May 04, 2026 No comments
Minister Brug marks Nurse Week with call for recognition, respect, and support
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - As Nurse Week begins on May 5th, Minister Brug extends his sincere appreciation to nurses for their dedication, resilience, and the vital role they play in caring for the community. Throughout the healthcare system, nurses remain a constant presence during life’s most critical moments—bringing not only medical expertise, but also compassion, reassurance, and human connection to patients and their families. Minister Brug offered special recognition to the nurses working within the Ministry of VSA, highlighting the imbalance many continue to face. These nurses consistently demonstrate professionalism and commitment in serving the public. Minister Brug also underscored the personal realities behind the profession. Long shifts, overnight duties, and ongoing pressure extend beyond the workplace, affecting family life and personal...
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CPS COVID Vaccines Available for Adults and Children on Friday. Call for an Appointment
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – The Collective Prevention Services (CPS), COVID, would like to inform the general public that the clinic at the CPS Offices at the Vineyard Building Office Park in Philipsburg, is open for COVID vaccines by appointment only, and the next available date is Friday, May 8th. The CPS clinic is open for COVID vaccines for persons aged 12 and older on Friday, May 08, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Due to limited supply, CPS is requesting persons to call or email for an appointment by calling 914 (option 4) or 542-1570, or via email vaccination@sintmaartengov.org The booster is entirely free of charge and voluntary. Please bring your vaccination card and a form of Identification (ID) when you...
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May 04, 2026 No comments
THE ROTARY CLUBS OF ST. MAARTEN/ST. MARTIN & ANGUILLA CONTINUE TO SHINE
SINT MAARTEN/JAMAICA - During the Rotary District 7020 Conference held in Kingston, Jamaica, from April 27 through May 2, 2026, the Rotary Clubs of St. Maarten/St. Martin and Anguilla were recognized with a variety of awards for their continued efforts to Unite for Good and to do good in the world. Rotary in St. Maarten/St. Martin and Anguilla dates back to 1972, and the Rotary Clubs on St. Maarten/St. Martin and Anguilla continue to thrive. Assistant Governor Elisia L. Lake for St. Maarten and Anguilla said, “It is with tremendous pride that I congratulate all clubs across our territory for their outstanding representation at the recent Annual Rotary District 7020 Conference and for capturing honors across multiple award categories”. District Governor Dr. William "Bill" Aiken...
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MP Webster-Jansen Congratulates Three Outstanding St. Maarten Graduates and Encourages Students Ahead of Exams
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Member of Parliament (MP) Veronica Webster-Jansen extends heartfelt congratulations to three remarkable young women from St. Maarten who have recently achieved significant academic milestones abroad, making their families and country proud through their dedication and accomplishments. MP Webster-Jansen congratulated Trystine Gibs Peterson, who earned her Master’s Degree in Psychology from Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida. Her determination to pursue her dream of becoming a psychologist, while overcoming personal challenges, serves as a powerful example of perseverance and purpose. Congratulations are also extended to Aaliyah Nyah Daflaar, who earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Florida State University. Her academic journey has been marked by leadership, community service, and research excellence, and she is now...
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May 04, 2026 No comments
Reminder: Confirmation Letter Extension Deadline for Public Transportation Permit Holders
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transportation and Telecommunication (TEATT) urgently reminds all public transportation permit holders that the extended deadline for the submission of confirmation letters is May 8, 2026. Permit holders are strongly urged to complete their confirmation process without delay. The online registration portal will remain accessible only until 11:59 PM on the deadline date. All previously communicated requirements and conditions remain fully in force and must be fully complied with. This represents the final extension, and no further general extension is anticipated beyond this date. Permit holders who have not yet submitted their confirmation letters are strongly encouraged to act immediately to avoid any disruption to their operational status. Following the deadline, any late...
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