NEW YORK, NY – Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga today celebrated the 10 year anniversary of the city’s landmark Paid Safe and Sick Leave Law. The law, which went into effect in April 2014, was historic in its scope, and now offers more than 3.8 million employees the legal right to […]
By LaTonya Linton | Jamaica Information Service The Government has allocated $150 million to facilitate the trucking of water and procurement and distribution of a limited amount of polyethylene tanks to communities that are experiencing water challenges due to the current dry conditions. Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, made the announcement in the […]
By Mickella Anderson-Gordon | Jamaica Information Service The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reporting a significant reduction in several categories of major crime during the first quarter of 2024 when compared to the same period in 2023. “Notably, murders have decreased by 13 per cent, shootings are down by four per cent, and rape cases […]
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, April 10, 2024 (Press Secretary, PMO) – The Prime Minister’s Office wishes to inform the public that the Honorable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, will be working abroad from Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, until Friday, April 19th, 2024. During this period, Prime Minister Drew has indicated […]
By Sheena Forde-Craigg Government has signed an Exchange of Notes agreement for the acquisition of electric buses with the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) of the People’s Republic of China. Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kerrie Symmonds, and CIDCA’s Chairman Luo Zhaohui, signed the agreement this morning at the Ministry’s Office, Culloden […]
In the digital age, where information is just a click away, it’s easy to overlook the significance of libraries and the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly within them. However, as we celebrate National Library Worker Day, it’s crucial to recognize the immense importance and impact of these unsung heroes who play a pivotal role in […]
Prime Minister of Saint Lucia Philip J Pierre is in Brussels, Belgium to engage in discussions with the European Commission and European Parliament regarding international migration matters. Specifically, the talks will focus on proposed changes to the Schengen Visa-Free Regime and how they may impact countries that have investor citizenship programs, like Saint Lucia. Saint […]
When the sun sets on St. Lucian Fridays, a village on the lush island’s northernmost tip becomes the hottest locale in the Caribbean. A favorite vacation spot for celebs like Chloe Bailey and Kevin Hart, Saint Lucia is perhaps best known for her refreshing blue waters, luxe resorts, clear views of the night sky and […]
Renowned restaurateur Tasha Cyril of The Tasha Belle Group recently unveiled her latest culinary venture, J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen, and Bar. “J’ouvert,” pays homage to Cyril’s favorite St. Lucian Carnival festival, known for its early morning festivities. The restaurant features diverse flavors of the Caribbean, drawing inspiration from Cyril’s St. Lucian roots. Located in Uptown Atlanta, […]
The Caribbean Development Bank’s Cultural and Creative Industries Innovation Fund (CIIF) will be re-launched on April 10th. CIIF grew out of an initial pilot and will continue its dedicated support to the cultural and creative industries in the Bank’s 19 Borrowing Member Countries. Speakers at the re-launch will be Therese Turner Jones, Vice President – […]