Morne-Du-Don road, Castries. Cooper, who was shot in the leg in the process, is in a stable condition at the Victoria Hospital, Castries.

Shooting on Bourbon Street, Two got Shot
Police have launched an investigation into a shooting which occurred about 11:00pm on Sunday the 12th of December, 2009, at Hospital Road, Castries. It was reported that Sylvester James and Augustin Henry, both of Hospital Road, Castries, were shot in the neck and chest area respectively during an altercation with some other young men.

Another young man, Solomon Joseph of Hospital Road was also stabbed multiple times in the chest and back area during this incident. They were all taken to the Victoria Hospital where Sylvester James was admitted and Solomon Joseph and Augustin Henry were treated and discharged. No one has been arrested; however, police are continuing their investigation.
     

Residents rushed to the scene of the accident where the lifeless body of the victim lay in the underbrush. One relative says he witnessed the tragic mishap. The driver of the Dookies Trucking Service vehicle says he was driving at a very slow pace but the rope fastened around the equipment snapped and a barrel of wire fell of the truck.  The victim Moses Kangal, was rushed to the temporary St. Judes hospital located at the George Odlum Stadium where he was later pronounced dead.

National representative for CAFRA, Flavia Cherry, says although she had just returned to the island she felt strongly that she should throw her support behind the protest to keep Majorie’s place from being shut down. Communications Executive for the Concerned Citizens Committee, Therold Prudent, says the committee will not relent in its efforts to prevent the destruction of one local woman’s livelihood.

Members of the committee say they are growing increasing weary of the inaccessibility of the island’s beaches due to hotel developments. Supporters all sang along and danced to their theme song ‘Marching with Majorie’ and the classic refrain ‘The Beach is Mine’ from the popular Calypso. The message of the song Majorie says is one which should not be lost to listeners.

Supporters say the right thing for the government to do in this case, given the fact that Majorie has been operating in her spot for over twenty years, is to offer Majorie the option of buying the land or to lease it out to her.

when he journeyed to the island in support of the Wave Walk and Burn Fun Walk. Dr Ayo Adesanya thanked TOCO fro the gesture which he says will go a long way in empowering persons living with diabetes to take a measure of control in anaging the disease. He says with the necessary equipment to monitor their condition they could dramatically reduce the rate of diabetic complications. St. Lucia currently has the highest rate of diabetes per capita.

Big Boys Toys not only showcased classic cars but also model cars and planes with the team from Extreme Hobbies engaging in limited drag racing. Antone Modeste, is one proud owner of a classic car. Russel Lake says the next step is the establishment of a website to further encourage individuals’ appreciation of classic cars.

were reportedly exuberant about the charitable gesture. Jn Baptiste says the level of enthusiasm was evident during the handing over of the gift baskets. Foster care home in Soufriere was one of the beneficiaries of the school’s benevolence. The small institution caters for 8 orphans.

Sister Carmasista of the St. Lucy’s home thanked the organization for the benevolent donation. She says the institution does not only accommodate senior citizens but the less fortunate who have found themselves on skid row. The President of the Rotaract Club says the organization is duty-bound to provide assistance to those need especially during the holiday season.

Human Resource Manager Charmaine Anthony says the generosity extends beyond the celebration of the holiday season but is a demonstrable part of the company’s commitment to the institution The Administrators of the special needs school expressed gratitude to the mobile company for bestowing the gifts on the learning institution. The educators say the donation will have a significant impact on the Dunnottar School’s food program

Her son’s winning piece attracted talk show fodder with several callers asserting the essay was too sophisticated to have been written by a sixth grader. Charles says the controversy was unnecessary because knowledge of her son’s capabilities is well known around his school. Jamaiq too defended his winning essay.

Sponsors Pine Hill Dairy, Paradise Water and RCI say the decision to award Jamaiq winner of the competition was unanimous. Cyril Joseph Saltibus of Paradise Water in presenting Jamaiq with his laptop says he was impressed with the uniqueness of the work. Similar sentiments were echoed by the brand manager for Pine Hill juices.

As part of his prize Jamaiq got to celebrate his success with his family, peers and his teachers in a festive school party. Pine Hill plans to continue the competition in the future as a way of fostering greater love for the literary arts among the country’s youth.