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Stock image depicting Saint Lucia drug seizure firearms, ammunition, and drugs recovery represented with caution tape and storage boxes. Image courtesy of RSLPF.

Saint Lucia Drug Seizure: RSLPF Uncovers Shocking Haul of Cannabis, Cocaine

January 5, 2025

RSLPF's relentless fight against crime leads to Saint Lucia drug seizure of cannabis, cocaine, and firearms in major operations. Castries,...

Fatal Gros Islet Highway collision showing a damaged red Suzuki Swift and blue Mitsubishi Sportero as investigators examine the scene.

Local News

Fatal Gros Islet Highway Collision Leaves 1 Dead

by Unitedpac

January 4, 2025

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Police probe fatal Gros Islet Highway collision as questions mount over road safety concerns. A fatal Gros Islet Highway collision...

An empty street in Vieux Fort, highlighting the quiet festive season and the ongoing Vieux Fort community challenges. Photo credit: Loop St. Lucia.

Local News

Vieux Fort Community Challenges: Residents Reflect on Festive Silence

by Unitedpac

January 4, 2025

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Quiet Festive Season Sparks Renewed Focus on Vieux Fort Community Challenges VIEUX FORT, Saint Lucia – Vieux Fort, St Lucia,...

Side-by-side images of Lincoln 'Skinny' Maynard in a gold-patterned suit and Richard Frederick, central figures in the Richard Frederick CDC eviction scandal.

Politics

Richard Frederick CDC Eviction Scandal: Widow’s Tragic Ordeal Shocks Saint Lucia

by Unitedpac

January 3, 2025 - Updated on April 6, 2025

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Outrage Mounts as Richard Frederick CDC Eviction Scandal Highlights Abuse of Power in Saint Lucia The eviction of a grieving...

Saint Lucia Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet reflects on 2024 challenges in a public setting, highlighting resilience and unity.

Politics

Chastanet Reflects on 2024 Challenges with Inspiring Message of Resilience

by Unitedpac

January 3, 2025

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Urging unity for 2025, Chastanet reflects on 2024 challenges and celebrates Saint Lucia’s resilience. Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet has described...

Obituary

Lincoln Skinny Maynard Passes Away: UWP Mourns Devoted Member

by Unitedpac

December 30, 2024 - Updated on December 31, 2024

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Lincoln Skinny Maynard Passes Away, Leaving UWP and Saint Lucia Mourning a Loyal Advocate Castries, Saint Lucia – The United...

Front view of TJ's Ultra Mart in Corinth, Saint Lucia, near the site of the Corinth shooting under police investigation for gun violence.

Crime

Corinth Shooting: Police Probe Urgent Case of Man Shot Over Threat

by Unitedpac

December 28, 2024

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Police Investigate Corinth Shooting as Gun Violence Grips Saint Lucia CASTRIES, Saint Lucia – A man sustained a gunshot wound...

Image of Nyaim Calendar, the victim in the Tragic Marc Road Homicide, Saint Lucia's 78th recorded killing of 2024.

Crime

Tragic Marc Road Homicide: St Lucia Records 78th Killing for 2024

by Unitedpac

December 28, 2024 - Updated on April 7, 2025

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Marc Road Homicide Under Investigation as Saint Lucia Faces Unprecedented Crime Levels in 2024 Bexon, Saint Lucia – Police have launched...

Side-by-side images of Philip J. Pierre and Richard Frederick during separate pre-cabinet briefings amid Saint Lucia crime and corruption crisis.

Commentary

Saint Lucia Crime and Corruption: Unmasking Political Dysfunction Amid Crisis

by Unitedpac

December 26, 2024 - Updated on February 19, 2025

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Delving into Saint Lucia Crime and Corruption: A Political Analysis CASTRIES, Saint Lucia — Saint Lucia is at a breaking...

Crumbling Gros Islet park infrastructure with damaged walls and overgrown vegetation, highlighting construction flaws.

Politics

Gros Islet Park Infrastructure Crumbles Amid Shocking Corruption Allegations

by Unitedpac

December 23, 2024 - Updated on January 7, 2025

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A Newly built Gros Islet park infrastructure falls apart, sparking outrage over alleged corruption. Gros Islet, Saint Lucia—The controversy surrounding...