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Up Mp Lacroes Urges Govt To Review Model Law For Marine-Coastal Tourism

MP Francisco Lacroes.

PHILIPSBURG--United Peoples (UP) Member of Parliament (MP) Francisco Lacroes on Wednesday urged the government to examine the Model Law on Sustainable Marine-Coastal Community Tourism when preparing zoning and conservation policies.

He said coastal territories remain undervalued and insufficiently protected in many cases Read more

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Dcomm Visits French Side Counterparts

Philipsburg/Marigot On February 26, the Department of Communication of the Government of Sint Maarten paid a working visit to their French counterparts of the Collectivit of Saint-Martin, Communication Department, which includes the protocol section.

The working visit was to get a deeper understanding of how the French side Department of Communication functions within the Collectivit, to exchange mutual operational information and ideas, and to continue fostering the working relationship.

In their Marigot offices, the head/director of the French side Department of Communication Nathalie Longato gave a short presentation and shared an overview of the work and responsibilities Read more

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Only 11% In Group 5 Master Problem-Solving And 2% At Public Schools, Assessment Shows

Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sports (ECYS) Melissa Gumbs.

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PHILIPSBURG--Findings from the National Assessment Report: Early Literacy and Numeracy for the Group 5 cohort 2024/2025 revealed that a majority of pupils are struggling to achieve proficiency in mathematics problem-solving.

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Trinidad Puts On A Show Of All Shows To Welcome WinairS Inaugural Flight

Trinidads Minister of Transport & Civil Aviation, Eli Zakour (left) presents a painting of seven iconic buildings in Trinidad & Tobago, to WINAIR CEO Hans van de Velde. (Robert Luckock photo)

AIRPORT--Cultural dancers, Soca music, Trinidadian delicacies and hospitality, water cannon salutes at both destinations; all the ingredients for the warmest of welcomes greeted nationa Read more

Oranje School Celebrates 175 Years With Bell Ringing Ceremony

Education Minister Melissa Gumbs rings the bel

PHILIPSBURG--Oranje School marked its 175th Anniversary on January 21, 2026, with a historic celebration that included a commemorative bell ringing ceremony symbolizing each year of the schools service and educational excellence.

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Vromi Continues Demolition On Pond Island

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten — Minister Patrice Gumbs of the Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure (VROMI) has issued a statement that demolition has commenced and will continue on Soualiga Drive, Pond Island. Occupants of the land were informed in September 2025 that they needed to vacate by December 2025 Read more

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Babysitter Convicted In Child Abuse Case

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten (OM) The Court of First Instance has sentenced a family friend to 50 months in prison for serious offences committed against an eight-year-old girl. The suspect was acting as a babysitter at the time of the incident and was found guilty of acts that severely violated the childs personal and physical integrity.

A key element in the case was forensic evidence. DNA material belonging to the suspect was found on the victims clothing, which played a decisive role in corroborating the childs statement and establishing the suspects involvement.

A central legal issue in the proceedings was whether the proven acts qualified as sexual penetration under criminal law 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

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Dna Relationship Testing Procedures

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

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Vsa Minister Lauds Breaking The Chokehold Initiative For Successful Community Screenings

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VSA Minister Richinel Brug (right) with representatives of the initiative.

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

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