Tola Diamonds, representing Tortola, delivered a strong performance in the recently concluded BYMS Softball Fast Pitch Tournament in St. Croix but fell short in the championship game, finishing as runners-up after an 8-0 loss to Rummerz of St. Thomas. Tortola earned their spot in the finals with an impressive 9-3 victory over the home team, … Continued
A claim for judicial review has been filed challenging the appointment of Eddy David Ventose as a Justice of Appeal to the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Justice Ventose was appointed to the appeals bench at the beginning of this year, during the concluding months of Dame Janice Pereira’s term as Chief Justice and Chair of … Continued
Caribbean Airlines Limited has advised that the company continues to work collaboratively with the Trinidad and Tobago Airline Pilots Association to resolve outstanding wage negotiations. On yesterday Monday December 9th, 2024, representatives of Caribbean Airlines and Trinidad and Tobago Airline Pilots Association met to advance discussions, and the signing of the agreement is said to … Continued
Caribbean Airlines has recently announced the start of its new service to the French island of Guadeloupe, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity. This new route, operating four (4) times per week via St. Lucia and Dominica, opens new opportunities for seamless travel and collaboration across the Caribbean. The … Continued
On the heels of COP29, Saint Lucia’s ambitious climate commitments are again in focus. The island has positioned itself as a regional leader in the fight against climate change, with its 2023-2030 National Energy Policy (NEP) setting an aggressive target of 50% renewable energy by 2030. These bold aspirations come against the backdrop of a … Continued
On December 3rd, Caribbean Airlines launched direct flights to the French Caribbean Island of Martinique, a significant step in the airline’s vision to connect the Caribbean seamlessly and sustainably. Flights between Trinidad and Tobago and Martinique will operate four (4) times weekly—on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Two (2) of these flights will be nonstop, … Continued
Caribbean Airlines has announced the launch of Caribbean Iere Mas (CIM), its first J’ouvert band, as part of the airline’s Caribbean Culture Program. This initiative celebrates the vibrant identity of the Caribbean region while providing an unforgettable experience for employees, customers, and Carnival enthusiasts alike. The CIM band promises an exciting, fun-filled, and safe J’ouvert … Continued
The 2024 General Election concluded on November 5 in the United States Virgin Islands, with unofficial results revealing voter turnout and top candidates in both the St. Thomas-St. John and St. Croix districts. In the St. Thomas-St. John District, turnout was notably low, with just 22.99% of registered voters casting 7,166 ballots. Milton E. Potter … Continued
Saint Lucia’s sprint sensation and reigning Olympic 100-metre champion Julien Alfred has been awarded the prestigious title of Best Female Athlete of the Paris 2024 Olympics by the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC). Alfred, who clinched gold in the women’s 100-metre and silver in the 200-metre at the Paris Games, received the honour on Wednesday during … Continued
Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Ebanks-Wilks and Turner, and Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden resigned from the Government effective immediately. Grand Cayman 31 Oct, 2024 – Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Turner and Ebanks[1]Wilks along with Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden announced today they had resigned from the UPM Government effective immediately. Former Deputy Premier and MP … Continued
