July 22, 2026 No comments
Historic Moment FYI Initiative Foundation Introduces Saba’s Youth to Living Statues
SINT MAARTEN/SABA - A historic cultural moment unfolded at the Child Focus Foundation as children participating in the 2026 Summer Cultural Exchange Program presented a mini–Living Statue Presentation—introducing young participants in Saba to the discipline, creativity and theatrical expression of living-statue performance. Organized by the Funtopia Youth Initiative Foundation, in partnership with the Child Focus Foundation, the workshop allowed students to experience living statues as a complete performing art form rather than simply standing still. Throughout the program, students learned character development, controlled breathing techniques, concentration, facial expression, statue poses, slow-motion movement and methods of silently engaging an audience. They also participated in painting and preparing their own costumes, giving them hands-on experience in transforming an artistic concept into a fully developed...
Read more
July 22, 2026 No comments
MP Lewis Calls for Immediate Action Against Illegal Transportation Operators
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Nation Opportunity Wealth (NOW) Member of Parliament (MP) and Vice Chairman of the Justice Committee, Lyndon Lewis, is calling on the Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transportation and Telecommunication (TEATT), Grisha Heyligar-Marten, and the Minister of Justice, Nathalie Tackling, to immediately strengthen the enforcement of laws governing illegal transportation services operating throughout Sint Maarten. MP Lewis expressed serious concern over the increasing number of individuals providing illegal taxi, bus, and tour services. These individuals are legally required to hold permits or licenses, undergo inspections, and obtain authorization to carry out said services. According to MP Lewis, numerous complaints have been brought to his attention regarding private vehicles being outfitted with taxi and tour signs while operating...
Read more
July 22, 2026 No comments
sxSMSF Heads to the Centro Caribe Sports General Assembly 2026 CAC Games 2026
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Sint Maarten Sports Federation (SMSF) will be represented at the upcoming Centro Caribe Sports (CCS) General Assembly 2026, taking place in Santo Domingo just days before the Opening Ceremony of the CAC Games 2026 – Santo Domingo. Representing SMSF will be President Naomi Korstanje and Secretary General Maria Collazos-Cotton, as Sint Maarten marks its second year back on the regional stage within the Centro Caribe Sports family of more than 35 countries and territories. As a member of Centro Caribe Sports, SMSF's participation in the General Assembly is fully covered through its CCS affiliation. The Assembly provides an important opportunity for SMSF to strengthen relationships with National Olympic Committees and fellow sports organizations across the Caribbean and...
Read more
July 21, 2026 No comments
Heyliger-Marten convenes BTP review. GEBE to substantiate tariff information by July 27
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Traffic and Telecommunication Grisha Heyliger-Marten met with the Bureau Telecommunication and Post (BTP) on Tuesday to assess the implementation of the new supervisory framework for utilities company GEBE and establish the status of BTP’s review of the latest fuel-clause adjustment. BTP informed the Minister that GEBE submitted most of the information requested in its July 13 letter. However, portions of the documentation were unclear and require further substantiation before BTP can complete its assessment. BTP has given GEBE until July 27 to provide the additional information. GEBE has indicated that it intends to meet the deadline. The meeting also confirmed that BTP did not receive the supporting information needed to validate the latest...
Read more
July 21, 2026 No comments
Caribbean Literature Day 2026 Celebration Highlights Growing Literary Voices and Strengthens Culture of Reading
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Sint Maarten Library, Conscious Lyrics Foundation, and Tiny Lib’s Coffee & Soda Biscuits Association extend their sincere appreciation to everyone who viewed, supported, and engaged with the Caribbean Literature Day 2026 Children’s Literature Authors Panel. The virtual commemoration connected audiences from Sint Maarten, Saint Martin, the wider Caribbean, and beyond in celebration of local literary voices and Caribbean storytelling. Introduced by the House of Nehesi Publishers (HNP) in 2020 during the 18th annual St. Martin Book Fair, Caribbean Literature Day honors Caribbean writers, poets, storytellers, publishers, educators, and readers while recognizing literature’s role in preserving the region’s history, culture, traditions, languages, and identity. As part of the St. Martin Book Fair 2026’s literary engagement, this year’s...
Read more
