Dear Sir, Can you imagine that you were in charge of the government of a small island where 15% of the economy was attributable to the yachting sector, this sector had significant competition, and the island was hit by a hurricane that was stronger than any hurricane that hit any global yachting destination ever in the history of the world? What would you do to minimize the damage and optimize the industry’s contribution to the economy in the short term? Let’s imagine there were huge damages to the boats and many were under water, docks were damaged and if the…
Author: The Publisher
Christian President, alternative candidate for true leadership “ST MAARTEN, like you, I share the same sentiments time and time again. We are continuously being begged for our support during elections and once given the opportunity to represent us in government, our elected officials create amongst themselves a state of chaos and demonstrate incompetence. We, the people, suffer the consequences”. This opening statement, written by Christian President, characterizes him as a man passionate about his country and explains his reason for entering politics and making himself the alternative candidate for the true leadership that St. Maarten so desperately needs. The Sint…
Philipsburg – Ten hours of reading, sharing of literary works and networking proved that the “Engage in Literature Read-a-thon” was indeed more than just a read-a-thon. Last week (December 9th) the Engage foundation hosted their first annual read-a-thon in benefit of the Philipsburg Jubilee Library. Close to fifty persons attended the event at the Coffee Lounge on Front Street. “Without the support of all who attended and that of our corporate sponsors, SZV, Motorworld Group of Companies and CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank, the event would not have been the success that it was. We are so proud, and so should…
Photo caption: After a long summer break which included the passing of hurricane Irma and the aftermath thereof, the Philipsburg Community Brass Band was once again back at the St. Simon & St. Jude Anglican Church in Philipsburg for their monthly rendition of instrumental songs. This time the brass band brought songs with Christmas cheer to the church. Photo provided.
The concept of a Democratic system of government and the Trias Politica philosophy is quite old. The term “Trias Politica” or “Separation of powers” is widely acknowledged to be linked to Montesquieu, author of the popular work “The Spirit of Laws” (1748). The work combined his knowledge of law, history, economics, geography and political theory. Montesquieu was however not the first to write or talk about separating powers from ruling classes and politicians. The main objective of this doctrine is to prevent the abuse of power within different spheres of government. Historically the powers were separated to avoid people in…
PHILIPSBURG — The Legal Review Committee is a group of 5 lawyers who will be providing you the reader with objective, non-partisan and informative articles concerning legal matters. The information is based on the law and legal research and of a legal academic nature for the purpose of informing the public. This Committee aims to educate and enlighten the general population on the legal system governing the current issues and in so doing equip the public with the information needed to be able to discuss topics in a well-informed manner. The lawyers who will be writing these articles on a…
PHILIPSBURG — “So they called me into the building and said ‘Mr. Fleming, welcome to the Board Of Directors of the Chamber Of Commerce’. WHAT??” wrote an incredulous Bertaux Fleming aka “Mr. Rude”, promoter of such events as Night of the Hitmakers. “I must express extreme gratitude to all 101 persons that came out and voted me into this position. Thank You! You now have a voice in the Chamber Of Commerce! To my team, family, friends and all the people that supported me during this endeavor and believe in what I stand for, you are the backbone of my…
Harbour View – On Friday, December 15, 2017, the Governor of Sint Maarten, His Excellency drs. E.B. Holiday, met with and received an update from formateur Mr. Franklin Meyers on the progress regarding the pending points of the formation. Considering that the background screening of candidate ministers is still ongoing the formateur therefore requested a further extension of his commission to form a new government. Governor Holiday as a result and having assessed the situation extended the commission for Mr. Meyers to present him the final report of the formation process by December 22, 2017.
PHILIPSBURG – The Common Court of Justice is in recess during the holiday season from December 18 to January 5. There will be no court sessions in the Court in first Instance and in the appeals court during this period, with the exCeption of summary proceedings and some planned sessions. The counter of the courthouse remains however open, but not on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
Philipsburg — The statement by the VROMI Minister, Honorable Christopher Emmanuel, regarding the landfill and his solution for this public hazard, has done nothing to convince the public that all is well with the umpteen plan for a Waste to Energy plant on St. Maarten. This plan should allegedly also include the clearing of the dump site in the Salt Pond.
