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DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, June 14, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) June 15, 2023

WEATHER:    

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Partly cloudy and breezy with isolated showers possible.

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

Sunset Today: 6:49 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:37 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Thursday midday: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 10 to 17 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Available moisture at the lower levels of the atmosphere may cause isolated showers across the region Read more

BONAIRE:--- A Bonaire delegation participated in the Caribbean Studies Association 2023 Conference from 5th 9th June in St Croix, Virgin Islands United States. This was an historical event as for the first time the island of Bonaire was represented. Our team, Bonaire Human Rights Organization, Davika Bissessar Shaw and James Finies from Nos Kier Boneiru Bek, made a presentation and spoke on behalf of the People of Bonaire and the organizations BHRO, NKBB, and Movement pa Kambio Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Education, Culture, Youth, and Sport Hon. Rodolphe Samuel would hereby like to inform the general public about the introduction of a Secondary School for Special Education at the Sint Maarten Vocational Training School (SMVTS).
This groundbreaking initiative aims to meet the unique needs of students with diverse learning abilities and create an inclusive and supportive environment for their educational journey Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, June 13, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) June 14, 2023 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Partly cloudy and breezy, becoming cloudy at times with a few isolated showers. 

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

Sunset Today: 6:49 P.M.  & Read more

PHILIPSBURG:---  With its 192 member countries, the Universal Postal Union (UPU) is the primary forum for cooperation between postal sector players. As Sint Maarten, Curacao, and Aruba jointly share the same seat in the UPU, representatives from the sister countries convened in Sint Maarten early this month in a preparatory meeting to discuss the proposals that will be presented during UPUs upcoming Extraordinary Congress.

The meeting, held at Holland House Beach Hotel, was attended by high-ranking officials in the postal sector and provided a platform for extensive discussions on the proposed agenda items, with the goal to establish a unified stance and collective approach between Sint Maarten, Curacao and Aruba, to ensure cohesive decision-making during the congress.

On day two of the proceedings, a roundtable discussion took place between the Prime Minister of St Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The recognition of HNP authors here on June 2, by the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) has much to do with media value and a nations voice, said Jacqueline Sample, president of House of Nehesi Publishers (HNP).
Joseph H. Lake, Jr., and Lasana M. Sekou were recognized for realizing The First Local Business Registrant at COCI in the Newspaper and Book Publishing categories, respectively, said the St. Maarten Chamber.
The recognition of Junior Lake and Lasana Sekou by the Chamber of Commerce adds value to the power of the press and publishing, and to the need for a people to have a voice Read more

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

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (06:00 LST) June 13, 2023 

WEATHER:     

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

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

Sunset Today: 6:48 P.M.     Read more

Countries Take Decisions To Improve Healthcare

From left: Minister Dangui Oduber of Aruba, Dutch State Secretary Maarten van Ooijen, Minister Javier Silvania of Curaao and Omar Ottley of St. Maarten. (Aruba government photo)

ORANJESTAD/WILLEMSTAD--The Public Health ministers of Aruba, Curaao and St. Maarten and state secretary of Public Health of the Netherlands came together in Curaao last week for the fifth edition of the Four-Country Public Health Consultation Read more

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 ~James Ferris turns the reigns over to new President Jeffrey "Dr. Soc" Sochrin, MP Sarah Wescot-Williams installed as Secretary~

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Rotary Club of Sint Maarten kicked off its new Rotary year on Saturday, June 10th with an evening of fun at Topper's Restaurant in Cole Bay with attendees from St Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- "I honestly find the level of complaints from employees at the Princess Juliana International Airport disheartening," says the Leader of the United People's UP Party and Member of Parliament, the Honourable Rolando Brison.
After hearing again from employees, Brison remarked that they feel victimized and that their jobs are always at risk if they do not "bow to the powers that be", as some employees said.
"According to various employees, it's become a situation where it is more about pleasing your bosses or being a part of 'cliques', as opposed to the level of work the employee produces."
In a Sunday press release, Brison recalled when he visited the Airport and heard the employees' grievance Read more

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Public Weather Forecast For St. Maarten

DATE ISSUED: Friday, June 09, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Saturday midday (12:00 LST) June 10, 2023

WEATHER:    

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

Forecast High: 32C / 90F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 6:47 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:36 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Saturday midday: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 08 to 16 mph.

SYNOPSIS: 

Available moisture at the lower levels of the atmosphere may trigger brief showers during this forecast period Read more

Public Weather Forecast For St. Maarten

DATE ISSUED: Thursday, June 08, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) June 09, 2023

WEATHER:    

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

Forecast High: 32C / 90F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 6:47 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:36 A.M. 

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

SYNOPSIS: 

A moisture surge will increase the probability of showers during this forecast period Read more

Nagico To Combat Insurance Fraud With New Policy Schedule

Wednesdays press conference.

PHILIPSBURG--NAGICO has announced a newly modified Motor Insurance Policy Schedule as a means to combat the multiple insurance fraudulent acts being undertaken by individuals in the community.

Sarah Wants Meeting On Plans To Build New Parliament Building

MP Sarah Wescot-Williams.

PHILIPSBURG--United Democrats (UD) Member of Parliament (MP) Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- During my stay in the Netherlands, information reached me regarding the tender or rather an invitation to tender, issued on behalf of the government of St. Maarten, it would appear, MP Wescot explained.
There is a so-called ad hoc committee of parliament that deals with the preparation and construction of a new building for parliament. This committee has been in existence for a while and discussions regarding a new parliament building have been taking place in this committee for years now Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Steflogix is joining the campaign Food Standards Save Lives, led by the World Health Organization.

The NIPA students of Hospitality 1 recently completed their food handlers course which was facilitated by Steflogix. On June 7th, 2023 the students received their food handlers certificates. Michael Somersall, General Manager of Steflogix told the students that this day was an extra special occasion as they received their certificates on World Food Safety Day Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Minister Rodolphe Samuel and the Department of Sports, within the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth, and Sports invite the public to the grand opening of the Boardwalk sports park which has been developed in collaboration with Port St. Maarten Group, Argos Cement, and the Minister of Finance Mr. Ardwell Irion Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Students from various public schools recently filled the Dutch Quarter Community Center for the Division of Public Educations (DPE) Career Village. CIBC FirstCaribbean was among many businesses that joined the event. The banks team shared information and insights into the world of banking. Amongst other things, students learned about the importance of banking and the caree Read more

~ Police have 21 active cases with 17 suspects. ~

PHILIPSBURG: --- Nagico Insurance has taken the initiative to strengthen the fight against the fraudulent insurance policies that are circulating on St. Maarten.
Eric Ellis Marketing Director of NAGICO Insurances along with the Minister of Justice Anna Richardson and the Chief Commissioner of Police Carl John made the announcement on Wednesday at Nagicos head office.
The new policy schedule will be launched on June 12th, 2023, and will run until September 15th, 2023 Read more

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Public Weather Forecast For St. Maarten

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, June 07, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) June 08, 2023 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Mainly fair with light haze 

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

Sunset Today: 6:47 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 5:36 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Thursday midday: East southeasterly with a light to moderate breeze of 06 to 14 mph. 

SYNOPSIS:  

A relatively stable atmosphere will maintain mostly fair weather across the region Read more

Board Of Institute Of Statistics And Economic Studies Installed

ITSEE Chairman Alain Richardson with Vice President Ida Zin Ka Ieu.

MARIGOT--The first board of directors of Institut Territorial de la Statistique et des Etudes Economiques de Saint-Martin (ITSEE) was chosen on June 2 at an election chaired by the boards oldest member, Second Vice President Read more

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Home Foundation Proudly Sponsors Test Your Skills Invitational Boxing Event

A Tribute to Louis Gibs and Alfonso Blijden

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — HOME (Helping Others Mean Everything) Foundation, a dedicated sponsor and supporter of community and sport initiatives, proudly sponsored the exhilarating “Test Your Skills Event” held this past weekend (Saturday June 3rd) at the Sports Auditorium. This remarkable evening of boxing brilliance served as a tribute to the legacies of Alfonso Blijden and Louis Gibs, leaving spectators entertained, impressed and hungry for more.

The “Test Your Skills Event” brought together a powerhouse lineup of talented boxers from Antigua, Curacao, Anguilla, Aruba, and St Read more

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~A Tribute to Luis Gibbs and Alfonso Blijden~

PHILIPSBURG:--- HOME (Helping Others Mean Everything) Foundation, a dedicated sponsor and supporter of community and sports initiatives, proudly sponsored the exhilarating "Test Your Skills Event" held this past weekend (Saturday, June 3rd) at the Sports Auditorium. This remarkable evening of boxing brilliance served as a tribute to the legacies of Alfonso Blijden and Luis Gibbs, leaving spectators entertained, impressed, and hungry for more.
The "Test Your Skills Event" brought together a powerhouse lineup of talented boxers from Antigua, Curacao, Anguilla, Aruba, and St Read more

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SABA:--- The Executive Council looks back at a good working visit to the Netherlands. From May 22 to June 1, Commissioners Bruce Zagers and Eviton Heyliger visited a number of ministries and entities and spoke with several members of the Second Chamber and members of the Dutch Government about Sabas challenges, needs, and its development.

Plans were presented and discussed to build a new high school campus which includes, academic classrooms, technical classrooms, a new gym, and an auditorium Read more

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