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Telem recognised for support of Oswald Francis children’s book
Victorious Living Publishing says Telem’s September 2026 support helped distribute Oswald Francis’ book to schools and institutions.
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Science Week 2027 set for 8–13 March
Ten high schools have expressed preliminary interest in Science Week 2027, the St. Maarten Science Fair Foundation said.
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MP Dimar Labega meets CFY students at USM
MP Dimar Labega spoke with University of St. Martin Caribbean Foundation Year students on Wednesday 28 October.
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Ponum dance to feature at California dance therapy conference
Clara Reyes and Jonathan van Arneman will present Sint Maarten’s Ponum dance as a case study at a California conference.
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Dutch House majority backs limits on generative AI in primary schools
A Dutch parliamentary motion backed by 88 lawmakers calls for limits on primary pupils’ use of generative AI tools.
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PAHO and VSA revise Sint Maarten laboratory policy framework
PAHO/WHO says it supported VSA’s review of Sint Maarten’s laboratory policy, producing a framework for proposed revisions.
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Government congratulates Doris Olive Hodge-Wilson on 105th birthday
The Government of Sint Maarten said Minister Claret Connor congratulated Doris Olive Hodge-Wilson as she marked her 105th birthday.
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Sint Maarten practitioners to speak at Caribbean Griefology Conference in Barbados
Dr. Nicole E. Francis Cotton and Roy Cotton, Jr. are due to speak at the Caribbean Griefology Conference in Barbados from 12 to 15 November.
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FREEGAN plans Family Fun Day in Philipsburg on 31 October
FREEGAN foundation says its free Family Fun Day will run from 9am to noon on Saturday 31 October in Philipsburg.
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JCI Dutch Caribbean convention installs 2027 board after Sint Maarten event
JCI Dutch Caribbean said its convention ended on Saturday 24 October with a new 2027 board, awards and youth speaking contest.
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Anguilla names culinary team for Taste of the Caribbean in Barbados
Anguilla has named seven chefs for Taste of the Caribbean, scheduled for 16 to 19 November at a Barbados resort.
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St. Eustatius plans reburial for 69 Afrikan ancestors on 13 November
St. Eustatius organisers plan to rebury the remains of 69 Afrikan ancestors in 66 caskets on Friday 13 November, with a public procession.
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FAO and Dominica ministry train 30 people in greenhouse production
On Tuesday 27 October, 30 people in Dominica received FAO training on greenhouse design, management and production inputs.
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Heyliger-Marten asks businesses to decorate for St. Martin Day and Christmas
TEATT Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten asked businesses on Wednesday 28 October to display island colours and decorate for the holidays.
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SXM Festival names 31 artists for 2027 anniversary edition
SXM Festival organisers have announced 31 artists for the event’s 10th edition, scheduled across Sint Maarten and Saint-Martin from 17 to 21 March 2027.
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T-MO tribute concert set for ALEEZE on 7 November
Xtratight Entertainment says it will honour T-MO at a LEGACY concert in Madame Estate on Saturday 7 November.
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DUO and OCW-CG to hold Bonaire information evening on state exams
DUO and OCW-CG will explain Dutch secondary state exams on Bonaire at Liseo Boneriano on Thursday 5 November.
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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.
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St. Maarten-St. Martin team named for Taste of the Caribbean contest
SHTA named four competitors and coach Renata de Weever for the mid-November Taste of the Caribbean contest in Barbados.
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NAGICO sets Health & Wellness Fair for 14 November
NAGICO Insurances says its Health & Wellness Fair will return on Saturday 14 November at Erwin (Baco) Richardson Little League Stadium.
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WIB gives Cg 5,000 to breast cancer foundations
Windward Islands Bank donated Cg 5,000 to the Positive Foundation and Elektralyets Foundation for breast cancer awareness and support.
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DJ Outkast performs at World Creole Music Festival in Dominica
DJ Outkast made his first appearance at Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival on Sunday 25 October, marking 30 years as a DJ.
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Women’s Caucus of The Parliament holds breast cancer awareness session
The Women’s Caucus of The Parliament held a breast cancer awareness session for female MPs and staff on Friday 23 October.
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Cpost International releases Curaçao traditional attire stamp series
Cpost International has released a Curaçao stamp series designed by Andre van Hoop featuring traditional women’s and men’s dress.
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Gumbs says several community courts may reopen by 30 October
Education Minister Melissa Gumbs says several community courts may reopen by Friday 30 October, but the sites and number remain unconfirmed.
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Dutch ministry awards €50,000 for Kingdom Relations Knowledge Centre
The Dutch Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations has awarded €50,000 to support a Knowledge Centre due to open in The Hague in September 2027.
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Statia students collect water samples for agricultural monitoring study
Students in the NCF Empowerment Programme sampled four Statia water sources on 23 October for a baseline study linked to agriculture.
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Antigua wins seventh straight Nations Cup at Caribbean Dinghy Championship
Antigua won its seventh straight Nations Cup as nearly 70 sailors raced in the 30th Caribbean Dinghy Championship in Simpson Bay.
