November 08, 2026 No comments
Joint KPSM and KMar Safety Controls Result in Multiple Arrests, Weapons & Suspected Narcotics Seizures
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM), in collaboration with personnel of the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee (KMar), continues to conduct coordinated safety operations aimed at combating illegal firearm possession, narcotics-related activities, and other criminal offenses throughout Sint Maarten. During the evening of Friday, November 6, into the early morning hours of Saturday, November 7, 2026, members of the KPSM Flex Team and KMar conducted joint patrols and preventive controls in several areas, including Simpson Bay and Bush Road. Firearm Arrest on Bush Road During patrols along Bush Road, officers observed two individuals traveling on a motorcycle and a scooter. The motorcycle rider appeared to be pushing the scooter rider forward using his right leg while both vehicles were...
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November 06, 2026 No comments
FOOD IN THE TRASH WHILE PEOPLE GO HUNGRY. HOW IS THIS ACCEPTABLE?
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Every single month, and sometimes even every week, DIVICO, Lucky’s, KAMS, SUPER LU, NEC and COSTULESS donate their surplus food to FREEGAN foundation, the former said in a statement on Friday, November 6, 2026. “Food that might otherwise go to waste is collected and redistributed to families struggling to put meals on the table. They have proven that food rescue works. “So why are supermarkets such as Carrefour, Fairway Mark It, Prime Distributors and Market Garden not doing the same? The numbers are shocking. “According to Sint Maarten’s 2022 Census, 7.1% of residents reported experiencing hunger because they could not afford food. Meanwhile, 25.5% of households live in relative poverty, according to the St. Maarten Development Fund. And...
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November 06, 2026 No comments
Two men sentenced to prison for armed robbery of Ocean Jewelers at JW Marriott Hotel
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Court of First Instance of Sint Maarten sentenced two men to prison on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, for their involvement in the armed robbery of Ocean Jewelers at the JW Marriott Hotel in Oyster Pond on October 17, 2025. M.Y.F. received a five-year prison sentence, while K.O.R. was sentenced to six years. Both were convicted of participating in the robbery, during which employees were threatened with firearms and a hammer was used to smash display cases containing jewelry. The robbery occurred at approximately 1:30 p.m. when three masked men entered the jewelry store. One of the robbers threatened employees with a firearm while the others smashed display cases and removed jewelry, including gold items, watches and...
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November 06, 2026 No comments
COCI & CCISM Sign Historic MOU to Strengthen Cross Border Economic Cooperation and Boost Economies
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - In a landmark step towards deeper economic integration and regional collaboration, the Sint Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) and the Chambre Consulaire Interprofessionnelle de Saint – Martin (CCISM) official signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), today, November 5, 2026, that will strengthen cooperation between the Dutch and French sides of the island and create new opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors. The agreement outlines a three (3) year partnership focused on business development, entrepreneurship, investment promotion, economic intelligence, advocacy and sustainable economic growth. The MOU was formally signed by Tamara Leonard, President of COCI, and Angèle Dormoy, President of CCISM, during an official signing ceremony attended by senior representatives of both institutions. The gathering...
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November 05, 2026 No comments
VROMI MINISTER GUMBS MEETS WITH SOLID WASTE BIDDERS
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT The Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure (VROMI), Mr. Patrice Gumbs, held a meeting with the participants that bid on the solid waste tender to discuss the evaluation process and the next steps. The meeting followed from questions raised by the bidders after receiving results from the Mercell tender software. The Minister used the opportunity to address those questions directly and to explain how the process will move forward. As stated in the Terms of Reference, “the highest-ranked compliant Bidder shall be identified as the potential contractor. Prior to award, an indemnification form shall be signed, and the contractor shall substantiate the availability of required equipment in accordance with Article 20. Failure to do so shall...
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