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October 15, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On the occasion of World Food Day, observed annually on October 16, the Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, Hon. Minister Claret Connor is calling on the people of Sint Maarten to reflect on the importance of food security, healt...

October 15, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) wishes to inform the public that on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, a 28-year-old male with the initials R.S. was arrested in connection with serious threats made against police officers and the safety and security...

October 15, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Less than a month after the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), Little Bay Beach is once again littered with trash. During this year's ICC, 180 volunteers collected over 1,554 kilograms of litter and debris from coastal areas across Sint Maarten. Ye...

October 15, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Under the theme “IT'S TIME TO SHINE. Rising Above & Reaching Beyond,” Prison-workers Week 2026 officially concluded in Sint Maarten, marking another successful chapter in a regional tradition that has united correctional personnel from the Dutch...

October 15, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Melackia Spencer marked 15 years of dedicated service to the Sint Maarten Library and its community on October 3, 2026. Throughout her years of service, Ms. Spencer has contributed to the Library’s mission of promoting literacy and encouraging a love...

October 15, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - A fun-filled activity promoting early learning through play and creativity; Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their little ones to Tiny Tots & Toast: Sip, Dance & Paint! . On Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m....

October 15, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, a delegation of the Parliament of Sint Maarten, consisting of the President of Parliament, the Hon. Sarah A. Wescot-Williams, and Members of Parliament, the Hon. Sjamira D.M. Roseburg, the Hon. Lyndon C.J. Lewis, and t...

October 15, 2026

~Govt. drafting law to regulate tariffs~ PHILIPSBURG--The fuel clause charged to consumers is primarily linked to the cost of fuel supplied by fuel supplier SOL to utilities company NV GEBE, rather than being determined by NV GEBE itself, Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina said...

October 15, 2026

SIMPSON BAY--Government intends to reopen the Simpson Bay Service Center after reviewing how public buildings are supervised and maintained, Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina said during Wednesday’s live Council of Ministers press briefing. Mercelina said shortcomings in the ma...

October 15, 2026

GREAT BAY--Human rights must apply to everyone, including prisoners, migrants, criminal suspects and society's most vulnerable, regardless of whether their circumstances or actions attract public sympathy. Minister of Justice Nathalie Tackling delivered that message at St. Maa...

October 15, 2026

Suhendra Leon   SABA--The Foundation for Legal Aid and Equal Treatment in Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba SRGB was established in October 2025 to provide free, independent legal assistance and support for residents experiencing discrimination in the Caribbean Netherlands....

October 14, 2026

GREAT 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...

October 14, 2026

GREAT BAY: Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has publicly praised GEBE Temporary Manager Iris Arrindell for her leadership of the utility company during a challenging period, expressing admiration for her willingness to assume responsibility and the work she has undertaken sinc...