September 17, 2025 No comments
MP Irion Calls for Question Hour on Central Bank Chairman Appointment
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Member of Parliament (MP) Ardwell Irion has officially submitted a request for a Question Hour with the Minister of Finance, Ms. Marinka Gumbs, regarding the recent appointment process of the Chairman of the Central Bank of Curaçao and Sint Maarten (CBCS). In his request to Parliament, MP Irion emphasized that serious questions remain about the transparency, legality, and procedures followed in this appointment. The Central Bank plays a pivotal role in safeguarding financial stability, supervising the banking sector, and protecting the credibility of both Sint Maarten and Curaçao’s financial systems. “The appointment of a Central Bank Chairman is not a symbolic matter; it goes to the very heart of financial governance and trust. Parliament and the people...
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September 17, 2025 No comments
Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten Attends Food Security SummitX in Dubai
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - While in Dubai attending the 28th Universal Postal Congress, Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunications (TEATT), Grisha Heyliger-Marten, also took the opportunity to participate in the opening day of the Food Security SummitX 2025. The international forum brought together policymakers, innovators, and experts to exchange ideas and best practices on sustainability, agricultural innovation, and global food security. Minister Heyliger-Marten highlighted that the Food Security Summit was highly informative and provided valuable insights into international best practices that can be tailored to St. Maarten’s unique context. "The Food Security SummitX in Dubai has reinforced how critical it is for small island nations like ours to learn from global expertise," said Minister Heyliger-Marten. "The strategies, technologies, and solutions...
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September 17, 2025 No comments
Elderly Celebration Set to Be a Great Success
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - All tickets for the International Day of Older Persons – Elderly Celebration Dinner have now been allocated, confirming that this special event in honor of Sint Maarten’s senior citizens is set to be a resounding success. The celebration will pay tribute to the invaluable and lifelong contributions of our elderly to the growth and development of Sint Maarten. The Minister expressed great enthusiasm at the overwhelming response, noting how heartening it is to see the community embrace this initiative and secure their participation. He emphasized that honoring the elderly is not only an act of gratitude, but also a recognition of their continued value in shaping our society. In addition, the wider community is encouraged to join in the spirit...
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September 17, 2025 No comments
CPS: Prostate Cancer – Man Up and Get a Check Up
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – As part of its annual Health Observances Calendar (HOC), the Collective Prevention Service (CPS), is calling on the male population of Sint Maarten to “Man Up and Get a Check Up” with respect to prostate cancer. Prostate cancer poses a significant public health challenge in the Caribbean, with the region facing some of the highest incidence and mortality rates globally. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men, and while it often grows slowly in its early stages, awareness is key for early detection and effective treatment. The prostate is a small gland located below the bladder that is part of the male reproductive system. In the early stages of prostate cancer, men may...
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September 16, 2025 No comments
Sint Maarten Library Announces Demolition of Old Building, Paving the Way for a Modern Future
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Sint Maarten Library Board proudly announces the official start of the demolition of its former library building, which was severely damaged by Hurricane Irma in 2017. This milestone marks not just the clearing away of bricks and mortar, but the beginning of a new chapter in the cultural and educational heart of Sint Maarten. Since the devastation eight years ago, the Library has continued to serve the community from a smaller, temporary location, ensuring access to knowledge, literacy programs, and cultural activities. Now, with the demolition of the old site, preparations are underway for the construction of a modern, innovative library that will meet the needs of current and future generations. “This is more...
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