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  Philipsburg, Sint Maarten -- The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) and NV GEBE engaged in open and frank discussions regarding concerns and complaints, during a meeting convened by NV GEBE The primary focus of COCI during the discussions centered on billing procedures, disconnection protocols and service to the consumer. During the meeting, N.V. GEBE provided valuable insights...

  Communities of the Dutch Caribbean are consistently complaining about the utility bills and therefore a simplified explanation is necessary. Colombian educated Certified Risk Analyst Terence Jandroep illustrates the utility bills using layman terms after conducting a historical research: The operating costs of the GEBE (SXM), WEB (Aruba, Bonaire) STUCO (Statia), SEC (Saba)  or AQUALECTRA (Curacao) consists of payroll costs, Consumption...

  SINT MAARTEN, Sucker Garden - On Tuesday morning, September 26, 2023, at approximately 09:00 AM, a serious road accident transpired on Sucker Garden Road, prompting an immediate response from the Sint Maarten Police Force. At around that time, the Police Central Dispatch received numerous calls reporting a collision between a scooter rider and a minivan. In swift response to the...

  PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten -- What are the truthful intentions of Holland wanting to bail us out of this Ennia saga instead of holding those that are responsible, responsible? What does Holland want in exchange? I’m wondering what is the value of such “generosity?” Claiming Mullet Bay for themselves? They already have the airport, the harbor, are heading towards the hospital,...

  In a united effort to enhance road safety and awareness, the Sint Maarten Police Force (KPSM) has joined forces with the “Caribbean Eagles” and “Riders on Two” Motorcycle clubs to donate motorcycle helmets to children whose parents transport them on motorcycles without proper safety gear. This collaborative initiative aims to educate the community about the critical importance of wearing...

  The Sint Maarten Police Force is currently investigating two armed robberies that occurred on the evening of September 25th, 2023, at approximately 07:40 PM. These two incidents took place in close proximity to the intersections of Crossing Well Road and Wellington Road in Cole Bay. The initial incident was reported to the Police Central Dispatch when a male victim arrived...

  The Special Operations Team of the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) l executed and coordinated several operations during the week of September 18th to September 20th, 2023. These operations were aimed at enhancing public safety and maintaining law and order within the community of Sint Maarten.  The operations encompassed various areas across the island. Key achievements of the operations include: ...

  The Special Unit Robberies of the Sint Maarten Police Force (KPSM) has been investigating a series of armed robberies that have plagued the Sint Maarten community over the past few months. These investigations have culminated in the arrest of two individuals suspected of orchestrating and participating in these criminal activities. During the third week of September 2023, KPSM officers successfully...

  Source: Dutch News Rotterdam police say they have arrested a 32-year-old man on the helipad of the Erasmus teaching hospital, following shootings and arson at the hospital and a nearby private home. They have not given any more details about the suspect but say his role in the shooting is being investigated. According to the AD, they are not looking for...

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – The Windward Islands Teachers Union (WITU) is deeply concerned about the ongoing traffic safety issues that the staff and students of Oranje Primary School face daily. The school has been grappling with these challenges for many years, and President Stuart Johnson has issued a pressing call for immediate action to ensure the safety of all...