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DATE ISSUED: Monday, 21 October 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)
VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 22 October 2024

WEATHER:
This afternoon: Partly cloudy and slightly hazy, becoming cloudy at times with isolated showers.
Tonight through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy and slightly hazy with brief local showers possible.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F               Forecast Low: 27C / 81F

Sunset Today: 5:46 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:08 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS:   This afternoon through Tuesday midday: East-southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 8 to 16 mph.

SYNOPSIS:   Increased moisture and instability associated with a passing low-level trough may cause periodic showers during this forecast period Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday, 18th October 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 19th October 2024WEATHER:This afternoon through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times with isolated showers and a chance of isolated thunderstorms.Forecast High: 33C / 91F               Forecast Low: 27C / 81FSunset Today: 5:48 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:07 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Saturday midday: Southeasterly to easterly with a light to moderate breeze of 7 to 15 mph.SYNOPSIS: Pockets of moisture trailing a recent tropical wave will account for cloudy periods, isolated showers and a chance of isolated thunderstorms, particularly during the latter part of this forecast period Read more

 DATE ISSUED: Thursday, 17 October 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 18 October 2024WEATHER:This afternoon through Friday midday: Partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times with isolated showers and possible isolated thunderstorms.Forecast High: 33C / 91F               Forecast Low: 27C / 81FSunset Today: 5:48 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:07 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday midday: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 8 to 17 mph, and possible higher gusts.SYNOPSIS: Increased moisture and instability associated with an approaching tropical wave will account for periods of cloudiness, isolated showers, and possible thunderstorms during the next couple of days Read more

Court Upholds Teatt Order To Close Down District 721

PHILIPSBURG--The Court of First Instance has upheld a recent decision by Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication (TEATT) Grisha Heyliger-Marten that closed down District 721, at least until the nightclub on Welfare Road gets a new operational licence. Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, 16th October 2024 @ 06:00 LST (10:00 UTC)
VALID UNTIL: Thursday morning (06:00 LST) 17th October 2024

WEATHER: Today through Thursday morning: Fair to partly cloudy with isolated showers possible.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F               Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 5:49 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:06 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: Today through Thursday morning: Easterly with a light to moderate breeze of 6 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS:
A relatively stable atmosphere with low moisture content will restrict rainfall, while hot and humid weather persists Read more

Amid Tier 3 Ranking, Justice Minister Lewis Faces Pressure To Address Rising Trafficking Concerns

The new branding of the National Reporting Center, which will be unveiled by outgoing Minister of Justice Lyndon Lewis on October 18.

PHILIPSBURG--On October 18, the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom will observe Anti-Slavery Day, which focuses on raising awareness about human trafficking and modern slavery. On this day, outgoing Minister of Justice Lyndon Lewis will unveil the branding for the National Reporting Center (NRC) in St Read more

 DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, 15 October 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 16 October 2024WEATHER:This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy and hot with light haze and brief showers possible.Forecast High: 33C / 91F              Forecast Low: 28C / 82FSunset Today: 5:50 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:06 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Easterly with a light to moderate breeze of 6 to 14 mph.SYNOPSIS: A relatively stable atmosphere with low moisture content will limit rainfall, while hot and humid weather persists Read more

Pjia Arrival Hall Reopening Postponed To October 18

Outgoing Minister of Justice Lyndon Lewis (second from left) inspects the new arrival hall in the company of airport management.

SIMPSON BAY--The much-anticipated reopening of Princess Juliana International Airports (PJIA) new arrival hall has been postponed by three days. Originally scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, the final phase Read more

Vromi To Sell M/V Island Scout (Imo Number: 9215220)

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment, and Infrastructure (VROMI) announced during Wednesdays press briefing its intention to sell the Island Scout (IMO number 9215220). Under Article 13, Section 1 of the Landsverordening houdende maatregelen tot opruiming van schepen en wrakken in zee en op het zeestrand (National Ordinance containing measures for the removal of ships and wrecks at sea and on the sea beach)

The Island Scout is a 69-meter-long tug/supply ship that was beached and successfully salvaged, with efforts from both the Ministry of VROMI and TEATT following the passing of Tropical Storm, later Hurricane, Ernesto Read more

Eggs Harmed When Turtle Nest Dug Up Prematurely

Some of the eggs and hatchlings that were found.

ST. EUSTATIUS--A few days after St. Eustatius National Parks Foundation STENAPA took part in nest excavation on Zeelandia, the organisation got a call from Scubaqua Dive Center Statia about exposed sea turtle eggs. After inspecting the scene, STENAPA determined that a nest had been dug up by a dog (paw prints were present) Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday, 11 October 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 12 October 2024WEATHER:This afternoon through Saturday midday: Fair to partly cloudy and hot with light haze with a brief shower possible.Forecast High: 33C / 91F              Forecast Low: 28C / 82FSunset Today: 5:53 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:05 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Saturday midday: East-southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 4 to 10 mph.SYNOPSIS: Hot conditions will prevail due to a light, warm southeasterly wind-flow Read more

Irion Says Govt.S Decision To Not Sell Winair Shares A Missed Opportunity

NA MP Ardwell Irion

 

PHILIPSBURG--Governments decision to not sell its shares in local airline WINAIR wa Read more

Meyers: Cemeteries 85-90% Filled, Urges Govt. Get Ahead Of Concern

SAM MP Franklin Meyers.

PHILIPSBURG--Soualiga Action Movement (SAM) Member of Parliament (MP) Franklin Meyers on Thursday raised the alarm of the dwindling space in cemeterie Read more

 DATE ISSUED: Thursday, October 10, 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) October 11, 2024WEATHER:This afternoon through Friday midday: Mostly fair to partly cloudy with light haze.Forecast High: 34C / 93F               Forecast Low: 29C / 84FSunset Today: 5:53 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:05 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday midday: Southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 06 to 12 mph.SYNOPSIS: A combination of dry air and Saharan dust will restrict precipitation Read more

Minister Of Finance Warns Merchants To Stop Imposing Purchase Limit For Cards

Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs.

~Says offenders will be blacklisted~

PHILIPSBURG--Businesses in the country that continue to impose a purchase limit on consumers who use their debit or credit cards for payments, can be blacklisted, have their machines taken away and not receive a machine from any bank in the country.

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Lac Bay, Sorobon Closed In Bonaire

Suspected saltwater crocodile.

KRALENDIJK--The area around Lac Baai and Sorobon in Bonaire was cordoned off on Wednesday due to the presence of an animal that has not yet been officially identified. Photos and videos show that it is most likely a saltwater crocodile of about five to six metres long.

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 DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, 9 October 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 10 October 2024WEATHER:This afternoon through Thursday midday: Partly cloudy, warm & humid with light haze and a brief shower possible.Forecast High: 33C / 91F              Forecast Low: 28C / 82FSunset Today: 5:54 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:05 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Thursday midday: Southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 5 to 10 mph.SYNOPSIS: Although the atmosphere is drying out, lingering moisture may produce a brief shower from time to time, while a warm southeasterly flow prevails Read more

Parliament Approves Ennia Agreement, Addendum Two Days Ahead Of Deadline

MPs during Mondays meeting.

PHILIPSBURG--The Parliament of St Maarten approved the ENNIA Outline Agreement, as well as the addendum to save the country NAf. 37 million, on Tuesday, two days ahead of the October 10 deadline.

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St. Maarten 37Ers Youth Baseball Team Shines In Opening Game At Aruba Tournament

Aruba The St. Maarten 37ers U10 baseball team has kicked off their campaign in Aruba with an impressive 7-2 victory over the Aruba Stars on Monday. Competing at the Xander Bogaerts Baseball Field, the young athletes delivered a standout performance in their first game of the annual Baseball in Paradise tournament.

The games winning pitcher, Kris-Anthony Williams, led the charge on the mound. A highlight moment came from Jadiel Williams, who smashed a pivotal three-run home run, sealing the win for the 37ers and setting the tone for the teams strong start.

“Were really proud of how the boys performed in their opening game Read more

Small Property Owners Workshop Focuses On Digital Marketing And Business

In celebration of World Tourism Day 2024, Alicias Inn, LEsperance Hotel and Joshua Rose Guest House honored for their un waving commitment to their propertys growth and commitment to our tourism sector.

Great Bay The St. Maarten Small Properties Association in collaboration with digital marketing and branding expert Ms. Kenty Lichtenberg successfully facilitated a comprehensive workshop aimed at empowering small property owners. The event, held on October 4th at LEsperance Guest House Pavilion, Cay hill focused on equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to build their online presence and leverage digital marketing strategies for business growth Read more

14Th Anniversary Of Constitution Day To BeCelebrated On October 14Th 2024

PHILIPSBURG On October 10, 2010, Sint Maarten took its place as a country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, an event that forever changed our islands path and identity. In celebration of this historic milestone, Constitution Day is commemorated annually on the second Monday in October. This year, Constitution Day falls on Monday, October 14, 2024.

This years theme,Jollification Season: Building Home, Building Community, Building Nation, will spotlight Sint Maartens resilience, diversity, and the collaborative spirit that has shaped our nation Read more

 DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, 8 October 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 9 October 2024WEATHER:This afternoon: Partly cloudy, warm & humid with a few brief showers.Tonight through Wednesday midday: Partly cloudy, becoming cloudy at times with isolated showers.Forecast High: 33C / 91F              Forecast Low: 28C / 82FSunset Today: 5:55 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:05 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 5 to 10 mph.SYNOPSIS: Increased moisture due to a passing tropical wave may cause a few brief showers at times Read more

Min. Fin. Says Civil Servants, Subsidized Schools To Get Cola At Same Time In 25

Minister of Finance Marinka Gumbs.

PHILIPSBURG--There will be no distinction between civil servants and subsidized schools in terms of payment of Cost of Living Adjustment, (COLA), next year, Minister of Finance, Read more

Temperatures Above Existing Background (Base) Levels Detected At The La Soufriere Volcano

Saint Vincent According to information received from the Seismic Research Centre at 2:38 p.m. today (Monday October 7, 2024); a low thermal anomaly (temperatures above existing background/base levels) was detected at the summit of the La Soufriere volcano by the NASA FIRMS hot spot detection system on Sunday October 6, 2024. This low thermal anomaly as detected by NASA FIRMS is currently ongoing.

Potential scenarios associated with the detection of the thermal anomaly include a Sulphur fire in the crater, a small phreatic (steam) eruption that may have exposed hot underlying rocks, or the start of new extrusion of lava in the crater.

Analysis of multi gas data collected on October 4, 2024 by the National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) Soufriere Monitoring Team, and further reconnaissance via sea along the West Coast today (Monday October 7, 2024) are still underway Read more