The Daily Herald

July 13, 2026

Some of the impounded scooters.   PHILIPSBURG--Police inspected 120 vehicles, stopped 24 scooters and impounded 16 motorcycles and scooters during targeted traffic enforcement operations conducted by the KPSM Flex Team on Saturday, July 11. The operation was carried out a...

July 11, 2026

PHILIPSBURG--The Association for Consumer Protection St Maarten (ACP-SXM) says it is moving forward with legal action against NV GEBE, with President Peggy -Ann Richardson announcing Friday that the consumer advocacy group is preparing to take the utility company to court. Spe...

July 11, 2026

Surveillance video footage shows a pharmacy cashier handing over money to the robber MARIGOT--Two pharmacies in Marigot were victims of armed robberies late Thursday afternoon. The first pharmacy to be robbed was Soualiga Pharmacy at the corner of Rue Kennedy and Rue de la Lib...

July 10, 2026

PHILIPSBURG--President of the Association for Consumer Protection St Maarten (ACP-SXM) Peggy-Ann Richardson on Friday called on the Ministers of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication (TEATT) and Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastruct...

July 10, 2026

PHILIPSBURG--NV GEBE has announced an increase in the electricity fuel clause to Cg. 0.49, effective today, Friday July 10, 2026.   The higher charge will appear on July 2026 electricity invoices that are scheduled to be distributed beginning Monday, July 13. The announce...

July 10, 2026

ANGUILLA--Royal  Anguilla Police Force (RAPF) officers are currently investigating a shooting incident in Blowing Point.   One adult male is confirmed deceased. Officers have secured the area, and investigations are in the early stages.

July 10, 2026

Minister Plenipotentiary Gracita Arrindell and Ambassador Joe Popolo and his spouse Chris Popolo. THE HAGUE--Minister Plenipotentiary Gracita Arrindell attended the US Independence Day Reception in The Hague, where diplomats and government representatives gathered to mark Free...

July 10, 2026

During the launch WILLEMSTAD--Passengers travelling with “Autobus Bedrijf Curaçao” (ABC) can now enjoy free internet access, following the launch of complimentary Wi-Fi on all its 34 buses. The service was officially inaugurated on Tuesday with invited guests taking a demonstr...

July 10, 2026

The Ombudsman and her team were part of the reading initiative. PHILIPSBURG--The CLIMB Foundation says its Drop Everything and Read SXM book party, held as part of the National Literacy Movement, was a success after receiving strong support and participation from across the co...

July 10, 2026

WILLEMSTAD--”Skating Skol of Korsou” made an impressive international debut by winning six medals at the Pan American Speed Skating Championships for beginners and school categories. The Curaçao school competed in the event for the first time, facing more than 1,200 athletes f...

July 10, 2026

Dr Danny Dennaoui PHILIPSBURG--The Court has suspended the pre-trial detention of Dr. Danny Dennaoui, a suspect in a deprivation of liberty case, following a request by the Prosecutor's Office. According to a press release from the Prosecutor’s Office, the suspension is subjec...

July 10, 2026

Group photo WILLEMSTAD--Curaçao equestrian federation Aspafiko officially presented the national team, providing them with competition attire and equipment in the run-up to the International Equestrian Tournament taking place in the Dominican Republic from July 15 to 19. In to...

July 10, 2026

Culinary Instructor Chef Renata de Weever and Junior Chef Jaenanena Joseph PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten secured third place in the Nevis Mango Festival Chef Competition, with National Institute for Professional Advancement (NIPA) Culinary Instructor Chef Renata de Weever and Junio...