October 23, 2025 No comments
Scooter accident on A.J.C. Brouwers Road under investigation
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On Thursday morning, October 23, 2025, a traffic accident involving a scooter and a motor vehicle occurred on A.J.C. Brouwers Road near the entrance of a hardware store. The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) responded promptly to the scene following several emergency calls received by Central Police Dispatch just before 8:00 a.m. Preliminary investigations indicate that the scooter rider was traveling from the Church Hill roundabout in the direction of Cole Bay and attempted to overtake several vehicles. At that time, the driver of a gold-colored Toyota was making a left turn into the hardware store’s parking area, resulting in the scooter colliding with the driver’s side of the vehicle. The scooter rider sustained injuries of...
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October 21, 2025 No comments
Rotary Club of Sint Maarten-Mid Isle Hosts Annual Ramesh Manek End Polio Now Walkathon
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Rotary Club of Sint Maarten-Mid Isle is proud to announce its annual Ramesh Manek End Polio Now Walkathon, taking place this Saturday, October 25th, in honor of World Polio Day observed globally on October 24th. This year’s walkathon promises to be a vibrant community event, bringing together residents and visitors in a united effort to eradicate polio worldwide. Participants will receive a commemorative End Polio Now T-shirt with their ticket purchase and enjoy a delicious local breakfast following the walk. Adding to the excitement, the Rotary Club will welcome District 7020 Governor William “Bill” Aiken, who will be visiting St. Maarten, St. Martin, Anguilla, and St. Barths from October 21st to November 1st. Their presence underscores the importance of this global cause and the commitment of Rotary leadership to...
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October 21, 2025 No comments
NV GEBE Partners with Govt to Launch Utility Relief Pilot Program for Vulnerable Community Members
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - N.V. Gemeenschappelijk Electriciteitsbedrijf Bovenwindse Eilanden (NV GEBE) and the Government of Sint Maarten, through the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor's, Division of Labor Affairs and Social Services (DLASS), announced today, Tuesday, October 21, 2025 the launch of a groundbreaking one year pilot program to provide utility bill relief for vulnerable members of the community. Program Overview The pilot program will provide up to XCG 50,000 in monthly relief to eligible financial aid recipients and community members, helping to ease the financial burden of utility costs for those most in need. Through this collaborative initiative, qualifying individuals can receive up to XCG 250 per month in utility bill deductions. "This partnership represents our commitment to...
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October 21, 2025 No comments
WYCCF Celebrates International Day of Older Persons
SINT MAARTEN (ST. JOHN’S ESTATE) - The White & Yellow Cross Care Foundation (WYCCF) proudly celebrated International Day of Older Persons on October 4 with its annual festive gathering at the St. Martin’s Home. The event, held in the Home’s renovated dining room, brought together clients and their families for an afternoon filled with music, laughter, and quality time. This annual celebration honours the wisdom, life experience, and lasting contributions of Sint Maarten’s older persons community. The atmosphere was vibrant, with live performances by The Control Band, The Harmonic, and captivating steel pan music setting the tone for a joyful occasion. Guests also enjoyed energetic dance performances, which added extra flair to the festivities. Laughter filled the room as families and clients...
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October 20, 2025 No comments
BTP Celebrates 15-Year anniversary and unveils bold vision for the future
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – Bureau Telecommunications and Post (BTP) proudly marks its 15-year anniversary as the national regulatory authority for telecommunications and postal services. As part of this important milestone, BTP is commemorating its achievements while unveiling a renewed vision for the future under the leadership of its Interim Director, Mrs. Judianne Labega-Hoeve. Over the past decade and a half, BTP has played a pivotal role in the development and oversight of Sint Maarten’s telecom sector, fostering growth, safeguarding fair competition, and ensuring connectivity even in the most challenging times. In celebrating this anniversary, BTP extends sincere gratitude to all stakeholders, including telecom providers, government partners, BTP staff, and the broader community, who have contributed to the evolution of the...
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