June 17, 2026 No comments
CPS Encourages Men to Prioritize Preventive Health. Good health begins with prevention
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – The Collective Prevention Service (CPS), a department within the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), is encouraging men across Sint Maarten to make their health a priority by taking advantage of preventive healthcare services and regular medical check-ups during Men's Health Month. Men's Health Month, observed annually in June, seeks to raise awareness about preventable health conditions affecting men and boys and to encourage healthy lifestyle choices that can lead to longer, healthier lives. One of the most important messages of Men's Health Month is the value of preventive healthcare. Many serious health conditions, including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, and kidney disease, can develop gradually and without noticeable symptoms....
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June 17, 2026 No comments
KPSM Intervenes Swiftly Following School Altercation in St. Peters Area
SINT MAARTEN (ST. PETERS) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) strongly addresses a recent school-related physical altercation that took place on Monday, June 15th, at one of the local high schools in the St. Peters area. The incident, which quickly gained attention after video footage circulated on social media, prompted immediate concern due to the involvement of minors and the potential for further escalation within the community. Following the incident, officers from KPSM—including personnel from the Juvenile Department, Community Police Officers, and School Resource Officers—were made aware of the situation. Officers also observed video footage of the altercation circulating on social media. In the interest of maintaining public order and safeguarding the well-being of all minors involved, KPSM initiated immediate...
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June 16, 2026 No comments
Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell meets with Expert Group on the Democratic Deficit within the Kingdom
THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita Arrindell recently participated in an interview with the expert group on the Democratic Deficit within the Kingdom of the Netherlands at the Cabinet in The Hague. The interview formed part of a series of consultations being conducted by the expert group in all four countries of the Kingdom. The group was mandated by the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation (IPKO) to examine the democratic deficit within the Kingdom and to identify opportunities for strengthening democratic participation, representation and cooperation. During the interview, Minister Arrindell shared perspectives and experiences regarding the functioning of Kingdom governance, the role of the Caribbean countries within the Kingdom structure, and mechanisms for participation and representation in Kingdom decision-making processes. The discussion...
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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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