The Ministry of Health received donation from CIBC First Caribbean Bank aimed COVID-19 vaccination campaign in Saint Lucia

The Ministry of Health recently received a donation of EC$90,000 EC dollars from CIBC First Caribbean Bank aimed at enhancing the COVID-19 vaccination campaign in Saint Lucia. Country Head of CIBC First Caribbean International Bank, Nigel Ollivierre said CIBC remains committed to continue partnering with the Ministry of Health to help fight the COVID-19 pandemic. … Read more

Another massive volcanic explosion happening now in St Vincent

By News7842020 (By Ernesto Cooke) – Explosive eruption at La Soufriere reported at 4:49 pm. Ashfall expected at the south and west of the island. Instructions Protect yourself against ash falls, limit your driving, reduce ash in your home by keeping doors and windows closed and protect your eyes. Stay away from the Red Volcano Hazard … Read more

Saint Lucia helps 136 Stranded Agricultural Workers

Saint Lucia helps 136 Stranded Agricultural Workers By Chastanet Facebook Page [DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] The Government of Saint Lucia is providing assistance to one hundred and thirty-six (136) OECS citizens, who are part of the seasonal agricultural workers’ programme, as they were stranded in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, as a result of the eruption of the … Read more

No increased in volcanic activity has been recorded in St Lucia

No increased in volcanic activity has been recorded in St Lucia By Chastanet Facebook Page [DISPLAY_ULTIMATE_SOCIAL_ICONS] These are some updated photos from the UWI Seismic Research Centre as they continue to monitor the ongoing situation in St Vincent and the Grenadines. You can remain updated on the status of the volcano by followingUWI Seismic Research … Read more

Ministry of Equity continues its response to vulnerable groups in Saint Lucia

In February 2021, the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, Local Government and Empowerment distributed four hundred (400) food packages to beneficiaries of the Child Disability Grant and Persons Living with HIV/AIDS. This initiative constitutes part of the government’s recovery and resilience strategies that form part of the national response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The Ministry … Read more

Central Statistical Office to celebrate International Open Data Day

On Saturday 6 March, 2021, the Central Statistical Office joins Open Data Watch (ODW) in celebrating International Open Data Day. This annual event promotes awareness and use of open data. The 2020/21 Open Data Inventory (ODIN) is the fifth edition of the index compiled by Open Data Watch. ODIN provides an assessment of the coverage … Read more

Ezra Long Laboratory reverts to 24-hour COVID-19 PCR testing

Today Wednesday March 3, 2021 the Ezra Long Laboratory reports that the backlog which was experienced during the month of January and February 2021 has been completely cleared up and reverts to the 24 hour turnaround time for COVID-19 PCR testing. The Ezra Long Laboratory has finalized the processes to increase the testing capacity over … Read more