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DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, 13 May 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 14 May 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Thursday midday: Partly cloudy with brief local showers possible.Forecast High: 31C / 88F              Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 6:37 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:40 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Thursday midday: East-southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 10 to 16 mph, and possible higher gusts.SYNOPSIS: The fairly stable atmosphere will continue to restrict precipitation across the region Read more

Ser Board Inactive As Term Ends, Govt. Grant 1 Year Extension, Then Withdraws It

PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten is currently without an active Social Economic Council (SER) board and chairman after the bodys term officially expired on April 30, a situation that could affect the review of major socio-economic legislation, labour matters and policy advice to government and Parliament.

The situation is compounded after government extended the boards term by one year on March 17, and then withdrew its decision on April 23. The development comes amid a growing dispute between the SER and Prime Minister (PM) Dr Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday 12th May 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 13th May 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy and slightly breezy. Isolated showers are likely.Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 6:37 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:40 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Easterly to east-southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 7 to 15 mph.SYNOPSIS: A high-pressure system will maintain relatively stable weather conditions and gentle to moderate winds Read more

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTENDATE ISSUED: Monday, 11 May 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) 12 May 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Partly cloudy with brief showers likely.Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 6:37 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:41 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Easterly to east-southeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 09 to 16 mph, and possible higher gusts.SYNOPSIS: Relatively stable conditions will persist under the influence of a high-pressure system Read more

Nv Gebe Fuel Clause Adjustment May 2026

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten Ongoing geopolitical tensions and conflicts in the Middle East have contributed to unpredictable fluctuations in global fuel prices, directly impacting the cost of fuel required to generate electricity in St. Maarten, which is beyond the control of NV GEBE.

As an island that depends heavily on imported fuel for power production, changes in global oil prices can significantly affect operational costs. The fuel clause is therefore adjusted monthly to reflect the actual cost of fuel used to generate electricity.

Consequently, NV GEBE hereby informs the general public that the fuel clause for the month of May 2026 has been adjusted to NAf Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday, 8th May 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 9th May 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Saturday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with brief isolated showers possible.Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 6:36 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:42 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Saturday midday: East-northeasterly to easterly with a light to moderate breeze at 7 to 14 mph.SYNOPSIS: A relatively stable atmosphere will continue to restrict precipitation across the region Read more

 DATE ISSUED: Thursday, 7 May 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 8 May 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Friday midday: Partly cloudy with a brief shower possible.Forecast High: 31C / 88F              Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 6:35 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:42 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday midday: East-northeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze at 5 to 10 mph.SYNOPSIS: Despite a stable atmosphere, passing pockets of moisture may cause a brief shower across the local region, particularly towards the end of the forecast period Read more

 DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 6th May 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 7th May 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Thursday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Brief isolated showers are possible.        Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 6:35 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:43 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Thursday midday: Easterly with a light to moderate breeze at 7 to 14 mph.SYNOPSIS: A relative stable atmosphere with low moisture levels will maintain mostly fair weather conditions Read more

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTENDATE ISSUED: Tuesday 5th May 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 6th May 2026WEATHER:This afternoon: Partly cloudy. Brief showers are possible.Tonight, through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy.Forecast High: 31C / 88F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 6:35 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:43 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Easterly to east-southeasterly, with a gentle to moderate breeze, from 8 to 15 mph.SYNOPSIS: Shallow moisture embedded in the southeasterly flow may trigger a few brief showers this afternoon Read more

Court Rejects Crypto Bribery Claims Against Brison, Citing Lack Of Proof

Former MP Rolando Brison, lottery boss Robbie dos Santos and businessman Sunil Gehani have been acquitted of crypto bribery

PHILIPSBURG A central pillar of the prosecutions case against former Member of Parliament (MP) Read more

Public Weather Forecast For St. Maarten

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTENDATE ISSUED: Wednesday, 29th April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 30th April 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Thursday midday: Occasionally cloudy with brief isolated showers.Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 26C / 79FSunset Today: 6:33 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:47 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Thursday midday: East northeast to east southeast with a light to gentle breeze at 4 to 12 mph.SYNOPSIS: Lingering moist and instability will support periods of cloudiness and brief isolated showers Read more

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTENDATE ISSUED: Tuesday, 28th April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 29th April 2026WEATHER:Today: Cloudy with scattered rain-showers and a chance of isolated thunderstorms.Wednesday morning through midday: Occasionally cloudy with isolated showers.Forecast High: 29C / 84F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77FSunset Today: 6:33 P.M.                    Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:47 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Southeasterly to easterly with a light to moderate breeze at 4 to 14 mph.SYNOPSIS: A moist and unstable atmosphere will persist and support cloudiness, showers, and a chance of isolated thunderstorms Read more

DATE ISSUED: Friday 24th April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC).VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 25th April 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Saturday midday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers are likely.Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 25C / 77FSunset Today: 6:31 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:49 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Saturday midday: East southeasterly to south southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze at 4 to 11 mph.SYNOPSIS: A weak low-level trough may cause isolated showers across the local area Read more

Orco Opens New Drive-Thru Atm, Night Deposit Facility In Cole Bay

St. Maarten Country Manager Judy King (left) and Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs (right) along with an official cutting the ribbon to open the new ATM facility.

COLE BAY--Orco Bank has officially opened a new Drive-Thru ATM and Night Depository facility in Cole Bay, expanding access to banking services with 24-hour availability for bo Read more

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTENDATE ISSUED: Thursday, 23rd April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 24th April 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Friday midday: Partly cloudy skies. Brief showers are likely.Forecast High: 29C / 84F               Forecast Low: 24C / 75FSunset Today: 6:31 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:50 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Friday midday: Northeasterly to southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze at 4 to 11 mph.SYNOPSIS: Available moisture and weak instability associated with a nearby frontal boundary as well as an approaching surface trough, will increase the probability of showers across the region, particularly during the latter part of this forecast period Read more

Golden Boy WyatteS Historic Moment Immortalised With Billboard Unveiling

POND ISLAND--A large billboard honouring Nahjah Wyatte, St. Maartens first CARIFTA 800m gold medallist, was unveiled outside the Festival Village on Wednesday afternoon, celebrating his historic achievement at the CARIFTA Games 2026.

The billboard, sponsored by Sign Triple Nine, surrounds the I Love SXM sign and features images of Wyatte along with the message congratulating the National Athletics and National Aquatic St Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 22nd April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 23rd April 2026WEATHER:This afternoon & evening: Fair to partly cloudy.Tonight, through Thursday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Brief showers are possible.Forecast High: 30C / 86F              Forecast Low:  25C / 77FSunset Today: 6:31 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:52 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Thursday midday: Northeasterly to northerly, with a light to gentle breeze, ranging from 4 to 12 mph.SYNOPSIS: The atmosphere will remain stable Read more

DATE ISSUED: Tuesday 21st April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) 22nd April 2026WEATHER:This afternoon & evening: FairTonight, through Wednesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy. Brief showers are possible.Forecast High: 30C / 86F              Forecast Low:  25C / 77FSunset Today: 6:31 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:52 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Wednesday midday: East to northeasterly, with a light to gentle breeze, ranging from 5 to 12 mph.SYNOPSIS: The atmosphere will remain stable, and moisture levels will be low Read more

CollectivitS Territorial Plan For Economic Development Set For Adoption Autumn 2026

A workshop in progress in the Chamber of Commerce.

MARIGOT--In March 2025, the Collectivit launched the Territorial Plan for Economic Development, Innovation and Internationalisation (STDEII) initiative, led by the Attractiveness, Economy and Employment Delegation under the auspices of First Vice-President Alain Richardson.

The aim of the initiative was to draw up an economic development plan tailored to the territorys needs, covering the next five years Read more

PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTENDATE ISSUED: Friday, 17th April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) 18th April 2026WEATHER:This afternoon through Saturday midday: Variably cloudy and slightly breezy with isolated showers.Forecast High: 30C / 86F               Forecast Low: 24C / 75FSunset Today: 6:30 P.M.                   Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:54 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Saturday midday: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze at 08 to 15 mph.SYNOPSIS: Lingering moisture and weak instability will cause isolated showers across the region Read more

DATE ISSUED: Thursday 16th April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) 17th April 2026WEATHER:This afternoon & evening: Variably cloudy, slightly hazy and occasionally breezy. Isolated showers are possible.Tonight, through Friday midday: Variably cloudy and occasionally breezy, with isolated showers.Forecast High: 30C / 86F              Forecast Low: 25C / 77FSunset Today: 6:29 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:55 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: Today through Friday midday: Easterly, with a light to moderate breeze, ranging from 7 to 16 mph.SYNOPSIS: Stable weather and occasionally breezy conditions will prevail, despite weak instability and moderate moisture levels Read more

Government Defends Public Access To Mullet Bay Beach In Court Dispute

(From left to right) Attorney Gerald Simmonsde Jong (De Jong Law Firm), Minister of VROMI Patrice Gumbs, Head of Domain Affairs Marcia Richardson, and Director of Kadaster Benjamin Ortega.

PHILIPSBURG--The Government of St Read more

Participants and facilitators

Sharing knowledge

PHILIPSBURG--The St. Maarten Library, in collaboration with the St. Maarten Tax Administration, hosted its second annual tax workshop at the Belvedere Community Center on Friday, April 10, where approximately 25 senior citizens gathered for an informative session.

Designed for persons ages 60 and over, the session included a practical presentation and an interactive tax case study, giving participants a clearer understanding of how to complete their income tax forms Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday 15th April 2026 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) 16th April 2026WEATHER:This afternoon & evening: Variably cloudy. There is a low chance of showers.Tonight, through Thursday midday: Variably cloudy and occasionally breezy with isolated showers.Forecast High: 30C / 86F              Forecast Low:  25C / 77FSunset Today: 6:29 P.M.                  Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:55 A.M.SURFACE WINDS: This afternoon through Thursday midday: Southeasterly to easterly, with a light to moderate breeze, between 6 to 15 mph.SYNOPSIS: Relatively warm and moist southeasterly winds will maintain weak instability across the area Read more