Soualiga Newsday

September 18, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Honorable Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport, Melissa Gumbs, will join families, young readers, educators, and community members for the Grand Celebration of the 2026 Early Learners BookStart Campaign on Saturday, September 19, 2026,...

September 18, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Perpetual Plastics by EPIC Team and Freegan Food Foundation are proud 2nd place winners of the National Volunteer Awards hosted by the Association for Volunteerism in the Netherlands. The Perpetual Plastics Team won second place in the category ‘...

September 18, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) — Addressing crime and strengthening public safety cannot be the responsibility of the police alone. Marcus Pantophlet believes Sint Maarten must focus on ensuring that the entire justice system functions efficiently, consistently and with the necessar...

September 18, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Windward Islands Bank (WIB) and MCB Curaçao, in collaboration with the St. Maarten Baseball & Softball Federation (SMBSF), are partnering to host a Softball Development Clinic for girls between the ages of 10 and 18 on Saturday, October 3 and...

September 18, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Leader of the United People’s Party (UP) and Member of Parliament Omar Ottley congratulates Alexander Gumbs on the extension of his appointment as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Port St. Maarten Group for another five years, saying he is pleased to...

September 17, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labour (VSA), through Collective Prevention Services (CPS), wishes to reassure parents, educators, employers, employees, and the wider community that proactive measures are being taken to promote...

September 17, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - “Becoming HER” is an empowerment and inspirational experience designed specifically for girls ages 13 to 18. Taking place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the forum will provide a supportive space for young girls to build confi...

September 17, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (COLE BAY) - On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, police patrol officers conducting a routine control encountered a male suspect, identified by the initials K.K.P.Q., who was found to be driving with a false driving license. The suspect was arrested and transported to...

September 17, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (CAY HILL) - St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) marked an important milestone on September 15, 2026, with the official opening of its brand new medical simulation lab, known as the " SIM Suite " . The facility is designed to provide hands on, realistic clinical tra...

September 17, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - For 45 remarkable years, Shirley Richardson dedicated her time, talent, and passion to serving the community and advancing literacy. Retiring just two months shy of her 46th anniversary, Shirley leaves behind a lasting legacy of warmth, dedication, a...

September 17, 2026

THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary of Sint Maarten, Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, received Sint Maarten Governor H.E. Ajamu Baly on Monday, 14 September 2026, during the Governor’s working visit to the Netherlands. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchan...

September 17, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - A committee comprising main sponsor CC1, the SHTA board, and representatives of both island tourism bureaus, the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), has announced “Love In Spring Garden” as the 2027 “Cultural Icon” to be featured...

September 16, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The National Craft Lab: From Roots to History — Exploring Identity Through National Symbols officially kicked off on Saturday, September 12, bringing together 15 young participants between the ages of 5 and 12 for a hands-on journey into St. Maarten’...