October 31, 2026 No comments
THE JOY AND RHYTHM OF STRATEGIC VISIONARY LEADERSHIP
SINT MAARTEN (COMMENTARY - Brian Meade) - In an age defined by geopolitical uncertainty, economic realignment, technological disruption, climate challenges, and social polarization, the world stands in desperate need not merely of leaders, but of visionary leaders. Leadership today cannot be confined to managing crises. It must inspire hope, create alignment, and orchestrate progress. Strategic visionary leadership is the art of seeing beyond today's headlines into tomorrow's possibilities, and perhaps its greatest reward is the joy and rhythm that emerge when vision and action move in harmony. Too often, leadership is portrayed as a burden of endless decisions, conflicts, and sacrifices. While these realities exist, genuinely effective leadership possesses an almost musical quality. Like a skilled conductor standing before an orchestra,...
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October 30, 2026 No comments
St. Maarten Science Fair Foundation Announces Interest from 10 Schools for 2027. Honors 2026 Sponsors
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The St. Maarten Science Fair Foundation (SMSFF) announced that ten high schools have already expressed preliminary interest in participating in Science Week 2027. The event will take place from March 8 to 13, with the awards ceremony scheduled for March 20, 2027. Science Week 2027 will carry the theme Turning Curiosity into Change and the subtheme Young Minds. Bold Ideas. A Better Future. Schools have expressed interest in activities including the art competition, National Science Fair, STEAM field trips, robotics program, and planned Science Ambassador Program. The announcement was made during the Foundation’s Sponsor Appreciation Happy Hour on October 29, which honored the businesses and organizations that made Science Week 2026 possible. The evening featured a presentation...
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October 30, 2026 No comments
Minister of Finance Welcomes Officer Altenor Home. Congratulates Her on Successful Completion of Specialized Training
SINT MAARTEN (GRETA BAY) - The Honorable Marinka J. Gumbs, Minister of Finance, warmly welcomes Officer Altenor home following her successful completion of the Document Examination, Doc-2 training programme conducted by the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee’s Training, Education and Knowledge Centre (OTCKMar) in the Netherlands from October 8 to 23, 2026. Minister Gumbs expressed her pride in Officer Altenor’s accomplishment, highlighting the importance of recognizing public servants who take the initiative to strengthen their knowledge and professional skills. “I am very happy to welcome Officer Altenor home and congratulate her on this achievement. It is always a proud moment when one of our own returns with new knowledge and experience that can benefit both her colleagues and our country. I hope she takes...
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October 30, 2026 No comments
MP Dimar Labega Inspires CFY Students at USM
SINT MAARTEN (POND ISLAND) - University of St. Martin (USM) Caribbean Foundation Year (CFY) students welcomed Member of Parliament Dimar Labega for an interactive pep talk on Wednesday, October 28, focused on networking, collaboration, and making the most of their college experience. Khalil Raven accompanied MP Labega in support and engaged with students during the discussion. No stranger to CFY, MP Labega shared experiences from his own college journey and encouraged students to take their studies seriously. He reflected on how the tools and resources available to students have changed since his college years, urging them to use today’s opportunities to develop their ideas and pursue their goals. Networking was a central theme of his message. MP Labega encouraged students to build...
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October 29, 2026 No comments
“Caregiving Cannot Remain Invisible in Our National Conversation” — Nzinga Lake
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - What began as a deeply personal conversation about caregiving became an emotional moment of connection for community advocate Nzinga Lake, whose heartfelt radio interview on Thursday moved listeners to reach out and share their own experiences, struggles, and emotions. Appearing on PJD2 Radio's The Breakfast Lounge with Lady Grace in observance of the United Nations International Day of Care and Support, Lake spoke openly about caring for her aging parents alongside her siblings, the sacrifices that caregiving can demand, and the importance of remembering those who spend much of their lives caring for others. At moments, the weight of that experience brought Lake to tears. Following the interview, she received numerous telephone calls from women and men who...
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