June 01, 2026 No comments
Papaya hearing on June 4 regarding the Murder of Fire Fighter S.J.
SINT MAARTEN/SABA (THE BOTTOM) - On Thursday, June 4, 2026, the criminal case known as Papaya, concerning the death of firefighter S. J., will be heard on its merits. The hearing will take place from 9:00 a.m. until approximately 5:00 p.m., with a break for lunch. The hearing will be held in Bonaire. Interested people in Saba may follow the proceedings via a live video connection at the Eugenius Johnson Community Center. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Due to limited seating capacity, visitors are advised to arrive early. If the number of attendees exceeds the available seating, priority will be given to immediate family members and relatives. In addition, a courtroom on Sint Maarten (SXM) will be available where the hearing can...
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May 31, 2026 No comments
Sint Maarten Lions Club Launches "Circle of Love" Project to Support Cancer Patients
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Sint Maarten Lions Club proudly launched its Circle of Love Project on Tuesday, May 25, 2026, with the presentation of 18 care bags to patients in the Oncology Ward of the Sint Maarten Medical Center. The Circle of Love Project was created to provide comfort, encouragement, and practical support to individuals undergoing cancer treatment. Through this initiative, the Sint Maarten Lions Club seeks to ease some of the challenges faced by cancer patients while reminding them that they are surrounded by a caring and supportive community. The launch marks the beginning of an ongoing outreach effort. In addition to supporting patients receiving treatment at the Sint Maarten Medical Center, the Club will also distribute care bags...
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May 31, 2026 No comments
Prime Minister clarifies General Practitioner during today’s Public Meeting of Parliament
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Honorable Prime Minister, Dr. Luc Mercelina, wishes to provide additional clarity following comments and discussions that emerged during today’s public meeting (Ed. Thursday, May 28, 2026) of Parliament concerning physicians, medical qualifications, and the legal framework governing the practice of medicine in Sint Maarten. The Prime Minister emphasized that any statements or public insinuations suggesting that physicians practicing on Sint Maarten are inherently “unqualified” are very misleading, legally inaccurate, and unnecessarily create fear and uncertainty among the people of the country. “It is important that the people of Sint Maarten understand the distinction between political rhetoric and the actual legal framework governing healthcare professionals,” stated Prime Minister Mercelina. “The qualifications and authorization of physicians are determined...
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May 31, 2026 No comments
IMA, Sadhu Vaswani Center to host free “Choose Happiness” event with Didi Krishna Kumari
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Indian Merchants Association (IMA), in partnership with the Sadhu Vaswani Center St. Maarten, will host a special community event featuring internationally respected spiritual leader and humanitarian Didi Krishna Kumari. The free public event, themed “Choose Happiness,” will take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at Port St. Maarten (Harbor). Gates open at 6:00 pm. Didi Krishna Kumari is the Head of the Sadhu Vaswani Mission in Pune, India, a globally recognized spiritual and service-oriented organization known for its teachings on compassion, inner peace, ethical living, and service to humanity. Through her talks and humanitarian outreach, she has inspired thousands around the world with messages centered on purpose, resilience, and emotional well-being. The...
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May 31, 2026 No comments
IGY Marinas Receive Prestigious Blue Flag Ecolabel Certification
SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) - Island Global Yachting (IGY) Simpson Bay Marina and IGY Yacht Club Isle de Sol Marina on the island of St. Maarten are proud to announce that they have been awarded the internationally recognized Blue Flag—one of the world’s most respected voluntary eco‑labels for beaches, marinas, and sustainable tourism operators. The certification was celebrated with an award ceremony in late May. The Blue Flag Program is locally operated by Environmental Protection in the Caribbean (EPIC) Sint Maarten Foundation, although it is an international award overseen by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE); the Blue Flag program sets stringent environmental, educational, safety, and accessibility criteria, and is awarded only to locations that maintain these high standards continuously. The Blue...
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