September 21, 2026 No comments
SZV LAUNCHES 2026 CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SURVEY
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - SZV Social & Health Insurances is inviting clients to participate in its 2026 Customer Experience Survey, running from September 21 through October 2, 2026. The annual survey gives clients an opportunity to share their experiences with SZV services, communication and customer service. Clients can participate online, at SZV offices and through surveyors engaging with the community. Deep Dive Data B.V. has once again been engaged as the independent research company responsible for conducting the survey. Client feedback from the 2025 survey has helped SZV identify areas for improvement and take action. Among the initiatives introduced or advanced are: *Senior Priority Hours, providing priority assistance to seniors and customers who may need additional in-person support when visiting SZV. *A Waiting...
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September 20, 2026 No comments
TELEM JOINS AS SILVER LITERARY PARTNER
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Victorious Living Publishing is delighted to welcome TelEm Group as a Silver Literary Partner for In Emilio Wilson Park with Uncle Joe, the debut book by St. Maarten veteran educator Oswald Francis. TelEm’s generous contribution will help place the book in schools and other institutions, and make it available at a discounted rate to those who might not otherwise afford it. "We are honoured to welcome TelEm aboard. By investing in this book, they show their belief in the young readers of our island, and help ensure that our own St. Maarten and Caribbean stories are the ones that shape and empower our children." — Dr. Nicole E. Francis Cotton, Publisher, Victorious Living Publishing A New Batch —...
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September 20, 2026 No comments
Congratulations go out to Showanna J. Arthurs University Achievement
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The St. Martin Promoting Young Ambassadors Foundation (SMPYA), President Ms. Angelique Romou, its members, and “The Kids Place” radio program proudly congratulate Senior SXM Young Ambassador Showanna Arthurs on earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Psychology from Monroe University. Showanna graduated this year 2026, becoming a first-generation university graduate while maintaining an impressive 3.9 GPA. During her time at Monroe, she served on the New Rochelle campus Student Activities Executive Board, received the Director’s Award for Leadership, and proudly represented Sint Maarten in the Parade of Nations at the Radio City Music Hall Commencement. Before pursuing her university studies, Showanna was an active member of the SMPYA foundation and spent approximately two...
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September 20, 2026 No comments
Two Suspects Arrested Sunday Afternoon Following Armed Robbery of Supermarket
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) arrested two suspects on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in connection with an armed robbery at a supermarket located on Arch Road. At approximately 3:00 p.m., the Central Police Dispatch received several calls reporting an armed robbery in progress at the supermarket. Several police patrols, along with personnel from the Detective Department, were immediately dispatched to the area. Preliminary information gathered during the investigation indicated that two suspects, dressed in dark clothing and reportedly armed with a firearm, entered the supermarket and robbed the business. After the robbery, the suspects fled the area on two skeleton scooters, with one of the suspects reportedly wearing rubber boots. The suspects were believed to have...
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September 20, 2026 No comments
Minister of VSA Connor Emphasizes Early Detection, Prevention, and Support for Families in Observance of World Alzheimer’s Day
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (Minister VSA) Hon. Claret Connor said on Sunday that the world will be observing World Alzheimer's Day on September 21, 2026, under the international theme: "The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia Diagnosis Matters." This year's observance underscores a critical truth: early recognition and timely diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease can fundamentally improve outcomes, enabling individuals and families to access appropriate care, treatment options, and support services. "Early detection saves lives and preserves quality of life," said Hon. Claret Connor, Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor. "By understanding the warning signs and taking action promptly, our citizens can access the medical support they...
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