June 19, 2026 No comments
KPSM to Ensure Public Safety and Order During Candlelight Vigil on Friday Evening
SINT MAARTEN (DUTCH QUARTER) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) informs the general public that a candlelight vigil will be held this evening, June 19th, 2026, in Dutch Quarter, in remembrance of a young man who tragically lost his life in a traffic accident on the French side of the island approximately one week ago. KPSM acknowledges the deep emotional impact this loss has had on the family, friends, and the wider community, and recognizes the importance of allowing residents to gather peacefully to pay their respects. The Force extends its sincere condolences to all those affected. However, KPSM expresses serious concern regarding recent dangerous and unlawful behavior involving scooter riders and other motorists during funeral-related gatherings on Thursday, June...
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June 19, 2026 No comments
Marine Industry Immersion Day Provides Govt & Stakeholders with Firsthand Insight into Sector
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The St. Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA), in collaboration with the National Employment Service Center (NESC), successfully hosted its Marine Industry Immersion Day on Wednesday, June 17th, bringing together government officials, policy makers, educators, labor representatives, and industry stakeholders for a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the scale, diversity, opportunities, and challenges of Sint Maarten’s marine industry. Designed to create greater awareness and understanding of one of Sint Maarten’s most important economic sectors, the event combined an industry tour, panel discussion, and interactive roundtable sessions aimed at encouraging dialogue and collaboration around the future development of the marine sector. The day commenced with an immersion tour aboard Boomerang Charters through the Simpson Bay Lagoon, allowing participants to...
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June 19, 2026 No comments
CBCS maintains a cautions monetary policy stance. National Gross Reserves at Cg 485 million
SINT MAARTEN/CURACAO - On June 18, 2026, the Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten (CBCS) decided to maintain its monetary policy stance unchanged. This decision reflects two considerations. On the one hand, the monetary union continues to benefit from a strong external position, with gross official reserves providing import coverage of more than five months. On the other hand, the ongoing uncertainty surrounding developments in the Middle East and their potential spillover effects on commodity and financial markets, as well as resulting implications for the monetary union warrant a cautious approach. Given these divergent developments, the decision is to remain consistent with the U.S. Federal Reserve's (Fed) June decision to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate unchanged. In the current...
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June 19, 2026 No comments
Unexpected Call-Up Opens New Chapter for St. Maarten Basketball Standout Shaquille Rombley
SINT MAARTEN/THE NETHERLANDS (By Tiel van den Heuvel / Basketball.nl) - A few months ago, his sole focus was on his career as a professional basketball player in Europe. Then, an unexpected message changed his summer plans. Now, Shaquille Rombley (29) from Philipsburg, St. Maarten, is fighting for a spot on the Dutch national men's basketball team. In the coming days, he will take part in two exhibition games in China—and he plans to enjoy every moment of it. “There are some really exciting games coming up, and I’m looking forward to them a lot.” You’re 29 years old and have been around the game for quite some time, but many fans may not know you yet. Tell us a little about...
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June 19, 2026 No comments
Sint Maarten Lions Represented at 46th Multiple District Convention. Davey Woods Elected 1st Vice District Governor
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Lions Clubs of Multiple District 60-A and 60-B recently held their annual convention in Trinidad and Tobago under the theme “Unity and Diversity, Celebrating the Caribbean Spirit.” The five-day event took place from May 6 to May 10 in Port of Spain. The convention brought together Lions from across the region, including International Directors Nadine Bushell (Trinidad and Tobago) and Chris Carlone (New Orleans, USA). Zone 2-B, which includes clubs from the Dutch Windward Islands and Anguilla, was represented by 22 Lions, 12 of whom were from the Sint Maarten Lions Club. Throughout the week, members participated in Council of Governors meetings, elections for District Governors and Vice District Governors for the 2026–2027 Lions year, as...
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