September 11, 2026
St. Dominic High School earns strong marks in 2026 IB Diploma Program evaluation | The Peoples TribuneSXM Talks — Latest News from St. Maarten / St. Martin
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September 11, 2026
Heyliger hospitalized after immediate medical referral, condition remains unclear | The Peoples Tribune
September 11, 2026
Zara Opens Caribbean’s Largest Store in Curaçao | The Peoples Tribune
September 11, 2026
Netherlands backs EU-wide social media age limit, pushes minimum age of 15 | The Peoples TribuneTHE HAGUE--The Dutch government is backing an enforceable European minimum age for social media, joining Spain in calling for a single approach across the European Union as concern grows over children’s exposure to addictive algorithms, harmful content and other online ri...
September 11, 2026
Ministry of VSA Advises Residents to Take Precautionary Measures During Air Quality Advisory | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA) is advising the public to take necessary precautions following the Air Quality Advisory issued by the Meteorological Department St. Maarten, which indicates that deteriorating air qual...
September 11, 2026
Royal Netherlands Marines Corps Host Bootcamp Initiative for Students at St. Maarten Vocational Training School | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On Wednesday, 9 September 2026, students at the St. Maarten Vocational Training School (SVTS) took part in a hands-on bootcamp initiative led by the Royal Netherlands Marines Corps, giving young people on the island a firsthand look at military disci...
September 11, 2026
St. Dominic High School Celebrates Strong IB Diploma Programme Evaluation Results | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (SOUTH REWARD) - St. Dominic High School is pleased to share the official results of its 2026 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme evaluation. The three-day evaluation took place in late March and early April 2026 and was conducted by evaluators from the...
September 11, 2026
Operación coordinada refuerza la seguridad fronteriza y apoya los esfuerzos de Sint Maarten contra la trata de personas. | The Daily HeraldCAY HILL--La Policía de Sint Maarten (KPSM), en estrecha colaboración con el Departamento de Aduanas, la Real Gendarmería (KMAR) y el Departamento de Inmigración de Sint Maarten, llevó a cabo una operación coordinada en un hotel de la zona de Cay Hill. Esta operación conjunta...
September 11, 2026
ROADS: Watch out for the new speed bumps | FaxinfoThe speed bump have appeared in several neighborhoods of Saint-Martin, as part of renovation work. Their installation, scheduled from September 7 to 30, was reportedly decided in consultation with the road safety services of the Community. For both motorists and two-whe...
September 11, 2026
COURT: 8 months in prison for a fight in a bakery | FaxinfoOn November 13, 2025, a fight broke out in a bakery in Hope Estate between two women: the ex-partner and the wife of a man. On Thursday, September 3, the court sentenced the man to eight months in prison for, among other things, dragging his ex-partner by her hair in the baker...
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September 11, 2026
AIR TRANSPORT: Air France prepares for the arrival of the A350 in Saint-Martin | FaxinfoFrom February 1, 2027, Air France will deploy its Airbus A350-900 departing from Saint Martin via Juliana Airport, with up to 14 weekly flights to Paris-Charles de Gaulle. A new step for the 8th best airline in the world, which has been present on the island since 1975. ...
Read more : AIR TRANSPORT: Air France prepares for the arrival of the A350 in Saint-Martin | Faxinfo
September 11, 2026
Coordinated Enforcement Action Strengthens Border Security and Supports Sint Maarten’s Efforts Against Human Trafficking. | Government of Sint Maarten
The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM), in close cooperation with the Customs Department, KoninklijkeMarechaussee (KMAR), and the Immigration Department of Sint Maarten, carried out a coordinated enforcement action at a hotel establishment in the Cay Hill area....
September 11, 2026
SPORTS EVENT / Beach Games: four disciplines to discover in Orient Bay | Faxinfo
Le Territorial Olympic Committee of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin (CTOS SBSM) invites the public to a meeting this Sunday, September 13, from 15 p.m. to 17 p.m., on Waï Beach in Orient Bay, for the 2nd edition of the Beach Games A free afternoon dedicated to discovery and...
September 11, 2026
THEATRE: A day to discover the 6th art | FaxinfoLe La Chapelle Theater organizes an information and registration day for children, teenagers and adults, this Saturday, September 12th, from 10am to 18pm , at Orient Bay. The only theatre in Saint-Martin, La Chapelle offers the opportunity to discover or delve deeper into the...
September 11, 2026
COASTAL LONG-WAY: Two sessions to discover coastal long-distance walking | FaxinfoLooking to try a new sport this fall? The Friendly Longe-Côte supports two introductory sessions Open to all levels from age 15. This discipline consists of walking in seawater, immersed up to the waist or chest. The first appointment is scheduled for this Friday,...
September 11, 2026
ATHLETICS: Lace up your sneakers and discover athletics! | FaxinfoL'Avenir Sportif Club de Saint-Martin offers a morning of athletics discovery for the children from 4 to 11 years old, ce Saturday, September 12 at 9 p.m. , at the Vanterpool Sports Hall. The program includes workshops, obstacle courses, and team challenges to immerse yourself...
September 11, 2026
Xtratight Entertainment introduces AROMA, St. Maarten’s Multicultural Food & Music Festival | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--St. Maarten’s Multicultural Food & Music Festival will take place on Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the APS Parking Lot. Admission will be FREE. St. Maarten is home to people and cultures from around the world, and that diversity can...
September 11, 2026
Bernadette Venthou-Dumaine announces candidacy for Senate Election in St. Martin | The Daily HeraldBernadette Venthou-Dumaine. ST. MARTIN--Bernadette Venthou-Dumaine, an independent Territorial Councillor, school principal and teacher who undertook training at Sciences Po Paris during her term of office, officially filed her candidacy for the Senate election on the morning...
September 10, 2026
CPS Encourages Men to Learn About Prostate Cancer and Discuss Screening with Their Doctor | Government of Sint MaartenThe Collective Prevention Service (CPS), an executive agency of the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), is joining the Non-Governmental Organization community in adding its voice to encouraging men to become informed about prostate cancer, understand...
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September 10, 2026
Police crash vehicle en route to armed robbery at Cupe Coy supermarketOn Wednesday, September 9, 2026, shortly before 5:00 PM, the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) received several calls of an armed robbery at a Chinese supermarket located on Jordan Road in the Cupe-coy area.
Read more : Police crash vehicle en route to armed robbery at Cupe Coy supermarket
September 10, 2026
Air Quality Advisory | The Daily Herald
SIMPSON BAY--The Meteorological Department of St. Maarten (MD) announced that air quality across St. Maarten is forecast to further deteriorate and reach the "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" category. Consequently, an Air Quality Advisory will be issued later today.
September 10, 2026
GEBE offices closes at 12pm today for system upgrade | The Daily Herald
A sample receipt that will be issued during the upgrade. PHILIPSBURG--NV GEBE offices will close to the public at 12:00 noon on Thursday, September 10, as the utility company carries out a system upgrade that will temporarily change some of its normal processes. The offices wi...
September 08, 2026
Gumbs: Putting limits on use of govt vehicles can reduce costs | The Daily HeraldPHILIPSBURG--Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs says putting limits on the use of government vehicles is an area where government can reduce costs with potential savings in vehicle maintenance, purchases and fuel. Gumbs made the remarks during a press conference at Parliamen...
September 08, 2026
Four in 10 dutch 15-year-olds lack basic reading skills as literacy decline deepens | The Peoples TribuneTHE HAGUE--Nearly four in every 10 Dutch 15-year-olds do not have the minimum reading proficiency considered necessary to fully participate in society, according to the latest international PISA results, deepening concerns over declining literacy levels in the Netherlands. Mor...
September 08, 2026
Draft 2027 budget projects Cg 670.3 million in revenue, Cg 662.2 million in expenses | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--The Government of St. Maarten is projecting Cg 670.3 million in revenue against Cg 662.2 million in current expenditures in its Draft 2027 National Budget, leaving a positive difference of approximately Cg 8.1 million. The proposed budget also includes Cg 221.2...
