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| Friday, August 28, 2009 1:14 PM |
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News Stories- August 28th 2009
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Murder In Cap Estate
Story by
Carmy Joseph |
Gun shots at approximately 9PM alerted the upscale community of Becun Point. When the smoke cleared – a Bamboo Road resident named Steven John - would lie dead in his silver convertible Mercedes Benz. John died after he was shot in the head – eye-witnesses report seeing three shell casings at the scene. We spoke to Crime Chief – Vernon Francois – on the murder scene. He says Police were called to the residence at 9PM – the |
same time they estimate John died. John – a familiar face in Gros-Islet and Pigeon Island - was the proprietor of NuLook boutique on Brazil Street in Castries. The clothing store remained close on Thursday – one day after he was killed. Francois says although statements have been taken from neighbours – Police still require additional assistance from the public.
John was declared dead at the scene by Medical Examiner – Dr Stephen King – he was transported from the area in the early hours of Thursday morning by the Rambally Funeral Home. No one has been arrested in connection with this incident, however investigations continue. A post mortem examination will be performed at a later date. |
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Kenny Makes A Call To Arms
Story By
Winston Springer |
Leader of the Opposition Dr. Kenny Anthony cites the government’s handling of the Tuxedo Villas affair as the Rubicon moment that has precipitated the call for a national day of protest. In a recorded national televised address aired on most local stations on Wednesday night, the Leader of the St. Lucia Labor Party says the time has come to take decisive action to change the government through agitation and protest. |
Dr. Anthony sought to make his case for the protest by referring to what he says are examples and instances of the untruths, misdeeds, indiscretions and incompetence of the present UWP government. He says the King administration has no moral authority and the where with all to handle the impact of the complex global socio-economic crises.
The Opposition leader acknowledges that the previous SLP government was not without fault. However, Dr. Anthony claims under the former regime the level of confidence and competence was unquestionable. The Opposition Leader says the SLP plans to host numerous town hall meetings across the island leading up to the protest on September 3rd. He vows the campaign for regime change will be a sustained effort. Meanwhile – the SLP will host a political meeting on the Castries Market Steps this evening from 7PM where a number of topics are expected to be discussed including the IMF issue and Tuxedo Villas.
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Call To Come Home
Story By
Alison Kentish |
Homecoming 2010 will coincide with the 14th Biennial Convention of Saint Lucian Overseas Associations. The event is scheduled for July next year – but activities will begin with a church service on Sunday. The national event is being organised by the Homecoming Committee – with Ambassador Dr. June Soomer at the helm. Dr. Soomer says it is only fitting for the activities to begin with prayer. |
A resounding theme of Homecoming 2010 is giving back. The Event’s Finance Committee Chair – Jean Francois Sonson says it is not limited to money. He says Saint Lucians resident overseas will be encouraged to invest their time, skills and resources into nation building.
One of the highlights of the week is a panel discussion on reintegrating Saint Lucians living overseas in sustainable national development – through partnerships. Dr. Soomer says it is the type of discussion that is at the heart of Homecoming 2010. The week of activities will include a national address by Prime Minister Stephenson King. The official opening will include the unveiling of the event’s logo and theme song.
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Karib Kable Land Lines
Story By
Carmy Joseph |
Saint Lucia’s newest telecoms company – Karib Cable announced Thursday its land line service is up and running. The new service will break one of the longest running monopolies in the history of the local telecoms industry. Karib Cable is already a player in the cable and internet business here. The Company’s Business Development Manager – Len Hornsey says it took fifteen months to launch a modern home-phone |
solution with superior rates and quality. The Company is partnering with Digicel to offer the fixed line service. Hornsey says all interconnection issues with other providers have been resolved as well. He says rates will be competitive. Company officials say Karib Cable is in Saint Lucia for the long haul. They are also established in Saint Vincent and Antigua. The company has been in the Vincentian market for a decade and the Antiguan market four.
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Kiwanis Help Out
Story By
Alison Kentish |
For over two decades the Kiwani’s Club has been providing students with books – as part of its Primary School Book Project. The project’s donations are valued at over $150,000. This year, students from five primary schools will benefit from the project. Kiwanis representative – Peter Alexander says it is part of the organization’s interest in education and the youth. Alexander appealed to parents to monitor their children’s |
academic performance. The book recipients were chosen by the school’s principal. Janice Joseph says many students will enter the new school year without the supplies they need. She says Thursday’s donation will ensure that five students are better prepared for next week’s school reopening. This year’s book launch project is sponsored by Caribbean Metals Limited. The Company’s Sales and Marketing Manager – Ingrid Charles says Caribbean Metals is supporting a worthwhile cause.
The Kiwanis Club held similar donations at the Vieux Fort, Saltibus Combined, Soufriere and Fond St. Jacques Primary Schools. Twenty five students received assistance as part of the programme. |
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Photovoltaic Site
Story By
Alison Kentish |
As part of the Environmental Management Fund sponsored project, solar panels have been installed at three locations on the Island, to demonstrate the contribution of small-scale renewable energy power producers to the Island’s main electricity grid. The solar cells convert solar energy directly into electricity. The first pilot demonstration site was the National Trust Building at Pigeon Island. Last week, officials toured the second site – the Vendor’s Arcade. |
Thomas Scheutzlich is the Principal Advisor at the Caribbean Renewable Energy Programme. He says the programme is about promoting renewable energy. The Banana Industry Trust is spearheading the project. The Trust’s Executive Officer – Bertram Clarke says the site visits ensure the equipment is tested and project’s commissioning phase is completed. Clarke says the next phase involves entering into an agreement with the Island’s lone electricity company to connect to the Island’s main electricity grid.
The third pilot demonstration site is Campus B of the Vieux Fort Secondary School. The first photovoltaic project was undertaken in 1999 in the community of Bouton. It was the first time an independent system brought 24 hour electricity to the school and community centre in the Soufriere community. |
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Distillers Scholarship
Story By
Carmy Joseph |
Saint Lucia Distillers awards scholarships to children of its employees and children who live near its operations in Roseau. The other requirement for the awards is success at the Common Entrance exams. Personnel Officer – Shana Clifford – encouraged the students to focus on their education. She also outlined the history of the scholarship program and what it entails. |
Entertainer and recording artist AG Simpson spoke on behalf of the gathered parents and guardians. He thanked the Distillers Managing Director for instituting a scholarship program that benefited not only his staff but the people of Roseau. His daughter Neige Simpson is a student of the Saint Joseph’s Convent. Four students received the scholarship for the first time – 16 students were already part of the program. The scholarship presentation took place at the Distillers office in Roseau.
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La Clery Pageant
Story By
Carmy Joseph |
The eight participants of the ms la Clery teen pageant received their just rewards this past Sunday. Organizers held a prize giving ceremony to reward them and discuss the finer points of the competition. The pageant has the rise foundation as one of its main sponsors and supporters. Dr Stephen king credited pageant organizers for a devise that promotes community and self building. |
The main organizer of the event is soca artiste and La Clery resident – q-Pid. She explained her reasons for hosting the event – one that was more challenging than she anticipated – is her interest in instilling positive values in the young. She also thanked her team and sponsors for making the annual event a success. The pageant like the prize giving ceremony was endorsed by Prime Minister Stephenson King – the parliamentary representative for La Clery. The event was held in the ballroom of the sandals halcyon.
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