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United People's Party Board Denounces Deceptive Rhetoric For Personal Gain.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Board of the United People's (UP) Party strongly condemns the malicious rhetoric and disingenuous statements peddled by individuals willing to deceive the people of Sint Maarten for their gain. It is crucial to address these actions that serve as a distraction from the real issues facing our nation.
The Board has taken note of the various levels of slander, gossip, and dishonesty perpetuated by individuals, some of whom have thankfully severed ties with the United People's Party Read more

~ Says he is returning to St. Maarten next week and acknowledges that he has a contract with Olivier Arrindell. ~

PHILIPSBURG: --- Former United Peoples Party (UPP) candidate Lyndon Lewis confirmed on Friday that he will be contesting the 2024 parliamentary election on the NOW slate Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Friday, October 27, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)  

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) October 28, 2023 

A FLOOD ALERT HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR ST. MAARTEN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE 

HIGH SURF AND SMALL CRAFT ADVISORIES REMAIN IN EFFECT
FOR ST. MAARTEN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy to cloudy and slightly breezy with isolated showers and isolated thunderstorms.  

Forecast High: 31C / 88F             

Forecast Low: 26C / 79F 

Sunset Today: 5:43 P.M Read more

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) October 27, 2023 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon: Partly cloudy with brief showers possible. 

Tonight through Friday midday: Partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times with isolated showers and possible thunder.  

Forecast High: 31C / 88F             

Forecast Low: 26C / 79F 

Sunset Today: 5:43 P.M Read more

Upcoming Symposium On Nature Based Solutions.

The Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) and Fundacion Parke Nacional Aruba (FPNA) are proud to announce a symposium on Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) for Ecosystem Restoration and Conservation on the Dutch Caribbean islands. This event, scheduled for November 10th from 13:30 to 17:00 AST on Aruba, will provide a unique platform for the exchange of knowledge and experiences in integrating innovative solutions to preserve and rejuvenate the diverse ecosystems of the Dutch Caribbean Read more

Parliamentarians Deem Tripartite Meeting A Success

SINT MAARTEN, PHILIPSBURG On October 24, 2023, the Parliament of Sint Maarten hosted colleague Parliamentarians from the countries of Aruba and Curaao for Tripartite discussions.

The objective of the Tripartite meeting is to prepare for the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation as well as to discuss topics of mutual interest. During the Tripartite meeting of February 2023, the delegations agreed to meet more often which would entail three in-person meetings and one virtual meeting per year Read more

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~ Maingrette is yet to resign from his politically appointed job in the cabinet of TEATT.~

PHILIPSBURG:--- The board of the United Peoples Party gave their former member and candidate Kevin Maingrette the opportunity to apologize to the people of St. Maarten especially the Prime Minister of St. Maarten Silveria Jacobs or resign from the United Peoples Party (UPP) when they realized that he was one of the persons leaking false information to his friend and compatriot businessman Olivier Arrindell.

SMN News learned from reliable sources that the UPP board members told Maingrette to do an interview on one of the islands radio stations and apologize for his role in causing several persons in government to be defamed and slandered by Arrindell Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- On October 24, 2023, the Parliament of Sint Maarten hosted colleague Parliamentarians from the countries of Aruba and Curaao for Tripartite discussions.
The objective of the Tripartite meeting is to prepare for the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation as well as to discuss topics of mutual interest. During the Tripartite meeting of February 2023, the delegations agreed to meet more often which would entail three in-person meetings and one virtual meeting per year. The meeting held on Sint Maarten was the first in-person additional meeting since the decision in February 2023.

The day started with an opening address by the President of the Parliament of Sint Maarten, Mr Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) October 26, 2023

WEATHER:    

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

Forecast High: 32C / 90F             Forecast Low: 27C / 81F

Sunset Today: 5:44 P.M Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Central Bank of Curaao and Sint Maarten announces the issuance of a significant NAF 60,854,000 bond to Sint Maarten over a 20-year period. Leveraging the current Dutch yield curve, with an interest rate of 3.418% as of October 19, this financing represents a crucial milestone in the country's developmental journey.

The Ministry of Finance has been working diligently to execute this critical step by providing a transparent explanation of the various local investments, the future impact on budgets, and the underlying value of the investments being made Read more

PHILIPSBURG:---  On October 19th, the Honorable Omar Ottley, Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA) approved the implementation of the Nutri Kids healthy program by Ambrosia. The 3-month pilot project, slated to begin on November 13th, entails a Grab & Go healthy breakfast program for the students of Martin Luther King, Genevieve de Weever, and Leonard Connor elementary schools Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, October 24, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) October 25, 2023

WEATHER:    

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

Forecast High: 31C / 88F             Forecast Low: 26C / 79F

Sunset Today: 5:44 P.M Read more

Dcna Releases Third Issue Of Bionews Kids Keep The Nature Reading Going For The Youth.

The Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) is thrilled to announce the release of the highly anticipated third edition of Bionews Kids, a dynamic nature magazine tailored for children aged 10-12 across the six Dutch Caribbean islands. This engaging publication, available both in print and online, is a cornerstone of DCNA's commitment to nurturing a love for nature and bolstering nature education among the youth of the Dutch Caribbean.

BioNews Kids: Fostering Curiosity and Conservation

BioNews Kids was conceived with a clear mission: to inspire young minds to explore the wonders of nature and cultivate a sense of responsibility towards its preservation Read more

...The Flood Watch For St. Maarten Has Been Cancelled

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, October 24, 2023 @ 06:00 LST (10:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday morning (06:00 LST) October 25, 2023

WEATHER:

This morning through Wednesday morning: Partly cloudy to cloudy with isolated showers and possi-ble isolated thunderstorms.

Forecast High: 31C / 88F Forecast Low: 26C / 79F

Sunset Today: 5:44 P.M. Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:09 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS:

This morning through Wednesday morning: Southwesterly to westerly with a light to gentle breeze of 4 to 10 mph, with occasional higher gusts.

SYNOPSIS:

Instability and lingering moisture associated with Hurricane Tammy will maintain cloudy skies, show-ers, and possible thunderstorms across the region Read more

Schools Reopen On Tuesday. Eoc Deactivated.

PHILIPSBURG (DCOMM):---  On Monday, October 23rd, 2023, at 7:00 PM; Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs, chairlady of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC); did her third and final update with respect to matters related to post-Hurricane Tammy effects on Sint Maarten for Monday, October 23rd.

Military assistance to the disaster management organization ended as of 6:00 PM this evening Read more

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Drive With Extreme Caution. Avoid Flood Prone Areas.

PHILIPSBURG (DCOMM):--- Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs who is also chairlady of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), gave her second update for Monday, October 23rd.

A number of Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) have provided updates at midday with respect to post-Hurricane Tammy effects that are still impacting the country of Sint Maarten.

ESF-3 the Ministry of VROMI reports that water levels have started to subside Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Steadfast efforts are in full force as CIBC FirstCaribbean gets ready to Move for the Cure on Saturday, October 28th.

With an unswerving pledge to support cancer patients and the education and awareness of the disease, the regions most prominent cancer charity, Walk for the Cure, now in its 12th year, continues to support persons living with the disease.

This years walk comprises a walk, workout, and yoga marathon event. Proceeds will benefit the Positive Foundation, Still Beautiful, and Elektralyets Foundation in their collaborated cancer support, education, and awareness efforts Read more

DATE ISSUED: Monday 23rd October 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)   

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) October 23, 2023  

...THE FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT 

THE SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS DISCONTINUED... 

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through tonight: Cloudy to overcast and breezy with periods of rain and isolated thunderstorms.   

Tuesday morning, through midday: Partly cloudy to cloudy with isolated showers.  

Forecast High: 29C / 84F             Forecast Low: 24C / 75F  

Sunset Today: 6:45 P.M Read more

Drive With Extreme Caution. Avoid Flood Prone Areas.

PHILIPSBURG:---  A number of Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) have provided updates this morning with respect to post-Hurricane Tammy effects that are still impacting the country of Sint Maarten.

ESF-3 Ministry of VROMI reports a number of areas are partially flooded, namely the road at Mullet Bay, Beacon Hill and part of the Billy Folly Road leading to Pelican. Motorists should drive with extreme caution or avoid these areas until flooded street water levels subside.

ESF-5 the Police, have also reported street flooding and rock falls at certain areas, Illidge Road (near the traffic lights); Zagersgut Road; Bush Road; Belair (Octavius L Read more

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PHILIPSBURG (DCOMM):--- On Sunday afternoon the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) met in the EOC Conference room chaired by Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs, where updates were provided by the 10 Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) and most specifically the education sector.

During the meeting of the EOC held on Sunday, the decision was taken to continue to monitor the ongoing weather effects especially as a flood watch remains in effect for the country Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:---  The second annual Anti-Counterfeit and Intellectual Property conference opened with a resounding call for global collaboration, echoing throughout the Simpson Bay resort on Thursday, October 19, 2023. This remarkable two-day event was organized by the Honorable Minister of Justice, Anna E. Richardson, and supported by the Government of Sint Maarten, and DISOSA. It brought together 27 experts and industry leaders, all committed to addressing the dire concerns of counterfeit goods and safeguarding intellectual property rights.
Compelling statements were made by Gerardo Ortiz of Nike, who emphasized that counterfeit goods have evolved into a problem affecting all its consumers Read more

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Hurricane Warning Discontinued. Business Closure Lifted As Of 8:00Am.

PHILIPSBURG (DCOMM):---  Hurricane Tammy at 5:00 AM was located approximately 60 miles northeast of Sint Maarten and was at its closest point to the island according to the latest update from the Meteorological Department of Sint Maarten.

Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs on Sunday morning said that the nation is truly blessed thus far to have experienced minimal tropical storm-force winds.

Hurricane-force winds were on the eastern side of Tammy and therefore the country didnt experience those types of winds.

The Hurricane Warning for Sint Maarten is discontinued as of 8:00 AM Read more

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...Tammy Alejndose Del Norte De Las Islas De Sotavento...

Huracn Tammy Advertencia Intermedia Nmero 16A

Centro Nacional de Huracanes del SNM Miami FL AL202023

Traduccin por el SNM San Juan PR

800 AM AST domingo 22 de octubre de 2023

RESUMEN DE LAS 800 AM AST...1200 UTC...INFORMACIN

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LOCALIZACIN...18.9N 62.5O

ALREDEDOR DE 60 MI...100 KM NE DE ANGUILLA

VIENTOS MXIMOS SOSTENIDOS...85 MPH...140 KM/H

MOVIMIENTO ACTUAL...NO O 335 GRADOS A 10 MPH...17 KM/H

PRESIN CENTRAL MNIMA...992 MB...29.30 PULGADAS

VIGILANCIAS Y AVISOS

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CAMBIOS CON ESTA ADVERTENCIA:

Todos los Avisos de Huracn han sido descontinuados.

RESUMEN DE VIGILANCIAS Y AVISOS EN EFECTO:

No hay vigilancias ni avisos costeros en efecto.

Para informacin de tormenta especfica en su rea, favor de monitorear los productos emitidos por su servicio nacional de meteorologa.

DISCUSIN Y PERSPECTIVAS

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A las 800 AM AST (1200 UTC), el centro del Huracn Tammy estaba localizado cerca de la latitud 18.9 norte, longitud 62.5 oeste Read more

...Tammy Pulling Away From The Northern Leeward Islands...

Hurricane Tammy Intermediate Advisory Number 16A

NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL202023

800 AM AST Sun Oct 22 2023

SUMMARY OF 800 AM AST...1200 UTC...INFORMATION

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LOCATION...18.9N 62.5W

ABOUT 60 MI...100 KM NE OF ANGUILLA

MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...85 MPH...140 KM/H

PRESENT MOVEMENT...NNW OR 335 DEGREES AT 10 MPH...17 KM/H

MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...992 MB...29.30 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS

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CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY:

All Hurricane Warnings have been discontinued.

SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:

There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

For storm information specific to your area, please monitor products issued by your national meteorological service.

DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK

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At 800 AM AST (1200 UTC), the center of Hurricane Tammy was located near latitude 18.9 North, longitude 62.5 West Read more