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Mp Grisha Heyliger-Marten Reminds Ministers Of Growing Backlog Of Responses

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — During a joint press briefing with her colleague MP Sarah-Wescot Williams on July 18th, MP Grisha Heyliger-Marten, expressed her concerns about numerous pending meetings and the lack of timely responses from letters to Government within the legal timeframes set out in the Rules of Order of Parliament.

Just last week alone, my office sent out reminders to three individual Ministers, Heyliger-Marten stated in a press release issued on Tuesday afternoon.

According to Heyliger-Marten, the Hon Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, August 02, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) August 03, 2023

WEATHER:

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

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

Sunset Today: 6:46 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:51 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Thursday midday: East northeasterly to east southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 09 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS:

Moisture and instability associated with an approaching surface trough will account for isolated showers and possible thunderstorms, particularly during the latter part of this forecast period Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- We did not stumble into the present, and are not stumbling into our future, said Prof. Hillary Beckles to the CARICOM and African Union (AU) representatives at one session of the Reparations and Racial Healing Study Tour in Barbados, July 24 28, 2023.
The CARICOM-AU conference brought together perspectives from government and civil society leaders and Reparations advocates from the Caribbean, Africa, and African Diaspora communities on developing a unified front on Reparations from historical crimes Read more

Craft & Farmers Market Expands Based On Successful Pilot Project

The board and volunteers of Le Sommet Foundation invite the St. Maarten community to join them at the Craft & Farmers Market this Saturday, August 5.

PHILIPSBURG--The pilot project for the Craft & Farmers Market, held under the banner of Le Sommet Foundation, is showing promising results according to Le Sommets president Fabio D Read more

PHILIPSBURG:---  Fabio Doralice, is excited to announce the relative success of the pilot project for the Craft & Farmers Market. The market, held under the banner of Le Sommet Foundation, aimed to gauge community interest and support for local farmers and artisans. The results have been promising, and we are thrilled to continue the project with some notable enhancements.
Throughout the pilot period, the Craft & Farmers Market garnered net positive feedback from both vendors and patrons Read more

Kyria Ali Has Been Appointed NagicoS First Female Ceo

Kyria Ali

 ~ Ultimate focus to lead NAGICO to success ~

 PHILIPSBURG--NAGICO Insurances now has its first woman at its helm. Almost ten years after joining NARead more

Dr. Mercelina: Another Health Survey Will Not Alleviate The Suffering Of The People.

The people of Sint Maarten are going through some challenging times, especially if you focus on topics in our community like housing, education, health, health care, unemployment and poverty. Our sitting government had in the past 4 years one agenda point in their governing program and that was to make sure that this government will stay alive for 4 years.

Unfortunately this government is and was completely disconnected from the reality of our people and society. As a doctor having daily contact on a one on one base with my patients I can inform you that the deterioration of our society in all its dimensions has now reached to a level of directly affecting the health of our individual citizens Read more

~Victim evacuated to Guadeloupe, while suspect in Garde a Vue~

MARIGOT:--- The Gendarmerie has reported that on Monday night just before midnight there was a stabbing involving two men.
The incident took place at the Cadisco Gas Station in the vicinity of Howell Center in Marigot.
According to the Gendarmerie, the two men were arguing when one of them ended up striking the other several times with a knife in the area of the abdomen.
The Gendarmerie said while the officers were on the spot, they received valuable information on the suspect and where he could be found Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, August 01, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) August 02, 2023

WEATHER:

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

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

Sunset Today: 6:47 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:51 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Southeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 10 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS:

A loose surface pressure gradient will maintain light to gentle winds across the local area Read more

After Not Finding Stable Employment At Home, Dr. Rhoda Arrindell Gets Job At Howard University

Dr. Rhoda Arrindell signing the guest book at Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley's residence last week.

PHILIPSBURG--After encountering challenges securing stable employment on her beloved island, linguist, author, academic consultant and former Minister of Education Dr. Read more

Meteorological Observer Geranto Eugenio Praised For Advancements

From left: Head of the Meteorological Department in St. Maarten Joseph Nathaniel Isaac, TEATT Minister Arthur Lambriex, Meteorological Observer Geranto Eugenio and TEATT Ministry Secretary General Miguel De Weever.

 

PHILIPSBURG--Meteorological observer Geranto Eugenio, a soon-to-be-certified Senior Level Meteoro Read more

Dr. Mercelina: Another Health Survey Will Not Alleviate The Suffering Of The People.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The people of Sint Maarten are going through some challenging times, especially if you focus on topics in our community like housing, education, health, health care, unemployment, and poverty. Our sitting government had in the past 4 years one agenda point in their governing program and that was to make sure that this government will stay alive for 4 years.

Unfortunately, this government is and was completely disconnected from the reality of our people and society. As a doctor having daily contact on a one on one base with my patients, I can inform you that the deterioration of our society in all its dimensions has now reached to a level of directly affecting the health of our individual citizens Read more

Julian Rollocks Jr. Hosts Successful Back To School Event

SUCKER GARDEN, Sint Maarten — On Sunday, July 30th, URSM candidate Julian Rollocks Jr. hosted a successful Back To School Event at the Belvedere Playground. Understanding the importance and value of education, Mr. Rollocks Jr Read more

St. Louis Stars Football Association Dominates Local & Regional Championships.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The St. Louis Stars Football Association emerged victoriously as the champions of several football tournaments organized by the Saint Martin Football Association.

Those victories include First Place in the St. Martin Football League's 'Coupe de Noel Under 15' competition, which paved the way for a series of ensuing victories.

During this Annual French championship, the St. Louis Stars triumphed over competing teams to capture the following trophies:

- First Place in the Coupe de League, Under 13
- First Place in the Championship Under 15
- First Place in the Championship Under 17
- Second Place in the Championship Under 20

The coaches who were instrumental in leading their teams to these successful wins include U13 Coach Jean-Marc HON and Kelvin EDWARD; U15 Coach Joseph MENDY and Joshua BRIAN; U17 Coach Henri CONNER and Fabrice HANSON; and U20 Coach Alex BALY and Romo CHILIN.

With the powerful representation of the team name, the "Stars" were also triumphant in conquering other trophies, including U15 Best Player and Goal Scorer - Jaheem Joe; U17 Most Goals - Jaiyel Jack and Jayden Oberle Arnell; U20 Most Goals - Adrien Jeremie.

Additionally, the St Read more

DATE ISSUED: Monday, July 31, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) Aug 1, 2023

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy at first and then becoming cloudy at times with isolated showers and possible isolated thunderstorms.

Forecast High: 33C / 91F             Forecast Low: 26C / 79F

Sunset Today: 6:47 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:51 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Easterly to east southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 07 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS:

Moisture and instability associated with a weak tropical wave will continue to affect the region today Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- On Sunday, July 30th, URSM candidate Julian Rollocks Jr. hosted a successful Back To School Event at the Belvedere Playground. Understanding the importance and value of education, Mr. Rollocks Jr. afforded the children of Belvedere and the wider community an excellent opportunity to engage in an action-packed and fun-filled Back To School initiative Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Meteorological Department of St. Maarten (MDS) recently expressed its delight in sharing the inspiring journey of Mr. Geranto Eugenio, who MDS says exemplifies the boundless possibilities that come with a commitment to educational advancement.
Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transportation & Telecommunication, the Honorable Arthur Lambriex who has responsibility for the MDS, praised Eugenio for his recent accomplishment in a press release today, Monday, July 24 Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Meteorological Department of St. Maarten (MDS) recently expressed its delight in sharing the inspiring journey of Mr. Geranto Eugenio, who MDS says exemplifies the boundless possibilities that come with a commitment to educational advancement.
Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transportation & Telecommunication, the Honorable Arthur Lambriex who has responsibility for the MDS, praised Eugenio for his recent accomplishment in a press release today, Monday, July 24 Read more

Weather Update: Date Issued: Sunday, July 30, 2023 @ 06:00 Lst (10:00 Utc)

DATE ISSUED: Sunday, July 30, 2023 @ 06:00 LST (10:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Monday morning (06:00 LST) July 31, 2023

WEATHER:

Today through Monday morning: Partly cloudy to cloudy with slight haze and brief showers possible.

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

Sunset Today:6:47 P.M. Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:50 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS:
Today through Monday morning: Easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 07 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS:

A relatively dry and stable atmosphere will promote mostly fair-weather conditions across the local area during this forecast period Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday, July 28, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) July 29, 2023 

WEATHER:     

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

Remainder of Saturday: Partly cloudy, breezy, and hazy with brief local showers possible. 

Forecast High: 32C / 90F             

Forecast Low: 27C / 81F 

Sunset Today: 6:48 P.M Read more

Dp Lashes Back At BrisonS Disgraceful Assault On Senior Politician, Former Pm

DP leader MP Sarah Wescot-Williams.

 

PHILIPSBURG--A disgraceful assault on one of St. Maartens senior politicians and former prime minister was one of ways the Democratic Party (DP) described what it ca Read more

More Than Thirty-Five Trained, Certified As Cert Members

Fire Chief Clive Richardson (center left) and Prime Minister Jacobs (center right) flanked by CERT certified graduates.

 

PHILIPSBURG--The more than thirty-five persons, who were trained as part of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) certification programme, have received their certification.

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Bearing Point Scandal: A Tale Of Blame Shifting And Evasion Of Accountability

In a shocking display of political maneuvering, MP Rolando Brison recently wrote an article in the Daily Herald, attempting to shift the blame for the Bearing Point scandal onto the shoulders of the previous DP/UD minister Read more

Dp Leader Wescot-Williams: If You Tell A Lie Often Enough, You Start To Believe It Yourself.

I was forewarned, but the question still remains, Why DP and me?

When asked to explain her statement , MP Wescot mentioned the veiled threat she received of, Are you sure you want to do this? Its going to get nasty! A clear reference to the DPs announced return to the political field.

We see this threat manifesting itself from many angles. Some of it for money, some for sensation and yet others from an angle of plain and self-consuming hatred.

With respect to MP Brison latest disgraceful assault on one of St Read more