Minister of Justice Anna E. Richardson establishes the Victim Support Sint Maarten Foundation

PHILIPSBURG – On Wednesday, September 8, 2021, the Victim Support Sint Maarten Foundation (VSS) was officially established under the leadership of the Minister of Justice Anna E. Richardson. The Foundation’s board members include Ms. Cassandra Richardson as President, Ms. Roxanne Howell as Treasurer and Mr. Isaac Harold Richardson as Secretary. VSS was established to supervise […]
Read More →Ministry of VROMI finalizes New Building Codes and Environmental Norms; Receives Build Back Better Products

GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) – Members of Association of Dutch Municipalities VNG-International handed over final reports of Building Codes and Technical Norms to Prime Minister Hon. Silveria Jacobs and Minister Hon. Ardwell Irion, on behalf of the Minister of VROMI Hon. Egbert Doran, the Cabinet of the Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, […]
Read More →MP Ludmilla De Weever: “St. Maarten experienced the fastest-growing stayover tourism recovery…”

~ Former Minister of TEATT and now Member of Parliament Ludmilla De Weever says: “St. Maarten experienced the fastest-growing stayover tourism recovery since the start of the COVID 19 pandemic.” ~ PHILIPSBURG — St. Maarten is clearly on the rebound as the arrival numbers are on the rise and practically going through the roof and […]
Read More →Winair: Air Antilles has announced today that all flights will resume as normal

Simpson Bay, August 31, 2021 – Winair would like to inform its customer that Air Antilles has announced today that all flights will resume as normal. As per the release of Air Antilles the following was communicated: The responses provided to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC) by our company on the evolution of […]
Read More →68 COVID-19 recoveries August 30, 2021; two more deaths recorded

PHILIPSBURG — The Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, Omar Ottley extends deepest condolences to the families and friends of the two (2) victims who passed away due to COVID-19. Wishing the families, peace and comfort during their time of bereavement. As of August 30th, there were thirty eight (38) persons who tested […]
Read More →SMMC provides COVID-19 situational update

68 COVID-19 recoveries August 30, 2021; two more deaths recorded ~ Outpatient Department appointments continue to proceed as scheduled; non-urgent admissions remain halted ~ CAY HILL — During the past few weeks, St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) has seen a non-stop flow of admissions of COVID-19 patients, the vast majority of whom were unvaccinated. Eighteen […]
Read More →SMDF to Donate more than 250 Uniforms to Vulnerable Students

PHILIPSBURG – While the idea of back-to-school shopping can bring schoolchildren much excitement, in this particular climate it can also create added strain and financial pressure to their parents or guardians. As the St. Maarten Development Fund (SMDF) empathizes with those facing financial strain and recognizes the implications of this on a student’s access […]
Read More →36 confirmed COVID-19 cases today; another death recorded

PHILIPSBURG — The Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, Omar Ottley extends his sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sint Maarten’s 48th COVID-19 victim, who has passed away. Minister Ottley wishes the family strength during this time. As of August 27th, there were thirty six (36) persons who tested positive for […]
Read More →30 confirmed COVID-19 cases today; one more death registered

PHILIPSBURG — The Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, Omar Ottley hereby extends his sympathy to the family and friends of Sint Maarten’s 47th COVID-19 victim, who has passed away. Minister Ottley wishes the family peace and comfort during this time. As of August 26th, there were thirty (30) persons who tested positive […]
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