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Chris Believes Report Recommending Return Of Unused Per Diem Biased

MP Christophe Emmanuel

PHILIPSBURG--Nation Opportunity Wealth (NOW) Member of Parliament (MP) Christophe Emmanuel says the General Audit Chamber report which recommended that ministers and Members of Parliament (MPs) return unused per diem (daily allowance) is biased.

Dont just paint the Parliament and the ministers as the bad crop when everything we do concerning government monies is regulated, said Emmanuel.

He made the remarks during an interview with Lady Grace on PJD2 radio on Thursday Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday, 29 February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 1 March 2024

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Friday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with brief local showers possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F              

Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:18 P.M.                  

Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:31 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Friday midday: Northeasterly light to moderate breeze of 6 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Generally fair weather conditions will prevail across the local region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 28th February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 29th February 2024

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Partly cloudy with light haze and a few brief showers.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:18 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:31 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Northeasterly with a light to moderate breeze of 06 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Lingering moisture and instability will cause a few isolated showers across the region Read more

Police Uphold Pay Or Stay Rule For Offenders During Heineken Regatta

PHILIPSBURG--On the day before the 44th Heineken Regatta, St. Maarten Police Force KPSM is urging the public to prioritise safety and adherence to regulations during the festivities. Recognised as a vibrant gathering that unites locals and visitors, the Regatta is also accompanied by instances of excessive drinking, drug use and other unlawful activities, police noted.

In collaboration with the Prosecutors Office, KPSM underscores the significance of upholding the law and safeguarding public welfare throughout the event Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, 27 February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 28 February 2024

SAHARAN DUST REMAINS ACROSS THE REGION

WEATHER:

This afternoon: Partly cloudy and hazy, becoming cloudy at times with brief isolated showers.

Tonight through Wednesday midday: Partly cloudy and hazy with isolated showers possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:18 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:32 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Easterly to northeasterly with a light to moderate breeze of 06 to 13 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Moisture and instability associated with a frontal system will cause isolated showers during this forecast period Read more

DATE ISSUED: Monday 26th February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 27th February 2024

PLUME OF SAHARAN DUST PERSISTS

WEATHER:

This afternoon and evening: Hazy with isolated showers.

Tonight, through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy and hazy. Isolated showers are likely.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:18 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:33 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

Today through Tuesday midday: East to northeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 4 to 10 mph; becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS: 

A plume of Saharan dust is affecting the region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday, 23 February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 24 February 2024

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with brief local showers possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F              

Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:17 P.M.                  

Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:35 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Northeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 4 to 10 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS: 

The atmosphere will remain stable today with limited shower activity and light winds Read more

Matter Of Concern

An urgent request for a closed-door Central Committee meeting to discuss the latest developments at the TelEm Group was submitted to Parliament on Thursday by Democratic Party (DP) MP Grisha Heyliger-Marten, Party for Progress Read more

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Governor Receives First 19 Of Hundreds Of National Decrees For Justice Workers

PHILIPSBURG--Caretaker Minister of Justice Anna Richardson sent out a press release on Thursday, an hour before midnight, stating that the Cabinet of Governor Ajamu Baly had confirmed receipt of nineteen National Decrees (LBs) for justice workers.

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DATE ISSUED: Thursday 22nd February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 23rd February 2024

WEATHER:    

This afternoon: Partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times with isolated showers.

Tonight through Friday midday: Partly cloudy with isolated showers possible.

Forecast High: 29C / 84F               Forecast Low: 23C / 73F

Sunset Today: 6:16 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:35 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Friday midday: West northwesterly to northerly with a light to moderate breeze of 07 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Moisture and instability associated with a trough will account for cloudy periods and isolated showers across the region Read more

Dr. Richardson Presents Caretaker Pm Jacobs With Legal Reference Book

Dr. Linda Richardson (left) presenting her lifes work to caretaker Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs.

PHILIPSBURG--On Monday, Dr. Linda Richardson unveiled her latest literary contribution, Trilingual Terminology in Criminal Proceedings, to caretaker Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Tuesday 20TH February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 21ST February 2024

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with isolated showers.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:15 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:37 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Northeast to Easterly with a generally moderate breeze of 8 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

A dominant Atlantic high-pressure system continues to generate gentle winds and limits precipitation Read more

DATE ISSUED: Monday 19TH February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 20TH February 2024

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Brief overnight showers are possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79F

Sunset Today: 6:15 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:37 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 08 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

A dominant Atlantic high-pressure system continues to generate gentle winds and maintain stable conditions across the region Read more

Marlin: Rename Dq Community Center After Late Edgar Lynch

The Dutch Quarter Community Center. Photo courtesy National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) website.

PHILIPSBURG--Former National Alliance (NA) leader, and former NA Member of Parliament (MP) William Marlin has suggested that the Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Friday 16TH February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 17TH February 2024

A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT...

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with a light shower possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:14 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:39 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Easterly to southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 11 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS: 

The Atlantic high pressure ridge will maintain mostly light winds across the region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday, 15 February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 16 February 2024

A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Friday midday: Mainly fair.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:13 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:39 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Friday midday: Easterly to southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 09 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS: 

A relatively stable atmosphere with low moisture levels will restrict precipitation across the region during this forecast period Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 14th February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 15th February 2024

A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT...

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Isolated showers are possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:13 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:40 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 5 to 10 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

The Atlantic high-pressure system maintains stable conditions, and gentle winds across the region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, February 13th, 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 14th February 2024

A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT...

WEATHER:    

Today through Wednesday midday: Partly cloudy. Brief isolated showers are possible.

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

Sunset Today: 6:13 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:40 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

Today through Wednesday midday: East to southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 8 to 13 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

The Atlantic high-pressure system maintains stable conditions, and gentle winds across the region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Monday, 12 February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 13 February 2024

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

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy with brief local showers possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F              

Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:12 P.M.                  

Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:41 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: East-northeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 6 to 10 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Fair weather conditions will prevail across the local region Read more

Unanimous Vote For Sarah As Chairperson Of Parliament

From left: First Vice Chairperson of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel, Chairperson of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams and second Vice Chair of Parliament Melissa Gumbs.

~ Emmanuel First Vice Chair, Gumbs Second Vice Chair ~

PHILIPSBURG--Democratic Party (DP) leader Member of Parliament (MP) Sarah Wescot-Williams made history on Saturday when she became the first person to be unanimously elected to serve as Chairperson of the Parliament of St Read more

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The Newly Elected Parliament Of Sint Maarten Held Its First Meeting, Public Meeting

Phillipsburg, Sint Maarten — The newly elected Parliament of Sint Maarten held its first meeting, Public meeting no. 11, on Saturday, February 10, 2024. In accordance with the Rules of Order for Parliament, since neither the Chairperson nor the Vice-Chairpersons of the previous period form part of the new Parliament, the Member with the longest membership and the oldest in years acts as the Chairperson. Hence, Member of Parliament, Mrs. Sarah A Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Friday, 09 February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 10 February 2024

SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR ST. MAARTEN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy with isolated showers possible.

Forecast High: 29C / 84F               Forecast Low: 23C / 73F

Sunset Today: 6:11 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:42 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Northerly to northeasterly with a light to moderate breeze of 05 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

A drier and more stable air mass is gradually settling over the region as a recent frontal boundary moves further away Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday 8th February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 9th February 2024

A FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6PM TODAY...

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT...

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through evening: Overcast with widespread rain. Isolated thunderstorms are likely.

Tonight: Cloudy to partly cloudy with light rain, becoming settled by dawn.

Friday morning through midday: Partly cloudy Read more

Unops Looking For Suppliers For Construction Of New Prison Facility

The Point Blanche prison (File photo)

PHILIPSBURG--Following the publication of an ad from United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) inviting companies to register for a February 16 workshop regarding a new prison facility in Point Blanche, Minister of Justice Anna Richardson announced on Wednesd Read more

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