September 11, 2025 No comments
Three convicted in Gentlemen’s Club Shooting. Eight-year sentences for two
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Court of First Instance in Sint Maarten has delivered its verdict in the case surrounding the fatal shooting that took place on April 13, 2025, at the Gentlemen’s Club in Defiance. The shooting left one man dead. Two of the three defendants, A.M.E.C. and A.A.C., were both convicted of attempted manslaughter, as well as illegal firearm possession. The court rejected their claims of self-defense. Each was sentenced to 8 years imprisonment. M.S. was acquitted of attempted manslaughter. He had stated that he only fired into the air, and the case file did not contradict this statement. The video footage did not show that he fired in the direction of the victim. He was, however, convicted of...
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September 10, 2025 No comments
Sol Antilles N.V. and Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunrise Extend Breakfast Program Partnership
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Sol Antilles N.V. (Sol), the leading provider of energy solutions in St. Maarten, is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with the Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunrise. Together, they will extend their support through the 2025–2026 school year, providing breakfast to students at Leonald Conner Primary School in Cay Bay. Mr. Robert James, General Manager of Sol, expressed his delight in supporting the students of Leonald Conner Primary School, located in the Cay Bay district. “Powering what moves people is our mission, and ‘Community engagement’ is one of Sol’s core values. We look forward to continuing our support for this breakfast program. On behalf of the company, we encourage the students of Leonald Conner...
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September 10, 2025 No comments
Arrest Team carries out a Search and Arrest a 32-Year-Old. Narcotics, Money & Ammunition Confiscated
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - On the evening of Tuesday September 9, 2025, personnel of the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM), under the leadership of the Investigating Judge and the Prosecutor, carried out a search at an apartment on Bush Road. With the assistance of the KPSM Arrest Team, access was gained to the premises. During the search, officers encountered a large quantity of illegal narcotics. The suspect, with the initials R.R.J.A.L.M. (32 years old), was immediately arrested. The search further yielded a significant amount of money and ammunition. The suspect is currently being held at the Philipsburg Police Station pending further investigation. The narcotics and ammunition and money were confiscated pending further investigation KPSM emphasizes that it will continue to act...
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September 09, 2025 No comments
Governor’s address 2025 delivered on the occasion of the Opening of Parliamentary Year 2025/2026
SINT MAARTEN (HARBOUR VIEW) - Today, Tuesday, September 9, 2025, His Excellency Governor Ajamu G. Baly delivered his official address to the nation on the occasion of the Opening of the Parliamentary Year 2025/2026. In keeping with solemn tradition, this annual ceremony is held on the second Tuesday of September. Speaking on behalf of the Council of Ministers, the Governor outlined the government's vision, key priorities, and set forth the legislative agenda for the year ahead. The full text of His Excellency’s address is provided below. SPEECH Madame Chairlady, Members of Parliament, good morning, I stand before you today in my capacity as Governor in accordance with article 46 of the Constitution of St. Martin to provide you with an explanation of the policy to...
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September 09, 2025 No comments
Minister of Finance Gumbs Confirms Transfer of 2% Salary Indexation Funds for Subsidized Schools
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Minister of Finance, Marinka J. Gumbs, announces that the 2% salary indexation funds for teachers in subsidized schools have been transferred to the subsidized schools on Friday, September 5, 2025. Clarification on June Communication The Minister acknowledges that the headline of the June press release may have led to some confusion if the full content was not read in detail. To clarify, the June press release referred only to the transfer of the vacation allowance to subsidized schools, which was completed in June as stated. It did not indicate that indexation funds had been transferred. The June release also noted that civil servants would receive their indexed salaries with the July payroll. That reference did not...
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