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DATE ISSUED: Tuesday 19th March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 20th March 2024

WEATHER:

This Afternoon through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy.

Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:23 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:16 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This Afternoon through Wednesday midday: Southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 5 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

The Atlantic high-pressure system is the dominant feature influencing the weather pattern across the region Read more

Continuation Urgent Public Meeting Of Parliament Regarding Nv Gebe

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten- The House of Parliament will sit in a Public meeting on March 18, 2024.

The Public meeting, which was adjourned on March 7, 2024 will be reconvened on Monday at 11.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of General Affairs will be in attendance.

The agenda point is:

Deliberations on NV GEBE (IS/060/2023-2024 dated September 29, 2023)

This meeting was requested by MP S.A. Wescot-Williams, MP G.S Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Monday 18th March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 19th March 2024

WEATHER:

This Afternoon: Cloudy and breezy with isolated showers possible.

Tonight, through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy and breezy.

Forecast High: 29C / 84F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:23 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:17 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

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

SYNOPSIS: 

A dominant Atlantic high-pressure system maintains a gentle to moderate wind flow across the region Read more

Tourism Office Promotes Destination In Colombia

St. Martin Tourism Offices promotion managers Emile Louisy (right) and Christopher Rodriguez (left) with Colombian travel agents.

MARIGOT--St. Martin Tourism Office carried out major promotional campaigns in South Americas second largest country from February 28 to March 8.

The tourism office notes Colombias dynamic economy and demographic dynamism makes it a prime target for destination St. Martin. With a population of 51 million, Colombia is a market waiting to be conquered with opportunities offered by Copa Airlines since the resumption of SXM-Panama rotations.

To continue to position itself in the Colombian market the tourism office took part in the Vitrina Turistica Tradeshow, the countrys most important tourism fair, organised every year by the Colombian Association of travel agencies ANATO in Bogot Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday 15th March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 16th March 2024

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers are possible.

Forecast High: 29C / 84F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:19 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

Today through Saturday midday: Easterly to northeasterly with a light to gentle to moderate breeze of 5 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Gradual improvement in conditions will continue as the atmosphere loses moisture Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday 14th March 2024 @ 11:45 LST (15:45 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 15th March 2024

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Friday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Isolated showers are possible.

Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:20 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Friday midday: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 8 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

The Atlantic high-pressure ridge continues to limit precipitation, while maintaining a gentle easterly wind across the region Read more

Jacobs Advocates For Domestic Violence Prevention At Un Forum

Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs (left) at the forum.

PHILIPSBURG--Caretaker Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs advocated for domestic violence prevention at the 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) at the United Nations Headquarters earlier this week.

Jacobs led the delegation to the forum, which included Chef de Cabinet Jessica Weeks, Department Head of Community Development, Family and Humanitarian Affairs (CDFHA) Chantale George-Groeneveldt and Women's Desk Policy Worker at Staff Bureau Tatia Brunnings.

Jacobs spoke on behalf of the Kingdom during the High-Level Group of Friends for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 13th March 2024 @ 11:50 LST (15:50 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 14th March 2024

A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR ST. MAARTEN UNTIL 06:00AM THURSDAY 14TH MARCH 2024

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Fair to partly cloudy.

Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:21 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 6 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

The Atlantic high-pressure ridge continues to generate a light to gentle breeze across the region Read more

Huhcf Adult Literacy Graduation 2024

In a heartwarming ceremony filled with pride, determination, and celebration, the Hearts United Holistic Care Foundation marked the successful completion of its Adult Literacy Program for the second time. On March 7th, 2024, amidst cheers and applause, 19 students donned blue graduation gowns and silver stoles, symbolizing their achievement and dedication to self-improvement. The event, held at the John Larmonie Center in Philipsburg, was a testament to the transformative power of education and the unwavering commitment of both students and educators.

The journey of these remarkable individuals began in June 2022, when they embarked on a path to literacy and empowerment Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, 12 March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 13 March 2024

A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR ST. MAARTEN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

WEATHER:

This Afternoon through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy.

Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:22 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This Afternoon through Wednesday midday: Easterly to east northeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 12 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

A generally dry and stable atmosphere will prevail across the region Read more

Local Influential Women Inspire At Penha's WomenS Day Event

Kenty Lichtenberg engaging the audience with an ice breaker activity during her address.

COLE BAY--On March 8, Penha St. Maarten celebrated International Womens Day in style at its store in Cole Bay, featuring two influential women in St. Maarten, blogger and branding consultant Kenty Lichtenberg and Member of Parliament (MP) Sjamira RoseburgRead more

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DATE ISSUED: Monday 11th March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 12th March 2024

A HIGH SURF ADVISORY WILL BE IN EFFECT FROM 8PM TONIGHT

WEATHER:

This afternoon and evening: Fair to partly cloudy.

Tonight, through Tuesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Isolated showers are possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:22 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:23 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

Today through Tuesday midday: Southeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 4 to 12 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS: 

A generally stable and drying atmosphere is suppressing precipitation Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday 8th March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 9th March 2024

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Isolated showers are likely, favoring the night period.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79F

Sunset Today: 6:21 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:26 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Saturday midday: Southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 10 mph Read more

Sundial School Staff Enjoy 7Th Annual Retreat At Royal Palm

Sundial School staff went on their 7th annual retreat with their School Coach on Friday, March 1, 2024.

The Retreat started after the passing of Hurricane Irma to facilitate teachers and staff of Sundial School strengthening interpersonal connections. The yearly activity is highly anticipated and facilitated by the School Coach who plans and organizes this annual event.

The Retreat this year remained on island. Staff were hosted by the Royal Palm Beach Hotel in Simpson Bay in the Porte Cochere Room Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday, 7 March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 8 March 2024

WEATHER:

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

Forecast High: 30C / 86F              

Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:20 P.M.                  

Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:26 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Friday midday: East-southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 4 to 9 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

The distance of the Atlantic high-pressure system will maintain mostly gentle winds during this forecast period Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, 6 March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 7 March 2024

WEATHER:

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

Forecast High: 30C / 86F              

Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:20 P.M.                  

Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:26 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Easterly to east-southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 4 to 9 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS: 

A loose surface pressure gradient will maintain mostly light winds during this forecast period Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday 5th March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 6th March 2024

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6:00 AM

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 06TH

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with isolated showers possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:20 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:27 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: East northeasterly to east southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 11 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

A weakened Atlantic high-pressure system will maintain light to gentle winds across the region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Monday, 4 March 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 5 March 2024

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

WEATHER:

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

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:20 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:28 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Northeasterly to easterly gentle to moderate breeze of 08 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

A relatively stable atmosphere and low moisture levels will restrict precipitation during this forecast period Read more

Caft: Use The Momentum To Make The Economy More Resilient

Oranjestad The economy of Aruba is growing in a prosperous way. The public finances are showing a positive image as well. It is important that Aruba uses its current financial position to structurally put its government finances in order and make the economy more resilient. In this regard a prudent budgetary policy remains as important as ever, considering the high interest expenses. Structural reforms in the social security and the labor market ensure greater resilience.

Debt reduction

The budget for 2024 was adopted on time and it amply meets the central budget standard of a surplus of at least 1 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the year 2024 as well as multi-annually Read more

Chris Believes Report Recommending Return Of Unused Per Diem Biased

MP Christophe Emmanuel

PHILIPSBURG--Nation Opportunity Wealth (NOW) Member of Parliament (MP) Christophe Emmanuel says the General Audit Chamber report which recommended that ministers and Members of Parliament (MPs) return unused per diem (daily allowance) is biased.

Dont just paint the Parliament and the ministers as the bad crop when everything we do concerning government monies is regulated, said Emmanuel.

He made the remarks during an interview with Lady Grace on PJD2 radio on Thursday Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday, 29 February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 1 March 2024

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Friday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with brief local showers possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F              

Forecast Low: 24C / 75F

Sunset Today: 6:18 P.M.                  

Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:31 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Friday midday: Northeasterly light to moderate breeze of 6 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Generally fair weather conditions will prevail across the local region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 28th February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 29th February 2024

WEATHER:

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Partly cloudy with light haze and a few brief showers.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:18 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:31 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Northeasterly with a light to moderate breeze of 06 to 14 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Lingering moisture and instability will cause a few isolated showers across the region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, 27 February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 28 February 2024

SAHARAN DUST REMAINS ACROSS THE REGION

WEATHER:

This afternoon: Partly cloudy and hazy, becoming cloudy at times with brief isolated showers.

Tonight through Wednesday midday: Partly cloudy and hazy with isolated showers possible.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:18 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:32 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Easterly to northeasterly with a light to moderate breeze of 06 to 13 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Moisture and instability associated with a frontal system will cause isolated showers during this forecast period Read more

DATE ISSUED: Monday 26th February 2024 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 27th February 2024

PLUME OF SAHARAN DUST PERSISTS

WEATHER:

This afternoon and evening: Hazy with isolated showers.

Tonight, through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy and hazy. Isolated showers are likely.

Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77F

Sunset Today: 6:18 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:33 A.M.

SURFACE WINDS: 

Today through Tuesday midday: East to northeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 4 to 10 mph; becoming lighter and variable at times.

SYNOPSIS: 

A plume of Saharan dust is affecting the region Read more