June 16, 2026 No comments
Cultuurfonds Caribisch Gebied strengthens cultural partnerships across the SSS Islands
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Cultuurfonds Caribisch Gebied (CCG) recently concluded a working visit to Saba, St. Eustatius and Sint Maarten, strengthening relationships with cultural stakeholders, supporting project development and exploring new opportunities for cultural investment across the region. The visit culminated in two key highlights on Sint Maarten: the introduction of the Fonds op Naam (FoN) concept to the business community and the presentation of the 2026 CCG Culture Prize to EPIC (Environmental Protection in Sint Maarten). Throughout the week, the CCG team met with artists, cultural organizations, heritage practitioners, educators and community leaders through a series of information sessions, project consultations and stakeholder meetings across the three islands. Supporting Cultural Development On Saba and St. Eustatius, discussions focused on heritage preservation,...
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June 16, 2026 No comments
Successful No Mas No More Work Conference Held in Sint Maarten and St. Eustatius
SINT MAARTEN/SINT EUSTATIUS - From June 8 to 12, 2026, members of the No Mas No More (NMNM) working group gathered in Sint Maarten and St. Eustatius for their annual work conference. The conference brought together representatives from Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, St. Eustatius, Sint Maarten, and the Dutch ministries of Health, Welfare and Sport (VWS), Education, Culture and Science (OCW), and Justice and Security (JenV). The goal was to strengthen cooperation in combating domestic violence and child abuse. During the week, participants worked on topics such as the future ratification and implementation of the Istanbul Convention, temporary barring orders, inter-island cooperation for victim support and early detection of risk factors related to gender-based violence. In addition, participants worked on agreements for a...
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June 16, 2026 No comments
It’s Time to Count the Cost
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Almost everyone knows the feeling of starting a project with good intentions. A home renovation. A new business idea. A community project. At the beginning, the goal is clear, the energy is high, and the belief is there that things will work out along the way. Now imagine a developer who starts building without fully calculating the total cost. He has money available, so the first phase begins. Workers are hired, materials are ordered, and consultants are brought in to help guide the process. At first, everything seemed manageable. But as the project continues, the real cost becomes harder to see. More money is needed for materials. Delays require extra labor. Mistakes have to be corrected. Some agreements were...
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June 16, 2026 No comments
KPSM Arrests Four Suspects and Confiscates Two Firearms
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) continues its efforts to combat gun and drug-related crimes across the island. As part of these ongoing operations, officers carried out a successful intervention during the early morning hours of Sunday, June 14, 2026. At approximately 2:10 a.m., police officers encountered a small white vehicle driving in a suspicious manner. Upon seeing the police patrol, the driver speeded up, prompting officers to pursue the vehicle in order to conduct a traffic stop. The vehicle was subsequently stopped and found to be occupied by four individuals: three males and one female. Officers carried out a control on the vehicle based on firearm and narcotics laws. During the control and search of...
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June 15, 2026 No comments
USM Celebrates Academic Excellence at 32nd Commencement Exercise
SINT MAARTEN (POND ISLAND) – The University of St. Martin (USM) proudly celebrated the achievements of its graduates during its Thirty-Second Commencement Exercise, honoring degree recipients, GED graduates, ESL certificate recipients, faculty, and outstanding student leaders during a memorable evening of academic recognition and celebration. Held under the theme “Empowered by Knowledge, Driven by Purpose,” the ceremony brought together family members, friends, faculty, staff, alumni, government officials, and distinguished guests to recognize the accomplishments of students who successfully completed their educational journeys. The evening opened with welcoming remarks from President of the University of St. Maarten Foundation, Mrs. Valerie Giterson-Pantophlet, who congratulated the graduates on reaching this important milestone and encouraged them to use their education to make meaningful contributions to society. A...
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