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Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultations (Ipko) To Be Held In The Hauge, The Netherlands

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten —A delegation from the Parliament of Sint Maarten left for The Netherlands to participate in the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultations (IPKO) from June 15, 2023, with the Netherlands as host country. Delegations from the Parliaments of Aruba, Curaao, and the Netherlands will also be participating.

The IPKO will commence on Wednesday, June 1, 2023, with opening remarks by the Chairperson of the IPKO, followed by speeches by the three delegation leaders of the Parliaments of the Countries Read more

Sint Maarten Lions Club Hosts Successful 43Rd Multiple District 60 Convention

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Sint Maarten Lions Club hosted a very successful 43rd Multiple District 60 Convention with over 300 Lions and Leos from countries as far south as Suriname up to Grand Cayman in the north and including all the English-speaking Caribbean islands staying at the luxurious Divi Resort Hotel. Delegates from French St. Martin, Guadeloupe, Martinique, France and the U.S.A. also participated in the Convention. Delegates were honored with the presence of specially invited guest, Past International President of Lions Clubs International, USA, Lion Al Brandel and his Partner-in-Service, Lion Dr Read more

Noise Pollution In St. Maarten And Ideas For Solutions

By Beverly Mae Nisbeth

Noise pollution has ballooned into a major problem in St. Maarten. It is a monumental and universal challenge other countries, regionally and internationally, are also confronted with it. This article will explain what noise pollution is, sources of noise pollution, the effects of noise pollution, and offer, what the author considers, viable and sustainable solutions.

WHAT IS NOISE POLLUTION?

Noise pollution is defined as any level of noise that is annoying or harmful Read more

Sunday Chat May 28, 2023 Live @ 11:05 Am

SUNDAY CHAT LIVE

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His Excellency Governor Ajamu Baly Visits Szv

PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten On Friday May 12, 2023, SZV welcomed his Excellency Governor Ajamu Baly to their offices for an introduction about the organization. The Executive Team had the honor to present and dialogue on a variety of topics that sparked many critical questions from the Governor. Present at the meeting were Mrs. Mieke Kalter– Director Cabinet Governor, SZV representatives Mr. Glen A. Carty Director, Mrs. Parveen Boertje Chief Transition Officer, Mr. Elton Felisie – Chief Financial Officer, Mr Read more

Action Speaks Louder Than Words

On December 19, 2022 the Dutch government apologized for slavery or their part in the slave trade. This took place in Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, St. Eustatius, Saba St. Maarten, Suriname and the Netherlands. But what tangible actions have been taken so far? St. Maarten owes some 300 million guilders for liquidity support. This amount is to be paid in October of this year including the annual payment of 12.7 million owed from a prior debt of some 1.2 billion guilders. It has been concluded that St Read more

Gumbs Questions Pm Jacobs About Gebe, Climate Change Mou

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Party for Progress member of Parliament Melissa Gumbs submitted a letter to Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs on Monday, requesting an update on the status of NV GEBE Read more

Dp Released A Video Preview Of Its Vision For The Future Of Sint Maarten

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Democratic Party recently released a video preview of its vision for the future economic development of St. Maarten. The release precedes the partys manifesto, which it plans to launch in the coming months, according to the release by the party.

As election fever sets in, there is a lot of jockeying and posturing. Prospective candidates are coming unto the political stage and parties are profiling themselves, all as part of the political dynamics, DP leader Sarah Wescot commented.

In her view however, most parties are yet to present their views on issues critical to the society of St Read more

When Will The Illegal Rip Off Finally Stop?

Several months ago, I wrote an article about the local banks ripping off cardholders on this island.The world, including St. Martin, is rapidly doing away with cash transaction and going over to electronic transaction.

So, I have decided to bring up this topic again, in hope that as elections are less than a year away, somebody who isdesirous of being elected, or re-elected, (including the minister of finance) will eventually do something about it.

Cardholders with US Dollars bank accounts are at the mercies of some of the banks on this island Read more

Statia Saba St. Maarten Basketball Tournament Concludes With Thrilling Matches

Philipsburg The SXMNBA presented the Statia | Saba | St. Maarten Basketball Tournament, showcasing exceptional talent from U11, U13, U15, and U17 basketball teams, this tournament brought together young athletes from Saba, Sint Eustatius, and Saint Martin, creating an atmosphere at the LB Scott Sports Auditorium of intense competition and camaraderie.

Organized with precision and enthusiasm by the sporting authorities of Saba, Sint Eustatius, Saint Martin, and St. Maarten, this tournament aimed to foster a sense of unity, sportsmanship, and mutual respect among the participating islands Read more

Sunday Chat May 21, 2023 Live @ 8:00Pm

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Tax Compliance Can Lead To Tax Write Off

This topic can be or is very controversial but it has to be addressed says Member of Parliament George Pantophlet. He believes that Tax compliance can lead to Tax write offs. This statement might sound like an oxymoron but the member says there is great possibility in this aspect. He also feels that the manner in which taxes are collected should be looked into Read more

Say No To Brown Sack Is Only Offensive To Those Who Love Crooked Money.

I know my campaign will not stop this overnight, but somewhere and somehow we need to start Breaking the Cycle. The road to be elected is rough, as many politicians and some voters love this old way.

I will stand in Faith and Prayer with the hope that I can convince the ones who are fed up with this give me something for my vote” attitude, and the ones seeking donation money by the Brown Sack lovers. Their only intention is control of elected officials and running the Country in any direction they want.

Too many voters are tired of this and refuse to come out to vote because we (Sint Maarten) have – for sure – about 5000 people thinking this way Read more

Sarah: Single-Use Plastic Bags Ban Hits Another Hurdle?

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The latest statement from the Minister of TEATT regarding the law banning the use of single use plastic bags, plastic straws and styrofoam containers raises more questions than it provides answers. This is the opinion of the initiator of the law, MP Sarah Wescot-Williams.

I have over and over been asking about the enforcement of this law Read more

Brug Says Teachers Should Not Be Held Hostage In Their Current Salary Scales.

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Richinel Brug says teachers should not be held hostage in their current salary scales. As a person vying for legislative office, Brug proposes an amendment to article 2 of the Bezoldigingslandsbesluitonderwijs. This amendment would allow teachers who are stuck in their current salary scale, to go over to the next scale Read more

Craft & Farmers Market Launched In Philipsburg

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – Le Sommet Foundation held its first Craft and Farmers Market this past Saturday, and the community was buzzing with excitement. Vendors came out ready with locally grown fresh produce, locally crafted artifacts, beverages, health and skin care products, herbs & spices, and more. Patrons were thrilled to be able to access these local products all in one place.

“This event is a step in the right direction,” said Fabio Doralice, President of Le Sommet Foundation Read more

Successful 8Th Hurex At Asha Stevens Hillside Christian School Concluded

Cay Hill- For the 8th time, the Asha Stevens Hillside Christian School in Cay Hill was honored to assist the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps by providing them with a command center for yet another annual hurricane exercise – HUREX. Between May 1-9, approximately 300 Marines from Sint Maarten, Aruba, and Curacao practiced and simulated different hurricane scenarios at multiple locations in Dutch Sint Maarten.

This preparation exercise is designed to train the soldiers to get themselves and their equipment set up as quickly as possible in the event of another major Hurricane Read more

Emmanuel: I Will Not Permit False Narratives,Justice System To Be Weaponised Against Me

~ Says relative physically assaulted in search ~ PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — MP Christophe Emmanuel is incensed by yet another deliberate political effort to discredit him, rig an election, and, ultimately, stifle his voice which has been in defense of the people of St. Maarten, telling them the truth and holding the powers that be accountable. And while these actions against his person are frustrating and disruptive to ones everyday life, his family’s physical mistreatment by justice officials during a house search on Wednesday elevated his feelings from frustration to anger. He characterized Wednesday’s events as the most recent attempt to shape and control not just false narratives but also representatives of the people of St Read more

Ursm Leader Dr. Luc Mercelina Champions Rent-To-Own Home Ownership

Philipsburg – Leader of theURSMParty, Dr. Luc Mercelina says its time for a realistic and future Housing Programme for St. Maarten as it forms part of theURSMshousing policy which seeks to provide for the more vulnerable in society inclusive of addressing social housing as part of the vision.

This program, which is expected to benefit legal citizens employed within the public and private sectors, including senior citizens, young professionals, and people of lesser means is part of that policy which goes with the understanding that Government has a responsibility to provide for those who have greater difficulty fending for themselves.

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