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VROMI MINISTER GUMBS RECEIVES HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR BELVEDERE
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Sint Maartener Dejon Daly, a student at the Breda University of Applied Sciences, submitted his final thesis to the Ministry of VROMI, concluding his six-month internship. Dejon’s thesis, ‘Entitled Resilience through Spatial Design’, presents scenarios for the development of Belvedere North, which was purchased by the Government earlier this year. Daly and the Minister worked closely in formulating his research question “How can urban design interventions empower Sint Maarten communities to build and maintain hurricane resilience through strategic public space, infrastructure, and neighborhood design”. He was given access to develop the recently purchased Belvedere parcel, meeting with several stakeholders throughout the Ministry of VROMI including the Policy, Infrastructure, and New Works Departments as well as the Ministry...
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Justice Partners Unite to Strengthen Public Safety and Enforcement Efforts
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) hosted a high-level coordination meeting on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the Philipsburg Police Station, bringing together representatives from KPSM, Immigration and Border Protection Services, Customs, and other personnel within the Ministry of Justice. The session focused on developing joint strategies, improving information-sharing, and identifying areas where combined enforcement and investigative efforts can produce more effective results. Particular attention was given to joint operations, coordinated enforcement actions, information sharing and investigations that can benefit from a multi-agency approach. The management teams agreed that the challenges facing the community today require a united response from all relevant authorities. By combining resources, expertise, and operational capabilities, the various departments can better address...
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Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunset Donates Digital TV Screen to Louis Constant Fleming Hospital Maternity Ward
SAINT-MARTIN (MARIGOT) - Every mother deserves access to information and support as she begins one of life's most important journeys. With that belief in mind, the Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunset presented a large digital television screen to the maternity ward of Louis Constant Fleming Hospital on June 17, 2026, to help strengthen maternal and child health education for families across the island. The television will be installed in a dedicated educational room where expectant and new mothers will be able to view instructional videos and demonstrations on essential topics such as breastfeeding, bathing newborns, infant care, and other important practices that contribute to the health and well-being of both mother and child. The donation reflects Rotary's commitment to Maternal and...
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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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ODM Calls on Construction Sector to Ensure Building Sites are Storm-Hurricane Ready
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – The Ministry of General Affairs' Office of Disaster Management (ODM) is calling on contractors, builders, developers, and trenching and excavation companies to ensure that comprehensive storm-ready plans are in place for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season. The first named storm of the season Arthur formed on Wednesday near the coasts of the U.S. state of Texas, however has since dissipated. With construction activities taking place across the country, ODM is emphasizing the importance of securing building sites and construction materials in advance of any tropical storm or hurricane threat. Building materials, equipment, and construction debris left unsecured can pose significant risks to public safety and property during severe weather conditions. Contractors and site managers are reminded that...
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