‘Roro Pou Coco’ Wins Chanté Kwéyòl Song Competition 2025
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St. Lucia Times
'Roro Pou Coco' Wins Chanté Kwéyòl Song Competition 2025 - St. Lucia Times
DaGreat (Papi Joe) captures the spirit of Saint Lucian culture at Serenity Park Castries, Saint Lucia. On October 11th, 2025, the vibrant sounds of Kwéyòl music filled Serenity Park as sixteen artistes took the stage for the annual Chanté Kwéyòl Song Competition…
Catastrophic flooding claims 64 lives in Mexico
https://stluciatimes.com/173942/2025/10/catastrophic-flooding-claims-64-lives-in-mexico/
https://stluciatimes.com/173942/2025/10/catastrophic-flooding-claims-64-lives-in-mexico/
St. Lucia Times
Catastrophic flooding claims 64 lives in Mexico - St. Lucia Times
The death toll from last week's torrential rains in central and southeastern Mexico has risen sharply to 64, with 65 people still missing, according to Civil Defense Coordinator Laura Velázquez Alzúa.
34 Saint Lucian swimmers set to make a splash at OECS contest
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https://stluciatimes.com/173947/2025/10/34-saint-lucian-swimmers-set-to-make-a-splash-at-oecs-contest/
St. Lucia Times
34 Saint Lucian swimmers set to make a splash at OECS contest - St. Lucia Times
An experienced Saint Lucia national team will aim to arrest the nation’s recent slide when the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Swimming Championships take place next month.
US military strikes fifth suspected drug boat off Venezuelan coast
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https://stluciatimes.com/173945/2025/10/us-military-strikes-fifth-suspected-drug-boat-off-venezuelan-coast/
St. Lucia Times
US military strikes fifth suspected drug boat off Venezuelan coast - St. Lucia Times
President Trump announced on Tuesday that the U.S. military had carried out a strike on a small boat suspected of trafficking drugs in the international waters off the coast of Venezuela.
Driver to contest traffic ticket in Castries Traffic Court
https://stluciatimes.com/173950/2025/10/driver-to-contest-traffic-ticket-in-castries-traffic-court/
https://stluciatimes.com/173950/2025/10/driver-to-contest-traffic-ticket-in-castries-traffic-court/
St. Lucia Times
Driver to contest traffic ticket in Castries Traffic Court - St. Lucia Times
A Babonneau driver who was pulled over along the John Compton Highway back in July for ‘Contravening the Driving Code’ is heading to trial after challenging the charge in court.
PM announces plans for new police belts, double Youth Economy funding
https://stluciatimes.com/173958/2025/10/pm-announces-plans-for-new-police-belts-double-youth-economy-funding/
https://stluciatimes.com/173958/2025/10/pm-announces-plans-for-new-police-belts-double-youth-economy-funding/
St. Lucia Times
PM announces plans for new police belts, double Youth Economy funding - St. Lucia Times
Prime Minister Philip J Pierre has announced at this week’s pre cabinet that the government will “double the money available to the youth economy for grants” in the next budget, citing the program’s success in empowering young people across Saint Lucia.
Government pharmacies to shut down on October 17
https://stluciatimes.com/173961/2025/10/government-pharmacies-to-shut-down-on-october-17/
https://stluciatimes.com/173961/2025/10/government-pharmacies-to-shut-down-on-october-17/
St. Lucia Times
Government pharmacies to shut down on October 17 - St. Lucia Times
In a press release, the Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs advised all government pharmacies would be closed on October 17 to facilitate the staff’s attendance at a departmental training. The ministry asks the public to ensure their medication…
Felix draws support from ex-Labour allies amid online backlash
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https://stluciatimes.com/173963/2025/10/felix-draws-support-from-ex-labour-allies-amid-online-backlash/
St. Lucia Times
Felix draws support from ex-Labour allies amid online backlash - St. Lucia Times
Two political figures who previously served under Labour administrations have publicly defended Stanley Felix’s decision to contest the Castries Central seat as an independent candidate.Former SLP public relations officer Jadia Jn Pierre and ex-cabinet minister…
Saint Lucia prepares for La Magéwit Festival in Dennery
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https://stluciatimes.com/173971/2025/10/saint-lucia-prepares-for-la-magewit-festival-in-dennery/
St. Lucia Times
Saint Lucia prepares for La Magéwit Festival in Dennery - St. Lucia Times
The Cultural Development Foundation (CDF) has announced that this year’s La Magéwit (La Marguerite Flower Festival) will be held in La Resource, Dennery, on Friday, October 17, 2025, in honour of the Feast of Saint Marguerite Alacoque.
CCJ dismisses Chastanet’s appeal in Hilaire customs case
https://stluciatimes.com/173975/2025/10/ccj-dismisses-chastanets-appeal-in-hilaire-customs-case/
https://stluciatimes.com/173975/2025/10/ccj-dismisses-chastanets-appeal-in-hilaire-customs-case/
St. Lucia Times
CCJ dismisses Chastanet’s appeal in Hilaire customs case - St. Lucia Times
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has dismissed an appeal by Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet in a case linked to the withdrawal of customs charges that had been filed several years ago against Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ernest Hilaire.The ruling, delivered…
Two Saint Lucian stars return home on holiday
https://stluciatimes.com/173981/2025/10/two-saint-lucian-stars-return-home-on-holiday/
https://stluciatimes.com/173981/2025/10/two-saint-lucian-stars-return-home-on-holiday/
St. Lucia Times
Two Saint Lucian stars return home on holiday - St. Lucia Times
Saint Lucia's internationally acclaimed actor, Joseph Marcell, is enjoying a well-deserved visit to his homeland following a recent performance in Scotland.
ECSE announces Regional Schools Investment Competition
https://stluciatimes.com/173984/2025/10/ecse-announces-regional-schools-investment-competition/
https://stluciatimes.com/173984/2025/10/ecse-announces-regional-schools-investment-competition/
St. Lucia Times
ECSE announces Regional Schools Investment Competition - St. Lucia Times
The Eastern Caribbean Securities Exchange (ECSE), in collaboration with its partners, has announced the launch of the Regional Schools Investment Competition, a program designed to introduce high school and first-year college students to the world of investing.
Grassroots cricket takes centre stage — First-ever U13 tournament launched
https://stluciatimes.com/173986/2025/10/grassroots-cricket-takes-centre-stage-first-ever-u13-tournament-launched/
https://stluciatimes.com/173986/2025/10/grassroots-cricket-takes-centre-stage-first-ever-u13-tournament-launched/
St. Lucia Times
Grassroots cricket takes centre stage — First-ever U13 tournament launched - St. Lucia Times
The Saint Lucia National Cricket Association (SLNCA), in partnership with Laborie Credit Union, has launched a first-of-its-kind Under-13 Grassroots Tournament to foster the development of the next generation of Saint Lucian cricketers.
Financing secured for Castries–Gros Islet highway expansion
https://stluciatimes.com/173990/2025/10/financing-secured-for-castries-gros-islet-highway-expansion/
https://stluciatimes.com/173990/2025/10/financing-secured-for-castries-gros-islet-highway-expansion/
St. Lucia Times
Financing secured for Castries–Gros Islet highway expansion - St. Lucia Times
The Government of Saint Lucia has officially secured financing for the long-awaited expansion of the Castries–Gros Islet Highway, a major infrastructure project expected to ease traffic congestion and improve road safety.
Former Jamaican PM decries US drone strikes in Caribbean
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https://stluciatimes.com/173993/2025/10/former-jamaican-pm-decries-us-drone-strikes-in-caribbean/
St. Lucia Times
Former Jamaican PM decries US drone strikes in Caribbean - St. Lucia Times
Former Prime Prime Minister P. J. Patterson has issued a stark warning regarding recent United States drone attacks on vessels in Caribbean waters, calling the strikes a "fundamentally dangerous and horrible erosion" of the region's commitment to collective…
Hurdler Laurencin sets big goals for 2026
https://stluciatimes.com/173996/2025/10/hurdler-laurencin-sets-big-goals-for-2026/
https://stluciatimes.com/173996/2025/10/hurdler-laurencin-sets-big-goals-for-2026/
St. Lucia Times
Hurdler Laurencin sets big goals for 2026 - St. Lucia Times
Saint Lucian hurdler Aasia Laurencin, a double national record holder, is relocating to Florida A&M University to train under Garfield Ellenwood II, a move she hopes will sharpen her start and carry her to a medal at the World Indoors and Commonwealth Games.
Monchy Traditional Games Day brings community together
https://stluciatimes.com/174002/2025/10/monchy-traditional-games-day-brings-community-together/
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St. Lucia Times
Monchy Traditional Games Day brings community together - St. Lucia Times
Monchy Kwéyòl Committee hosted the second annual Festen Jwé, a traditional games festival featuring wawi, tiki tok, and kabouwe, aiming to strengthen community bonds and preserve Kwéyòl cultural heritage during October.
Sandals challenge surpasses £100,000 for neonatal care, pushes on for more
https://stluciatimes.com/174009/2025/10/sandals-challenge-surpasses-100000-for-neonatal-care-pushes-on-for-more/
https://stluciatimes.com/174009/2025/10/sandals-challenge-surpasses-100000-for-neonatal-care-pushes-on-for-more/
St. Lucia Times
Sandals challenge surpasses £100,000 for neonatal care, pushes on for more - St. Lucia Times
The Sandals Foundation’s 2025 Island Challenge has exceeded its £100,000 fundraising target for life-saving neonatal equipment at Saint Lucia’s Millennium Heights Medical Complex, with a multi-day endurance challenge set to run from October 17-20.
Jah Cure continues to make headlines
https://stluciatimes.com/174012/2025/10/jah-cure-continues-to-make-headlines/
https://stluciatimes.com/174012/2025/10/jah-cure-continues-to-make-headlines/
St. Lucia Times
Jah Cure continues to make headlines - St. Lucia Times
Reggae artist Siccature “Jah Cure” Alcock has once again sparked widespread discussion across social media and among members of the reggae community. Jah Cure's situation revives memories of the “Free Jah Cure” movement that gained momentum during his earlier…
Hilaire, UWP react to CCJ ruling in customs case
https://stluciatimes.com/174019/2025/10/hilaire-uwp-react-to-ccj-ruling-in-customs-case/
https://stluciatimes.com/174019/2025/10/hilaire-uwp-react-to-ccj-ruling-in-customs-case/
St. Lucia Times
Hilaire, UWP react to CCJ ruling in customs case - St. Lucia Times
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) dismissed Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet's appeal in the long-running customs case involving Dr. Ernest Hilaire's Land Rover, prompting Hilaire to claim vindication and the UWP to express concern over accountability.