September 06, 2026 No comments
Minister Arrindell Receives Courtesy Visit from Walle Chairman of the Integrity Chamber Supervisory Council
THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, recently received Clifton Walle, Chairman of the Supervisory Council of the Integrity Chamber of Sint Maarten, for a courtesy visit at the Cabinet of the Minister Plenipotentiary in The Hague. During the meeting, Minister Arrindell and Walle discussed current developments on Sint Maarten as well as the work, role, and ongoing developments of the Integrity Chamber. The discussion highlighted the importance of the Integrity Chamber in promoting integrity, transparency, and good governance within the wider community of Sint Maarten. Minister Arrindell noted the significance of Sint Maarten having an established Integrity Chamber within the Kingdom and emphasized the importance of strengthening public awareness of the institution and its mandate. The Minister also...
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September 06, 2026 No comments
“When we goin do something that is we?” Understanding our “Caribbeanness” Through the Eyes of a Local Child. Part two
SINT MAARTEN (COMMENTARY – By Sherritza Peterson, & drs. Xiomara Balentina) - In part one we discussed how Caribbean people have always produced knowledge, even though there is a tendency to praise external knowledge, while downplaying the value of local knowledge. In part two we explore how knowledge can shape a child’s understanding of self. When I am born, I do not know which history is considered important, whose knowledge carries authority, what beauty should look like, or what success is supposed to mean. I learn these things from my parents, relatives, teachers, neighbors, books, music, media, and community. Through these experiences, I slowly begin answering an important question: What does it mean to be me? I have inherited a rich and...
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September 06, 2026 No comments
Parliament participates in CPA Caribbean, Americas and Atlantic Region 48th Regional Conference
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The President of Parliament, the Hon. Mrs. Sarah A. Wescot-Williams, as well as the Secretary General of Parliament, Mr. G.J. Richardson, participated in the 16th Regional Conference of Women Parliamentarians, the 19th Presiding Officers and Clerks Conference, the 19th Regional Youth Parliament, as well as the Annual General Meeting of the 48th Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association - the Caribbean, the Americas and the Atlantic Region (CPA CAA), that took place from August 31 through September 5, 2026, in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica. The Conferences, hosted by the Houses of Parliament of Jamaica, were held under the theme: Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age. The Conference of Women Parliamentarians surrounded discussions on using storytelling...
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September 05, 2026 No comments
KPSM ALERT: FRAUDULENT TRAFFIC FINE MESSAGES CIRCULATING
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is alerting the public to a fraudulent message currently circulating that falsely claims to originate from the Traffic Police regarding an alleged unpaid traffic fine. The message contains a link directing recipients to a fraudulent website designed to impersonate the Public Prosecutor’s Office (Openbaar Ministerie). The message uses a false 48-hour payment deadline and threats of additional fines to pressure recipients into responding. KPSM urges the public: - Do not click on the link; - Do not make any payment; - Do not enter personal or banking information; - Do not reply “Ja” or otherwise respond to the message. Anyone receiving this fraudulent message is advised to delete it immediately and not engage with the sender. KPSM...
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September 05, 2026 No comments
Police Investigates Home Invasion. Armed Gunmen Escape via Simpson Bay Lagoon
SINT MAARTEN (POINT PIROUETTE) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is investigating a reported home invasion that occurred this morning, Saturday, September 5, 2026. Shortly after 10:30 a.m., Central Dispatch received several calls concerning a home invasion at a residence in the Point Pirouette area. Officers were immediately dispatched to the location. Preliminary information indicates that the occupants of the residence were confronted by armed suspects and were subsequently robbed. The suspects are believed to have arrived and left the area by way of the lagoon. Detectives, assisted by forensic personnel, are currently conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. At this stage, KPSM will not be releasing further details concerning the victims or the residence in order to protect...
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