MP Omar Ottley: Telem’s Cry for Help Falling On Deaf Ears.

PHILIPSBURG:---  Member of Parliament Omar Ottley is sounding an urgent alarm regarding the ongoing situation at Telem, following a series of reports from the company’s employees, their union representatives, and management. The recent media coverage has brought to light serious concerns about the welfare of Telem employees, and it is crucial that we address these issues with immediate and decisive action.

Telem has faced significant scrutiny in recent weeks, with various employees expressing their deep concerns over what they describe as n...

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When Protectors Become Predators: A Crisis of Trust and Accountability in KPSM.

PHILIPSBURG: --- The uniform is meant to be a symbol of safety, a sign that help and order are at hand. But for too many citizens, the sight of a KPSM officer now sparks fear, not reassurance. A disturbing pattern of harassment and brutality is eroding the very foundation of public trust, turning protectors into predators and leaving a community feeling besieged by the people sworn to serve them. This isn't about isolated incidents; it's about a culture of intimidation that must be confronted.

Reports are surfacing of actions that have no place ...

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HNLMS Friesland Intercepts over 300 kilos of cocaine.

HNLMS Friesland has intercepted another drug shipment in the Caribbean. This time, it involved 318 kilos of cocaine during an operation on August 18th. The announcement was made today. This is already the eighth time the ship has intercepted drugs.

On that evening, the station ship HNLMS Friesland spotted a suspicious vessel in the Caribbean Sea. It was a so-called go-fast, a fast boat often used for drug smuggling. As soon as this was clear, both rapid interception vessels (Friscs) from the Friesland were deployed to approach the boat.

Overboard...

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KPSM continues with its safety efforts in Philipsburg and surroundings.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) continues to take firm action to keep Philipsburg and its surroundings safe for residents, businesses, and visitors. Over the past days, officers issued several fines and towed 10 vehicles that were parked in ways that blocked access or created safety risks or parked illegally. Officers also conducted checks on suspicious vehicles, scooters, and motorcycles, particularly in the busy areas of Front Street and Back Street.

On Wednesday, August 27, 2025, during one of these controls, officers ...

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