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Source: The Daily Herald
31 Oct 2021 11:56 PM

Us Party, Ud And Chris Call For BrisonS Immediate Resignation

UP faction leader Grisha Heyliger-Marten.

~ Grisha condemns statements ~

PHILIPSBURG--Chairperson of Parliament Rolando Brison of the United Peoples (UP) party cam Read more


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Source: The Daily Herald
31 Oct 2021 11:45 PM

I Am Sorry, Says Brison About Viral Video Remarks, It Was A Moment Of Frustration

Chairperson of Parliament Rolando Brison.

PHILIPSBURG--Chairperson of Parliament Rolando Brison has apologised for his remarks made in a spliced video recording that went viral Read more


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Source: SMN-News
31 Oct 2021 09:24 PM

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Soualiga Professional Boxing & Mixed Martial Arts Federation (SPBMAF) was established in August 2021 on St. Maarten by Mr. Milton Ottley as a no-prone profit organization to motivate, promote and recognize past, present, and future athletes and other sporting talents Locally, Regionally and Internationally. The Federation has currently comprised of seven (7) board members. They are the founder, Mr. Milton Ottley, who serves as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, Mr Read more


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Source: 721 News
31 Oct 2021 08:37 PM

Emmanuel Calls For Mp BrisonS Immediate Resignation

~ Says PM also accountable to the people ~

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Referring to it as a clear and present danger to the legitimacy of Parliament and another failure of the current coalition, Independent MP Christophe Emmanuel on Sunday dubbed the viral recording of the Chairman of Parliament Rolando Brison arrogant and shameful and called on the UP MP Brison to tender his resignation immediately.

MP Emmanuel, who has warned about MP Brisons public conduct on numerous occasions, said elected representatives are supposed to be leaders who act with integrity and accountability after earning the right to represent the people of St Read more


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UPP
Source: SMN-News
31 Oct 2021 08:36 PM

PHILIPSBURG:--- A recording of me speaking in the privacy of my home in a moment of frustration has been released by some unscrupulous individuals who have taken my already poor choice of words, much of which was edited to fit their political narrative and agenda.

First, I take full responsibility for my actions and I regret the comments made. Despite making these comments in a moment of frustration, I must take responsibility for making them and the fact that they have hurt a colleague.
MP Grisha Heyliger-Marten has done nothing but works tirelessly sometimes against tremendous great opposition internationally and locally, to bring about equality and fairness within the Netherlands Kingdom for the people of St Read more


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USP
Source: SMN-News
31 Oct 2021 07:07 PM

PHILIPSBURG:--- During the months of September and October, Sint Maartens public awareness agency in the Netherlands, USP Marketing PR, carried out a national awareness promotional campaign of destination Sint Maarten in the Netherlands and partly in the Belgian markets.

A poster of the destination was shown more than 1.9 million times, which was 200,000 times more than the agencys target number Read more


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Source: 721 News
31 Oct 2021 06:59 AM

13 New Police Officers Join Kpsm Ranks

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Police Force of St. Maarten KPSM has added thirteen new police officers to its ranks with the graduation of the Basic Police Training BPO Class of 2018 on Friday morning.

The new officers took their oath before Justice Minister Anna Richardson in front of the Walter R. Kramers Building (Police Headquarters) Read more


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UD
Source: SMN-News
30 Oct 2021 07:30 PM

PHILIPSBURG:--- Upon hearing the recent audio of MP Brison, the UD Board swiftly reacted, stating that this should not surprise anyone, as MP Brison continues to exude narcissistic traits and clearly lacks even a basic understanding of the responsibilities of a leader, especially of the public office of President of Parliament.
This is in the opinion of the UD Board vintage Rolando and this behavior should not be tolerated Read more


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Source: The Daily Herald
30 Oct 2021 03:31 PM

Minister Ottley: Payments To Paramedics Up To Date, Ozr Cards Will Be Accepted

PHILIPSBURG--Minister of Public Health, Social Development VSA Omar Ottley in a press release issued on Friday expressed shock and disappointment in response to an October 28 public notice of the Paramedic Association Sint Maarten (PASM) stating that OZR insured clients would have to pay out of pocket for therapies as of November 1.

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Source: 721 News
30 Oct 2021 01:36 PM

United St. Maarten (Us) Board Calls On Mp Brison To Resign Immediately

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The board of the United St. Maarten (US) party has called on Chairperson of Parliament MP Rolando Brison to resign immediately as President of Parliament and not further shame and embarrass the country. The board also called on all factions in Parliament to show the people of St. Maarten that their highest body stands for integrity and end the soap opera antics of MP Brison and the consequences which St Read more


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USP
Source: SMN-News
30 Oct 2021 12:57 PM

Usp Calls On Mp Brison To Resign Immediately.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The board of the United St. Maarten (US) party has called on Chairperson of Parliament MP Rolando Brison to resign immediately as President of Parliament and not further shame and embarrass the country. The board also called on all factions in Parliament to show the people of St. Maarten that their highest body stands for integrity and end the soap opera antics of MP Brison and the consequences which St Read more


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Source: SMN-News
29 Oct 2021 05:20 PM

 PHILIPSBURG:--- Minister of VSA, Mr. Omar Ottley expresses shock and disappointment in response to the October 28 public notice of the Paramedic Association Sint Maarten (PASM).

The notice of the association stated that OZR insured would have to pay out of pocket for therapies as of November 1. Minister Ottley would like to give peace of mind to OZR insured patients that their respective therapies will not have to be paid for out of pocket and will continue to be covered by their insurance.

In the week of October 18, Minister Ottley met with representatives of the PASM to address their grievances, to which reasonable agreements were made through positive dialogue and a commitment to work collectively on long-term solutions Read more


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HOPE
Source: SMN-News
29 Oct 2021 04:43 PM

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of St. Maarten KPSM has added thirteen new police officers to its ranks with the graduation of the Basic Police Training BPO Class of 2018 on Friday morning.

The new officers took their oath before Justice Minister Anna Richardson in front of the Walter R. Kramers Building (Police Headquarters) Read more


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HOPE
Source: SMN-News
29 Oct 2021 09:22 AM

PHILIPSBURG:--- In response to alleged rumors brought forth by a Member of Parliament, Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs hereby states the following.
"It is unfortunate that rendering a response to this far-fetched request would lend a semblance of credibility to it. Its clear weve reached a new political low when the peoples represen Read more


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Source: The Daily Herald
29 Oct 2021 09:16 AM

El Pase De Salud Va Entrar En Vigor El Viernes.

PHILIPSBURG - Los asistentes a la fiesta debern mostrar un comprobante de vacunacin contra COVID-19 o proporcionar un resultado negativo de la prueba realizada dentro de las 48 horas para ingresar a los negocios de vida nocturna a partir de este viernes, cuando el pase de salud entre en vigencia.

  El ministro de Salud Pblica, Desarrollo Social y Trabajo, VSA, Omar Ottley, aludi el mircoles al Memorando de Intencin (MOI) firmado con negocios de vida nocturna, que estipula que los clientes debern mostrar un comprobante de vacunacin o una prueba negativa que no tenga ms de 48 horas Read more


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Source: 721 News
29 Oct 2021 12:40 AM

Emmanuel: Vromi Minister Must Address Leaked Document Of Over The Bank Land

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Independent MP Christophe Emmanuel on Thursday said it is disappointing, but still very typical, that Minister of VROMI Egbert Doran has not publicly addressed leaked documents that appear to contradict everything he has been telling Parliament and the public about long lease land at the area known as Over The Bank.

Earlier this week a media outlet published what appears to be an authentic list of the 50 or so persons who were initially granted a parcel of land in long lease at Over the Bank Read more


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Source: 721 News
29 Oct 2021 12:29 AM

Mp Emmanuel Asks Pm To Address Rumors Of Legal Issues

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Wednesday respectfully asked Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs to address circulating and growing rumors that allege that she is in compromising legal positions, due to alleged actions of others.

Emmanuel explained that the Prime Minister is the face of the nation and should not let reports and rumors of such serious nature live a life of their own Read more


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USP
Source: 721 News
29 Oct 2021 12:24 AM

Usp: Effective Governing Is Not Possible With Divisions In Coalition

PHIIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The board of the United St. Maarten (US) party on Tuesday questioned how the National Alliance (NA) led coalition government can govern effectively when issues that should be dealt with in coalition meetings are being resolved on the floor of Parliament through motions against sitting Ministers Read more


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Source: The Daily Herald
29 Oct 2021 12:01 AM

Jacobs Not Involved In Any Investigation

PHILIPSBURG--In response to alleged rumours brought forth to by a Member of Parliament, Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs said she is not involved in any investigation.

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Source: The Daily Herald
28 Oct 2021 11:45 PM

Stuart Johnson Elected New President Of Witu

New WITU President Stuart Johnson (second left) and outgoing President Claire Elshot (right) with members of the board.

PHILIPSBURG--Stuart Johnson was elected new president of Read more


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Source: The Daily Herald
28 Oct 2021 11:41 PM

Patients With Weak Immune Systems Can Get Third Dose Covid Vaccine

VSA Minister Omar Ottley.

PHILIPSBURG--Patients with a weak immune system can now get a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, the Vaccination Management Team (VMT), in coordination with St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) announced on Thursday.

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Source: SMN-News
28 Oct 2021 09:30 PM

PHILIPSBURG:---- The Minister Plenipotentiary, Rene Violenus, and senior staff members of his cabinet conducted a working visit to Sint Maarten this past week. The delegation included the cabinet director, Carol Voges, and legal advisor, Farida Telgt. The main purpose of the mission was to ensure all stakeholders are aware of the cabinet, its mandate, structure, and the many opportunities for collaboration and facilitation Read more


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Source: SXMIslandTime
28 Oct 2021 09:23 PM

Minister Plenipotentiary Violenus & Senior Staff Building Bridges In Sint Maarten

Philipsburg The MinisterPlenipotentiary, Rene Violenus andsenior staffmembersof his cabinet,conducted a working visit to SintMaarten this past week. The delegation included the cabinet director, CarolVoges and legaladvisor, Farida Telgt. The main purpose of the mission was toensure all stakeholders are awareof the cabinet, its mandate, structure and the many opportunities for collaboration and facilitation Read more


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Source: SXMIslandTime
28 Oct 2021 08:20 PM

Emmanuel: Vromi Minister Must Address Leaked Document Of Over The Bank Land

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – Independent MP Christophe Emmanuel on Thursday said it is disappointing, but still very typical, that Minister of VROMI Egbert Doran has not publicly addressed leaked documents that appearto contradicteverything hehas been telling Parliament and the public about long lease land at the area known as OverTheBank.

Earlier this week a media outlet published what appears to be an authentic list of the 50 or so persons who were initially granted a parcel of land in long lease at Over the Bank Read more


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