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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Annual World Cultural Heritage Youth Symposium is being held in Athens, Greece from April 26 30, 2023. The symposium aims to bring together students, teachers, and national coordinators of UNESCO Associated Schools Network (ASPnet) from all over the world to raise cultural awareness, develop mutual respect and contribute to the creation of a new generation of world citizens that feel united in diversity and are willing to shape a sustainable future for everyone.

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3,908 De-Registered In Civil Registry Clean Up

Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs and members of the Council of Ministers during the public meeting on the 2023 budget.

PHILIPSBURG--A total of 3,908 persons have been de-registered from St. Maartens Civil Registry as part of the clean-up process of the registry.

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs Ms. Silveria Jacobs extends her congratulations to the Sint Maarten Fire Department on Firefighters Week.

Firefighters Week is a time to honor and celebrate the men and women who put their lives on the line to protect Sint Maarten from fire and other emergencies. This year's Firefighters Week, which takes place from March 26 to March 31, is particularly special as we recognize the bravery and dedication of firefighters and their unwavering commitment to saving lives and property.

Firefighters are often the unsung heroes who work tirelessly to protect St Read more

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Jacobs: Border Treaty Signing To Provide New Opportunities For Collaboration

Dutch St. Maarten Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs and President of the Collectivit Louis Mussington lay a wreath at the foot of the stele on Mont des Accords, assisted by Prfet Vincent Berton, during the ceremony for the 375th anniversary of the Treaty of Concordia Read more

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Nv Gebe Files Case Against Investigators Of Cyber-Attack

PHILIPSBURG-Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs stated on Thursday in Parliament that NV GEBE is legally not permitted at this time to divulge any information regarding the case filed against the company that investigated the March 17, 2022, cyber-attack on GEBE.

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Reference Book About Terms Used In Criminal Proceedings

Linda Richardson (left) handing a copy of Trilingual Terminology in Criminal Proceedings to Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs.

PHILIPSBURG--Court interpreter and translator Linda A. Richardson presented Trilingual Terminology in Criminal Proceedings, a reference book in three languages - Dutch, English and Spanish - which will p Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- On Saturday 18 March 2023, A Betta Place Foundation and Angelique Romou hosted the 1st Women in Leadership Gala. This auspicious Black Tie Red Carpet fundraising event was top notch from the dcor, the ambiance, the food, the poised attendees, and the stellar Speakers, Panelists, and entertainers, was led by the mistress of ceremony Ms. Diandra Marlin, who did an amazing job throughout the evening. She opened the event by introducing Pastor Ms. Torana Granston who opened in prayer, followed by the amazing young violinist Ms Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs Ms. Silveria Jacobs was shocked and concerned when she was informed of the news of the detention of Member of Parliament Rolando Brison on Friday, March 17, 2023.

The Prime Minister wishes MP Brison and his family as well as the UP party much strength during this very difficult time, while awaiting the process of the judicial system and is very happy to learn of the MPs release on Saturday evening.

I have a great deal of sympathy towards the MP and his family; matters such as these leave very little room for the privacy of those close to the affected individuals within our small island society Read more

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Pm: Uncanny That Investigations Surface When They Can Negatively Alter Stability

Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs

~ Begs the question if it is instigated ~

PHILIPSBURG--Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs Silveria Jacobs was shocked and conc Read more

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~1400 volunteers completed 91 community projects during the two-day event~

PHILIPSBURG---  The SXM DOET Project Coordination team is proud to announce that this years event was a huge success, as an estimated 1400 volunteers completed 91 community enrichment projects over the weekend.

About 1400 volunteers displayed love and gratitude for their communities by making a positive difference throughout various communities and neighborhoods. A combined total of 91 projects were organized and executed: 40 projects on Friday, March 10th, and 51 projects Saturday, March 11th.

This year, the project coordination team introduced a new spin to doet-ing while being sustainable with a DIY T-shirt decoration competition Read more

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Pfp Submits Draft Lb-Ham To Prime Minister

MP Peterson: Parliament changing Election Ordinance would be rats minding the cheese

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten Via a letter penned by Member of Parliament Melissa Gumbs, the Party for Progress faction in Parliament submitted a draft LB-HAM (national decree containing general measures) to Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs on Thursday, 23 February 2023, prior to leaving for the IPKO session Read more

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Witu Proposes Adjustments To Salary Scales

— Laptops should be delivered soon —

Philipsburg The board of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) submitted a proposal for an adjustment to the Salary Scales of employees in Education.

The fight continues to ensure Education is truly prioritized in our Country as teachers should be respected and not be neglected, remarked Stuart Johnson President of the WITU.

Johnson submitted the proposal addressed to the Honorable Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs on Friday, 24thFebruary 2023 Read more

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~Laptops should be delivered soon ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- The board of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) submitted a proposal for an adjustment to the Salary Scales of employees in Education.

The fight continues to ensure Education is truly prioritized in our Country as teachers should be respected and not be neglected, remarked Stuart Johnson President of the WITU.
Johnson submitted the proposal addressed to the Honorable Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs on Friday, 24th February 2023 Read more

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Wilson To Prime Minister: Fix Fire Dept. Function Book Even If ItS A Political Stunt

~Almost 12 years Firemen waiting for 1st rank stripe~

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten The Sint Maarten Fire Department has been treated as a forgotten stepchild of Government since 2010 Read more

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Npower 2023 Connect And Inspire Conference: Continuing To Build A Stronger Civil Society

St. Maarten NPOwer, an arm of Foresee Foundation, successfully concluded its “Connect and Inspire” Conference from February 23 to 25, bringing together over 125 representatives of non-profit organizations (NPOs) and stakeholders from St. Maarten and neighbouring islands.

The conference, mainly funded by Samenwerkende Fondsen Cariben SFC, St. Maarten Development Fund (SMDF) and Resources for Community Resilience (R4CR), aimed to revitalize, build and strengthen the capacity of NPOs while fostering greater connectivity among regional and local organizations Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:---  on Friday, February 24, Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs, Ms. Silveria Jacobs attended and spoke a few words of introduction at the commencement of the three-day NPOwer Conference.
Following a moving message from His Excellency Governor Ajamu Baly, keynote speaker, Dr. Bonnie Benesh, PhD, Chief Executive Officer of the Think To DO Institute, gave an inspiring speech on the importance of NGOs and the roles of connectivity and inspiration Read more

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~Tune into Livestream on Tuesday~

PHILIPSBURG:---  Minister and Minister of General Affairs Ms. Silveria Jacobs will be spearheading the launch of the single-use plastic project, St. Maarten Plastic Free, on February 21, 2023. This project is funded by the RESEMBID program in the amount of 247,872 Euros. The official launch signals the implementation phase of the project will be live-streamed via the SXMGOV Facebook Page at 2:45 pm, to facilitate an all-inclusive launch Read more

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Prime Minister To Launch Plastic Free Project

Tune into Livestream on Tuesday

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten (DCOMM)Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs Ms. Silveria Jacobs will be spearheading the launch of the single-use plastic project, St. Maarten Plastic Free, on February 21, 2023. This project is funded by the RESEMBID program in the amount of 247,872 Euros. The official launch signals the implementation phase of the project will be livestreamed via the SXMGOV Facebook Page at 2:45pm, to facilitate an all-inclusive launch Read more

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Witu Submits A Letter To Pm And Retells MlkS Reconstruction Origin

— No political agenda —

Philipsburg — ThePresident of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) Stuart Johnson stated, We want to see a genuine effort to truly ensure one of our nations greatest assets, teachers and staff in education are properly taken care of.

Johnson minced no words in expressing that the WITU is not being political, “I understand with our Country seemingly heading into yet another election, I expect some level of rhetoric, but I had hoped that there would be some improvements to the level of discourse and the rhetoric would be less especially from a Member of Parliament.”

The Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) submitted a letter to Honorable Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs and the Council of Ministers on Friday, February 10th,2023.

In the letter,the WITU stated, The Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) board attended a meeting with you and the Ministers of ECYS, TEATT, and Finance on Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 Read more

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Witu Submits A Letter To Pm Outlining Expectations

WITU membership in a meeting on February 9.

~ Says theres no political agenda ~

PHILIPSBURG--Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) submitted a letter to Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs and the Council of Ministers on Friday, February 10, outlining several areas of concern and the unions expectations, according to a WITU press Read more

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-- No political agenda --  

PHILIPSBURG:---  The  President of the Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) Stuart Johnson stated, We want to see a genuine effort to truly ensure one of our nations greatest assets, teachers and staff in education are properly taken care of.

Johnson minced no words in expressing that the WITU is not being political, "I understand with our Country seemingly heading into yet another election, I expect some level of rhetoric, but I had hoped that there would be some improvements to the level of discourse and the rhetoric would be less especially from a Member of Parliament."

The Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) submitted a letter to Honorable Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs and the Council of Ministers on Friday, February 10th, 2023.

In the letter, the WITU stated, The Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) board attended a meeting with you and the Ministers of ECYS, TEATT, and Finance on Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 Read more

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More Than 90 Stakeholders Share Their Ideas About Sint MaartenS Solid Waste Future

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten More than 90 stakeholders came out and shared their ideas about Sint Maartens solid waste future during a consultation meeting on Wednesday, February 1.

The meeting presented the draft vision for Integrated Solid Waste Management on Sint Maarten by 2030. Based on previous discussions within government, this document outlines a future in which persons act responsibly and the country is greener and more sustainable. It also sketches a future in which solid waste materials are reduced, reused, and recycled, and where waste management is funded through structural means and executed by a Waste Authority.

After the presentation of the draft vision, attendees participated in a public roundtable discussion Read more

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Trust FundS School Repair Program Completes 3 More Schools

EBENEZER, Sint Maarten With work completed at Milton Peters College (MPC), Methodist Agogic Centre (MAC) Comprehensive Secondary Education, and St. Dominic High School, a total of six (6) schools have now been repaired through the Sint Maarten Trust Fund.

The programs scope of work includes fixing roofs, doors, and windows, as well as mold remediation, plumbing, and minor electrical work. The contractor also installed new aluminum shutters on doors and windows where necessary.

In the case of MAC, additional structural interventions had to be done to improve the schools resilience to natural disasters Read more

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Ambulance Workers Complete Operational And Maintenance Training For New Ambulances

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten Personnel of the Sint Maarten Ambulance Department have successfully completed a five-day training course to familiarize themselves with the four (4) brand new ambulance vehicles that were delivered in late December 2022.

Conducted by ambulance manufacturer REV Group and Zoll, the training sessions focused on the use and maintenance of the ambulances and their operating systems. It also included a train-the-trainer” component to enable local ambulance workers to provide these operational and maintenance training courses in the future.

At a combined cost of approximately US $1.2 million, the new ambulances were procured through the Sint Maarten Trust Fund, which is financed by the Government of the Netherlands, managed by the World Bank, and implemented by the National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) on behalf of the Government of Sint Maarten.

Since 2018, the Sint Maarten Trust Fund has invested in equipment for Sint Maartens firefighters and ambulance workers, as well as in repair work to the Philipsburg and Simpson Bay police stations and Fire and Ambulance building to fix damage caused by Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria Read more

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