July 19, 2026 No comments
Xtratight Entertainment Honors Partners Powering the Seventh Edition of Go LOCAL XL
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - As Go LOCAL XL returns later this week for its seventh edition, Xtratight is paying tribute to the organizations whose continued partnership has helped establish the event as one of St. Maarten's premier showcases for local enterprise. The four-day event, scheduled for Thursday, July 23, through Sunday, July 26, will take place on the Philipsburg Boardwalk from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. each evening. What began as an initiative to encourage residents to support local businesses has evolved into a cornerstone event that connects entrepreneurs with consumers while highlighting the diversity and resilience of St. Maarten's business community. This year's edition is supported by GEBE N.V., Port St. Maarten, Windward Islands Bank (WIB),...
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July 18, 2026 No comments
General safety controls lead to confiscation of illegal weapons, narcotics & impounding 19 vehicles/scooters
SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM), through its Flex Team, conducted intensive traffic and public safety controls on the evening of Friday, July 17, 2026, continuing into the early morning hours of Saturday, July 18, 2026. The operation focused on enhancing road safety, enforcing traffic regulations, and addressing criminal activity and to confiscate illegal weapons across the island. During the operation, officers recorded the following results: 42 scooters were inspected. 16 scooters were impounded. 3 vehicles were impounded. Approximately 118.2 grams of marijuana were confiscated. Two XTC (ecstasy) tablets were confiscated. One knife was confiscated. During the controls, two police officers sustained minor injuries after the driver of a vehicle failed to comply with police instructions to stop for inspection prompting a brief pursuit. Although the...
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July 18, 2026 No comments
Police responds to shooting incident in Cul-de-Sac. One suspect arrested
SINT MAARTEN (CUL DE SAC) - On Friday, July 17, 2026, at approximately 3:25 p.m., the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) Dispatch received a report of a shooting incident on Dizzy Drive in the Cul-de-Sac area. Upon arrival, responding patrol officers learned that a dispute had occurred between several individuals. During the altercation, one of the persons involved allegedly struck another individual with a firearm before discharging a single shot. Fortunately, no one was injured as a result of the gunfire. The suspect was immediately apprehended by police officers at the scene and transported to the Philipsburg Police Station, where he is currently being processed. He remains in police custody pending further investigation. Detectives and members of the Forensic Department processed the scene, and an active investigation into...
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July 18, 2026 No comments
Shooter flees on Scooter after Discharging Gun at Simpson Bay Parking Lot Hitting Two Vehicles
SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) - On Friday July 17th at approximately 11:40 p.m. police dispatch received several reports of gunshots being fired in the Simpson Bay area, in close proximity to a well-known and frequently visited location. Preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown suspect discharged multiple rounds, striking two parked vehicles. The motive for the shooting remains unknown at this time. After committing the act, the suspect fled the scene on a nearby parked scooter. A search to locate the suspect was conducted in the area but to no avail. The Detective Department, assisted by the Forensic Department, has launched a full investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify those responsible. Fortunately, no people were struck or injured during the incident. The Sint Maarten Police...
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July 17, 2026 No comments
Ministry of Justice Celebrates Justice Day 2026
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Ministry of Justice today Friday, July 17, 2026 commemorated Justice Day 2026 with a church service and the annual Justice Parade, bringing together justice professionals from across the justice chain to recognize their shared commitment to serving and protecting the people of Sint Maarten. Observed internationally each year on July 17, Justice Day recognizes the principles of justice and the rule of law. On Sint Maarten, the day also serves as an opportunity to honor the men and women whose dedication, professionalism, and integrity uphold those principles every day. The day's observances began with a special church service at the Methodist Church on Front Street, where Minister of Justice Nathalie M. Tackling reflected on the unique...
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