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Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell takes part in B.U.C. Conference on Sustainable Coexistence within the Kingdom

October 08, 2025 No comments

Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell takes part in B.U.C. Conference on Sustainable Coexistence within the Kingdom

THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – The Hon. Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, Minister Plenipotentiary of Sint Maarten, recently participated in the BeNeLux University Centre (B.U.C.) Conference at The Hague City Hall. The central theme of the conference was: “Perspectives on Sustainable Coexistence within the Kingdom.” During the discussions, key propositions were explored on topics such as the mobility of professionals within the Kingdom, the power of art and culture in bridging differences, and the development of a new economic mindset rooted in shared values. From Sint Maarten’s perspective, Minister Arrindell emphasized the importance of intergenerational mobility and long-term structural collaboration between the countries of the Kingdom. She highlighted Sint Maarten’s proactive efforts to connect and empower young professionals through concrete initiatives: “Intergenerational mobility is...

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SMMC to provide free breast cancer screenings on October 25

October 07, 2025 No comments

SMMC to provide free breast cancer screenings on October 25

SINT MAARTEN (CAY HILL) - On Saturday, October 25th, 2025, St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) will host its annual breast cancer screenings in collaboration with the Positive Foundation and the Elektralytes Foundation. From 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, attendees have the opportunity to receive free clinical breast exams carried out by SMMC’s Medical Specialists and local General Practitioners. In addition to breast cancer screenings for women, SMMC will also offer free blood pressure and blood glucose monitoring and the St. Maarten AIDS Foundation will provide free, confidential HIV testing. Partners for the event are Guardian Group, SZV Social and Health Insurances, FLOW, St. Maarten AIDS Foundation, American University of the Caribbean (AUC), Still Beautiful Foundation. The Positive and Elektralytes Foundations have also...

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Stuart Johnson Joins Supervisory Board of Saba Bank Resources N.V.

October 07, 2025 No comments

Stuart Johnson Joins Supervisory Board of Saba Bank Resources N.V.

SABA (THE BOTTOM) - Stuart Johnson has been confirmed as a member of the Supervisory Board of Directors of Saba Bank Resources N.V. In this capacity, Mr. Johnson serves as the representative of Saba, a role that has been approved by the Executive Council of Saba, the Executive Council of St. Eustatius, and the Councils of Ministers of Sint Maarten and Curaçao. Saba Bank Resources N.V., established in 1976, plays a vital role in the Dutch Caribbean’s energy and resource management landscape. Its Supervisory Board comprises representatives from Saba, St. Eustatius, Sint Maarten, Curaçao, and the Netherlands, working collaboratively to ensure the responsible stewardship of the region’s shared natural resources. In reflecting on his appointment, Mr. Johnson expressed both gratitude...

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Detectives and Police Investigate Tuesday afternoon Armed Robbery

October 07, 2025 No comments

Detectives and Police Investigate Tuesday afternoon Armed Robbery

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – Sint Maarten Police Force (KPSM) officers and detectives are currently investigating an armed robbery that took place just before 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, at a jewelry store located in a marina in the Point Blanche area. After committing the robbery, the suspects fled the scene in a small green vehicle in the direction of Sucker Garden. Police patrols and detectives are presently conducting a search in the area for the suspects.  Additional information will be provided as the investigation progresses. The Sint Maarten Police Force urges anyone with information about this incident to contact the Police Force at +1 (721) 542-2222, the anonymous tip line 9300, or in case of emergency, call 911.

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Governor Baly announces speakers 2025 Governor’s Symposium

October 07, 2025 No comments

Governor Baly announces speakers 2025 Governor’s Symposium

SINT MAARTEN (HARBOUR VIEW) - Governor of Sint Maarten, His Excellency A.G. Baly, LL.M., today announced the speakers for the 12th Annual Governor’s Symposium. The distinguished group of experts who will address this year’s event, themed “15 Years of Constitutional Autonomy: Achievements, Lessons, and Prospects,” represents diverse fields including law, governance, economics, and social development. The Symposium will take place on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in Cupecoy. The distinguished group of experts for this year's Symposium include: Franklyn Richards, a legal scholar, and Lieutenant Governor of the former Island Territory of Sint Maarten (2000–2010), continues to contribute to national institutions through leadership roles at the Progress Committee, the Sint Maarten Volunteer...

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Prime Minister Mercelina: “15 Years of Resilience – Sint Maarten Continues to Rise, No Matter the Storm”

Prime Minister Mercelina: “15 Years of Resilience – Sint Maarten…

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) — As Sint Maarten commemorates the...

October 10, 2025 No comments

NAGICO Insurances Opens Doors for Student Career Exploration during Shadow Week

NAGICO Insurances Opens Doors for Student Career Exploration during Shadow…

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - NAGICO Insurances proudly hosted Shadow...

October 10, 2025 No comments

Postponement of the 2025 Governor’s Symposium Due to Tropical Storm Jerry

Postponement of the 2025 Governor’s Symposium Due to Tropical Storm…

SINT MAARTEN (CUPECOY) — His Excellency Governor of Sint Maarten,...

October 09, 2025 No comments

Govt Embarks on Digital Transformation: Awareness and Co-Design for Civil Servants at Stakeholders’ Engagement

Govt Embarks on Digital Transformation: Awareness and Co-Design for Civil…

SINT MAARTEN (CAY HILL) - The Government of Sint Maarten,...

October 09, 2025 No comments

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Simpson Bay Branch Reopening Part of Telem’s Broader Transformation

October 09, 2025

Simpson Bay Branch Reopening Part of Telem’s Broader Transformation

SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) — Telem Group will officially reopen its Simpson Bay Branch starting Tues...

Former school bus driver convicted of grooming a minor

October 09, 2025

Former school bus driver convicted of grooming a minor

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Court of First Instance on Thursday convicted C.F. for grooming a min...

VROMI Issues Immediate Stop and Removal Order for Illegal Construction and Occupation at Soualiga Drive 16

October 09, 2025

VROMI Issues Immediate Stop and Removal Order for Illegal Construction and Occupation at Soualiga Drive 16

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrast...

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Solemn Public meeting of Parliament Commemorating the 15th Anniversary of Country Status

October 09, 2025

Solemn Public meeting of Parliament Commemorating the 15th Anniversary of Country Status

SINT MAARTEN (PHILIPSBURG) - The House of Parliament will sit in a Solemn Public meeting on Monday, ...

SXM Achievers Toastmasters Member Spotlight

October 09, 2025

SXM Achievers Toastmasters Member Spotlight

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - SXM Achievers Toastmasters shared this month’s profile of a member of the...

Successful Testing Marks Major Step Toward Launch of New Online Residence Permit System

October 09, 2025

Successful Testing Marks Major Step Toward Launch of New Online Residence Permit System

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Ministry of Justice, through the Immigration and Border Protection Se...

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Minister of VSA statement on World Mental Health Day

October 10, 2025 No comments

Minister of VSA statement on World Mental Health Day

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – On Friday, October 10, 2025, to mark World Mental Health Day, the Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor Richinel Brug released the following statement: Me...

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CPS: World Mental Health Day – Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies

October 09, 2025 No comments

CPS: World Mental Health Day – Mental Health in Humanitarian Emergencies

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – Friday 10 October marks World Mental Health Day around the world under the theme, “Mental health in humanitarian emergencies.” World Mental Health Day serves as a p...

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Former Governor Drs. Holiday to deliver Keynote address at 2025 Governor’s Symposium

October 09, 2025

Former Governor Drs. Holiday to deliver Keynote address at 2025 Governor’s Symposium

SINT MAARTEN (HARBOUR VIEW) — The former and first Governor of Sint Maarten, Drs. Eugene B. Holiday,...

Bridging the Gap Between Education and the Labour Market: Round Table Conference

October 08, 2025

Bridging the Gap Between Education and the Labour Market: Round Table Conference

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On Friday, October 3, 2025, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth and...

Constitution Day on October 13th marks 15 years of Country status within the Dutch Kingdom

October 08, 2025

Constitution Day on October 13th marks 15 years of Country status within the Dutch Kingdom

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – In celebration of the 15th Anniversary of achieving the political status ...

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Island Pet Shop: For All Pet Lovers. A Wide Selection of Pet Care Items. Regional Export

October 10, 2025 No comments

Island Pet Shop: For All Pet Lovers. A Wide Selection of Pet Care Items. Regional Export

SINT MAARTEN (COLE BAY) - Island Pet Shop located on the Union Road in Cole Bay has everything you need for your pets. They provide the best services, products, and advice to pet lovers, and also cate...

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Cabana Bar & Restaurant Described as Outstanding. Stop by any day of the week

October 10, 2025 No comments

Cabana Bar & Restaurant Described as Outstanding. Stop by any day of the week

SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) - Lee from Michigan U.S.A. described Cabana Bar & Restaurant located at Hilton Vacation Club Royal Palm Resort near the Simpson Bay Bridge in his Tripadvisor review as outst...

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NAGICO Insurances (Business, Personal) – Fast, Fair & Always There

October 10, 2025 No comments

NAGICO Insurances (Business, Personal) – Fast, Fair & Always There

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The NAGICO Group has been in existence since 1982 and provides a myriad of property and casualty as well as life products and risk solutions to its customers, who are situat...

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NAPA: Your one stop shop for all your auto, truck, and marine needs. Check US Out Today!

October 10, 2025 No comments

NAPA: Your one stop shop for all your auto, truck, and marine needs. Check US Out Today!

SINT MAARTEN (COLE BAY/PHILIPSBURG) – With over 600,000-part numbers available, NAPA St. Maarten services more than just the needs of auto and truck owners. NAPA St. Maarten excels in 'special-order'...

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VROMI and KPSM Address Illegal Dumping of Large Container Near Sanitary Landfill Entrance

October 08, 2025

VROMI and KPSM Address Illegal Dumping of Large Container Near Sanitary Landfill Entrance

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrast...

SHOWME Caribbean Partners with WMVision to Deliver Caribbean Live Content to Global Media

October 08, 2025

SHOWME Caribbean Partners with WMVision to Deliver Caribbean Live Content to Global Media

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - SHOWME Caribbean, the Caribbean's premier provider of high-definition des...

Introducing NAGICARE Smart Health – Affordable, All-in-One Medical Insurance Designed Just for You

October 08, 2025

Introducing NAGICARE Smart Health – Affordable, All-in-One Medical Insurance Designed Just for You

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - NAGICO Insurances is excited to announce the official launch of our NAGIC...

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Supplier Day 2025

October 09, 2025 No comments

Supplier Day 2025

SINT EUSTATIUS (ORANJESTAD) - On Thursday October 16th, the Rijksdienst Caribisch Nederland (RCN), together with the Public Entity of Bonaire (OLB) and Public Entity of St. Eustatius (OLE), is organiz...

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Fine issued for driving without a valid insurance. Warning issued for driving without a helmet

October 09, 2025 No comments

Fine issued for driving without a valid insurance. Warning issued for driving without a helmet

SINT EUSTATIUS (ORANJESTAD) - On Friday, the 3rd of October, a traffic check was conducted on the Father Van Tevelenweg on Sint Eustatius. During the check, eight cars and one scooter were checked, re...

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Trainings on Saba strengthen the approach to human trafficking

October 09, 2025

Trainings on Saba strengthen the approach to human trafficking

SABA (THE BOTTOM) - On Saba, trainings on human trafficking and migrant smuggling took place on 2 an...

Decree on financial and quality rules in childcare on Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba

October 08, 2025

Decree on financial and quality rules in childcare on Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba

SABA/SINT EUSTATIUS - The Childcare Decree BES accompanying the Law Childcare BES was published on t...

Good governance, food security and nature conservation to be the focus of Dutch State Secretary Van Marum

October 08, 2025

Good governance, food security and nature conservation to be the focus of Dutch State Secretary Van Marum

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Dutch State Secretary for the Interior and Kingdom Relations, Eddie v...

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Robbie's Lottery Results for Thursday, October 09, 2025

October 09, 2025 No comments

Robbie's Lottery Results for Thursday, October 09, 2025

SINT MAARTEN (PHILIPSBURG) - Winning...It's easy! Every day is a new chance to win. Various lottery games, cash prices, numerous retailers located all over Curaçao and great winning probabilities. Ro...

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Weather Forecast: Saturday to Monday

October 10, 2025 No comments

Weather Forecast: Saturday to Monday

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN DATE ISSUED: Friday, 10th October 2025 @ 18:00 LST (22:00 UTC)  VALID UNTIL: Saturday evening (18:00 LST) 11th October 2025 …FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFF...

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