July 27, 2026
Possible MarineMax sale includes two of St. Maarten’s major marinas | The Peoples TribuneSXM Talks — Latest News from St. Maarten / St. Martin
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July 27, 2026
ONESXM: Decolonization is an international responsibility, not France’s internal affair | The Peoples Tribune
July 27, 2026
Huge fire at Corito Landfill Site still burning but now contained | The Daily Herald
July 27, 2026
SZV targets medication costs, referrals and fraud to stabilize healthcare funds | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Social and Health Insurances, SZV, says it is implementing a Financial Sustainability Strategy aimed at controlling healthcare costs, improving premium collection, preventing fraud and reducing dependence on costly overseas medical referrals. SZV outlined the measur...
July 27, 2026
Cultural Xpression officially returns celebrating culture, community and lifestyle | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Cultural Xpression has announced its official relaunch, marking a new chapter for the independent multimedia platform dedicated to culture, creativity, entrepreneurship, wellness and community development. Founded in 2015, Cultural Xpression was created to prov...
July 27, 2026
Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs provides public updates on activities through Finance Forward Newsletter | The Peoples TribunePHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten: Minister of Finance Marinka Gumbs has made the first two editions of the Ministry of Finance’s Finance Forward newsletter available to the public, providing updates on the Ministry’s activities during the first two quarters of the year. The digital ne...
July 27, 2026
SMMC publishes 2025 Annual Report. Clean Audit Opinion on 2025 Financial Statements | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (CAY HILL) - St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) recently published its 2025 Annual Report. The report includes sections from SMMC’s Supervisory Council, Board of Directors, and External Auditor BDO B.V., as well as 2025 highlights, chapters on medical and patient c...
July 27, 2026
Dance and Arts Dimensions Academy Students pay Courtesy Visit to the Cabinet Minister Plenipotentiary | SoualiganewsdayTHE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Recently students of the Dance and Arts Dimensions Academy Foundation (DADA) paid a courtesy visit to the Cabinet of the Minister Plenipotentiary of Sint Maarten where Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita Arrindell and Cabinet staff welcomed the...
July 27, 2026
NV GEBE Encourages Responsible Energy and Water Conservation | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - With the escalating situation in the Middle East contributing to rising fuel prices and uncertainty in global energy markets, NV GEBE is encouraging customers to use electricity and water wisely. “Although these developments are beyond our control, t...
July 27, 2026
Gasoline price to be adjusted on Tuesday while Diesel prices remain unchanged | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (PHILIPSBURG) – On Tuesday, July 26 th , fuel pump prices will be adjusted at 6:00 AM for gasoline while diesel remains unchanged. The current price of unleaded gasoline is Naf.2.940 per liter, will be adjusted to the new price of Naf.3.076 per liter. The cu...
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July 27, 2026
TEAM ST MAARTEN EARNS RUNNER-UP FINISH AT 2026 THREE COUNTRY TOURNAMENT | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (MULLET BAY) - Teams of 20 players each representing the 3 countries of St Maarten, St Martin and Anguilla recently played the “3 Country’s Golf Tournament”. The Sint Maarten Golf Association proudly congratulates Team Sint Maarten on an outstanding runner-up fini...
Read more : TEAM ST MAARTEN EARNS RUNNER-UP FINISH AT 2026 THREE COUNTRY TOURNAMENT | Soualiganewsday
July 27, 2026
PJIA builds Aviation Training Academy as nine ATS trainees earn FDO certification | The Peoples Tribune
SXM AIRPORT--Princess Juliana International Airport is developing the PJIA Aviation Training Academy, an initiative intended to bring essential aviation training to St. Maarten and eventually serve professionals from neighbouring islands. For many years, aspiring air traf...
July 27, 2026
Wathey remembered for vision and resolve that transformed St. Maarten | The Daily Herald
Family members and guests release doves and white biodegradable balloons at the conclusion of the official centennial programme at Port St. Maarten. POINT BLANCHE--For many the name Claude Wathey recalls an era when the island was smaller, opportunities were fewer and i...
July 27, 2026
King Fyah wins Saba Road March Crown | The Daily HeraldKing Fyah singing his winning song with flag-waving supporters dancing on stage. (Photo by Dimetri Whitfield) SABA--King Fyah has won Saba Carnival’s Road March competition after a heated performance on Saturday night that began on a fire truck. A firefighter by trade,...
July 26, 2026
Williams: Authorities were pressured to prosecute Claude Wathey. “The Hague was determined to bring Claude Wathey down” | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Former journalist Eddie Williams alleged that senior judicial authorities in the former Netherlands Antilles were instructed and pressured by representatives of the Dutch government to secure the prosecution and conviction of the late Dr. Claude Wathey. William...
July 26, 2026
A BOOK LAUNCH TO REMEMBER — BOOKS SOLD OUT! In Emilio Wilson Park with Uncle Joe | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On Sunday, July 19th, 2026, the historic Emilio Wilson Museum came alive as Victorious Living Publishing launched In Emilio Wilson Park with Uncle Joe , the debut book by veteran educator Oswald Francis . Before a full house of family, dignitaries, a...
July 26, 2026
Jason Lista: The word politician is too small for Claude Wathey | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Jason Lista, grandson of the late Dr. Claude Wathey, said the word “politician” is too limited to capture the life, leadership and national impact of the man he described as the Father of his Country and dubbed "the ole man" as the most consequential leader St....
July 26, 2026
Wescot-Williams calls for renewed commitment to nation-building at Dr. Claude Wathey Centennial | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Chairlady of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams has called on the people and leaders of St. Maarten to reclaim nation-building as a shared national responsibility, describing it as the most meaningful tribute that can be paid to the late Dr. Claude Wathey. Wescot...
July 26, 2026
Heyliger-Marten marks Wathey Centennial, calls for his vision and service to be carried forward | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication Grisha Heyliger-Marten marked the centennial of Dr. Albert Claudius “Claude” Wathey with a reflection on his family life, political leadership and role in transforming S...
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July 27, 2026
Two Persons Extricated from Vehicle that Rolls Down Hillside by Emergency Services | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GUANA BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is investigating the circumstances surrounding a single vehicle accident that occurred in the Guana Bay area late Friday evening. At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Friday, July 24, KPSM Dispatch received a re...
Read more : Two Persons Extricated from Vehicle that Rolls Down Hillside by Emergency Services | Soualiganewsday
July 24, 2026
Betty Estate Shooting Incident Leaves Male Nursing Two Gunshot Wounds to the Legs | Soualiganewsday
SINT MAARTEN (BETTY ESTATE) - On Thursday, July 24, at approximately 7:30 a.m., KPSM Dispatch received a report of a shooting in the Betty Estate area. Patrol officers were immediately dispatched to the location. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from two...
July 23, 2026
Unpaid patient bills cost SMMC Cg. 10.1M in 2025 | The Daily Herald
CAY HILL--St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) had Cg. 10.1 million in uncollectible receivables and write-offs in 2025, up from Cg. 9.5 million in 2024, as the hospital continued to face challenges collecting payments from under-insured and uninsured patients. According to SMMC’...
July 23, 2026
Contour Airlines announces new nonstop service between St. Thomas and St. Maarten | The Peoples TribuneSXM AIRPORT--Contour Airlines today announced new nonstop service connecting two of the Caribbean's most iconic destinations: St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, and St. Maarten. The new route will operate between Cyril E. King Airport (STT) and Princess Juliana International Air...
July 22, 2026
GEBE given until July 27 to justify fuel-clause increase for BTP review | The Daily HeraldHead of BTP. Judianne Labega-Hoeve during meeting with Minister of TEATT, Grisha Heyliger-Marten, TEATT Chief of Staff, Otmar Jonis and Legal Council to the Minister of TEATT, Joeri Essed. POND ISLAND--The Bureau Telecommunication and Post (BTP) has given utilities company NV...
July 21, 2026
Scooter rider was arrested Monday morning with firearm | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On July 20th, at approximately 9:50 p.m., officers of the Korps Politie Sint Maarten (KPSM) Patrol Unit were conducting a routine patrol when they observed an individual riding a scooter. Officers attempted to stop the rider for a control;...
