June 26, 2026 No comments
MP ROSEBURG SUBMITS ROAD SAFETY PROPOSAL TO THE MINISTER OF JUSTICE
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Member of Parliament (MP) Sjamira D.M. Roseburg has formally submitted a proposal to the Minister of Justice requesting consideration of the proposed Ride Smart SXM initiative for inclusion in the 2026 Crime Fund Policy Plan which is added to the budget. The proposal comes in response to the recent increase in serious traffic accidents on Sint Maarten, particularly those involving motorcycles and scooters. “Road safety begins long before a traffic stop is issued or an accident takes place. It begins with education, awareness, respect and prevention.” MP Roseburg stated. According to MP Roseburg as co- legislator, while enforcement and modernization of the Traffic Ordinance remain essential (and discussing with the ministry are on going), they must be...
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June 26, 2026 No comments
NESC Intensifies Business Outreach Ahead of Third National Job Fair
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The National Employment Services Center (NESC), a department within the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), has intensified preparations for the Third National Job Fair, scheduled to take place on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. In advance of the event, participating businesses and job seekers will also be invited to an exclusive Business Networking Event on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the National Institute for Professional Advancement (NIPA). As part of the lead-up to the event, NESC Business Services Officers will be conducting targeted outreach and visits to businesses across various sectors to promote participation in the National Job Fair and assist employers in completing and finalizing all aspects...
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June 26, 2026 No comments
NV GEBE Pauses Disconnection of Non-Paying Consumers
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - After a fruitful meeting with representatives of ACP-SXM on Friday June 26, 2026, NV GEBE has decided to pause the disconnection of non-paying consumers, scheduled for this Monday June 29, 2026. Although NV GEBE has a collection procedure in place, which involves disconnecting non-paying consumers, during the meeting with ACP-SXM it became apparent that this procedure may not be generally known to all of its consumers. Hence, the reason for proper communication of the collection procedure. Mindful of the concern certain consumers may have with invoices related to the period in which NV GEBE had computer issues due to a hack, NV GEBE will first draft a policy that will focus on those invoices where this concern...
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June 25, 2026 No comments
Prime Minister Mercelina Extends Condolences to the People of Venezuela Following Devastating Earthquake
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Prime Minister Dr. Luc F.E. Mercelina has expressed the heartfelt condolences of the Government and people of Sint Maarten to all those affected by the devastating earthquake that struck Venezuela, resulting in tragic loss of life, injuries, and widespread destruction. "On behalf of the Government and people of Sint Maarten, I extend our deepest sympathies to every individual, family, and community affected by this tragedy," Prime Minister Mercelina said. "Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones, those recovering from injuries, those who remain displaced, and the dedicated emergency responders and humanitarian personnel working tirelessly to bring assistance to those in need." The Prime Minister noted that natural disasters...
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June 25, 2026 No comments
Prime Minister, in Capacity as Acting Minister of VSA, Administers Oath to New Pharmacist Assistant
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Prime Minister Dr. Luc F.E. Mercelina, in his capacity as Acting Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), officially administered the oath of office to Xaviera Doekhie as a Pharmacist Assistant during a ceremony held on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Orange Grove Pharmacy. The ceremony marks the Prime Minister's first official swearing-in of a healthcare professional since assuming the responsibilities of Acting Minister of VSA and underscores the Ministry's continued commitment to safeguarding professional standards within Sint Maarten's healthcare sector. In accordance with the applicable legal requirements, pharmacist assistants must take the prescribed oath before the Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor before they are authorized to carry...
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