeding at pace. Our consultant, Perez Arc, has completed and handed over the designs for the new fire station and road alignments. The […]

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PM: SKN ‘studying’ CARICOM Free Movement framework 

Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew has indicated that the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is carefully reviewing the CARICOM free movement initiative to ensure that the interests of smaller member states are safeguarded. Speaking on the matter, Dr. Drew acknowledged that while the initiative aims to strengthen regional integration, there are still key considerations […]

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A Transformational Vision for Nevis’ Future

Founder Olivier Janssens Unveils “Destiny” Project Founder of the “Destiny” project, Olivier Janssens, has unveiled an ambitious vision to transform the southern corridor of Nevis into a world-class, sustainable development that he says will bring prosperity, jobs, and opportunity, while preserving the island’s natural beauty. In a presentation to Nevisians and Kittitians, Janssens, who has […]

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