May 25, 2026 No comments
South Omega Leo Club Calls for Road Safety. Drive Safe. Arrive Alive
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Sint Maarten South Omega Leo Club extends its deepest condolences to every family that has lost a loved one in a motorcycle or scooter accident. “Our thoughts and prayers are especially with the families and friends affected by the recent tragic accident in Baie Nettle, which has once again shaken our community and reminded us how fragile life truly is. “Far too many young lives are being lost or seriously injured on our roads. As a youth organization committed to community service and youth development, we are calling on all motorists to exercise greater caution while driving, especially in school zones and around motorcycles and scooters. “We urge drivers to: *Slow down and obey speed limits. *Avoid distracted driving...
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May 25, 2026 No comments
Marie Gittens elected new SCDF President. SCDF elevates two young professionals
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Culture, for the St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation, is not simply something celebrated once a year. It is the heartbeat of the people, the rhythm of the nation and one of the clearest expressions of St. Maarten’s identity. With that conviction at the center of its next chapter, the St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation has elected long-time member and culture enthusiast Marie Gittens as its new President for the next four-year term. Gittens becomes only the third woman in the 55 year history of Carnival to hold the post. She brings with her more than a decade of Carnival organizing experience, a deep love for local culture and a clear vision for strengthening Carnival as both...
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May 24, 2026 No comments
The 11th Annual Saint Martin Interscholastic Idols Competition a Success
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The St. Martin Promoting Young Ambassadors Foundation successfully hosted its 11th Annual St. Martin Interscholastic Idols Singing Competition over the past weekend and would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to every single person who came out to support the talented youth of Saint Martin. This year’s event featured three exciting competitions in one unforgettable evening, showcasing the incredible musical abilities, creativity, and stage presence of the island’s young performers. The first segment of the evening featured the Secondary Schools Solo Competition, which saw three schools competing for the coveted title. The second runner-up position went to Derek Jesus Varela Medrano of the Milton Peters College, who delivered a beautiful rendition of Whitney Houston’s “Run to You.” The first...
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May 24, 2026 No comments
ROTARY CLUB OF ST. MAARTEN EXTENDS COMMUNITY RAFFLE TO EMANCIPATION DAY CELEBRATION
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Rotary Club of St. Maarten is excited to announce the extension of its highly anticipated community raffle, culminating in a live drawing on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in celebration of Emancipation Day. The winning ticket will be drawn at 10:30AM at Carrefour Market on Bush Road, where one lucky participant will drive away in a brand-new Changan CS55/Q05 Hybrid SUV. Originally scheduled for March, the raffle has been extended to allow even more members of the community the opportunity to participate in this meaningful fundraiser and support the Rotary Club's expanding community service initiatives throughout St. Maarten. Raffle tickets are only $10 each, and all proceeds will directly benefit the Rotary Club...
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May 24, 2026 No comments
CAS Parliaments & BES Island Councils should Adopt UN Resolution Declaring the Transatlantic Slave Trade the Gravest Crime Against Humanity
SINT MAARTEN (COMMENTARY – By Roddy Heyliger) - Monday, May 25, 2026, marks exactly two months since the United Nations (UN) General Assembly overwhelmingly adopted a resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity. The resolution was spearheaded by Ghana with the support of the African Union and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and received 123 votes in favor with Argentina, Israel and the United States voting against and 52 other countries including the Kingdom of the Netherlands abstaining. The resolution took place on the day marking the commemoration of the International Day of Remembrance of Victims of Slavery and Transatlantic Slave Trade, March 25 where between 12-15 million people were captured in African and trafficked to the Americas. The...
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