SXMElections.com

Pfp Presents Party Manifesto: Focus On Improving Quality Of Life For All

Party for Progress, led by Melissa Gumbs (centre), presented 10 candidates for the January 11, 2024, elections.

PHILIPSBURG--In presenting the Party for Progress (PFP) 2024-2028 manifesto, titled Five for the Future: Working Today to Transform Tomorrow, party leader Melissa Gumbs said: We have prepared this document under what remains the PFPs central vision and intended governing theme of improving quality of life for all on St Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

DATE ISSUED: Friday, 08 December 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)  

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 09 December 2023 

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR ST. MAARTEN 

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE 

WEATHER:     

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

Forecast High: 31 C / 88F             

Forecast Low: 25C / 77F 

Sunset Today: 5:37 P.M.                  

Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:32 A.M.   

SURFACE WINDS:  

This afternoon through Saturday midday: East-northeasterly with a gentle to fresh breeze of 8 to 18 mph, and higher gusts possible. 

SYNOPSIS:   

Increased moisture associated with a passing area of disturbed weather will cause periods of cloudiness and isolated showers across the local region Read more

Mp Arrindell Urges Swift Action On Escalating Armed Robberies.

PHILIPSBURG:--- In a recent correspondence to the Honorable Minister of Justice, Anna Richardson, Member of Parliament Akeem Arrindell has voiced his concerns regarding the alarming rise in armed robberies plaguing Sint Maarten Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 08 December 2023 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Friday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with a brief shower possible. 

Forecast High: 31 C / 88F             

Forecast Low: 25C / 77F 

Sunset Today: 5:37 P.M.                  

Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:32 A.M.   

SURFACE WINDS:  

This afternoon through Friday midday: East-southeasterly to east-northeasterly with a light to moderate breeze of 7 to 15 mph. 

SYNOPSIS:   

A stable atmosphere will limit significant shower activity Read more

Acsar-Usm Symposium Explores St. MartinS Identity, Impact Of Slavery

Attendees at the symposium.

POND ISLAND--The Advisory Committee on Slavery, Atonement and Reparations (ACSAR) held a symposium titled St. Martin Identity: Slavery, Labour and Migration at University of St. Martin (USM) on November 30 and December 1.

Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (Dcna) Steps Into A New Era Of Governance With Two-Tier Board System Implementation.

BONAIRE:--- The Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) proudly announces a significant milestone in its organizational developmentthe implementation of a two-tier board system. On December 4th, 2023 the DCNA board, represented by its chairperson Hellen van der Wal and secretary Kai Wulf, signed the new Articles of Incorporation at the notary on St Maarten Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- This year, the Sint Maarten Lions Club will break from its traditional venue the Jocelyn Arndell Festival Village to host the at Annual Lion Wally Havertong Christmas Bingo Club at the indoor facility, Aleeze Convention Center in Madame Estate this Saturday, December 9th.
2023-2024 Club President Lion Felix Richards stated: Preparations for the Annual Lion Wally Havertong Christmas Bingo Spectacular have been finalized and bingo tickets can be purchased from any Sint Maarten Lions Club member, at the Lions Civic Center on Suckergarden Road and at the Big D Photo Studio in the Marcus Building on the Pondfill Road Read more

Safe Expressed Dismay At Harmful Postures Towards Lgbtqia Community.

St. Martin:--- The St. Maarten/St. Martin Alliance For Equality (SAFE SxM), the islands LGBTQIA+ advocacy group, has taken note of comments circulating on social media implying that awareness for LGBTQ rights and/or including knowledge of sexual diversity in our curriculum is equivalent to forcing non-heterosexual orientation on minors. SAFE SxM notes that there is no LGBTQ-specific education curriculum, but there are models for education with gender and sexuality perspectives, which creates safer spaces for all youth Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

Jacobs: Political Billboards Should Not Obstruct Traffic

PHILIPSBURG--Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs explained on Wednesday the intention behind the rule prohibiting the placement of political campaign material ten metres before the start of roundabouts, noting that the political billboards should not obstruct traffic.

---

Candidates in this article:

Ministry Of Justice Initiates Public Tender For Law Enforcement Institute In Cole Bay

The allocated property for the LEIS project is situated on Orange Grove Road, Cole Bay.

PHILIPSBURG--In a significant move towards enhancing law enforcement capabilities, Minister of Justice Anna Richardson has initiated a public tender for the design and development of a Law Enforcement Institute of St. Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

Witu Expresses Deep Disappointment In Government's Handling Of Public Education

PHILIPSBURG:--- Stuart Johnson, President of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU), has voiced profound disappointment in the Government of St Maarten regarding the handling of matters within Public Education and the broader education sector.

President Johnson had anticipated that the commitment made to sign an agreement with the Government of St Maarten would have been prioritized, reflecting the collaborative efforts necessary for the advancement of education in St.Maarten.

Johnson drafted the agreement and repeatedly sought to have it signed by the Government of St.Maarten in anticipation that the mutual understanding would have been adhered to.

The agreement highlights the electrical works, air-conditioning in all classrooms/offices, and other infrastructural works necessary for all public schools.

Moreover, Johnson has diligently pursued resolutions to several unresolved matters in education, utilizing platforms such as the Committee for Civil Servants Unions (CCSU) to address these issues.

President Johnson emphasized, "Some might perceive my approach as an immediate recourse to the media Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

Cbcs Leaves Pledging Rate Unchanged.

~In line with market expectations on the development of the US target policy rate~

Willemstad/Philipsburg The Centrale Bank van Curaao en Sint Maarten (CBCS) decided to pause its monetary policy tightening by leaving the pledging rate1 unchanged. This decision is predicated on the expectation that the Fed will leave its target policy rate unchanged as U.S.
inflation continues to decline. Furthermore, the development in the monetary unions gross official reserves and import coverage are broadly in line with expectations Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 6th December 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 7th December 2023

WEATHER:    

This Afternoon through Thursday midday: Partly cloudy with brief showers possible.

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

Sunset Today: 5:36 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:31 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 

This Afternoon through Thursday midday: Easterly to east southeasterly with a gentle breeze of 08 to 14 mph becoming light and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS: 

A relatively stable weather pattern will be maintained across the region Read more

Mp Jorien Wuite Leaves Dutch Second Chamber

Former St. Maarten Minister Plenipotentiary and first-ever Dutch MP of St. Maarten descent Jorien Wuite listened to words of gratitude from President of the Second Chamber Vera Bergkamp as Bergkamp bade farewell to all leaving Dutch MPs.

~ Receives applause for her efforts for Caribbean ~

THE HAGUE--On Tuesday, December 5, 79 Members of Parliament (MPs) left the Dutch Second Chamber of Parliament following the recent elections Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

Gendarme Seriously Injured In The Leg After Being Hit By A Scooter.

MARIGOT:--- Early Tuesday evening, the Gendarmes carried out a CODAF operation in the Sandy Ground area. As part of this operation, a detour was set up on the public highway. "A scooter arrived and did not respect the detour. As such the scooter rider hit the Gendarme in the leg causing him serious injuries.
The gendarme sustained injuries to his lower limbs. He was treated by the emergency services and transported to Louis Constant Fleming Hospital.

"Even though seriously injured, the prognosis is not life-threatening, said the public prosecutor Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

~ Says theres no legal impediment for citizens ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- MP Rolando Brison on Monday raised a pressing concern regarding the withdrawal of services from St. Maarten by digital bank Revolut, apparently as a consequence of actions taken by local banks. MP Brison directed his question to the Minister of Finance, seeking intervention and clarity on the matter and expressing his apprehensions about the actions of local banks and the potential hindrance to local economic diversification.

It vexed the MP that the same banks, that offer no innovation of fintech services, are now obstructing opportunities for locals and stifling economic growth Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

PHILIPSBURG:---  A historic collaboration was formalized today with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Government of St. Maarten and the Collectivit de Saint-Martin. Minister Omar Ottley representing the Council of Ministers and President Louis Mussington, representing the respective entities, sealed the agreement at the Government building.

The participants, recognizing the critical need for equitable and resilient solutions in providing community drinking water on Saint Martin, have affirmed their commitment to collaborate on a groundbreaking project Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

PHILIPSBURG (DCOMM):--- The recently held information session by the organizers of the National Career Fair on Working in the Caribbean was well attended.

Recently, representatives from various companies gathered at the Government Administration Building to receive details from Geert Nab, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Memory Group, and Mylene Van Puffelen, the Chief Operations Officer (COO), on the registration process and the creation of the Match & Meet profile designed for connecting profiles with potential employers Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, 05 December 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 05 December 2023

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR ST. MAARTEN
UNTIL WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6, 2023

WEATHER:    

This Afternoon through Wednesday midday: Partly cloudy with brief showers possible.

Forecast High: 31 C / 88F              Foreca Read more

Climb Wins Bid For Educational Programme, Exams For Inmates

The results of the tender process were unveiled by Minister of Justice Anna Richardson (second from left) in a meeting attended by Acting Director of the prison and house of detention Henrietta Doran (second from right), alongside Yadira Boston and Delroy Pierre representing CLIMB.

PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten Creative Leadershi Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

Usp President Cecil Nicholas Officially Announces His Candidacy

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The USP established in 2014 has been a contender in every election since it was established, winning 2 seats in every election held since, with 3 seats being the highest awarded to the party in the 2016 election campaign.

Nicholas a founder and first president of the US Party first ran in 2016 at the bottom of the list as candidate number 19. In this upcoming election, he is running as the number 2 candidate behind his new leader Mrs Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

DATE ISSUED: Monday 4th December 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)  

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 5th December 2023 

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT 

WEATHER:  

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

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

Sunset Today: 5:36 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:30 A.M.    

SURFACE WINDS:  

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: East to southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 8 to 15 mph. 

SYNOPSIS:   

A stable atmosphere will limit significant shower activity Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- Philipsburg - The management of Postal Services St. Maarten (PSS N.V.) is pleased to announce that the total voting cards received from the civil registry for the upcoming January 11, 2024, election have arrived, today Monday, December 4, 2023, at 10:04 am.
The total amount received was 19,479, this count will be verified within, and will thereafter be disseminated starting Wednesday, December 6, 2023.

This is a crucial step in facilitating the voting populations p Read more

---

Candidates in this article:

Astronaut Nicole Stott Brings Fusion Of Art And Science To La Samanna

Astronaut Nicole Stott (left) with Cristina Korp at Belmond La Samanna.

MARIGOT--Belmond La Samanna Hotel was honoured to host astronaut Nicole Stott November 28-30, where she brought a fascinating and unique insight to her experience of working at the National Aeronautical Space Agency (NASA), and her two flight missions to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2009 and 2011.