February 06, 2026 No comments
Court meeting decides on nomination of President
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Court meeting took place today, Friday, February 6, 2026, in which the nomination of the selection committee for the President was discussed and the vote took place. On the basis of this vote, the board will, in accordance with the provisions of the Kingdom Law, recommend Sigmar Carmelia in writing to the Ministers of Justice of the four countries. The ministers then make a nomination for appointment to the Kingdom Council of Ministers. The Kingdom Council of Ministers (i.e. including the ministers plenipotentiary of the three countries) decides on this nomination of the President. After this, it will be announced who will be the new President. The nomination is expected to be discussed by the Kingdom Council...
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February 06, 2026 No comments
FCCA Launches Leadership Series. Alexander Gumbs Port St. Maarten CEO First Leader
SINT MAARTEN/MIRAMAR, FL – The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) today announced the launch of its FCCA Leadership Series, a new platform dedicated to showcasing senior leaders who are shaping the future of tourism across the Caribbean and Latin America. Hosted by FCCA President Adam Ceserano, the series convenes influential voices from government and the private sector, senior cruise executives, FCCA Platinum members, destination partners, ports and allied stakeholders. It is designed to foster open, collaborative dialogue on the sector’s most pressing topics: sustainable growth, economic impact, resilience, infrastructure development, and destination competitiveness. “This series reflects FCCA’s commitment to meaningful dialogue and shared leadership across the Caribbean and Latin America,” Ceserano said. “These conversations highlight how collaboration and long-term vision drive stronger, more...
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February 05, 2026 No comments
MP Wescot-Williams Seeks Concrete Follow-Up on St. Martin Climate Impact Atlas
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Member of Parliament (MP) Sarah A. Wescot-Williams has formally submitted questions to the Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure (VROMI) seeking clarity on how the recently launched St. Martin Climate Impact Atlas will be practically integrated into national planning, climate resilience, and funding strategies. While welcoming the public availability of the Atlas, MP Wescot-Williams emphasized that its true value lies not in its launch, but in its active and systematic use across government decision-making. “The Climate Impact Atlas is a powerful evidence-based tool. The critical question now is whether it will meaningfully guide spatial planning, infrastructure development, disaster risk reduction, and climate adaptation, or whether it risks remaining a purely technical exercise,” Wescot-Williams stated. In...
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February 05, 2026 No comments
MP Lyndon Lewis: Honoring Our Roots, Reclaiming Our Power
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – Member of Parliament (MP) Lyndon Lewis on Thursday evening, February 5, 2026, released a press release with his statement for Black History Month. "As we enter Black History Month, we do so with deep reflection, profound respect, and renewed purpose. This month is a sacred time to honor the strength, resilience, and unbreakable spirit of Black people whose sacrifices, struggles, and triumphs have shaped the course of history and continue to influence our world today. “Black History Month is more than remembrance—it is recognition. It is the acknowledgment of ancestors who endured enslavement, colonialism, and systemic injustice, yet rose with courage and dignity to lay the foundation for generations to come. Their legacy lives on in our...
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February 05, 2026 No comments
USM Continues Faculty Digital Development with Advanced Moodle Grading Training
SINT MAARTEN (POND ISLAND) - The University of St. Martin (USM) continues its commitment to strengthening digital teaching excellence through ongoing faculty training initiatives. Following the successful Moodle training session held recently, USM will host an additional session focused specifically on grading processes within the Moodle portal. The previous session provided faculty members with practical guidance on navigating Moodle, managing course content, and supporting student engagement through the platform. Faculty who attended shared positive feedback, noting that the training served as both a valuable refresher and an opportunity to strengthen digital teaching skills in an evolving academic environment. Building on that momentum, this upcoming training session will focus specifically on grading workflows, assignment grading efficiency, and gradebook accuracy. As digital learning platforms...
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