Soualiga Newsday

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’...

September 16, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - NV GEBE marked its 66th anniversary today with Temporary Manager Iris Arrindell paying tribute to generations of employees who have helped keep St. Maarten moving, while also committing management to stronger communication, greater employee support a...

September 16, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is currently investigating two supermarket robberies and one attempted robbery that occurred at three different supermarkets in the Simpson Bay area. On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, shortly after 6:00 PM, C...

September 16, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY, (DCOMM) – The Collective Prevention Service (CPS), an executive agency of the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), is joining the global observance of World Patient Safety Day on Thursday, September 17, 2026. This year’s theme...

September 16, 2026

THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary of Sint Maarten H.E. Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, recently attended a diplomatic reception hosted by the Embassy of Mexico in the Netherlands to commemorate the 216th anniversary of Mexican Independence. The reception was he...

September 16, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - FREEGAN Foundation has been selected as one of the 66 winners of the 2026 National Volunteer Awards in the Netherlands. The Sint Maarten-based organization was chosen from 322 entries submitted by volunteer organizations and community initiatives fro...

September 16, 2026

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The National Recovery Program Bureau (NRPB) has received unqualified audit opinions on its 2025 project financial statements, continuing an eight-year record of clean audits for projects under its management. The audited financial statements were for...

September 16, 2026

THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) - Cooperation between the Netherlands and the Caribbean countries of the Kingdom will be strengthened through an annual summit, King Willem-Alexander announced in the 2026 Speech from the Throne on Tuesday. In the address marking the opening of the...