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TEATT Minister plans talks with ATV operators on road safety
TEATT Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten said on Wednesday 28 October that ATV operators will be consulted on road use and safety.
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Everything we published that day, by section. Times are island time (AST).
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Nature Foundation supports terrestrial park proposal after 17 hectares returned
The Nature Foundation said it supports a proposed terrestrial park on about 17 hectares of returned Cul-de-Sac land.
Official
APS presents proposed 2027 budget to Finance Minister
The Government of Sint Maarten said APS management and its board presented their proposed 2027 budget to the Finance Minister on Thursday 22 October.
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Bahamas reparations committee seeks apology after King Charles slavery remarks
The Bahamas National Reparations Committee said King Charles III’s remarks in Nassau did not meet its call for a formal apology and reparatory action.
Crime & Court
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KPSM warns against egg throwing before Halloween weekend
Government of Sint Maarten says KPSM warned students, parents and guardians against egg throwing before Halloween weekend.
Business
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Heyliger-Marten announces studies on business finance and supermarket prices
TEATT Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten said on Wednesday 28 October that two studies will examine business financing and supermarket prices.
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Marco Aalbers publishes English-language Sint Maarten tax guide
Tax specialist Marco Aalbers has released an English-language guide to Sint Maarten tax law, now sold at Van Dorp in Simpson Bay.
Community
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STENAPA starts seawater tank work for marine laboratory expansion
STENAPA is expanding its marine laboratory in St. Eustatius to support its long-spined sea urchin restoration project.
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APS to hold third Walkathon on 28 November
APS will hold its third Walkathon in Cole Bay on Saturday 28 November, offering a free lagoon route for registered participants.
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SMAF holds nutrition workshop ahead of OECS swimming championships
The Sint Maarten Aquatic Federation held a nutrition workshop for athletes and parents before the OECS Swimming Championships in Saint Lucia.
