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Education Budgets Disclosed At Back-To-School Press Conference

From left: Third Vice President Dominique Louisy, President of the Collectivit Louis Mussington and Territorial Councillor Martine Beldor, President of the Employment, Skills and Training Commission.

MARIGOT--Third Vice President of the Collectivit Dominique Louisy, in charge of Human Development and Citizenship, on Wednesday presented the budgets allocated to education Read more

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Future Of Former Cultural Centre Discussed At Fq Public Meeting

The Cultural Centre, before Hurricane Irma in 2017. (Robert Luckock photo)

MARIGOT--President Louis Mussington and his elected colleagues, Vice Presidents Bernadette Davis and Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:---  Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs was deeply honored to be in the presence of amazing women, celebrating the remarkable work and life journey of other prolific women, namely, Ms. Ann Marlin Evans, Ms. Zita Charles, and Ms. Tamara Leonard Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Sint Maartens healthcare sector will receive significant investment in the coming years through the Improving Mental Health Services Project with a goal to sustainably improve the entire mental healthcare chain. The project will seek to improve access and quality in service delivery and contribute to the construction of a new mental health facility geared towards future demand.

Recognizing the urgent need for more effective and accessible mental healthcare, Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor (VSA) Omar Ottley is pleased that this project is well on its way to successful implementation.

Mental health is a critical aspect of our overall well-being, and it is imperative that the national mental health system is robust and adequately resourced to meet the growing demand for mental health services Read more

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PHILIPSBURG (DCOMM):---  On Friday, September 8, 2023, a meeting was held between the Presidium of Parliament and the Council of Ministers (CoM).
The meeting opened with introductory remarks by the Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs, Silveria E. Jacobs, and the President of Parliament, Sidharth M. Bijlani.
The primary discussion points included the budgetary process and the communication protocols between Parliament and the Government, particularly concerning correspondence between entities and the legislative processes Read more

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Why Is Gebe Not Switching Over To Prepaid Electricity?

St. Maarten – Sucker Garden

For approximately one year, I ,URSM Candidate Julian Rollocks Jr., have introduced and discussed the proposal of GEBE offering prepaid electricity service to the general public of St. Maarten Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- For approximately one year, I, URSM Candidate Julian Rollocks Jr., have introduced and discussed the proposal of GEBE offering prepaid electricity service to the general public of St. Maarten. I believe that a prepaid system is very much needed due to GEBEs ongoing issues with billing Read more

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Sunday Chat September 10, 2023 @ 11:00Am

Sunday Chat September 10, 2023

The post SUNDAY CHAT September 10, 2023 @ 11:00am appeared first on 721news.com | Sint Maarten News | SXM News.

DATE ISSUED: Friday, September 08, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)  

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) September 09, 2023 

A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE  

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE 

LEE CAUSING HAZARDOUS SEAS 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times with isolated showers and possible thunder. 

Forecast High: 32C / 90F             

Forecast Low: 27C / 81F 

Sunset Today: 6:21 P.M Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- After a 15-month hiatus, KFC has stepped up to the plate to assist in the revival of organized cricket as the title sponsor of Cricket St. Maarten's T-20 Tournament. The action bowls off on Sunday, September 10, from 12:00 PM at the Caribe Lumber Ball Park, located on L.B. Scott Road in St. Maarten. 

PHILIPSBURG:---  "On behalf of Cricket St. Maarten, I would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to KFC for their timely sponsorship support in bringing organized cricket back to the Caribe Lumber Ballpark!" states Bharo Raghubir, President, of Cricket St Read more

Centro Nacional de Huracanes del SNM Miami FL AL132023

Traduccin por el SNM San Juan PR

1100 AM AST viernes 8 de septiembre de 2023

...SE ESPERA QUE LEE PERMANEZCA COMO UN HURACN PODEROSO HASTA PRINCIPIOS DE LA PRXIMA SEMANA...

...SE ESPERA QUE CONDICIONES DE PLAYA PELIGROSAS SE DESARROLLEN ALREDEDOR DEL OESTE DEL ATLNTICO HASTA PRINCIPIOS DE LA PRXIMA SEMANA...

RESUMEN DE LAS 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMACIN

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LOCALIZACIN...18.2N 54.5O

ALREDEDOR DE 565 MI...910 KM E DE LAS ISLAS DE SOTAVENTO DEL NORTE

VIENTOS MXIMOS SOSTENIDOS...155 MPH...250 KM/H

MOVIMIENTO ACTUAL...ONO O 295 GRADOS A 13 MPH...20 KM/H

PRESIN CENTRAL MNIMA...942 MB...27.82 PULGADAS

VIGILANCIAS Y AVISOS

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No hay vigilancias ni avisos costeros en efecto.

DISCUSIN Y PERSPECTIVAS

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A las 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), el centro del Huracn Lee estaba localizado cerca de la latitud 18.2 norte, longitud 54.5 oeste Read more

NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL132023

1100 AM AST Fri Sep 08 2023

...LEE EXPECTED TO REMAIN A POWERFUL HURRICANE THROUGH EARLY NEXT WEEK...

...DANGEROUS BEACH CONDITIONS EXPECTED TO DEVELOP AROUND THE WESTERN ATLANTIC THROUGH EARLY NEXT WEEK...

SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION

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LOCATION...18.2N 54.5W

ABOUT 565 MI...910 KM E OF THE NORTHERN LEEWARD ISLANDS

MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...155 MPH...250 KM/H

PRESENT MOVEMENT...WNW OR 295 DEGREES AT 13 MPH...20 KM/H

MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...942 MB...27.82 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS

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There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK

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At 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), the center of Hurricane Lee was located near latitude 18.2 North, longi-tude 54.5 West Read more

Dutch Govt. To Propose Listing Iguana Species To A Higher Protected Status

The Lesser Antillean Iguana. Photo by Philippa King.

ST. EUSTATIUS--The Dutch government is set to officially propose moving the Lesser Antillean Iguana (Iguana delicatissima) from Annex III to Annex II of the Protocol concerning Specially Protected Areas and Wildlife (SPAW) during the next conference of the parties for the Cartagena Convention on Aruba in Octobe Read more

Gebe Considering Dropping Payment Plan Deposit To 25%

Clockwise from left: VSA Minister Omar Ottley, GEBE Special Representative/Temporary Manager Troy Washington and GEBE Commercial Manager Iris Arrindell.

PHILIPSBURG--Utilities comp Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:---  On Thursday, September 7th, a heartwarming discussion was held between NV GEBE's Special Representative/Temporary Manager, Troy Washington, Commercial Manager Iris Arrindell, and the Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor (VSA), the Honorable Omar Ottley Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Thursday, September 07, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) September 08, 2023

HURRICANE LEE RAPIDLY INTENSIFYING

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Friday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with a few isolated showers.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F             Forecast Low: 27C / 81F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:59 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Friday midday: East northeast to northeast with a light to gentle breeze of 05 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS:

Weak instability and available moisture transported across the local area by a light to gentle wind flow will cause a few isolated showers.

Seas are expected to peak at 5 feet for this forecast period Read more

...Lee Rapidly Strengthening...

...LARGE SWELLS LIKELY TO REACH THE LESSER ANTILLES, THE VIRGIN ISLANDS AND PUERTO RICO THIS WEEKEND...

Hurricane Lee Advisory Number 9

NWS National Hurricane Center M Read more

...ES PROBABLE QUE MAREJADAS GRANDES ALCANZEN LAS ANTILLAS MENORES, LAS ISLAS VRGENES Y PUERTO RICO ESTE FIN DE SEMANA...

Huracn Lee Advertencia Nmero 9

Centro Nacional de Huracanes del SNM Miami FL AL132023

1100 AM AST jueves 07 de septiembre de 2023

RESUMEN DE LAS 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMACIN

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LOCALIZACIN...16.4N 50.0O

ALREDEDOR DE 870 MI...1405 KM E DE LAS ISLAS DE SOTAVENTO DEL NORTE

VIENTOS MXIMOS SOSTENIDOS...105 MPH...165 KM/H

MOVIMIENTO ACTUAL...ONO O 295 GRADOS A 15 MPH...24 KM/H

PRESIN CENTRAL MNIMA...983 MB...29.03 PULGADAS

VIGILANCIAS Y AVISOS

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No hay vigilancias ni avisos costeros en efecto.

Los intereses en las Islas de Sotavento del norte deben monitorear el progreso de Lee.

DISCUSIN Y PERSPECTIVAS

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A las 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), el centro del Huracn Lee estaba localizado cerca de la latitud 16.4 Norte, longitud 50.0 Oeste Read more

Witu Is Concerned About The Proposed National Health Insurance For St. Maarten

Philipsburg The President of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU), Stuart Johnson, has voiced serious concerns about the proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) in St. Maarten. Mr. Johnson’s concerns highlight issues related to public awareness, the quality of healthcare services, access to preventative care, medication policies, and the impact on the vulnerable in our country.

One of the primary concerns raised by Mr Read more

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Ecys Minister Outlines Plans For Sports Facilities Development

PHILIPSBURG--Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport (ECYS) Rodolphe Samuel has outlined the departments current areas of focus for sports in St. Maarten.

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Upp Party Board Pays Tribute To The Legacy Of Roberto Arrindell.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The United People's Party (UPP), extends his heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the late Roberto "Celestino" Arrindell, an influential presence in the St. Maarten community who will be laid to rest today. In celebrating the life of Roberto Arrindell, UP Part President Eugene Heyliger acknowledged Arrindells multifaceted contributions that enriched the island's cultural and educational landscape.
In a statement issued by UP Party, the Board conveyed its deep sorrow at the passing of Roberto Arrindell, underscoring Arrindell's roles as a community advocate, educator, and cultural luminary Read more

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Witu Is Concerned About The Proposed National Health Insurance For St. Maarten.

PHILIPSBURG:---  The President of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU), Stuart Johnson, has voiced serious concerns about the proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) in St. Maarten. Mr. Johnson's concerns highlight issues related to public awareness, the quality of healthcare services, access to preventative care, medication policies, and the impact on the vulnerable in our country.

One of the primary concerns raised by Mr Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, September 06, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) September 07, 2023

TROPICAL STORM LEE EXPECTED TO RAPIDLY INTENSIFY

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with a passing shower possible.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- President Fabio Doralice, operating under the umbrella of the Le Sommet Foundation, continues to make substantial strides in propelling the agricultural sector forward. Beginning with the establishment of the local farmers market and now embarking on capacity-building efforts for farmers, Doralice's commitment is translating into tangible progress for St Read more

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