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Isolation Units Now Allow For Safe Transport Of Contaminated Patients

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten — The Ambulance Departments ability to safely transport patients suspected of being contaminated by naturally occurring disease outbreaks, pandemics or industrial accidents has been strengthened with the addition of seven new patient isolation units. These units were procured by the National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) through the Dutch funded St. Maarten Trust Fund.

The Emergency Recovery Project 1 (ERP1) of the Trust Fund, in addition to the repair of public buildings and private and public homes, provides for first responders emergency equipment and priority vehicles Read more

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Rouge Et Noir Casino Temporarily Allowed To Open Via Cannegieter Street

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten — The Minister of TEATT Ludmila de Weever made the decision to allow Rouge et Noir Casino to use the emergency exit door on Cannegieter Street as a temporary entrance to the casino until January 15, 2021.

This will allow sufficient time for Rouge et Noir casino to carry out structural repairs to the building without impacting the livelihoods of its employees Read more

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Shta And Stb Congratulate Copa On Its Comeback To St. Maarten

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten — The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) and the St. Maarten Tourism Bureau (STB) congratulate COPA Airlines on resuming its flights to St. Maarten. COPA Airlines resumed weekly flights as of Friday, November 20th, but will increase frequency during the second week of December to four times weekly.

Prior to COPAs return, the SHTA and STB organized a digital marketing event, with 234 travel agencies from across South America participating Read more

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Solation Units Now Allow For Safe Transport Of Contaminated Patients

PHILISPBURG, Sint Maarten –The Ambulance Departments ability to safely transport patients suspected of being contaminated by naturally occurring disease outbreaks, pandemics or industrial accidents has been strengthened with the addition of seven new patient isolation units. These units were procured by the National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) through the Dutch funded St. Maarten Trust Fund.

The Emergency Recovery Project 1 (ERP1) of the Trust Fund, in addition to the repair of public buildings and private and public homes,  provides for first responders emergency equipment and priority vehicles Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) and the St. Maarten Tourism Bureau (STB) congratulate COPA Airlines on resuming its flights to St. Maarten. COPA Airlines resumed weekly flights as of Friday, November 20th, but will increase frequency during the second week of December to four times weekly.

Prior to COPAs return, the SHTA and STB organized a digital marketing event, with 234 travel agencies from across South America participating. The webinar provided insights in the ongoing tourism recovery of the destination, as well as health protocols for travelers to St Read more

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~ Interim Managing Director being described as arrogant.~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Less than two months after taking the helm of N.V. GEBE as the Interim Managing Director Sharine Daniel has been described as arrogant and bullying. Some of the employees contacted SMN News over the weekend saying that Daniel who held the position of Internal Auditor for a number of years has been demanding that they address her as dr Daniel while not addressing the issues affecting them.
The workers said on Sunday there have been power outages a number of times, this they alleged has to do with the promotions that were awarded to friends of Daniel and not those that are competent to do the job Read more

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Ombudsman Says Role Of Institution Misunderstood

Ombudsman Gwendolein Mossel during an earlier Parliament meeting. (File photo)

~ Responds to justice ministers remarks ~

PHILIPSBURG--Ombudsman Gwendolein Mossel said on Friday that statements made by Justice Minister Anna Richardson regarding the ombudsmans comprehensive investigation into the towing policy of the St Read more

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Covid Update: December 3 5, 2020

DECEMBER 5, 2020 UPDATE:19 confirmed COVID-19 cases today

PHILIPSBURG As of December 5th, there were nineteen (19) persons who tested positive for COVID-19; however there was a recovery rate of ten (10) persons; bringing the total active cases to ninety- six (96). The total number of confirmed cases is now one thousand one hundred and thirty- nine (1139).

The Collective Prevention Services (CPS) are monitoring ninety- two (92) people in home isolation. Four (4) patients are currently hospitalized at the St Read more

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Mp Emmanuel Leaves Na Fraction And Declare Himself Independent

When I joined the National Alliance it was premised on a party principle that elevated above all others: The Alliance was a political power that sought to serve the needs of the people first. The party was established with a significant and distinctive role – passionate about St. Maarten and her people. No other party occupied that space. I fully saw myself within this lofty ideal.

This is a historic time in St Read more

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Central Committee Meeting Of Parliament Regarding The Financial Status Of The Bureau Telecommunications And Post St. Maarten.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on Monday, December 7, 2020. The Central Committee meeting is scheduled for 14.00 hrs. The Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport, and Telecommunication will be present.
The agenda point is:
The (financial) status of the Bureau Telecommunications and Post St. Maarten (IS/1135/2019-2020 dated August 18, 2020, and IS/169/2020-2021 dated November 16, 2020)
This meeting was requested by MP S.A Read more

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15 Confirmed Covid-19 Cases Today

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – The Honorable Minister ofPublic Health Social Development and Labour (VSA)Richard Panneflekextends hisdeepest condolences to the familyand friendsof Sint Maartens26thCovid-19 victim, who passed away. Hewishesthe familypeace and strength during this difficult time.

As of December 4th, there were fifteen (15) persons who tested positive for COVID-19; however there was a recovery rate of fourteen (14) persons Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:---  The Honorable Minister of Public Health Social Development and Labour (VSA) Richard Panneflek extends his deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sint Maartens 26th Covid-19 victim, who passed away. He wishes the family peace and strength during this difficult time.

As of December 4th, there were fifteen (15) persons who tested positive for COVID-19; however, there was a recovery rate of fourteen (14) persons Read more

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To The Leader And Board Of The National Alliance.

PHILISPBURG, Sint Maarten – When I joined the National Alliance it was premised on a party principle that elevated above all others: The Alliance was a political power that sought to serve the needs of the people first. The party was established with a significant and distinctive role – passionate about St. Maarten and her people. No other party occupied that space. I fully saw myself within this lofty ideal.

This is a historic time in St Read more

Emmanuel Resigns From Na, Declares Himself Independent

MP Christophe Emmanuel presenting a letter to Second Acting Chairperson of Parliament Grisha Heyliger-Marten informing Parliament of his decision on Friday.

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Member of Parliament Christopher Emmanuel finally decided to take the next step and declared himself as an Independent Member of Parliament. Emmanuel also announced during the Central Committee meeting that he has since resigned from the National Alliance.
MP Emmanuel said that when he joined the National Alliance it was a vision that no longer exists Read more

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Belmond La Samanna To Re-Open February 15, 2021

President and General Manager of LVMH Hospitality Excellence, Andrea Guerra (left) with President Daniel Gibbs.

MARIGOT--Belmond La Samanna Hotel will re-open on February 15, 2021, President of the Collectivit Read more

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Wuite Is Number 20 On Definitive D66 Slate

Jorien Wuite

THE HAGUE--Jorien Wuite from St. Maarten is number 20 on the definitive candidates list of the Dutch Read more

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List Sneek Presents Its Action Plan 2020-2023

Nicolaas Koos Sneek

ST. EUSTATIUS--The recently formed List Sneek presented its action plan 2020-2023 to Government Commissioner in St. Eustatius Marnix van Rij. The one-man faction was formed after Island Councilman Nicolaas Koos Sneek resigned from the Democratic Party (DP) almost immediately after the Island Council election of October 21.

Banco Di Caribe, Nrpb Back Small And Medium Business

From left: Head of the Representation of the Netherlands Chris Johnson and NRPB Director Claret Connor.

PHILIPSBURG--Banco di Caribe (BdC) has joined forces with the National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) on the Enterprise Support Project (ESP) to continue to support small and medium-size businesses in St. Maarten. An agreement was Read more

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Scdf Slams Ministers Criticisms Of Carnival

~ Jacobs says announcement was irresponsible ~

PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation (SCDF) slammed the comments made by Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs and Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication (TEATT) Read more

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Richardson Criticises Ombudsman Report On Towing, Parking In Town

PHILIPSBURG--A blanket statement is how Justice Minister Anna Richardson on Wednesday described a recent report issued by Ombudsman Gwendolein Mossel on governments parking and towing policies in Philipsburg, also calling it a bit remiss and a disadvantage to us as a country.

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Telem Keep Victimizing Local Companies With Their Payments.

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — On Tuesday, Member of Parliament, (MP) Claudius Buncamper, of the United St. Maarten Party (USP) faction in parliament,sent a letter to Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs addressing the local sub-contractors who were left without payment for worksthey carried out for MER Sint Maarten B.V., the company contracted by TELEM Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of VSA Richard Panneflek will resume working as of Thursday since he was cleared by CPS today Wednesday. Minister Panneflek told SMN News that he conducted several tests both antigen and PCR tests while spending the entire 14 days in quarantine from the time it was made known that he was n contact with persons that tested positive for the virus Read more

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Parliament, Govt Need To Tackle Prosecutors Abuse

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – The board of the United St. Maarten Party (USP) on Monday said it stands behind USP MP and faction leader Claudius Buncamper in calling for a fair trial for his latest fight with the prosecuting authority on St Read more

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