June 18, 2026 No comments
Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell attends International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations
THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita Arrindell recently attended the commemoration of the International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations at the Peace Palace in The Hague. The event was jointly organized by the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Kingdom of the Netherlands and Diplomat Magazine. The gathering brought together Ambassadors, representatives of international organizations, academia and judiciary to reflect on the importance of intercultural dialogue, mutual understanding, and peaceful coexistence in an increasingly interconnected world. The International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations was established by the United Nations General Assembly through Resolution A/RES/78/286, adopted on 7 June 2024. The initiative seeks to raise awareness of the value of cultural diversity and to promote dialogue, mutual...
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June 17, 2026 No comments
VLF Unveils Redesigned Website and Launches New Membership Community
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Victorious Living Foundation (VLF), a registered Caribbean non-profit that has served individuals, families, and organisations since 2002, today announced the launch of its fully redesigned website at victoriouslivingfoundation.com. The new site brings VLF’s full spectrum of services — counselling, coaching, training, publishing, e-learning, professional development, and wellness — together in one warm, easy-to-navigate destination, and debuts a new VLF Membership Community that makes the Foundation’s most valuable resources accessible to members at home and around the world. “For more than two decades, our work has been about meeting people where they are and walking with them toward wholeness,” said Dr. Nicole E. Francis Cotton, President and Founder of Victorious Living Foundation. “The new website and membership community are...
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June 17, 2026 No comments
KPSM Launches Major Investigation Wednesday Following Theft of Police Officer's Firearm
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) wants to make the community aware of a serious incident that took place on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — the theft of a firearm belonging to one of KPSM officers. According to preliminary findings, an unknown suspect broke into the officer's personal vehicle, parked in the Cole-bay area, searched through it, and made off with the officer's legally owned firearm. Given the gravity of this situation, KPSM has launched a full-scale investigation, bringing together the Detective Department, and other internal and external judicial partners. KPSM is leaving no stone unturned in our effort to recover the stolen weapon, identify those responsible, and ensure they face justice. We want to be clear:...
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June 17, 2026 No comments
CPS Encourages Men to Prioritize Preventive Health. Good health begins with prevention
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – The Collective Prevention Service (CPS), a department within the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), is encouraging men across Sint Maarten to make their health a priority by taking advantage of preventive healthcare services and regular medical check-ups during Men's Health Month. Men's Health Month, observed annually in June, seeks to raise awareness about preventable health conditions affecting men and boys and to encourage healthy lifestyle choices that can lead to longer, healthier lives. One of the most important messages of Men's Health Month is the value of preventive healthcare. Many serious health conditions, including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, and kidney disease, can develop gradually and without noticeable symptoms....
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June 17, 2026 No comments
MP Lacroes: Prime Minister’s Statement Raises More Questions than Answers
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Member of Parliament (MP) Francisco Lacroes has sharply criticized the Prime Minister’s recent statement claiming that no formal complaints exist within the Ministry of VSA, calling it a serious misrepresentation of how whistleblower protections, integrity investigations, and good governance are required to function under both national and internationally recognized standards. According to MP Lacroes, the statement does not resolve concerns surrounding the matter. Instead, it reinforces the very reasons why Parliament unanimously called for an independent investigation. “The Prime Minister's statement raises more questions than answers,” Lacroes stated. “It is unacceptable by any standard that a sitting Prime Minister would rely on internal assurances to dismiss the possibility of complaints, particularly where those concerns may relate to...
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