PHILIPSBURG:--- The October 16, 2025, decision of the Court of First Instance in Jairo Bloem v. MP Ardwell Irion is being hailed by some as a victory for personal reputation. Yet, a closer reading of the 8-page ruling (SXM202501079) raises critical questions about how the court interpreted the limits of free expression , political commentary , and the public’s right to hear criticism of those seeking high public office .
At its core, the verdict exposes a growing tension in Sint Maarten’s democratic landscape: when does robust political critique become defam...
PHILIPSBURG:--- The Court of First Instance in Sint Maarten on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, sentenced three men to seven years imprisonment each for t...
PHILIPSBURG;--- In a continued effort to strengthen the transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability of the Social & Health In...
MARIGOT:--- The Collectivity of Saint-Martin has issued a detailed statement addressing recent media coverage regarding the handling of sargassum...
PHILIPSBURG:--- On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), Hon. Richinel Brug, met with re...
PHILIPSBURG:--- Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina delivered a powerful address marking nearly 15 years of constitutional autonomy, calling f...
PHILIPSBURG: --- On October 15, 2025, at the Governor's Symposium held at the American University of the Caribbean, Drs. Eugene B. Holiday, President ...
WILLEMSTAD:--- In a dramatic turn of events, Curacao’s Finance Minister Javier Silvania has submitted his resignation, officially stepping down fr...
SABA:--- The two suspects arrested in connection with the Saba murder case will remain in pre-trial detention for an additional 60 days.
This decision ...
PHILIPSBURG:--- The Labor Relations Team of the Division of Labor Affairs and Social Services will host its first-ever Labor Relations Panel Dis...
PHILIPSBURG:--- Following a police report about a shooting incident on Sunday, October 12, 2025, owners of local beach bars have come forwa...
WILLEMSTAD:--- The Dutch naval ship HNLMS Den Helder will ceremonially sail into Willemstad on Monday, October 20th. This is the new naval ship's first visit to the Caribbean Region and its first port visit. The visit to Curaçao was planned last year...
PHILIPSBURG:--- Community Development, Family & Humanitarian Affairs (CDFHA) is proud to announce the launch of its second Just for Dads & Men Masterclass. The theme for this year's Masterclass, “Stronger men, stronger families, stronge...
The Caribbean Defence Force is launching a YouTube series that gives viewers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Initial Military Formation (EMV). In "The Road to Caribbean Soldiers," we follow recruits during their intensive training to become Cari...
Dear Editor,
Parliament’s decision to appoint MP Peterson as Chair of the Committee for Spatial Planning, Infrastructure, and Housing is nothing short of outrageous. This is not just the largest and most influential committee in Parliament; it demands...
Dear Editor,
In the complex world of governance and corporate leadership, the principles of integrity, transparency, and truth are often presented as the bedrock of sound decision-making. Yet, an examination of official communications and procedures r...
Dear Editor,
Once again, Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has opened his mouth only to spew contempt for the very people he is supposed to serve. His latest diatribe, accusing St. Maarteners of having a "crab mentality," is not a call for unity; it is...
Jeudi 09 octobre dernier, le Président du Conseil Territorial, monsieur Louis Mussington, a reçu monsieur Julien Prieur, Docteur en droit de l’environnement, mandaté par la collectivité de Saint-Martin dresser un état des lieux sur le transfert ...
La Collectivité de Saint-Martin a conventionné avec le Conseil d’Architecture d’Urbanisme et de l’Environnement (CAUE) de Guadeloupe, afin d’apporter une assistance technique à la population saint-martinoise, en matière d’urbanisme. Vous recherchez d...
En réponse aux publications dans les médias, la Collectivité de Saint-Martin tient à apporter des précisions sur le mode de collecte des algues sargasses sur la partie nord de l’île. Les volumes d’algues sargasses échouées cette année, sur la partir ...
