At this point focus needs to be on a way forward. The struggle between the private sector and the public sector needs to stop, and cooperation should be the way forward. So why not, at this point have some real democratic participation. Now, after 10 months, with our 3rd COM post Irma. It is time to let the private sector and the population have some real input. Allow everyone the opportunity to contribute their time and expertise. We don’t need foreign consultants and foreign politicians to tell us what to do. Together, with government, the private sector can set some…
Author: The Publisher
COLE BAY — In an interview with StMaartenNews.com, well-known real estate agent, Arun Jagtiani, founder, owner and broker of Island Real Estate Team lamented the present status of backlogs at the Kadaster in processing deed registrations. A process that normally takes 24-48 hours went to 2-3 days – which was still acceptable – but what is now taking 3-5 weeks and in some cases months, which is unacceptable for clients. Jagtiani issued a statement wherein he calls on government to urgently resolve the problems at the Kadaster post-haste. In a press statement Jagtiani wrote: “I have complete confidence in the…
St. Peters, St. Martin (July 25, 2018)—The “sports and academic support program” United Academy will host a “mix and mingle” on Friday, July 27, at SoIL to introduce its program, “geared at student athletes,” and its school vacation camp, said organizer and educator Rhoda Arrindell. The United Academy will be headquartered at Source of Inspiration and Learning (SoIL) café at #1 Alamanda Drive/LB Scot Road, Betty’s Estate. “Friday’s social mixer, from 5 – 8 PM, is open to people interested in the combined academic and athletic development of our young and aspiring athletes, and this first one is specifically geared toward a discussion of improving students’ opportunities…
PHILIPSBURG — Grace Hill Bible University (GHBU) SXM Campus will be hosting an Orientation Night on Thursday July 26 at 7:00 pm at Heaven’s Touch International Church in Hope Estate, opposite the SOL Service Station in Suckergarden. The 12 year old Biblical training institution is headquartered in New Jersey and is accredited by the Global Accreditation Association for Biblical Institutions. Dean of SXM Campus, Dr. Orlando Wilson said that the school has consistently produced highly qualified, employable and passionate people in the areas of Christian Education, Theology and Counseling. “Persons interested in further advancing their studies or those who want…
~ STA Foundation responds to concerns on STA draft law ~ Philipsburg — The Board of the STA foundation has taken note of the published concerns of the owners of the Oyster Bay Beach Resort, a resort represented by both the SHTA and SMTA, and is hereby offering clarity on the matter. The present STA foundation was established in 2014 with the goal of executing tourism policy and destination marketing, thus basically duplicating the efforts of the Tourist Office. After the appointment of the current board in 2017, the statutes were changed to no longer duplicate efforts of the Tourist…
PORT ST. MAARTEN – On Tuesday, July 24, Port St. Maarten Management and Staff laid a wreath at the statue of the late Dr. Claude Wathey in front of the Cruise Terminal Building on the occasion of his 92nd birthday. The vision of Port St. Maarten is to lead in the Caribbean through quality service and operational excellence while providing a safe and secure environment for the ports customers and the people of the country, and the construction of a modern-day seaport was one of the visions of the late Dr. Wathey. The country’s seaport – Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise…
PHILIPSBURG – St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) Executive Director Anastacio Baker, says COCI will introduce a ‘business orientation program’ in July. According to Baker, staff at COCI will be assisting new entrepreneurs by orienting them with the process of registering their new business with the various government and non-government entities to ensure that you meet all your obligations according to the laws of the country. Key government entities are COCI, the Tax Inspectorate, and SZV Social and Health Insurances. Stanley Lint, President of the Board of COCI, said the orientation program is to facilitate new businesses with…
PHILIPSBURG — The Court of First Instance has sided with the Public Prosecutor’s Office on keeping Police Officer J.L.V.G. (42) in custody for 60 additional days as a suspect in the WHALE investigation. J.L.V.G. is suspected of being bribed, forging documents and breach of confidentiality. Two more suspects were arrested and heard by the National Detectives, while more arrests will be made and more witnesses will be heard as this investigation which is in full swing continues. This investigation is led by the National Detectives and overseen by the Public Prosecutor’s Office. The suspect is in restrictive custody, which means…
PHILIPSBURG — On Monday, July 23rd, Member of Parliament, Mr. Claude Chacho Peterson and Faction Staff Mr. Benjamin Bell, representing the SMCP faction within the coalition, met with the Secretary-General of the St. Maarten Social Economic Council (SER), Mr. Gerard Richardson to receive a presentation at the request of the MP. The presentation outlined the history, the role, the services and the reports of the SER, which is one of the permanent advisory councils entrusted with strengthening St. Maarten’s Trias Politica system of Government. MP Peterson brought up the topic of the high remuneration of the Board, as this had…
Philipsburg — All recently appointed Ministers have complied with Article 53 of the National Ordinance on Registration and Finances of Political Parties within 30 days of their appointment. By signing the declaration, the Ministers have declared that they are cognizant of the provisions laid down in the National Ordinance on Registration and Finances of Political Parties and that they have not acted in contravention of said provisions during the election campaign for the Parliamentary elections held on February 26th, 2018. Due to travel commitments, the Prime-Minister, Mrs. Leona Marlin-Romeo, and the Minister of Justice, Mr. Cornelius de Weever, signed said…
