Saint Lucia News

The new two-lane roadway at Hewanorra International Airport is expected to improve response times and enhance airfield safety.

Police arrested four individuals after intercepting a vehicle near Pigeon Island and recovering two pistols, ammunition and a firearm component during an early morning operation.

Saint Lucia’s Julien Alfred claimed bronze in the 60m at the 2026 World Indoor Championships, securing her fifth global medal.

Olympic champion Julien Alfred will take on a strong international field in the 60m event in Poland, aiming to add to her growing list of global titles.

New daily flights from London Gatwick to Hewanorra International Airport aim to boost tourism, but locals raise alarms over high prices and airline monopoly.

From jazz nights featuring Branford Marsalis Quartet to high-energy Caribbean Fusion with Kes the Band and Skip Marley, the festival promises a vibrant mix of local talent and international icons across music, gospel, and creative arts.

This injury was confirmed by Jady’s coach, Denise Herman, who said that she suffered a tear in her right hamstring.

The circumstances surrounding the emergency landing have not yet been confirmed, and it remains unclear what prompted the aircraft to come down.

Saint Lucian nationals will now need visas to enter or transit through the UK after Britain revoked the visa-waiver agreement.

Saint Lucia welcomed a record 37,691 stay-over visitors in January 2026, alongside strong growth in cruise passenger arrivals.

Alfred set a new meet record in the 60m final with 6.99 seconds, her second sub-seven-second run of the day.

During the visit, the delegation toured several agencies, including Winera, the Freezone Management Authority, Caribbean Grains, Brice and Company, and LUBECO.

JetBlue has introduced a second nonstop Saturday flight between Boston and Saint Lucia, expanding service amid rising travel demand.

Police in Castries sealed off the scene and began processing evidence after the body was discovered with what appeared to be a gunshot wound to the head.

The former NFL star and his wife spent time exploring Saint Lucia’s beaches, mountains and local cuisine during a romantic holiday.

Thousands of visitors kicked off the new year with this inaugural call, marking a significant milestone for the island.

Saint Lucia is preparing to welcome 23 cruise ships this week, bringing over 47,000 passengers to explore the island’s rich culture.

The resort is set to boost Saint Lucia’s economy through jobs, tourism growth, and ripple effects across multiple local industries.

The non-stop flight will expand the country’s airlift capacity and enhance travel options for visitors from Boston.

Speaking at the New Year’s address, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre said the agreement is non-binding, creates no automatic obligation, triggers no immediate action and does not change US visa policy for Saint Lucians.