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United People's Party Extends Gratitude For Successful 2023 Convention, Recognizes Outstanding Contributions.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The United People's Party (UP Party) has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the general public and the more than seven hundred attendees who made the UP Party's 2023 Convention an unparalleled success. Held on Sunday, August 13, at the esteemed Aleeze Convention Center, the event was a remarkable display of unity, strength, and meticulous organization.
Distinguished by an impressive parade, the convention saw the dynamic leadership duo of Member of Parliament, the Honorable Rolando Brison, securing his reelection as the UP Party leader, and Minister Omar Ottley officially being elected as the Deputy Leader Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- This Saturday, August 12, 2023, Ms. Tefari Prevoo Francisco, returned from a five-week summer intensive music program at the prestigious Berklee College of Music. She successfully completed this preliminary course to the Bachelor program and received a glowing introductory letter from Mr. Witness Matlou, a South African Jazz Pianist and a music theory professor at Berklee. Ms. Tefari Prevoo Franciscos participation in the course was made possible through assistance by the Division of Study Financing, the Department of Culture, and the Cabinet of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth, and Sport (MECYS) Read more

Rogerrel Mauricia Concern By Custom Officers Working Conditions

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — President of the NAPB, Rogerrel Mauricia, has responded to a recent article circulating on social media and in newspapers in Sint-Maarten. The article highlights the concerns raised by custom officers regarding their working conditions and salaries. The president of NAPB Sint-Maarten was also contacted by his counterpart from Curacaos union S.T.R.A.F.F., which represents custom officers and police, when the news broke.

During the meetings held by NAPB Sint-Maarten in early August 2023, this union leader visited the custom office and observed that the current structure of the custom department is problematic, potentially leading to issues Read more

Napb President Lending Support To Customs Workers.

PHILIPSBURG:--- President of the NAPB, Rogerrel Mauricia, has responded to a recent article circulating on social media and in newspapers in Sint-Maarten. The article highlights the concerns raised by customs officers regarding their working conditions and salaries. The president of NAPB Sint-Maarten was also contacted by his counterpart from Curacaos union S.T.R.A.F.F., which represents customs officers and police when the news broke.

During the meetings held by NAPB Sint-Maarten in early August 2023, this union leader visited the customs office and observed that the current structure of the customs department is problematic, potentially leading to issues Read more

DATE ISSUED: Monday, August 14, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) August 15, 2023

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy and breezy with light haze and brief showers possible.

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

Sunset Today: 6:40 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:55 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Tuesday midday: East northeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 08 to 17 mph.

SYNOPSIS:

Patches of moisture drifting across the region may cause brief showers Read more

Fifteen St. Maarten Students Depart For Us On Saturday To Pursue Studies

Minister of Education Rodolphe Samuel (right) speaking with students at the Princess Juliana International Airport prior to departing for Florida.

SIMPSON BAY--Fifteen study financing recipients from St. Maarten left for the United States (US) on Saturday, August 12, to pursue their studies.

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Customs Officers Are Calling On The Minister Of Justice To Address Their Concerns.

PHILIPSBURG:--- Customs workers on St. Maarten have reached their limit and have made a public call to the Minister of Justice Anna Richardson to address their concerns as well as their working conditions.
The Customs officers that reached out to SMN News said they held a meeting with the Minister of Justice and the ABVO union where they expressed their grievances but to date, the Minister has not taken any action to resolve the issues and she did not reach out to them.
The customs officers claim in a letter said they need working dogs since the trained working dogs play a vital role in detecting contraband while safeguarding the countrys borders Read more

Witu Concerned About Cba

Philipsburg — “I am deeply concerned about the situation at the Charlotte Brookson Academy (CBA),” remarked Stuart Johnson President of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU). Johnson sent a email correspondence to the board of CBA over the weekend questioning a number of concerns. One of the most alarming concerns was the situation regarding the Financial support of the CBA. “What is the situation regarding the Financial advisor of CBA? Has the staff of the CBA been fully informed about this development? Has a contingency plan been put in place? Who is responsible for the financial responsibilities now?” Johnson questioned. He minced no words in expressing, “if any negative impact happens to the staff or by extension the students, you will bare the full strength of the WITU Read more

~ The UPP was not formed to benefit one individual or their families Franklyn Meyers.~

PHILIPSBURG: --- Despite the infighting and political backstabbing, the United Peoples Party led by Rolando Brison is back as their supporters showed up in large numbers showing their support for the new and reformed UPP the green machine.
On Sunday evening persons within the St Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- On Saturday, August 12, 2023, fifteen (15) financing recipients departed St.Maarten for the United States to pursue their studies.

Thirteen (13) students will be pursuing their studies in Tallahassee Florida. Tallahassee and St.Maarten have a sister city agreement which was initiated by the late Arthur Lugisse.

Most of the students, eight (8) will be studying at the Tallahassee Community College TCC, four (4) at the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, and one (1) at Florida State University.

The Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sports, Drs Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- "I am deeply concerned about the situation at the Charlotte Brookson Academy (CBA)," remarked Stuart Johnson President of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU).

Johnson sent an email correspondence to the board of CBA over the weekend questioning a number of concerns.

One of the most alarming concerns was the situation regarding the Financial support of the CBA.

"What is the situation regarding the Financial advisor of CBA? Has the staff of the CBA been fully informed about this development? Has a contingency plan been put in place? Who is responsible for the financial responsibilities now?" Johnson questioned.

He minced no words in expressing, "if any negative impact happens to the staff or by extension the students, you will bare the full strength of the WITU Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday, August 11, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

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

WEATHER:     

This afternoon: Partly cloudy to cloudy with light haze. 

Tonight through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy and light haze, becoming occasionally cloudy with brief isolated showers. 

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

Sunset Today: 6:41 P.M Read more

Dp: Govt. Weighing When ItS Politically Favourable For Them To Give Election Date

DP Leader Sarah Wescot-Williams.

PHILIPSBURG--Although no rocket science is needed to determine when the 2024 parliamentary election will be, the government of St. Maarten seems to be weighing the scales to determine when Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- Minister of Education, Culture, Youth, and Sport, drs. Rodolphe Samuel extends heartfelt condolences to the community of St. Maarten, friends, and family of the late Roberto Celestino Arrindell.

It is safe to say that the community of Sint Maarten has lost a community advocate, educator, and cultural icon that exemplifies what it means to be a true St Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Education, Culture, Youth & Sport Rodolphe Samuel, wishes to address the recent article published by "Caribisch Netwerk", which highlights the unfortunate inability of the swimming national team to participate in the 2023 World Aquatics Championships in Japan due to a lack of funding. While it is disheartening to hear of any athlete's dreams being hindered, it is important to clarify the circumstances surrounding this matter and address the concerns raised about potential government funds and their accessibility.
At the core of our approach, the Department of Sport has clear funding guidelines, outlined in the Program of Requirements Policy Read more

Sarah: Pm Has No Haste With Announcing Election Date And No Haste With Electoral Reform.

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Democratic Party had a party briefing on Sunday, August 6th at the Simpsonbay Resort. During this meeting, I outlined to DP candidates the process of election for parliament. This was part of the briefing on the partys key issues for this campaign, on the campaign itself, and other urgent matters to be dealt with during the coming months, the DP leader explained.

I did so, because last week was abuzz again with rumors of an early election Read more

 

DATE ISSUED: Thursday, August 10, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)  

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) August 11, 2023 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Friday midday: Partly cloudy and hazy with brief showers possible. 

Forecast High: 32C / 90F             

Forecast Low: 27C / 81F 

   

Sunset Today: 6:42 P.M Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Democratic Party had a party briefing on Sunday, August 6th at the Simpsonbay Resort. During this meeting, I outlined to DP candidates the process of election for parliament. This was part of the briefing on the partys key issues for this campaign, on the campaign itself, and other urgent matters to be dealt with during the coming months, the DP leader explained.
I did so because last week was abuzz again with rumors of an early election Read more

Jorien Wuite Will Not Stand For Re-Election To Second Chamber

THE HAGUE--Former St. Maarten Minister Plenipotentiary and current Member of Parliament (MP) in the Dutch Second Chamber Jorien Wuite announced on Wednesday that she will not stand for re-election when the Netherlands returns to the polls in November.

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Dominican Republic/ PHILIPSBURG:--- Veteran teacher and culture icon Roberto Arrindell has passed away in the Dominican Republic today confirmed his wife and son who was beside him when he transitioned.
The late Roberto Arrindell taught in St Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs confirmed on Wednesday that the Council of Ministers met with the management and supervisory board of NV GEBE to discuss the recent abnormality of the IT system that caused the company to shut its doors for a few days.
Jacobs said that the council was informed that the current IT system is functioning optimally since the persons attempted to hack the system, but they failed as necessary precautionary measures that were installed after the 2022 hack functioned optimally and the necessary triggers were given causing the company to close its doors Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, August 09, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) August 10, 2023 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon: Partly cloudy and hazy with brief showers possible. 

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

Forecast High: 32C / 90F             

Forecast Low: 27C / 81F 

Sunset Today: 6:43 P.M Read more

Us Party: The Abuse Of Our Most Vulnerable Must Stop

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Leader of the US party Mrs. Pamela Gordon-Carty on Sunday expressed great displeasure in how the citizens of country St. Maarten are being treated, especially senior citizens. In her opinion the same rhetoric is used every election to capture the vote of senior citizens after which they are forgotten while their cries continue to fall on deaf ears. I want to publicly convey my disgust with the behavior of promising in vain and using the weaknesses of this vulnerable group to roll in votes, it is a total disgrace, said Gordon-Carty.

The US party leader insisted that too many political games are played instead of dealing with what she termed low hanging fruit Read more

PHILIPSBURG: --- Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs said on Wednesday that no fixed date for the upcoming parliamentary elections has been set as yet, as the process to select a date is not yet completed.
She said while she promised that a date would have been announced in August the process is not finalized as consultations with several stakeholders still have to take place.
Asked if the civil registry has been completed the Prime Minister explained that the process is also not yet complete, she was asked to provide the amount of registered persons in St Read more