Local News

September 20, 2026

SIMPSON BAY--Sailors do not need to own a race boat or arrive with a full crew to take part in the 2027 St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, with a range of charter options available for both individuals and groups. The 47th edition of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta will take place...

September 20, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The St. Martin Promoting Young Ambassadors Foundation (SMPYA), President Ms. Angelique Romou, its members, and “The Kids Place” radio program proudly congratulate Senior SXM Young Ambassador Showanna Arthurs on earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Crimin...

September 20, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten, Minister Berendsen of Foreign Affairs, Minister Van Weel of Justice and Security and Minister Sjoerdsma of Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation will participate in the 81st General Assembly of the United Nations...

September 20, 2026

THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – King Willem-Alexander received Aruba Governor Alfonso Boekhoudt and Sint Maarten Governor Ajamu Baly in separate audiences in The Hague on 17 September. The Royal House said the King regularly meets officials from the Caribbean part of the Kingdom...

September 20, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) arrested two suspects on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in connection with an armed robbery at a supermarket located on Arch Road. At approximately 3:00 p.m., the Central Police Dispatch received several calls rep...

September 20, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - A fresh new voice has entered the Sint Maarten music scene. Emerging singer-songwriter and multidisciplinary creative Sasaa has officially released her debut single, "Deyo," introducing audiences to a new local artist whose creative talents extend be...

September 20, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (COLE BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is investigating an attempted robbery that occurred in the early morning hours of Sunday, September 20, 2026, at approximately 4:00 a.m. in the Welfare Road area, near Market Garden Supermarket. An off-duty poli...

September 20, 2026

THE BOTTOM--Saba is moving closer to the future operation of Black Rocks Harbor, with island officials recently visiting St. Maarten to study how established port and marina operations manage security, berth allocation, commercial activity and cargo handling. Commissioner Bruc...

September 20, 2026

WILLEMSTAD--The United States Department of Justice has announced that approximately US$29.7 million in forfeited proceeds linked to an eight-year fraud, money laundering and tax evasion scheme will be returned to the Government of Curaçao in three installments. The funds stem...

September 20, 2026

NEW YORK--A historic Manhattan mansion formerly owned by late Iranian-American businessman Hushang Ansary, whose name became closely linked to ENNIA and Mullet Bay in St. Maarten, has been placed on the market for US$65 million. The limestone residence at 15 East 96th Street i...

September 20, 2026

GREAT BAY--Two St. Maarten organizations, Perpetual Plastics by EPIC and the Freegan Food Foundation, have earned second-place honors at the National Volunteer Awards in the Netherlands, marking a significant showing for the island in the first year that Dutch Caribbean o...

September 20, 2026

GREAT BAY--The Central Bank of Curaçao and St. Maarten (CBCS) has raised one of its key interest rates as it prepares for an expected decline in foreign exchange reserves and continued uncertainty in the global economy. The CBCS announced that its pledging rate will incre...

September 20, 2026

GREAT BAY--The St. Maarten Library will host “Becoming HER,” a Girls’ Empowerment and Inspirational Forum on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00am to 4:00pm, creating a supportive space for girls ages 13 to 18 to build confidence, discover their voices, set meaningful g...