Local News

July 10, 2026

GREAT BAY--Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure Patrice Gumbs says Government is carefully reviewing the full Mullet Bay judgment, with particular attention being given to legally guaranteed public access to the beach and clarificat...

July 10, 2026

GREAT BAY--The Jamaican community in St. Maarten will celebrate Jamaica’s 64th Independence Day on Sunday, August 2, 2026, with a full day of music, culture, food and family entertainment at Emilio Wilson Park. The celebration, held under the theme “Out of Many, One Peopl...

July 10, 2026

ANGUILLA--Royal  Anguilla Police Force (RAPF) officers are currently investigating a shooting incident in Blowing Point.   One adult male is confirmed deceased. Officers have secured the area, and investigations are in the early stages.

July 10, 2026

High school graduates and those who passed their post-secondary exams in 2026 are invited to the traditional graduation ceremony on Friday, July 17th at 6:00 PM. Organized by the local authority at the Jean-Louis Vanterpool Stadium sports hall, this ceremony will honor the you...

July 10, 2026

Nearly nine years after Hurricane Irma, the new territorial diagnosis carried out by the Territorial Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (ITSEE) in partnership with INSEE Antilles-Guyane highlights the profound changes in Saint-Martin.   This study provides an ov...

July 10, 2026

Eight candidates, including five from Saint-Martin and three from Saint-Barthélemy, are vying for the title of Miss Saint-Martin and Saint-Barthélemy 2026. The coronation ceremony will be held on August 1st at the Aleeze Convention Center in Philipsburg.    By voting...

July 10, 2026

Minister Plenipotentiary Gracita Arrindell and Ambassador Joe Popolo and his spouse Chris Popolo. THE HAGUE--Minister Plenipotentiary Gracita Arrindell attended the US Independence Day Reception in The Hague, where diplomats and government representatives gathered to mark Free...

July 10, 2026

During the launch WILLEMSTAD--Passengers travelling with “Autobus Bedrijf Curaçao” (ABC) can now enjoy free internet access, following the launch of complimentary Wi-Fi on all its 34 buses. The service was officially inaugurated on Tuesday with invited guests taking a demonstr...

July 10, 2026

The Ombudsman and her team were part of the reading initiative. PHILIPSBURG--The CLIMB Foundation says its Drop Everything and Read SXM book party, held as part of the National Literacy Movement, was a success after receiving strong support and participation from across the co...

July 10, 2026

WILLEMSTAD--”Skating Skol of Korsou” made an impressive international debut by winning six medals at the Pan American Speed Skating Championships for beginners and school categories. The Curaçao school competed in the event for the first time, facing more than 1,200 athletes f...

July 10, 2026

Dr Danny Dennaoui PHILIPSBURG--The Court has suspended the pre-trial detention of Dr. Danny Dennaoui, a suspect in a deprivation of liberty case, following a request by the Prosecutor's Office. According to a press release from the Prosecutor’s Office, the suspension is subjec...

July 10, 2026

Group photo WILLEMSTAD--Curaçao equestrian federation Aspafiko officially presented the national team, providing them with competition attire and equipment in the run-up to the International Equestrian Tournament taking place in the Dominican Republic from July 15 to 19. In to...

July 10, 2026

Culinary Instructor Chef Renata de Weever and Junior Chef Jaenanena Joseph PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten secured third place in the Nevis Mango Festival Chef Competition, with National Institute for Professional Advancement (NIPA) Culinary Instructor Chef Renata de Weever and Junio...