October 17, 2026
USM Brings menopause into the open with community discussion on health and wellness | The Peoples TribuneSXM Talks — Latest News from St. Maarten / St. Martin
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October 16, 2026
St. Maarten records an astonishing 51% surge in U.S. air travel in September 2026 | The Peoples Tribune
October 16, 2026
Steflogix Director Stephanie Somersall completes Advanced International Training | The Peoples Tribune
October 17, 2026
St. Maarten, Saba and Statia Sign agreement to research ancestral links and slavery's legacy | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY- - St. Maarten, Saba and St. Eustatius have formally agreed to collaborate on genealogical and scientific research into the lasting legacy of slavery, with an initiative aimed at helping descendants trace their family histories, uncover ancestral connections and...
October 16, 2026
Caribbean cruise arrivals projected to reach 21 Million by 2031, FCCA Conference hears | The Peoples TribuneSAN JUAN-- Cruise passenger volumes in the Caribbean are projected to reach approximately 21 million by 2031, nearly double the 11 million recorded in 2019, as continued global industry expansion creates opportunities for Caribbean destinations to attract visitors, investment...
October 16, 2026
Dutch Officials to Visit St. Maarten, Saba and Statia to Explain Slavery Legacy Funding | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Nonprofit organizations in St. Maarten, Saba and St. Eustatius will have an opportunity next week to meet directly with Dutch government officials responsible for administering the Legacy to Future Funds, a subsidy program supporting Caribbean initiatives addressing...
October 16, 2026
Wescot-Williams: Tripartite advances dispute regulation, questions Kingdom Summit and country packages | The Peoples TribuneWILLEMSTAD--President of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams says the Parliaments of St. Maarten, Aruba and Curaçao must strengthen their collective influence within the Kingdom of the Netherlands and ensure that decisions affecting their countries are not made without meaningful...
October 16, 2026
KPSM calls on parents and guardians to remain vigilant | Government of Sint MaartenIn light of this incident, KPSM takes the opportunity to remind parents and guardians of the importance of knowing their children’s whereabouts, understanding their activities, and remaining actively involved in their daily lives. Parents are encouraged to maintai...
October 16, 2026
3 Naatya Arts Center dancers to perform in Guadeloupe Oct. 17 | The Daily HeraldThe trio who will perform at Association Shakti at Le Mole, Guadeloupe. PHILIPSBURG--Three dancers from Naatya Arts Center in St. Maarten will travel to Guadeloupe to perform at an event organised by Association Shakti on October 17. The dancers are Thrisha Nankani, Aparna Sam...
October 16, 2026
KPSM senior officer’s complete effective leadership training | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is pleased to announce that several of its senior officers successfully completed an effective leadership training program this week. The training focused on providing the officers with the knowledge, insight,...
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October 16, 2026
Prime Minister Mercelina Advocates Stronger Foreign Affairs Engagement during Meeting with Minister Berendsen | SoualiganewsdaySINT MAARTEN/THE HAGUE — Prime Minister Dr. Luc F. E. Mercelina arrived in the Netherlands today and immediately began his programme of official meetings, starting with Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs Tom Berendsen in The Hague. Their discussions addressed shifting geopoliti...
Read more : Prime Minister Mercelina Advocates Stronger Foreign Affairs Engagement during Meeting with Minister Berendsen | Soualiganewsday
October 16, 2026
Let’s ACT Final Showcase Celebrates Two Years of Culture, Creativity and Community | Soualiganewsday
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On Thursday 15 October 2026, more than 60 guests gathered at the Belair Community Center in Cay Hill for the Final Showcase of Let’s ACT program. The evening marked the close of a two-year program that supported nine local organizations in bringing t...
October 16, 2026
Why I Choose the Breadfruit Tree as a Symbol and Theme for My Podcasts | Soualiganewsday
SINT MAARTEN (COMMENTARY – By Brian Meade) - In a world obsessed with speed, trends, and instant gratification, I chose a different symbol for my podcasts: the breadfruit tree. It may seem like an unusual choice in an era dominated by sleek logos and digital branding, but to m...
October 16, 2026
Prime Minister Luc Mercelina Advocates Stronger Foreign Affairs Engagement in Sint Maarten During Meeting with Minister Tom Berendsen | Government of Sint MaartenPrime Minister Dr. Luc F. E. Mercelina arrived in the Netherlands today and immediately began his programme of official meetings, starting with Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs Tom Berendsen in The Hague. Their discussions addressed shifting geopolitical realities, with parti...
October 16, 2026
Litter on Little Bay Beach only weeks after coastal clean-up | The Daily HeraldTrash was found once again on Little Bay Beach less than a month after the ICC clean-up. Organisers call for greater public responsibility and government enforcement. LITTLE BAY--Less than a month after hundreds of volunteers collected hundreds of kilograms of litter fr...
October 16, 2026
Air Caraïbes launches daily flight between Guadeloupe and PJIA | The Daily HeraldCEO Karin Virapin and Commercial Director No ë lla Abitbol of Air Cara ï bes announced a daily flight between Guadeloupe and Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) as well the resumption of flights to Paris. SIMPSON BAY--Air Caraïbes will introduce a daily flight...
October 16, 2026
PINK OCTOBER: 2010 euros raised by the Archigirls for breast cancer patients | FaxinfoSamedi 3 octobre, les Archigirls ont organisé la deuxième édition de leur événement caritatif au profit de l’association Fleur du Phoenix. Première action locale au calendrier d’Octobre Rose 2026, cette journée sportive et solidaire a permis de récolter 2010 euros, soit deux f...
October 16, 2026
SOCIETY: The future flag of Saint-Martin is in your hands | FaxinfoTen finalist projects are subject to a vote by the population as part of the “My Saint-Martin Flag” competition From October 14th to 21st, everyone is invited to discover the proposals and choose the one that best represents the territory. This is an important step before the...
October 16, 2026
Dutch State Secretary raises concerns over political Interference | The Peoples TribuneKRALENDIJK--Dutch State Secretary for Kingdom Relations Eric van der Burg has raised concerns about political interference in Bonaire's civil service and delays in government decision-making, warning that the island administration must improve its performance and deliver resul...
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October 14, 2026
PM: Fuel clause must account for SOL charges, unpaid bills complicate additional consumer relief | The Peoples TribuneGREAT BAY--Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has addressed concerns about reported overcharging through GEBE's fuel clause, explaining that any consideration of additional refunds or consumer relief must also take into account the millions of guilders owed to the utility compan...
Read more : PM: Fuel clause must account for SOL charges, unpaid bills complicate additional consumer relief | The Peoples Tribune
October 14, 2026
Ministerial health decrees published in National Gazette riddled with errors | The Daily Herald
A screenshot from the “National Gazette”. PHILIPSBURG--A number of Ministerial Decrees concerning healthcare professionals’ authorisations and healthcare institutions’ permits published in the October 9, 2026 edition of the National Gazette (Landscourant) are riddled with erro...
October 13, 2026
Maho potholes raise road safety concerns ahead of tourist season | The Daily Herald
MAHO--Potholes are reportedly beginning to reappear in parts of Maho, raising concerns about road safety as St. Maarten prepares for the upcoming tourist season and bringing renewed attention to the Government’s responsibility to maintain public roads. A concerned resident con...
October 12, 2026
Injunction filed to nullify WIFOL board election | The Daily HeraldPHILIPSBURG--An injunction has been filed seeking to nullify the election of the new executive board of the Workers Institute for Organized Labour Association (WIFOL), with attorney Cor Merx telling The Daily Herald on Monday that the election procedure allegedly did not compl...
October 09, 2026
Robbery attempt at Maho jewellery store | The Daily HeraldThe robbers are seen running away from the store to the getaway car in this screen grab from a social media video. MAHO--An attempted robbery was reported at J.N. Jewellers in Maho on Thursday evening, October 8. In videos widely circulated on social media, a car was seen park...
October 07, 2026
COURT: He “collected” gun cartridges to make jewelry out of them | FaxinfoTried on Wednesday, September 30th, in an expedited hearing for unauthorized possession of category B weapons and ammunition A 29-year-old man explained that he collected cartridges to melt them down and make a piece of jewelry . During a search of his mother's home, wh...
