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August 01, 2026

Minister of Justice Makes Statement on Early Release following Theo Heyliger denial

Over the past several days, there has been considerable public discussion about early release, electronic monitoring, and one particular case that has received significant public attention. That discussion has raised genuine questions about how release from prison actually works in Sint Maarten. Unfortunately, it has also been accompanied by misconceptions and, in some instances, statements that simply do not reflect the law.

August 01, 2026

Questions Raised Over UNOPS Role in Heyliger Early-Release Decision | The Peoples Tribune

August 01, 2026

Now Open: Seas & Scenes: Love the Caribbean Photo Contest with More than $3,000 USD in Prizes | Soualiganewsday

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January 03, 2026

UN says US operation in Venezuela Constitutes a Dangerous Precedent. Rules of International Law Not Respected

CARIBBEAN/UN - The Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) Antonio Guterres is deeply alarmed by the recent escalation in Venezuela, culminating with today’s (Ed Saturday, January 3, 2026) United States military action in the country, which has po...

January 03, 2026

Alexina Beauperthuy appointed General Manager of the Miami Beach Autograph | The Peoples Tribune

January 03, 2026

Parliament President Sarah Wescot-Williams urges shared national vision, launches “Imagine This” call for public input | The Peoples Tribune

January 03, 2026

PM Mercelina: 2026 Focus Set on Economy, Energy Solutions, and Stronger Public Services | The Peoples Tribune

January 03, 2026

SXM AIRPORT MONITORING REGIONAL DEVELOPMENTS; SOME FLIGHTS MAY BE AFFECTED

SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY-AIRPORT) - Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) is closely monitoring the evolving regional airspace situation in coordination with relevant authorities and airline partners. While airport operations continue, flight...

January 03, 2026

KLM suspends flights to Curaçao, Aruba and Sint Maarten due to regional airspace closure | THE DAILY HERALD

January 02, 2026

EPIC Non-Profit Celebrates 25 Years of Environmental Stewardship

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - After a quarter-century of defending some of the most fragile ecosystems on Earth, a small Caribbean nonprofit is marking its 25th anniversary with a celebration of the region’s natural beauty and a renewed call to protect it...

January 02, 2026

Rotary Club of Sint Maarten-Mid Isle Presents a Gift Basket to the First Baby of the Year

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Representatives from the Rotary Club of Sint Maarten-Mid Isle Louis Wever and Anjali Manek presented a baby basket to the First Baby of the Year’s parents Shevaughn Alasa and Bas Van Duijn on behalf of the Club. The Midwife a...