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DATE ISSUED: Tuesday 16th December 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 17th December 2025WEATHER:This afternoon: Occasionally cloudy and slightly hazy. Isolated showers are likely.Tonight, through Wednesday midday: Partly cloudy to cloudy with scattered showers.Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low:  25C / 77FSunset Today: 5:40 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:37 A.M.SURFACE WINDS:This afternoon through Wednesday midday: East-northeast to east-southeast, with a light to moderate breeze, at 7 to 16 mph.SYNOPSIS:
An incoming trough will support periodic showers across the area, starting this evening Read more

Pm: Govt. Focused On Stabilising Power Supply, Not Lng Transition At This Time

Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina.

PHILIPSBURG--Governments immediate priority is stabilizing the electricity grid and ensuring the consistent provision of power to residents and businesses, rather than pursuing a transition to liquefied natural gas (LNG) at this time, Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina told Parliament on Monday.

He made the statement during Question Hour in Parliament in response to a series of questions from United Peoples party (UP) Member of Parliament (MP) Francisco Lacroes on national strategy for fuel diversification, LNG transition, public utilities, and the implementation of community benefits

Mercelina said government has not requested a comprehensive fuel diversification plan from NV GEBE or the Port St Read more

Grisha Extends Gratitude Following Successful 2Nd Annual Twilight In Town

Face painting during the event.

PHILIPSBURG--Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication, Grisha Heyliger-Marten has extended sincere thanks to everyone who came out on Friday, December 12, to support and enjoy the second annual Twilight in Town event.

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Caribbean Netherlands Signs Agreement To Boost Prevention Of Domestic Violence

KRALENDIJK--The public entities of Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba, together with the Dutch ministries of Health, Welfare and Sport VWS, Justice and Security JenV, Education, Culture and Science OCW, Social Affairs and Employment SZW, and Home Affairs and Kingdom Relations BZK, signed the joint Administrative Agreement Preventing and Combating Violence Against Women, Domestic Violence, and Child Abuse 2026-2029 on Tuesday.

The agreement marks an important step in strengthening protection for women, children and families in the Caribbean Netherlands Read more

Dna Relationship Testing Procedures

Overview – DNA Testing, Used with Some Immigrant Visa Applications

Genetic testing is a useful tool for verifying a stated biological relationship when no other form of credible evidence is available in conjunction with an immigrant visa (IV) application. Commonly tested relationships that utilize DNA testing include paternity, maternity, full-siblingship, or half-siblingship Read more

Govt Extends Condolences On Passing Of Eileen Healy

The late Eileen Healy.

PHILIPSBURG--The Government of St Maarten, led by Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina, has expressed its deepest condolences on the passing of Eileen Healy, describing her as a dedicated advocate, leader, and long-standing pillar of the community.

Healy played a central role in developing and strengthening the Mental Health Foundation (MHF), where she served with unwavering commitment Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday 4th December 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 5th December 2025WEATHER:
This afternoon & evening: Variably cloudy and slightly hazy, with isolated showers.Tonight, through Friday midday: Partly cloudy, slightly hazy and breezy. Isolated showers are likely.Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low:  26C / 79FSunset Today: 5:36 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:30 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday midday: Northeast to east-southeast, with a gentle to moderate breeze, at 8 to 16 mph; higher gusts likely.SYNOPSIS: Weak instability will support isolated afternoon showers Read more

Minister Arrindell Expressed Strong Appreciation For AugustyS Dedication And Contributions To Researching And Preserving Sint MaartenS History

THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) Her Excellency Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell met with young Sint Maarten historian Jean-Marc Augusty during his recent research visit to the Netherlands in November.

Augusty conducted historical research at Leiden University in The Hague, supported by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science (OCW), with additional sponsorship from the Plantz family, enabling him to extend his stay in the Netherlands for further research.

During his visit, Augusty consulted historical materials at the Nationaal Archief (National Archives) and the University of Amsterdam, including rare maps of Sint Maarten Read more

Minister Brug, King James Launch Mental Health Awareness Jingle

VSA Minister Richinel Brug (centre) and King James (right) with Suppa (left).

PHILIPSBURG--Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor VSA, Richinel Brug, appeared liv Read more

Parliament Erupts After Lacroes Shows Image Of MinisterS Incarcerated Husband In Meeting

UP MP Francisco Lacroes

PHILIPSBURG--Parliament erupted into controversy on Thursday after United Peoples party (UP) Member of Parliament (MP) Francisco Lacroes opened his Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 12th November 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)
VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 13th November 2025

WEATHER:
This afternoon through Thursday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Isolated showers are likely.

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

Sunset Today: 5:36 P.M.            Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:17 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS:
This afternoon through Thursday midday: Northeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze at 4 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS:
Pockets of moisture embedded in the wind flow will support brief periods of cloudiness and a few isolated showers Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday 7th November 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 8th November 2025 A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8PM TONIGHT ... WEATHER:This afternoon: Cloudy becoming partly cloudy with scattered showers.This evening through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy becoming fair. Isolated showers are possible.Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 5:38 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:15 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: Today through Saturday midday: East-northeast to southeast, with a gentle to moderate breeze, at 7 to 16 mph.SYNOPSIS: Relative moist and slightly unstable conditions will persist, and support showers this afternoon Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday 6th November 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Friday morning (12:00 LST) 7th November 2025 A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT ... WEATHER:This afternoon through Friday morning: Occasionally cloudy with isolated showers.Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low:  27C / 81FSunset Today: 5:38 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:15 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday morning: East-northeast to east-southeast, with a light to moderate breeze, at 4 to 15 mph.SYNOPSIS: A trough will support isolated showers across the area today Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday 4th November 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 5th November 2025WEATHER:This afternoon & evening: Fair to partly cloudy. Isolated showers are possible.Tonight, through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with isolated showers.Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low:  27C / 81FSunset Today: 5:39 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:14 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Wednesday midday: East to southeast, with a light to gentle breeze at 4 to 12 mph.SYNOPSIS: A shallow trough will support isolated showers across the area during this forecast period Read more

Public Weather Forecast For St. Maarten

DATE ISSUED: Thursday 30th October 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 31st October 2025WEATHER:This afternoon & evening: Fair to partly cloudy with isolated showers.Tonight, through Friday midday: Occasionally cloudy with scattered showers. Isolated thunderstorms are likely.Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 5:41 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:11 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday midday: Easterly to southeasterly, with a light to moderate breeze, at 6 to 15 mph.SYNOPSIS:A high-pressure system will support stable weather conditions this afternoon and evening, despite the isolated shower Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 29th October 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)
VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 30th October 2025

THE HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS DISCONTINUED

WEATHER:
This afternoon through Thursday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with isolated showers.

Forecast High: 32C / 90F       Forecast Low: 27C / 81F

Sunset Today: 5:41 P.M.             Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:11 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS:
This afternoon through Thursday midday: Easterly to southeasterly, with a light to moderate breeze, at 6 to 15 mph.

SYNOPSIS:
A high-pressure ridge will dominate and maintain light to moderate winds Read more

Public Weather Forecast For St. Maarten

DATE ISSUED: Thursday 23rd October 2025 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 24th October 2025WEATHER:This afternoon through Friday midday: Cloudy and breezy with isolated showers.Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 28C / 82FSunset Today: 5:45 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:08 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday midday: East-southeast to south-southeast, with a gentle to moderate breeze, at 10 to 16 mph.SYNOPSIS:Slightly unstable, and generally breezy conditions will persist and support isolated showers.Slight to moderate sea conditions will prevail Read more

Island Gems Donates Furniture To Asa

Island Gems Charity Foundation has once again extended its support to local youth by donating new furniture to No Kidding with Our Kids Foundation, commonly known as ASA. In photo: ASA children are busy reading at a table with Island Gems and ASA representatives looking on. From left, standing: Assistant Director Chulyta Jubitana, Island Gems President Alita Singh, Ludmilla de Weever, Marieke van Zadelhoff, Asha Stevens, and Astrid Plantz, with ASA Team Coordinator Minoiche Delices Read more

Govt. To Allocate Xcg 20,000 For Stray Animal Control Prog.

VSA Minister Richinel Brug (left) MP Francisco Lacroes (right) and representatives of some of the partners in the project.

PHILIPSBURG--Government has agreed to allocate XCG 20,000 to support a comprehensive sterilization and public education programme aimed at humanely controlling St Read more

An aerial view of the stalled Carbon Grove development and the damage inflicted on the hillside. Developers appear to have clear-cut the land to build, and the project now stands as a monument to short-sighted planning and failed development, leaving a permanent scar on the landscape. (Photo by Serb Tember)

  

~ Are we saving our green? ~

By Rajesh Chintaman

PHILIPSBURG--In Cole Bay, a long-time resident still remembers the tamarind tree that towered beside her familys home Read more

State Secretary Van Marum In St. Maarten To Strengthen Maritime And Security Ties

From left: Head of the Coast Guard Support Centre St. Maarten Randy Paskel, Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina and State Secretary Eddie van Marum.

PHILIPSBURG--State Secretary for Digitalization, Home Affairs and Kingdom Relations Eddie van Marum is currently on a working visit across the Dutch Caribbean, including St. Maarten, St. Eu Read more

CourtConvictsFormerBusDriverOf GroomingMinorAfterTwo-YearWait

In 2024, a warning was issued to all school bus drivers in response to growing reports of misconduct. 

PHILIPSBURG--Nearly two years after a complaint was first filed, the Court of First Instance on Thursday convicted former school bus driver Charles Fredericks of grooming a minor, finding him guilty of engaging in sexually explicit online conversations with a student and attempting to arrange a meeting.

The case, which dates back to September 2023, was based on a police complaint supported by WhatsApp conversations of a sexual nature between the suspect and the victim Read more

The Cbcs Nominated Candidate

Dear Editor,

On Monday morning, September 29, 2025 I followed the interview that Lady Grace conducted with the nominated candidate for the position of Chairman of the Supervisory Board of The Central Bank of Curacao and Sint Maarten (CBCS), Mr. Jairo Bloem. On the many questions asked by Lady Grace Mr. Bloem answered with an explanation on the nomination process. He also explained how it all started. The clarification was clear and simple. He concluded and stated that the Honorable Minister of Finance, Marinka Gumbs, did not break any law as some of the MPs insinuate.

It is very difficult to understand what the hupla of last week in Parliament was all about Read more

Smmc Celebrates World Patient Safety Day

CAY HILL —On Wednesday, September 17th, St. Maarten Medical Center joined the global observance of World Patient Safety Day with a series of lectures and interactive workshops held on its main patio for staff. World Patient Safety Day, an initiative of the World Health Organization, is geared towards raising global awareness about patient safety and promoting actions that minimize harm in healthcare.

This years theme, Safe Care for every Newborn and Child, focuses on safety during neonatal and pediatric care – particularly vital for patients who cannot always advocate for themselves.

The program was organized by the Quality and Safety Department and reflects SMMCs ongoing journey to achieve Joint Commission International (JCI) Accreditation at the new St Read more