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The future of Mullet Bay

By Hilbert Haar Once upon a time, former parliamentarian Rolando Brison wanted to “give Mullet Bay back to the people.” Nothing More...

MP Omar E.C. Ottley Calls Out Hypocrisy in Favouring Wealthy Over Vulnerable Citizens

PHILIPSBURG – Leader of the United People’s Party (UP) and Member of Parliament, Hon. Omar E.C. Ottley, has criticized “politicians More...

Prudential Tax Services Secures Landmark Win for Client in Complex Aruba Tax Case

PHILIPSBURG/ORANJESTAD — Prudential Tax Services and its team of associates have achieved a significant victory on behalf of More...

Approval of Ennia-solution does not make everybody happy

By Hilbert Haar PHILIPSBURG — The parliament of St. Maarten approved the solution for the Ennia group of companies in October More...

Another illegal sale of Mullet Bay

Dear Editor, I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of serious concern regarding what will be another illegal sale of Mullet More...

Building Financial Resilience: MP Ardwell Irion Encourages Full Community Participation in Financial Literacy Month

GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten— November marks the second annual Financial Literacy Month in Sint Maarten, a time dedicated to equipping More...

Parliament Unanimously Approves MP Egbert Doran’s Motion to Increase Funeral Assistance for Civil Servants

In a great show of compassion, the Parliament of Sint Maarten unanimously passed a motion put forth by MP Egbert Doran to increase More...

Crime fund Motion unanimously approved

~ Members of Parliament Sjamira Roseburg and Ardwell Irion Call for Comprehensive Crime Prevention Policy ~ PHILIPSBURG – Members More...

Stability is what we need now

Today, August 22, 2024, we witness the signing of a letter of intent by a new coalition to govern our beloved Country of St. Maarten. This marks yet another chapter in our political More...

Industry standards be damned!

Utilities company NV GEBE had to do something quick to answer to the growing frustration about the power cuts that have been plaguing everybody’s life on St. Maarten these More...

A painful omission

Editorial Yes, we missed it too, but an alert by Renate and Denicio Brison pointed our noses on to the facts: the national decree announcing elections for August 19 contains More...

Community Investment Fund

~ Establishing a Community Investment Fund to Support Local Businesses: A Path to Sustainable Growth for St. Maarten ~ In recent weeks, the potential closure of Carl & Sons More...

Creating a new tourism destination concept

By Cdr. Bud Slabbaert What would happen if an entire tourism destination was dedicated to expressing tourism legacy in a new way? Wanting to explore the potential for developing More...

The future of Mullet Bay

By Hilbert Haar Once upon a time, former parliamentarian Rolando Brison wanted to “give Mullet Bay back to the people.” More...

Local Shareholders Will Be Winair’s Best Customers!

~ Unpaid Advice to Government About Winair From Local Aviation and Travel Specialist, Terrance Rey ~ The recent More...

The future of Mullet Bay

By Hilbert Haar Once upon a time, former parliamentarian Rolando Brison wanted to “give Mullet Bay...

Prudential Tax Services Secures Landmark Win for Client in Complex Aruba Tax Case

PHILIPSBURG/ORANJESTAD — Prudential Tax Services and its team of associates have achieved a significant victory on...

Approval of Ennia-solution does not make everybody happy

By Hilbert Haar PHILIPSBURG — The parliament of St. Maarten approved the solution for the Ennia...

Leaders Must Focus on the People’s Struggles, Not Power Struggles

~ MP Ludmila De Weever’s Candid Speech on Party Leadership and Policy Recommendations ~ PHILIPSBURG – In More...

“Governor Baly appoints Mr. L.F.E. Mercelina as Formateur”

HARBOUR VIEW, PHILIPSBURG — Considering the results of the August 19, 2024, elections, consultations held with the political leaders of all..

Who will be minister of what?

Speculation is rampant about who will be ministers of which ministries. Initially it was expected that an information and a formation..

Another illegal sale of Mullet Bay

Dear Editor, I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of serious concern regarding what will be another More...

ABUSE OF POWER?

By Richard Gibson Sr. To determine whether a system is democratic, several key components must be present: the existence of free..

Protecting the Environment is Critical to Reigniting Agriculture on St. Maarten

Dear Editor, In light of the renewed emphasis on reigniting agriculture on the island, it is important to also realize that..

Parliament Unanimously Approves MP Egbert Doran’s Motion to Increase Funeral Assistance for Civil Servants

In a great show of compassion, the Parliament of Sint Maarten unanimously passed a motion put forth by MP Egbert Doran..

MP Omar E.C. Ottley Calls Out Hypocrisy in Favouring Wealthy Over Vulnerable Citizens

PHILIPSBURG – Leader of the United People’s Party (UP) and Member of Parliament, Hon. Omar E.C. Ottley, has criticized “politicians who..

The future of Mullet Bay

By Hilbert Haar Once upon a time, former parliamentarian Rolando Brison wanted to “give Mullet Bay back to the people.” Nothing..
 

Approval of Ennia-solution does not make everybody happy

By Hilbert Haar PHILIPSBURG — The parliament of St. Maarten approved the solution for the Ennia group of companies in October..

Can the Government Guarantee ENNIA Pension Fund Recovery?

~ And what are the implications of moral hazard? ~ By Terrance Rey The question of whether the government can guarantee..

The Predicaments of Raising Tourism Taxes

Whereas the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) supports some important steps made recently by the government of St. Maarten,..
 

The future of Mullet Bay

By Hilbert Haar Once upon a time, former parliamentarian Rolando Brison wanted to “give Mullet Bay back to the people.” Nothing..

Cusha Cartoons book in production

Dear reader, Welcome to this page where I will be compiling the best of the satirical cartoons we have published over..

Luciano Homemade Gelato: A Taste of The Netherlands in St. Maarten

PHILIPSBURG — Luciano Homemade Gelato, a renowned name with 15 locations in the Netherlands and 2 in Bonaire, has recently opened..