August 20, 2026 No comments
CPS Encourages Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyles for School-Aged Children
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – As the 2026–2027 school year got underway this week, the Collective Prevention Services (CPS) is encouraging parents, guardians and caregivers to help school-aged children adopt healthy eating habits and active lifestyles. Nutritious meals are essential for children to perform at their best in school. A balanced breakfast, healthy lunch and nutritious snacks provide complex carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals that support brain function, concentration and sustain energy throughout the school day. Children who eat nutritious meals are generally better able to concentrate in class, retain information and maintain steady energy levels. Skipping meals or consuming foods and beverages that are high in sugar and low in nutrients can contribute to fatigue, mood changes and...
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August 19, 2026 No comments
School Bussing Reminds Drivers, Parents and Students to Prioritize Safety for 2026-2027 School Year
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – With the start of the 2026-2027 school year this week, the Section School Bussing of the Inspectorate of Economic Affairs and Transport Affairs is reminding school bus drivers, parents, guardians, students, and motorists that safety must remain the highest priority when transporting children to and from school. Section School Bussing is calling on all road users to exercise additional caution, particularly in school zones, residential neighborhoods, and areas where children are regularly picked up and dropped off. Children may be walking, cycling, crossing roads, or waiting for transportation and may not always be immediately visible to motorists, particularly around parked vehicles. Motorists are reminded to obey all posted speed limits, remain alert near schools and pedestrian...
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August 19, 2026 No comments
Court convicts two defendants in “Jasmine” investigation
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Court of First Instance has rendered its judgment in the criminal cases against M.R. and J.E.B., the remaining defendants in the “Jasmine” investigation. Both defendants were convicted of co-perpetrating fraud and money laundering. M.R. was also convicted of abuse of office. M.R., a civil servant, was sentenced to 16 months’ imprisonment, six months of which were suspended, subject to a probationary period of two years. She was also disqualified from serving as a civil servant for five years. J.E.B. was sentenced to 240 hours of community service and a six-month suspended prison sentence, subject to a probationary period of two years. The Court imposed lower sentences than those requested by the Prosecutor’s Office, partly because the proceedings...
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August 18, 2026 No comments
Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell attends National Commemoration Marking the End of War and Occupation
THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary of Sint Maarten, the Honorable Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, attended the National Commemoration of 15 August 1945 at the Indisch Monument in The Hague. The annual commemoration marks the official end of the Second World War in the Kingdom of the Netherlands and honors all victims of the war against Japan and the Japanese occupation of the former Dutch East Indies. The commemoration provides an important moment for remembrance and reflection, while ensuring that the experiences and stories of those affected by the war continue to be passed on to future generations. This year’s commemoration was held under the theme “Listen, Understand, Pass On” Approximately 5,000 people gathered at the Indisch Monument for the evening ceremony,...
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August 18, 2026 No comments
CPS COVID Vaccines Available for Adults and Children on August 28. 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, August 28th. The CPS clinic is open for COVID vaccines for persons aged 12 and older on August 28, 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 have...
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