The Daily Herald

July 27, 2026

His statue. WILLEMSTAD--“Sociedad Bolivariana de Curazao” on Friday commemorated the 243rd birthday of South American freedom fighter Simón Bolívar (1783-1830) as well as the association’s 89th anniversary. This was done with a wreath-laying ceremony at the statue of Bolívar o...

July 27, 2026

The Royal Anguilla Police Force (RAPF) is aware of the large fire currently burning at the Corito Landfill and acknowledges the concerns of members of the public regarding the incident. Emergency personnel, along with members of the public who are actively assisting with the r...

July 27, 2026

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 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 24, 2026

El Gringo and Band performing to the large crowd at the Carnival Village. ST. EUSTATIUS--On Wednesday, July 22, the sold-out Flavour Invasion show saw Statia Carnival 62 come alive with incredible performances and amazing music at the Ernest “Mike” van Putten Youth Centre/Lion...

July 24, 2026

Artist’s impression. WILLEMSTAD--The master plan for Waterfort Plaza in Punda has been nominated for the 2026 World Architecture Festival (WAF). The project was shortlisted in the WAF Future Projects: Masterplanning category. This nomination brings international recognition to...

July 24, 2026

Construction Coordination meeting between the Ministry of VROMI, KPSM and contractors responsible for the new Point Blanche Prison. PHILIPSBURG--On July 23, a coordination meeting was held at the St. Maarten Police Force KPSM Headquarters, bringing together representatives of...

July 24, 2026

Some students during the training session. SIMPSON BAY--For many years, aspiring air traffic controllers depended on overseas training facilities in Curaçao and Trinidad. Air traffic controllers are required to obtain Flight Data Operator (FDO) certification as part of their t...

July 24, 2026

Seated l-r, Minister Melissa Gumbs, Joseanne Peterson and Minister Nathalie Tackling along with Prison Management, The St. Maarten Library Management and inmates of the Point Blanche Prison at the signing ceremony.  POINTE BLANCHE--Access to books, knowledge and lifelong...

July 24, 2026

POND ISLAND--The Ministry of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication (TEATT) has awarded a contract to Pinnacle Consultants, a St. Maarten-based consulting firm, to develop the institutional and operational framework for the establishment of an Investment Pr...

July 23, 2026

An SMMC staffer (photo from SMMC 2025 Annual Report)   CAY HILL--Social and Health Insurances SZV remained St. Maarten Medical Center's (SMMC) largest funding partner in 2025, accounting for 73% of the hospital's patient revenue. According to SMMC's 2025 Annual Report, re...

July 23, 2026

SMMC nurse with patient (photo from SMMC 2025 Annual Report) CAY HILL--St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) had a busy year in 2025. The institution recorded a twelve per cent increase in hospital days during 2025, while patient admissions remained stable compared with the previo...

July 23, 2026

Sexy Mona performing on stage. ST. EUSTATIUS--On the night of Tuesday, July 21, the Calm Before the Storm event brought some chill vibes to Carnival 2026. The laid-back event served as the kick-off to marathon days of non-stop music at the Carnival Village, which are expected...