September 23, 2026
Governor’s Symposium 2026 postponed, youth poetry and spoken word initiative launched | The Peoples TribuneSXM Talks — Latest News from St. Maarten / St. Martin
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September 23, 2026
Juliana: Mullet Bay masterplan must balance nature, recreation and development | The Peoples Tribune
September 23, 2026
Port St. Maarten joins regional talks on improving cruise visitor experience | The Peoples Tribune
September 23, 2026
PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN | The Daily HeraldDATE ISSUED: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 24th September 2026 WEATHER: This afternoon through tonight: Partly cloudy to cloudy with scattered showers. Isolated thunderstorms are likely. Thursda...
September 23, 2026
Religious Services Return to Point Blanche Prison | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Last Month inmates at Point Blanche Prison in Sint Maarten participated in the first religious services held at the facility in eight (8) months. The resumption of religious programming, following a suspension, marks an important step in expanding op...
September 23, 2026
WIB Hosts Prostate Cancer Awareness Discussion for Male Employees | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – As part of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the Windward Islands Bank (WIB) hosted a prostate cancer awareness discussion, bringing together male colleagues for an open conversation about men’s health, prostate cancer, and the importance of being pro...
September 23, 2026
Third Reading Festival Sint Maarten Edition Kicks Off Today | Government of Sint MaartenThe Third Reading Festival: Sint Maarten Edition is officially underway, with activities taking place this week leading up to the two day festival on September 25 and 26, 2026 . Stichting Biblionef Netherlands, in collaboration with the Ministry of Educat...
September 23, 2026
New St. Maarten Guyanese Association Board installed, Kirton calls for unity | The Daily HeraldMembers of the St. Maarten Guyanese Association along with pastors who were present at the installation ceremony. POND ISLAND--The new board of the St. Maarten Guyanese Association was installed during a meet-and-greet at the University of St. Martin (USM) on Saturday evening....
September 23, 2026
Religious Services Return to Point Blanche Prison | Government of Sint MaartenLast Month inmates at Point Blanche Prison in Sint Maarten participated in the first religious services held at the facility in eight (8) months. The resumption of religious programming, following a suspension, marks an important step in expanding opportunities for spiritual s...
September 23, 2026
Govt. moves Vocational Education Reform into implementation | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--The Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport (ECYS) has taken an important step toward strengthening vocational education and improving the connection between education and the labor market in St. Maarten. A Plan of Action for the reform has been approve...
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September 23, 2026
SOCIETY: What if the next flag of Saint-Martin was yours? | FaxinfoThe countdown has begun until September 30th at noon. . There is only one week left to the day to get out the pencils, markers, design software or simply let your imagination run wild and propose a visual identity for the territory. The competition is open to ever...
Read more : SOCIETY: What if the next flag of Saint-Martin was yours? | Faxinfo
September 23, 2026
CPS Closed from 10:00 AM on Friday | Government of Sint Maarten
The Collective Prevention Services (CPS), would like to inform the general public that the office at the Vineyard Building Office Park in Philipsburg will be closed as of 10:00 AM on Friday, September 25. The closure is related to a team building activity for the staff....
September 23, 2026
Minister Connor Attends Global Coalition on Aging UNGA Side Event in New York | Government of Sint Maarten
Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, attended a high-level side event hosted by the Global Coalition on Aging this afternoon in New York during the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly. The event brought together international leaders, health...
September 23, 2026
AWARD: Christophe Henocq made a Knight of the National Order of Merit | FaxinfoSurrounded by his family, friends, and colleagues, the archaeologist and scientist received the insignia of Knight of the National Order of Merit presented by Prefect Cyrille Le Vély. An award that recognizes several decades dedicated to the history and heritage of Saint-Marti...
September 23, 2026
CULTURE: Opera comes to Saint-Martin for a good cause | FaxinfoOn October 9th and 10st, the La Chapelle Theater will open its doors to opera singing with “The Voice of the Heart” , two benefit concerts organized by the Rotary Club Saint-Martin North An opportunity to discover a captivating musical universe , still often overlooked, to off...
September 23, 2026
Burial site, DNA testing concerns will likely delay reburial of Statia ancestors | The Peoples TribuneST. EUSTATIUS--The planned reburial of the remains of enslaved African ancestors unearthed at the Golden Rock archaeological site on St. Eustatius is likely to be officially postponed, as concerns continue over proposed DNA research, the permanent burial location and the level...
September 22, 2026
The Setai plans apprenticeships, internships, certifications and management track for locals | The Peoples TribuneINDIGO BAY--The Setai St. Maarten has outlined plans for a major local workforce development program that will include partnerships with St. Maarten schools, annual internships and apprenticeships, internationally recognized hospitality certification, culinary training and a d...
September 22, 2026
Netherlands joins international push for tighter control of advanced AI | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--The Netherlands has joined a group of international leaders calling for stronger controls over the world's most advanced artificial intelligence systems, warning that the speed at which AI is developing could exceed governments' ability to manage emerging safety and...
September 22, 2026
Minister Connor joins Kingdom delegation at UN as Trump delivers wide-ranging address | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA) Claret Connor was seated prominently near the front of the United Nations General Assembly Hall on Tuesday as United States President Donald Trump delivered his address during the opening day of the high-...
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On Wednesday, September 16, a man in his fifties appeared in court for “habitual violence” against his partner, with whom he had lived for 27 years, and illegal possession of firearms. After yet another violent incident, his wife decided to file a complaint, supported by a clo...
Read more : COURT / He hit her “by reflex”: a man on trial for domestic violence | Faxinfo
September 21, 2026
Immigration kiosks closed as personnel shortage affects public service | The Peoples Tribune
GREAT BAY- - A shortage of available personnel at the Immigration and Border Protection Services office on A.Th. Illidge Road on Monday has left its public service kiosks closed, once again showing how limited government capacity can quickly translate into delays for resi...
September 21, 2026
SZV LAUNCHES 2026 CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SURVEY | Soualiganewsday
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - SZV Social & Health Insurances is inviting clients to participate in its 2026 Customer Experience Survey, running from September 21 through October 2, 2026. The annual survey gives clients an opportunity to share their experiences with SZV servic...
September 21, 2026
Connor joins screening for prostate cancer campaign | The Daily HeraldVSA Minister Claret Connor being screened. PHILIPSBURG--More than 500 men have already been tested as part of the “Man UP, Check UP” prostate cancer awareness campaign, with Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor VSA Claret Connor urging men to take res...
September 17, 2026
Joanice Richardson elected as new WIFOL President, Thompson ousted | The Daily HeraldPHILIPSBURG--Theophilus Thompson is no longer president of the Workers Institute for Organized Labour Association (WIFOL) following a congress held at the WIFOL building on Thursday, September 17, during which members elected a new executive board. Retiree and businessm...
September 17, 2026
NV GEBE Advances Renewable Energy Plans with Solar and Battery Storage Site Inspections | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - As NV GEBE marked its 66th anniversary on September 16, 2026, the company also taking steps toward the future of energy on St. Maarten with site inspections related to its planned solar energy and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The in...
