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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs Silveria Jacobs, representing the Kingdom of the Netherlands, attended a high-level side event yesterday on the critical importance of early warning systems. The event was hosted the Permanent Mission of the Independent State of Samoa to the United Nations as a discussion on how to mitigate the impact of climate change-related disasters Read more

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Stop The Patchwork! Address The Root Cause Or The Issue Will Continue To Arise

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Oliver Williams, USP Candidate # 7 said in a press released: There must be reform of the roads in St. Maarten! Too long have we watched as mediocre work is done and then not too long after, the same roads are back to their previous condition. All over, you see potholes, warped asphalt, water running in the roads, debris in the road and much more.

The last update to our infrastructure was the construction of the Causeway in 2013 (which was a decade ago) Read more

Civil Servant Email Address Hacked, Email Circulating With Attachment. (Updated)

PHILIPSBURG:--- An email from Reginal Martina's official email address is in circulation with an attachment. The email which looks suspicious has been sent to several persons and has the attention of the Government of St. Maarten.
Erno Labega a senior civil servant and acting head of Facilities confirmed that he was notified of the suspicious email Read more

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Civil Servant Email Address Hacked, Email Circulating With Attachment.

PHILIPSBURG:--- An email from Reginal Martina's official email address is in circulation with an attachment. The email which looks suspicious has been sent to several persons and has the attention of the Government of St. Maarten.
Erno Labega a senior civil servant and acting head of Facilities confirmed that he was notified of the suspicious email Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Thursday, September 21, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Friday midday (12:00 LST) September 22, 2023 

WEATHER:  

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

Forecast High: 33 C / 92 F             Forecast Low: 28 C / 82 F 

Sunset Today: 6:10 P.M.                 Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:01 A.M.  

SURFACE WINDS:    

This afternoon through Friday midday: Easterly with a gentle to moderate breeze of 8 to 15 mph. 

SYNOPSIS:   

Lingering moisture maintains weak instability over the region Read more

UN HEADQUARTERS, New York:--- The President of the General Assembly, H.E. Mr. Dennis Francis, and the Executive Director of UN Women, H.E. Sima Sami Bahous, convened the highly anticipated 2nd annual meeting with women Heads of State and Heads of Government during High-Level Week. The Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs, Silveria Jacobs was welcomed, with a member of her delegation, as a current woman Head of Government Read more

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UN HEADQUARTERS, New York:---  The Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs attended an event titled, Feminist Foreign Policy+ Group, which took place at the United Nations Headquarters on Wednesday, September 20. The primary objective was to underscore the fundamental importance of gender equality in promoting global safety, health, and prosperity. In response to this imperative, numerous countries are embracing feminist approaches to their foreign policies, aiming to turn their commitments into tangible actions.
The event delved into the practical implementation of Feminist Foreign Policy (FFP) as a potent catalyst for positive change, particularly within the context of a complex geopolitical landscape Read more

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Brison To Amend Proposed Max Closing Time For Clubs/Bars From 5Am To 3Am

UP MP Rolando Brison addressing MPs during the meeting.

PHILIPSBURG--Based on feedback received from Members of Parliament (MPs) and the public, United Peoples (UP) party MP Rolando BrisonRead more

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World Bank Delegation Impressed With R4cr

Philipsburg – A World Bank mission, led by Mr. Alex Kamurase visited Sint Maarten from September 11 to 15, 2023 to assess the progress of the Resources for Community Resilience program (R4CR). The delegation also included Ms. Natalia Bavio, Financial Consultant and Ms. Chanelle Fingal, Social Development Consultant. Their primary objectives were to evaluate the overall progress, operational implementation and compliance of the R4CR program with the World Banks standards in the key areas of financial management, procurement, social and environmental safeguards.

During their visit, the World Bank team engaged with various other stakeholders, including the National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) and R4CR’s Project Technical Committee Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- A World Bank mission, led by Mr. Alex Kamurase visited Sint Maarten from September 11 to 15, 2023 to assess the progress of the Resources for Community Resilience program (R4CR). The delegation also included Ms. Natalia Bavio, a Financial Consultant, and Ms. Chanelle Fingal, a Social Development Consultant. Their primary objectives were to evaluate the overall progress, operational implementation, and compliance of the R4CR program with the World Banks standards in the key areas of financial management, procurement, and social and environmental safeguards.

During their visit, the World Bank team engaged with various other stakeholders, including the National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) and R4CR's Project Technical Committee Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Sint Maarten Library is excited to share the rescheduling of our Read to Me Dutch is Fun Puppet show for Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Sint Martin University, from 6 pm to 7 pm.
Peggy Nibte, a performer and a great storyteller, will serve as the puppeteer for the Dutch Is Fun Puppet Show.
Ms. Nibte was born in Paramaribo, Suriname, into a family of seven. She is the youngest of four girls and three boys. Her mother worked as a teacher, while her father served as a police officer Read more

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC) 

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) September 21, 2023 

WEATHER:  

This afternoon: Fair to partly cloudy. 

Tonight, through Thursday midday: Partly cloudy with isolated showers.  

Forecast High: 33 C / 92 F             Forecast Low: 28 C / 82 F 

Sunset Today: 6:10 P.M Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The political landscape in St. Maarten is buzzing with excitement as a fresh face enters the arena with a bold vision for the future. Juanly Abel-Ramirez, a dynamic and forward-thinking candidate, has officially announced her candidacy on the United People's Party (UP) slate, and she's bringing a message of proactivity, innovation, and change.
"I am pleased to announce my candidacy for the Parliamentary Election in 2024 with the United People's Party," said Abel-Ramirez on Tuesday Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Wednesday midday (12:00 LST) September 20, 2023

WEATHER:

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

Forecast High: 34C / 93F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 6:11 P.M.                 Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:01 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS:   

This afternoon through Wednesday midday: Southeasterly to easterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 08 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times. 

SYNOPSIS:  

The combination of light winds, daytime heating and available moisture at the lower levels of the atmosphere, may cause isolated showers.

Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution as long period northeasterly swells will continue to affect regional waters.

STATE OF THE SEA:  Slight to moderate        WAVES/SWELLS: 3 to 6 feet 

SPECIAL FEATURE: None.

The Meteorological Department of St Read more

Usm Hosts Lecture And Panel On Reducing Risk Of Dementia

From left: Panellists Dr. Carmen Marques, Tatiana Arrindell, Elco Rosario, Raymond Jessurun, Dr. Zuleima Violenus-Solomon.

POND ISLANDUniversity of St. Martin (USM) partnered with St. Maarten Alzheimers Foundation last week to host the first lecture and panel on reducing the ris Read more

Mps Appalled That 75-Yr-Old Child Molester Gets Off With No Jail Time

MP Rolando Brison holds up The Daily Herald issue which featured the article.

PHILIPSBURG--Members of Parliament (MPs) last week expressed outrage over what they saw as the paltry sentence meted down to a 75-year-old man who received a suspended sentence for sexually assaulting a girl under thirteen years old. The man C.M.B Read more

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Small Businesses To Benefit From Access To Financing For 3 More Years.

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten Based on the success of the Enterprise Support Project and the evident need for further assistance to entrepreneurs in the local market, the National Recovery Project Bureau (NRPB) is pleased to announce that the project has been extended until June 2028. This extension will provide local businesses with more time to apply for grant funding, thereby fostering further growth and development in the sector.

With this extension, businesses can now apply for grants and low-interest loans until June 30, 2025 Read more

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DATE ISSUED: Monday, September 18, 2023 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)

VALID UNTIL: Tuesday midday (12:00 LST) September 19, 2023

WEATHER: 

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: Fair to partly cloudy with a few isolated showers possible. 

Forecast High: 34C / 93F             Forecast Low: 28C / 82F

Sunset Today: 6:12 P.M.                 Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:01 A.M. 

SURFACE WINDS:   

This afternoon through Tuesday midday: East northeasterly to east southeasterly with a light to gentle breeze of 04 to 09 mph, becoming lighter and variable at times. 

SYNOPSIS:  

A loose surface pressure gradient will maintain mostly light winds across the region Read more

Hurricane Nigel Advisory Number 13

NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL152023

1100 AM AST Mon Sep 18 2023

SUMMARY OF 1100 AM AST...1500 UTC...INFORMATION

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LOCATION...27.2N 51.4W

ABOUT 875 MI...1410 KM ESE OF BERMUDA

MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...80 MPH...130 KM/H

PRESENT MOVEMENT...NW OR 325 DEGREES AT 12 MPH...19 KM/H

MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...984 MB...29.06 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS

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There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

DISCUSSION AND OUTLOOK

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At 1100 AM AST (1500 UTC), the center of Hurricane Nigel was located near latitude 27.2 North, lon-gitude 51.4 West Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Prime Minister and Minister of General Affairs Silveria Jacobs embarked on a significant diplomatic journey, participating in the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City. This historic visit underscores the importance of Sint Maartens presence on the global stage and emphasizes the vital role our island nation plays in addressing critical global issues Read more

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~(SMDC) Sees 60 plus patients on its first day.~

PHILIPSBURG:---  On Friday, September 15th the SMDC officially opened its doors to the public. The center will offer after-hour general practitioners (GP) service to the general public, Monday through Friday 6 pm - 12 am, Saturday 8 am - 12 pm, and on Sunday 10 am - 12 pm. The initiative was brought to the Ministry of VSA by Doctors Michael and Danny Dennaoui as an initiative that would improve access to quality health care. The project was approved by the Minister of Public Health, Social Development Labor, Omar Ottley with hopes that it would alleviate the long waits at the St Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- On Friday, September 15th, 2023, the organizing committee at the KPSM (Korps Politie Sint Maarten) came together to celebrate the retirement and express their heartfelt appreciation for Ms. Deborah Ann Rombley, an outstanding public servant who has dedicated over four decades to the Ministry of Justice and the Government of Sint Maarten.
The ceremony, held at a location filled with history and significance, saw a distinguished lineup of speakers and performers, including The Honorable Minister of Justice Anna E Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Sint Maarten Police Force (KPSM) is proud to announce the successful completion of the first in a series of emergency drills and training exercises, in collaboration with the Marines and various other emergency response agencies. This vital training event took place on Friday, September 15th, 2023, along the A.J.C. Brouwer Road at Harold Jack.

The primary objective of this exercise was to enhance the readiness and coordination among first responders in dealing with a variety of crisis scenarios Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) would like to announce the well-deserved retirement of one of its longest-serving and most employees, Miss Deborah Ann Rombley. With a remarkable career spanning 43 years and six months, Miss Rombley has been an invaluable member of this organization.

A surprise retirement party for Miss Rombley took place last Friday in the presence of esteemed guests, including the Honorable Minister of Justice, Anna Richardson, and the Chief of Police, Mr Read more

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