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Calypsonians to clash on Saturday in the Nagico Senior Calypso Eliminations

MADAME ESTATE--The stage is set for an exciting night of lyrical rivalry and Calypso entertainment as 19 performers prepare to compete in the Nagico Senior Calypso Eliminations 2026 this Saturday, March 21, at the Aleeze Convention Center. Showtime begins promptly at 8:00 p.m.

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Audit Chamber report shows challenges Facing Statistics Dept, reliability of numbers

GREAT BAY--The General Audit Chamber has published its report, Audit into the Reliability of Statistics, concluding that the Department of Statistics (STAT) is operating in an environment that does not adequately support the consistent production of reliable national statistics.

Bankers Association financially support National Athletics Team with $5,000

CAY HILL--The Bankers Association of St. Maarten has stepped forward with a significant financial contribution to support the country’s National Athletics Team, following a recent appeal for urgent funding ahead of the upcoming CARIFTA Games in Grenada.

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Port St. Maarten records 2,377 vehicle imports in 2025

GREAT BAY--Automobiles remained a dominant category in Port St. Maarten’s cargo traffic during 2025, with 2,377 vehicles imported between January 1 and December 31, according to cargo figures comparing 2025 with the same period in 2024.

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Kadaster St. Maarten and Aruba formalise cooperation in geospatial development

ORANJESTAD, Aruba--Kadaster St. Maarten and DLV/Kadaster Aruba have formalized a significant step forward in regional collaboration with the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) focused on strengthening cooperation in cadastral management and geospatial development across the Caribbean.

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Snap survey finds tax confusion, surprise bills fuel public frustration

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Mercelina eyes traffic overhaul as congestion pressure grows

GREAT BAY--Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina on Wednesday addressed the growing traffic challenges facing St. Maarten, pointing to a combination of population density, tourism activity, road network limitations, and the number of vehicles on the island as major factors behind daily congestion.

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PM: It is reasonable to reassess if the Monetary Union remains viable

GREAT BAY--Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has reaffirmed St. Maarten’s commitment to the Central Bank of Curaçao and St. Maarten (CBCS), while stressing that the future of the monetary union must always be guided by fairness, mutual respect, balanced representation, and the best interests of the people of St. Maarten.

Disaster Reserve Fund at center of new St. Maarten-World Bank SPEAR project

GREAT BAY--The establishment of a Disaster Reserve Fund (DRF) is a central feature of a newly approved project between the Government of St. Maarten and the World Bank aimed at protecting the country against future shocks while strengthening the long-term impact of Trust Fund investments.

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Opinion

Aruba’s Status Aparte: 40 Years After - Part 1: Historical Background

What Should St. Maarten’s National Sports Identity Be?

Why has MP Raeyhon Peterson not yet resigned?

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Cannabis plan meets wall of questions in Parliament

MP Irion warns outdoor-only cannabis model will not get his support, but research challenges indoor profit claims

Native Nations to Parliament: Regulation, not prohibition, is the way forward on cannabis

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