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Refused to sign NAF 20M check for government since he believed they squandered their monies.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The temporary manager of GEBE William Brooks has officially resigned from his appointed position at GEBE on Thursday when the Council of Ministers did not appoint him as CEO during the meeting held on Thursday morning.
Brooks told the Council of Ministers that he will not sign any check for government because he believed they squandered the people’s monies and now that government is cash strapped they wanted GEBE to give them a loan of NAF20M in order to boost the 2016 budget Read more

Jacobs: Media Law Outdated

PHILIPSBURG--Education and Culture Minister Silveria Jacobs described the almost-ten-year-old draft Media Law as “outdated” in Parliament on Thursday afternoon. The law, first tabled in the Netherlands Antilles Parliament in 2007, does not take into account the tremendous growth of “new media” – online news outlets, blogs and Read more

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Voice Of The Nation Series 1

PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten - JCI LIVE Soualiga presented its first event for the year of 2016.The Voice of The Nation’ was kick off with a Panel discussion with various Political Parties on Sint.Maarten.

The topic discussed was Poverty and Social Effects, it was based on how we can solve the problems in our communities.

This sustainable project goal is to help find solutions and strategies in how we can help solve the social and critical issues that affecting our communities.

This event took place at the University of St Read more

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New Lesson Plan On Slavery And Human Rights Introduced To School Officials

PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten - On Wednesday the 27th of January, a new lesson plan on Slavery and Human Rights was introduced at the Asha Stevens Christian Hillside School at Cay Hill.

One year ago, four students from the University of Applied Sciences, Iselinge, in the Netherlands, did research on Sint Maarten. They wished to develop a method through which youngsters in all parts of the Dutch Kingdom could learn about their shared history and the ways in which that history has shaped the world we all live in today Read more

Nv Gebe Presents Led Energy Saving Light Bulbs To Seniors

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — NV GEBE on Thursday presented LED (Light Emitting Diodes) energy saving light bulbs to five senior citizens at its Pondfill office.  Also present was Home Away from Home President Patsy Flanders. Member of Parliament (MP) Maurice Lake, was also scheduled to be present for the presentation, however, he had to be present at the House of Parliament for a meeting.  MP Lake has been a staunch supporter of the senior citizen relief program that NV GEBE initiated.

LED bulbs are one of today’s most energy-efficient and rapidly-developing technologies.  They use only 20-25 of the energy and last up to 25 times longer than the traditional incandescent bulbs.  NV GEBE will be giving out 800 LED energy saving light bulbs to 160 senior citizens who received a voucher that was given out at its December 20th event that took place at the Dr Read more

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Mp De Weever Response On Minister Of Public Health Emil Lee

“With respect to the statement made by the Minister of Public Health Emil Lee about plagiarism, this alone tells what is important to Minister Lee, playing political games.  First and foremost, I was providing general information to the people of the country about the Ovitraps.  I did not have any quotation remarks around the statement but was provided as general information and was quoted wrongly by an editor, but this is not the point Read more

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Urgent Central Committee Meeting About Status Of Police Officers Insurance Coverage Scheduled For Friday Postponed

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – The urgent Central Committee meeting that was scheduled for January 29th has been postponed until further notice at the request of the Minister of Justice Edson Kirindongo.

Minister Kirindongo requested additional time in order for him to be briefed properly about the matter which would allow him to have a productive discussion when the meeting takes place.

The Central Committee meeting was scheduled for Friday at 10.00am in the General Assembly Cha Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- NV GEBE on Thursday presented LED (Light Emitting Diodes) energy saving light bulbs to five senior citizens at its Pondfill office. Also present was Home Away from Home President Patsy Flanders. Member of Parliament (MP) Maurice Lake, was also scheduled to be present for the presentation, however, he had to be present at the House of Parliament for a meeting Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- "With respect to the statement made by the Minister of Public Health Emil Lee about plagiarism, this alone tells what is important to Minister Lee, playing political games. First and foremost, I was providing general information to the people of the country about the Ovitraps. I did not have any quotation remarks around the statement but was provided as general information and was quoted wrongly by an editor, but this is not the point Read more

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Urgent Central Committee Meeting About Status Of Police Officers Insurance Coverage Scheduled For Friday Postponed.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The urgent Central Committee meeting that was scheduled for January 29th has been postponed until further notice at the request of the Minister of Justice Edson Kirindongo.

Minister Kirindongo requested additional time in order for him to be briefed properly about the matter which would allow him to have a productive discussion when the meeting takes place.

The Central Committee meeting was scheduled for Friday at 10.00am in the General Assembly Chamber of the Hous Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The President of Parliament, DP leader Mrs. Sarah Wescot-Williams, was present at the Courthouse on Friday morning to observe the proceedings in the two cases put for the consideration of the Constitutional Court Read more

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New Lesson Plan On Slavery And Human Rights Introduced To School Officials

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten —  On Wednesday the 27th of January, a new lesson plan on Slavery and Human Rights was introduced at the Asha Stevens Christian Hillside School at Cay Hill.

One year ago, four students from the University of Applied Sciences, Iselinge, in the Netherlands, did research on Sint Maarten. They wished to develop a method through which youngsters in all parts of the Dutch Kingdom could learn about their shared history and the ways in which that history has shaped the world we all live in today Read more

Urgent Central Committee Meeting About Status Of Police Officers Insurance Coverage Scheduled For Friday

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – The Central Committee will meet in an urgent session on January 29th. The Minister of Justice will be present for the sitting of the House.

The Central Committee meeting has been set for Friday at 10.00am in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelmina Straat #1 in Philipsburg.

The agenda point is the status of insurance coverage for Police Officers and their families and other related and affected issues.

This urgent meeting was called by the United People’s (UP) party faction Members of Parliament (MP) Tamara Leonard, (MP) Franklin Meyers, and Independent (MP) Leona Marlin-Romeo.

Members of the public are invited to the House of Parliament to attend parliamentary deliberations.

The House of Parliament is located across from the Court House in Philipsburg.

The parliamentary session will be carried live on St Read more

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William Brooks has done it again.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of VROMI Angel Meyers will be approaching the Council of Ministers on Thursday on the appointment of Veronica Jenson Webster as the candidate to take over the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position at GEBE. Jensen Webster a member of the Supervisory Board was requested to submit her resignation to the supervisory board in order to take on the new managerial position at the Government owned company.
SMN News learnt that William Brooks who was appointed temporary manager by the Supervisory Board was offered the position of COO but it is not yet known if Brooks will accept that position.
William Brooks was given a second chance at GEBE where persons within government and members of the supervisory board believed that he would have used his knowledge and competence for the betterment of the company, however, SMN News managed to obtain a letter that was sent to the Minister of VROMI informing of some of the decisions Brooks took without consulting with the board and instead of working in the interest of the company he took decisions that would benefit himself and relatives Read more

Urgent Central Committee Meeting About Status Of Police Officers Insurance Coverage Scheduled For Friday

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – The Central Committee will meet in an urgent session on January 29th. The Minister of Justice will be present for the sitting of the House.

The Central Committee meeting has been set for Friday at 10.00am in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelmina Straat #1 in Philipsburg.

The agenda point is the status of insurance coverage for Police Officers and their families and other related and affected issues.

This urgent meeting was call Read more

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Urgent Central Committee Meeting About Status Of Police Officers Insurance Coverage Scheduled For Friday

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Central Committee will meet in an urgent session on January 29th. The Minister of Justice will be present for the sitting of the House.

The Central Committee meeting has been set for Friday at 10.00am in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelmina Straat #1 in Philipsburg.

The agenda point is the status of insurance coverage for Police Officers and their families and other related and affected issues.

This urgent meeting was called by the United People’s (UP) party faction Members of Parliament (MP) Tamara Leonard, (MP) Franklin Meyers, and Independent (MP) Leona Marlin-Romeo.

Members of the public are invited to the House of Parliament to attend parliamentary deliberations.

The House of Parliament is located across from the Court House in Philipsburg.

The parliamentary session will be carried live on St Read more

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Parliament To Continue Debate On Proposed Appointment Of Ann Groen Gumbs

PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten - The Parliament of St. Maarten will continue their meeting of Tuesday at a later date in order to confirm the appointment of the 1st acting Secretary General of Parliament.

In Tuesday’s public meeting some members of Parliament requested that the meeting be held behind closed doors noting that the debate centered on a personality, a discussion that some did not want to take place in a public setting.

There were some members of Parliament however that thought that the agenda point should be handled in a public setting.

MP the Honorable Rudolph Samuel is one of those MPs who hold that position Read more

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Minister Of Justice Kirindongo Introduced To Commuity Wednesday

PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten - New Minister of Justice the Honorable Edson G. Kirindongo was introduced to the community of St. Maarten on Wednesday.

Leader of Government the Honorable William Marlin stated that Kirindongo is no stranger to Justice.

Meanwhile the new Minister in his first official statement confirmed that he is Read more

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Compensation Des Transferts De Compétences De 2007 : La Question Prioritaire De Constitutionnalité Posée Par La Présidente Franchit Une Étape Importante

MARIGOT, Saint Martin — Soucieuse de défendre efficacement les intérêts du territoire et donc de la population, Madame Aline Hanson, Présidente du conseil territorial, a décidé de faire réexaminer entièrement le contentieux engagé par la première mandature au sujet de la juste compensation financière des transferts de compétences intervenus le 15 juillet 2007, lors du changement statutaire de Saint-Martin.

Ce réexamen l’a conduite à poser, devant le Tribunal administratif de Paris, une question prioritaire de constitutionnalité (QPC) visant à faire déclarer non conformes à la Constitution les dispositions législatives régissant les modalités de calcul de la dotation globale de compensation censée garantir la neutralité financière de ces transferts de compétences Read more

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Study To Question Viability Of St. Martin’S European Status

MARIGOT--Member of Parliament (MP) Daniel Gibbs disclosed he has commissioned a study to be done on St. Martin’s European status, specifically to address the advantages and disadvantages of St. Martin remaining a Région Ultra Périphérique (RUPRead more

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*** Update ***: Rental Cars Seized As A Result Of Long Term Investigation

PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten – On January 26, 2016 the Criminal Investigation Team (RST) seized in close collaboration with the Police Corps of Sint Maarten at various places on the island total of nine cars.These cars are owned by a car rental agency.

The seizure was done based on the strong suspicion that these were purchased with money that has, among other things been obtained from the trade in narcotics and that money was laundered through the rental company.

The owner (721news note: Latoya Flanders) of the rental company some time ago was shot on the French side Read more

South Reward:--– Honorable Minister Silveria Jacobs attended the first Health and Wellness Fair hosted by The St. Maarten Vocational Training school under the theme “Preparing Our Bodies and Minds for Our Future”.
The St. Maarten Vocational Training School implemented a Career Guidance program in the academic year of 2014-2015, which is consistently being developed and managed by Career Guidance counselor Ashayna Nisbett Read more

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Former Mp Laville Stands Trial For Threatening James And York

St. Maarten – Former Member of Parliament Romain Jules Laville stands trial tomorrow morning for firearm possession and for threatening his former fellow-faction member Jules James and, on a later date, steel pan icon Isidore York.

Officers of the National Detective Agency arrested Laville on March 26 of last year in the context of an investigation into alleged threats he made against former UP-parliamentarian Jules James on June 11, 2012 and against Isidore York on November 28 of the same year Read more

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Miss Pitchounette And Junior Pageants: Mae-Lys And Ferrol Clinch Crowns

St. Martin News: From the reactions of the almost capacity crowd inside the Festival Village in Galisbay late Sunday evening, Farlot Mae-Lys did enough to earn the crown in the Miss Pitchounette category. The same can be said about Shaliyah Ferrol, the winner in the junior category.

The young ladies in each category were awarded 20 points for speech, 100 points for carnival costume and 80 points for princess wear. Among the things the panel of judges was looking for was fluency, content and master of language.

In addition, to the coveted title and the rights for her family, friends and school to brag about her accomplishment Read more

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