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PHILIPSBURG: --- Workers at GEBE powerplant in Cape Bay down their tools on Thursday to support one of their colleagues who was suspended on Wednesday. The colleague in question was caught on video on Tuesday evening when a fire began at the powerplant warning his colleagues to take safety measures as they try to put out the fire.
The suspended employee Lindell Brooks was suspended by Human Resources was on the scene on Thursday morning where several GEBE workers disclosed that they have been working for the government-owned company for a number of years.
Another employee was overheard on videos that are circulating on social media saying that a particular worker has been smoking weed on the property.

In the meantime, the workers of the powerplant have sent a strong message to the Minister of VROMI Egbert Jurendy Doran Read more

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Usp To Restructure Party Operations.

PHILIPSBURG:--- With an eye on the future and living up to its founding principles, the United St. Maarten (US) party is in the process of restructuring its board, party platform, and representation in preparations for the upcoming electoral cycle.

The board of the US said that it is vital for any political organization to re-examine and plan for the future, especially in changing times Read more

PHILIPSBURG: --- Minister of Labor Omar Ottley did not mix words on Wednesday when he said that he is willing to do whatever it takes to safeguard St. Maartens economy while ensuring there are more jobs for its people.
Ottley was responding to questions about some disgruntled club and restaurant owners that have been complaining about the measures put in place for them during the curfew Read more

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Government Working On Adjusting Minimum Wage, Advice Sent To The Ser.

~ Government also awaiting Cost of Living Assessment.~

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Labor Omar Ottley confirmed on Wednesday at the weekly council of ministers press conference that his ministry is busy working on adjusting minimum wage especially since the cost of living of St. Maarten is soaring.
Asked by SMN News what exactly government is doing to assist minimum wage earners the Minister said he signed off on an advice and sent to the SER for their advice on adjusting minimum wage Read more

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~ Only WHO& RIVM approved vaccines will be accepted--- Ottley~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Minister of Public Health and Labor Omar Ottley announced on Wednesday that travelers that are fully vaccinated with World Health Organization (WHO) and RIVM approved vaccines will be allowed entry on St. Maarten without testing.
Ottley said that fully vaccinated persons are less risky when it comes to the spreading of the coronavirus Read more

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Inmates Tell Mps Tvs, Game Consoles Destroyed, Food Dumped During Raid

MPs Ludmila Duncan (NA), Claudius Toontje Buncamper (US Party) and Grisha Heyliger-Marten (UP).

 ~ MPs want inquiry; Richardson: Allegations will be looked into ~

PHILIPSBURG--Members of the Pointe Blanche pri Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor, Omar Ottley extends his heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Sint Maartens 74th COVID-19 victim, who has passed away. Peace and healing go out to the family.

As of October 19th, there were eight (8) persons who tested positive for COVID-19; however, six (6) persons have recovered; bringing the total active cases to forty-seven (47) Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- It is truly remarkable how the people of St. Maarten had to be subjected to media reports of another groundbreaking ceremony at the Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) without a single mention of US Pre-Clearance, remarked Stuart Johnson former Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transportation and Telecommunication (TEATT).
When last has the committee for US Pre-Clearance had a meeting? What is the vision and position of the NA/UP Coalition Government regarding US Pre-Clearance? Have the collective individual positions of the various supporting Members of Parliament (MPs) changed or what is their view now? Have there been any developments regarding the completion of US Pre-Clearance since 2019? Johnson questioned.

I reiterate my original stance that US Pre-Clearance must be a part of the overall Airport restoration as without it our country will miss a golden opportunity for an economic boost.
Johnson also questioned, What is the status of the bilateral agreement?

The Final Draft of the Bilateral Agreement will pave the way for US Pre-Clearance however it requires approval by (1) the Parliament of St Read more

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Continuation Central Committee Meeting Of Parliament Regarding The Financial Status Of Winair.

PHILIPSBURG:---The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on October 20, 2021.

This Central Committee meeting, which was adjourned on October 7, 2021, will be reconvened on Wednesday at 11.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of General Affairs and representatives of Winair will be present.

The agenda point is:
The (financial) status of Windward Islands Airways (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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Continuation Urgent Public Meeting Of Parliament Regarding The Management Of Government Long Lease Land By The Government Of Sint Maarten.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The House of Parliament will sit in a public meeting on October 20, 2021.

This urgent public meeting which started on September 23, 2021, with a continuation and adjournment on October 13, 2021, will be reconvened on Wednesday at 9.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure and the Minister of Finance will be present.

The agenda point is:
Management of government (long lease) land by the government of Sint Maarten (IS/016/2021-2022 dated September 15, 2021)
This meeting was requested by MP S.A Read more

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Panama City:--- On Saturday, October 16, 2021, the President of Parliament, Mr. Rolando Brison, attended the Board of Directors meeting of the Latin American and Caribbean Parliament (Parlatino) at the Parlatino Headquarters in Panama City, Panama. The Board of Directors is made up of the full Board of Directors and as many Vice-Presidencies as member congresses, of which the Parliament of Sint Maarten, represented by the Chairperson is a member (Vice President).
Generally, the Board of Directors meets at least twice a year; however, extraordinary meetings can also be held by decision of the Board of Directors Read more

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Richardson: Zero Tolerance For Antics Of Reckless Bikers

PHILIPSBURG--Minister of Justice Anna Richardson has renewed her call on the Prosecutors Office to take serious and swift action against all reckless behaviour of bikers in St. Maarten. A communication was sent to Attorney-General of St. Maarten and Curaao Ton Maan calling for his attention to prioritising this matter.

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Ground-Breaking Marks Start Of Pjia Terminal Reconstruction Main Works

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Top row (from left): PJIAE PMU Director Mirto Breell; Ballast Nedam CEO Roy van Eijsden; Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs; and PJIAE CEO Brian Mingo. Bottom row (from left): PJIAE Supervisory Board of Directors member Clarence Derby; PJIAE Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor, Omar Ottley extends his heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the two (2) victims who passed away due to COVID-19. Much strength to the families during this time.

As of October 18th, there were four (4) persons who tested positive for COVID-19; however, twenty (20) persons have recovered; bringing the total active cases to forty-six (46) Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- This is a major milestone for the country, as today is the beginning, as we move towards a new outlook, we start to put the pieces together commencing with the reconstruction of the airport, Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Traffic, and Telecommunications (Ministry TEATT) Hon. Roger Lawrence said on Monday.

Minister Roger Lawrence met with Airport Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Brian Mingo and the reconstruction team of the Airport and Ballast Nedam and was provided with a project review and a facility walkthrough on Friday, October 15th Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- Minister of VSA, Omar Ottley was delighted to attend the kickoff of World Food Day at Emilio Wilson Park.

The event is sponsored by the Edwardo Richardson Memorial Agriculture Foundation and is today October 17th from 9 AM - 8 PM. Come out and show your support.

Minister Ottley is extremely proud of the organizers Read more

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Mp George Pantophlet- What Is The Fuss.

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – Member of Parliament George Pantophlet is asking the people of St. Maarten to allow him this brief distraction from his quest for debt cancellation, to address a very serious matter.

MP Pantophlet thought he misread the paragraph of an article appearing in The Daily Herald newspaper on Thursday entitled Sarah: Civil Code does not contain amendments made by Parliament.

What caught the MPs attention was the phrase: Then there is this constant fuss in Parliament about an initiative law amendment of 2011 by the NA [National Alliance] faction to address short term labor contracts that – in view of some MPs -is being frustrated.

After reading this, MP Pantophlet looked up the meaning of the word ‘fuss’ Read more

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5 Covid-19 Recoveries Today.

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – The Minister ofPublic Health,Social Development and Labor,Omar Ottleyextends his sympathies to the family and friends ofSint Maartens71stCOVID-19 victim, whohaspassed away. Minister Ottley wishes the family strength during this time.

As ofOctober 15th,therewas one (1)person who tested positive for COVID-19;however five (5)persons have recovered; bringing the total active casesto seventy six (76) Read more

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5 Covid-19 Recoveries Today.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor, Omar Ottley extends his sympathies to the family and friends of Sint Maartens 71st COVID-19 victim, who has passed away. Minister Ottley wishes the family strength during this time.

As of October 15th, there was one (1) person who tested positive for COVID-19; however, five (5) persons have recovered; bringing the total active cases to seventy-six (76) Read more

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What Is The Fuss?

PHILIPSBURG:--- Member of Parliament George Pantophlet is asking the people of St. Maarten to allow him this brief distraction from his quest for debt cancellation, to address a very serious matter.

MP Pantophlet thought he misread the paragraph of an article appearing in The Daily Herald newspaper on Thursday entitled Sarah: Civil Code does not contain amendments made by Parliament Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- It seems St. Maarten Carnival 2022 is being held to an apparent double standard," remarked Stuart Johnson former Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transportation and Telecommunications (TEATT).
"It is truly commendable the excessive safety plan the St.Maarten Carnival Development Foundation (SCDF) has created enabling the launch of the 2022 calendar of events Read more

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Aps Offers Budget 2022 To Minister Of Finance.

PHILIPSBURG:--- On September 29, 2021, before the annual deadline of October 1st, stipulated in the National Ordinance, Algemeen Pensioenfonds Sint Maarten (APS) offered its proposed Budget 2022 to the Honorable Minister of Finance Mr. Ardwell Irion.

Despite the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, APS net operational result in 2022 is expected to be positive at ANG 13.6 million, driven by strong positive results on investments Read more

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Full Vaccination At Center Of Extensive Carnival Safety Plan.

PHILIPSBURG:--- A Safe Carnival For All is the name of the Carnival 2022 COVID Safety Plan that was launched by the St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation (SCDF) on Thursday. President of the foundation Alston Lourens explained that the foundation spent months putting together the plan which builds on SCDFs existing Carnival COVID plan which was set to be enforced if there were a Carnival 2021 festival.

As that event was also canceled, the foundation used the past few months to study the successful templates of international festivals that were successfully held over the summer of 2021 Read more

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Mp Wescot-Williams: Short-TermLaborContractLawHitsAnotherSnag

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, —MP Wescot-Williamshas expressed her disappointment that the publication of the new Civil CodeBook as far as this regards employment contracts (shortterm contracts), the bookdoes not include any of the amendments made byParliament in 2019.

Now I can understand why the Minister of VSA was so evasive whenhe wasrecently asked about short term labor contracts, locally referred to as 6-months contracts, the MPstated Read more

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