May 06, 2026 No comments
TEATT concludes 2026 transport confirmation process; enforcement phase begins
SINT MAARTEN (POND ISLAND) - The Ministry of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication (TEATT) has finalized the 2026 Passenger Transport Confirmation Process and will now move fully into the enforcement phase aimed at strengthening compliance, accountability, and professionalism within the public transportation sector. As previously communicated through public notices and earlier press releases, the Ministry executed a two-phase confirmation process to ensure that all public transportation operators were given a fair and adequate opportunity to regularize their status and comply with the requirements established under the Passenger Transport Ordinance. Minister of TEATT Grisha Heyliger-Marten said at Wednesday’s Council of Ministers Press Briefing that the process was not simply administrative, but part of a broader effort to restore structure and accountability within...
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May 06, 2026 No comments
CBCS emphasizes progress in the strategic process concerning ENNIA Aruba
SINT MAARTEN/CURACAO - The Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten (CBCS) has taken note of recent media reports regarding Ennia Caribe Holding (Aruba) N.V. (ECHA) and its subsidiaries (ENNIA Aruba). As previously communicated by the CBCS and the Centrale Bank van Aruba (CBA) in a joint statement, strategic options for ENNIA Aruba are currently being explored. This process is ongoing and is proceeding constructively and in close cooperation between the CBCS and the CBA. Due to the confidentiality of this process, the CBCS cannot provide detailed information about the content of the discussions nor the various strategic options under consideration. However, the CBCS notes that recent media coverage contains several inaccuracies and presents a misleading picture of the current situation. The shares...
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SBBSL Leads Health & Volunteer Outreach During Carnival on the “Bacchanal Strip”
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Foundation Building Bridges Saving Lives (SBBSL) successfully carried out a health and volunteer outreach initiative on the evening of May 3, 2026, along the “Bacchanal Strip” during the Carnival festivities. This collaborative effort brought together key partners committed to community engagement and public awareness, including representatives from SXM DOET, Gesner-Orlando Simon, Director of SBBSL; Ramona Riley of Prominent Women Foundation; and Lee Williams of LGA Visionary Consulting Agency. The outreach combined public health awareness with community volunteer promotion, engaging members of the public in meaningful and practical ways. At the core of the outreach was a strong focus on public health awareness, with partners engaging the public on sexual and reproductive health (SRH), sexually transmitted diseases and...
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May 06, 2026 No comments
Tribute and final farewell to KPSM beloved colleague Officer Hyman
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – Yesterday, Tuesday, May 5, 2026, members of the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) gathered in unity and mourning to pay final respects to their dear and beloved colleague K.A. HYMAN. During the funeral proceedings, held in her honor. The funeral service was conducted at the Royal Funeral home, where family, friends, colleagues and members of the community came together to celebrate her life, service and dedication. Following the service, the procession continued to the police station, where a special police ceremony was held. During the ceremony, officers rendered honors and conducted the “Last Call” symbolizing the final farewell to a fellow officer who faithfully served alongside them. Thereafter, KPSM officers, family members, and friends proceeded to the burial...
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May 06, 2026 No comments
Wednesday morning Home Invasion of Cole Bay Residence Under Investigation
SINT MAARTEN (COLE BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is currently investigating a burglary that occurred in the early morning hours of Wednesday May 6th, 2026, on the Calabash Road located in the Cole Bay area. At approximately 2.30 AM, unknown suspect(s) unlawfully entered a residence in the Cole Bay neighborhood. During the incident, a substantial sum of money was stolen from the home. Detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident. At this time, no arrests have been made. KPSM urges anyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious around the time of the incident to come forward. Any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could assist in the ongoing investigation. Members of the public...
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