Cay Hill:--- Firefighters on St. Maarten will begin their week of activities to celebrate firefighter's week from March 27th to April 2nd said president of the firefighter's foundation. The newly elected board held a press conference on Tuesday to inform the public about the week of activities which will begin on March 27th with a church service. Other activities include the uniform parade which will be held on April 1st, it will be the first uniform parade since St. Maarten obtained its status, followed by the firefighter's ball which will be held at the Port de Plaisance. Tickets are on sale for $15 per person and $25 per couple if purchased in advance. Tickets will be sold at $20 at the gate.The firefighters will also be visiting with their former colleagues who are now on pension. This year's activities will not fully include the community said members of the board. They said the board is young and this year's activities are a stepping stone for what is to come.
