November 02, 2026
Local Auditor Mariana Fleming Completes requirements for highest Dutch accounting qualification | The Peoples TribuneSXM Talks — Latest News from St. Maarten / St. Martin
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November 02, 2026
MP York: "It shouldn't take six months to identify and fix a pothole." | The Peoples Tribune
November 02, 2026
MP York: Govt must fix garbage collection, but residents must also take responsibility for cleanliness | The Peoples Tribune
November 02, 2026
Cft welcomes progress in 2027 Budget Process, seeks greater clarity on investments | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--The Financial Supervision Board (Cft) has acknowledged the Government of St. Maarten's efforts to improve its budget preparation process, noting that the country is on track to adopt its 2027 budget within the required timeframe. While the supervisory body iden...
November 02, 2026
Stories of St. Maarten brings local authors into classrooms | The Daily HeraldSt. Joseph School Group 5 pupils with local author Tamara Leonard, their class teacher Tr. Shudeska Leonard, reading volunteers (Marisca Hunt-Peterson and Jillianne Maria), Philipsburg Cultural Center Director Kaishah Peters and Programme Manager Kenty Lichtenberg. PHILIPSBURG...
November 02, 2026
COCI submits proposed decree to introduce electronic voting | The Daily HeraldCOCI representatives handing over the proposed decree to TEATT Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten. PHILIPSBURG--The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) has submitted a proposed National Decree Containing General Measures LBHAM to introduce electronic voting, with...
November 02, 2026
Scooter and car collide, victim reportedly run over afterwardsThe Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is currently investigating a serious traffic accident that occurred on Bush Road shortly before 4:00 a.m. on Monday, November 2, 2026. Central Police Dispatch received a report of a male lying on the roadway next to a scooter following a traffic accident. Police patrols, detectives, and personnel from the Traffic Department were immediately dispatched to the scene.
November 02, 2026
Stories of St. Maarten Brings Local Literature into the Classroom. Empowering Young Readers | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Philipsburg Cultural and Community Center (PCCC), with funding from the Nederlands Letterenfonds (Dutch Foundation for Literature), continues to bring Caribbean stories into local classrooms through Stories of St. Maarten – A Year of Reading &...
November 02, 2026
IVSA Teams Up with Altus Communication to Improve Public Access and Digital Services | Government of Sint MaartenAlongside the organizational and legislative reforms underway at IVSA, the Inspectorate is investing in the systems and services needed to move the reform process forward. IVSA is working with Altus Communication and Website Design to improve internal communication, strengthen...
November 02, 2026
IVSA Partners with Inspired Psychology to Strengthen Team Collaboration and Internal Development | Government of Sint MaartenAlongside the organizational and legislative reforms underway at IVSA, the Inspectorate is investing in the people and professionals who will move the reform process forward. IVSA recognizes that understanding how the organization functions—and how its team can work more effec...
Local News
November 02, 2026
Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell Attends Diplomatic Gathering Hosted by Mayor of The Hague | Government of Sint MaartenMinister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, recently attended a diplomatic gathering hosted by the Mayor of The Hague, Jan van Zanen. The event brought together members of the diplomatic community in The Hague, providing an opportunity for international representatives...
Read more : Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell Attends Diplomatic Gathering Hosted by Mayor of The Hague | Government of Sint Maarten
November 02, 2026
Grisha seeks clarification on Anguilla’s proposed cruising permit framework | The Daily Herald
A scene during the event. POND ISLAND--Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication Grisha Heyliger-Marten is seeking ministerial dialogue with Anguilla over proposed cruising permits and immigration procedures that St. Maarten’s boat tour and charter...
November 02, 2026
Thirty seniors learn to protect themselves from cybercrime | The Daily Herald
Inspired participants gathered for the “Feel Safe Online!” workshop with cybersecurity expert Erik Jan Koedijk, organised by Foresee Foundation and community partners on October 31, at the 4CF Impact Hub on St. Maarten. PHILIPSBURG--Thirty seniors took part in a free cybersecu...
November 01, 2026
Fourth Edition of Let’s Talk Art to showcase history, heritage traditions and creative talent | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Member of Parliament Darryl York is encouraging the public to support the fourth edition of Let’s Talk Art, a cultural event scheduled for Sunday, November 29, 2026, at Emilio’s Restaurant, which will bring together St. Maarten’s history, heritage, artistic expressi...
November 01, 2026
Labega pushes inter-ministerial coordination and sustainable funding for poverty reduction | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--With the Parliament debate on the 2027 national budget expected to begin this week, Member of Parliament (MP) Dimar Labega has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring the implementation of the National Poverty Reduction Strategy, calling for stronger coordination amon...
November 01, 2026
Women’s health must remain a year-round priority, Minister Connor says during SMMC visit | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), Hon. Claret Connor, visited the St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) on Saturday in support of its Women’s Health Day initiative, organized in collaboration with the Elektralyets Foundation and Positiv...
November 01, 2026
Telem receives recognition for supporting Oswald Francis' children's book | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Telem Group has been recognized for its contribution to the publication and distribution of In Emilio Wilson Park with Uncle Joe , the debut children's book by veteran St. Maarten educator Oswald Francis. The company, which joined the initiative as a Silver Lit...
November 01, 2026
The Netherlands makes Caribbean military monitoring permanent | The Peoples TribuneTHE HAGUE-The Kingdom Council of Ministers has approved a permanent assignment for the Dutch Ministry of Defence to monitor military and security developments throughout the Caribbean Sea and surrounding region, citing increasing geopolitical tensions and the possibility that...
November 01, 2026
Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell Attends Diplomatic Gathering Hosted by Mayor of The Hague | SoualiganewsdayTHE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, recently attended a diplomatic gathering hosted by the Mayor of The Hague, Jan van Zanen. The event brought together members of the diplomatic community in The Hague, providing an opportunity for...
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October 28, 2026
Grisha says she already has possible solution for GEBE fuel costs, awaits written proposal | The Daily HeraldPHILIPSBURG--Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunications (TEATT) Grisha Heyliger-Marten says she already has a direction and a possible solution regarding the fuel cost build-up affecting GEBE customers, but wants the findings and proposed way forwa...
Read more : Grisha says she already has possible solution for GEBE fuel costs, awaits written proposal | The Daily Herald
October 28, 2026
TEATT Minister calls ATV operators to the table over road safety and traffic concerns | The Peoples Tribune
GREAT BAY--Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication (TEATT) Grisha Heyliger-Marten will meet with ATV tour operators and representatives of the Ministries of VROMI and Justice this week to address growing concerns about road safety, traffic obstru...
October 27, 2026
COURT: Two jewelry store robbers sentenced | Faxinfo
En July 2022 , a Marigot jewelry store gets robbed by two hooded and armed men They fled in a white van driven by a third individual, with a estimated loot between €15.000 and €20.000 On Thursday, October 15, one of the two robbers appeared in court. videoconference from Guade...
October 25, 2026
SER says government delays prevented issuance of advice, disrupted its work | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--The Social Economic Council (SER) of St. Maarten has identified significant administrative delays at the Ministry of General Affairs as a major obstacle to carrying out its statutory responsibilities, revealing that Government's failure to finalize required appointm...
October 23, 2026
St. Maarten loses a champion of arts, crafts and cultural heritage | The Daily HeraldPHILIPSBURG--The community of St. Maarten is in deep mourning following the passing of Esther Narcisco-Williams, a monumental pillar of the island’s arts and crafts, theatre, and cultural heritage. Recognised as one of the nation's most treasured cultural icons, Narcisco-Willi...
October 22, 2026
Bell sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexual abuse | The Daily Herald PHILIPSBURG--Aartwichgt Anthony Bell was sentenced to 10 years’ unconditional imprisonment and ordered to pay 50,000 Caribbean Guilders in compensation to the victim when the court delivered its verdict on Thursday, October 22. The verdict was communicated to Bell...
