November 09, 2025 No comments
Kim Putters: ‘Toward shared prosperity’
CURACAO (WILLEMSTAD) - At the annual meeting of the International Association of Economic and Social Councils and Similar Institutions (AICESIS) held in Willemstad, Curaçao, under the chairmanship of the Social & Economic Council (SER) of Curaçao, Prof. Dr. Kim Putters, chairman of the Social & Economic Council of the Netherlands (SER Netherlands), stressed in a closed session the importance of shared prosperity and structural collaboration within the Kingdom. In the wake of his public lecture “Navigating the Narrow Path to Shared Prosperity: A Societal Transition”, delivered at the University of Curaçao (UoC) on March 5 this year, Mr. Putters emphasized the need for a robust knowledge base, open dialogue with social partners and consistent implementation of policies that unite wealth and...
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November 09, 2025 No comments
Rotary Clubs of St. Martin Join Forces to Donate Four Anti-Decubitus Mattresses to SMMC
SINT MAARTEN (CAY HILL) - In a remarkable show of unity and service, all four Rotary Clubs on the island - Rotary Club of St. Maarten, Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunrise, Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunset, and Rotary Club of St. Maarten-Mid Isle came together to make a meaningful contribution to the St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC). The clubs collectively financed the purchase of four Anti-Decubitus Mattresses, specially designed to prevent bedsores and improve comfort for bedridden patients. These mattresses play a crucial role in enhancing patient care and ensuring a more comfortable recovery experience for those confined to their beds. The official handover took place during the visit of District Governor Dr. William Aiken, who, being a medical professional...
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November 09, 2025 No comments
Athlete Calvin Mardembrough Jr. Closes Out the Year with Silver Medal Finish at Caribbean Grand Prix
SINT MAARTEN/THE BAHAMAS - St. Maarten’s own Calvin Mardembrough jr ended his 2025 competitive season on a high note, securing a 2nd place silver medal in the Masters 35+ Men’s Physique Division at the Caribbean Grand Prix held on Saturday, November 8, in Nassau, Bahamas. Mardembrough also earned a 5th place finish in the highly competitive Open Class B, further solidifying his presence among the region’s top athletes. Reflecting on the accomplishment, Mardembrough expressed deep gratitude for the outcome of a year defined by commitment and consistency. “I feel blessed and content with my achievements in 2025. I spent 197 days in uninterrupted prepping,” he shared. “While this competition wasn’t originally on my list for the year, I’m happy I took this...
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November 09, 2025 No comments
Where Culture Lives Survey Launches: Public Invited to Share Insights
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Where Culture Lives project is proud to announce the launch of its survey across Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Statia, and St. Maarten, marking the next crucial phase in understanding how people create and experience cultural life throughout the Dutch Caribbean. Following successful focus groups with local practitioners and key informants, the research team now invites the wider public to participate in a short but meaningful survey. Entitled “Your Voice, Where Culture Lives,” the survey explores how arts, culture, and heritage shape life on the ABCSSS islands. By sharing their experiences, residents help show what culture means to them—and guide policymakers and institutions to better support it in their communities. Participants will be asked about their involvement in...
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November 08, 2025 No comments
URSM Denounces Opposition’s Political Hypocrisy as Government Marks One Year
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - As the Unified Resilient St. Maarten Movement (URSM) marks the first anniversary of this coalition government on November 26, 2025, the party reaffirms its commitment to responsible governance, open dialogue, and the rebuilding of Sint Maarten after years of inherited challenges. The URSM Board expresses serious concern over the recent behavior and public remarks by members of the Opposition who appear to be promoting and inciting a national shutdown in connection with the ongoing discussions between the WICSU-PSU and the Government regarding the Fire and Ambulance Department. “Such rhetoric is both reckless and divisive, threatening to destabilize the very progress that has been made over the past year,” the URSM Board stated. “When this coalition assumed office, it...
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