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Princess Juliana International Airport Honors Seniors with Special Movie Night for Valentines Day
Picturec From left to right: Michael Gumbs, Cassie Schoutens, Keith Franca, Shudeiska Priest, Connaly Conner and Michael Ferrier. Simpson Bay, St. Maarten, February 16th, 2026 — Princess Juliana International Airport Operating Company (PJIAE) hosted a special Seniors...
Freegan Food Foundation Must Vacate Headquarters by July — Community Support Needed
Freegan Food Foundation Must Vacate Headquarters by July — Community Support Needed St. Maarten — Just weeks before the holiday season, the Freegan Food Foundation received formal notice from its landlord, Mr. Thompson of WIFOL, that the lease for FREEGAN HQ will not...
Inspiring Meeting Between Freegan Food Foundation and Food Banks Netherlands Opens Door to Future Collaboration
Sint Maarten / The Netherlands – Joost and DJ of the Freegan Food Foundation recently held an inspiring and constructive meeting with Voedselbanken Nederland, represented by Chairman Jan Mols and Treasurer Geert Gerritse. The meeting was made possible through the...
Princess Juliana International Airport Records Strong Passenger Growth in2025
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten, February 10th, 2026 — Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM Airport) has reported a solid increase in passenger traffic for 2025, underscoring the airport’s continued recovery and its important role as a leading regional aviation...
Employer Council Calls for Inclusive and Transparent Process in National Economic Strategy Development
Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – February 2, 2026 – The Employer Council of Sint Maarten (ECSM), which represents the majority of private sector employers through its member associations, including the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), the Indian...
Orco Bank Enhances Customer Convenience with 24/7 ATM Installation at Maho Hotel Lobby
Philipsburg, February 2nd, 2026. Orco Bank proudly announces the installation of its latest 24/7 ATM at the Maho Hotel Lobby in Sint Maarten.This new addition underscores the Bank’s continued efforts to make banking more convenient and accessible for customers across...
Successful FREEGAN Fundraiser at Pand Pannenkoek Schalkwijk Raises Over €1,200 for Food Security
Schalkwijk, 30-01-26 — Friday night, a vibrant fundraising event took place at Pand Pannenkoek Schalkwijk in support of Freegan Food Foundation. Together with the Dramaqueens, FREEGAN hosted an evening filled with music, dancing, laughter, and meaningful connection....
Orco Bank Named #2 Best Bank on Sint Maarten
Philipsburg, January 30th, 2026. Orco Bank is proud and honored to announce that it has been named #2 Best Bank on Sint Maarten, a recognition made possible through the support and votes of its valued customers and the wider community.This achievement reflects the...
Princess Juliana International Airport Michael Peters as Operations Director
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten January 23rd, 2026 – Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Peters as Operations Director, effective immediately. A proud son of St. Maarten, Mr. Peters brings more than a decade of...
SHTA, NIA, Amstel Bright Launch Annual 2026 Calendar at D’s Beach Bar
Last week Thursday, D’s Beach Bar formed the backdrop for the launch of the 2026 St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) Annual Events Calendar. The “Cultural Icon,” National Institute of the Arts (NIA), was officially presented with the calendar by...
SXM DOET Website Is Live!
“Organizations Invited to Register Projects for 2026” Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – The SXM DOET website is officially live, marking the start of preparations for the largest volunteer event of 2026. Organizations across Sint Maarten are now invited to register their...
Looking Back on a Meaningful December: Supporting Seniors in Sint Maarten
Philipsburg, January 16th, 2026. As the year came to a close, Orco Bank proudly reflected on the meaningful moments shared during the annual End of Year Dinner and Party for Seniors in Sint Maarten, organized by the Helping Hands Foundation. The event brought together...
Anguilla, Saba, and Statia to Host “Meet the Neighbors” SMART Program
Anguilla, Saba, and Statia (St. Eustatius) will be the official host destinations of the “Meet the Neighbors” program in the 18th St. Maarten / St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART). This was announced today by the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade...
Sint Maarten Marine Trades Association Celebrates a Successful Crew Year’s Eve 2026
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten – The Sint Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA), in collaboration with the Simpson Bay Fireworks Association, is pleased to reflect on the successful execution of Crew Year’s Eve 2026, held on Friday, January 9, in Simpson Bay. Crew...
Tourism Partners Collaborate to Improve Villa & Condo Data with “Lighthouse”
On the initiative of the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA), several island tourism partners have jointly purchased the Lighthouse tourism intelligence platform in conjunction. This online application actively monitors independent vacation rental...
Reggae Fever: 27th Annual Tribute to Bob Marley
Date: February 6, 2026Time: 9:00 PMLocation: Soggy Dollar Bar, St. Maarten St. Maarten will come alive with the heartbeat of reggae as we celebrate the 27th Annual Tribute to Bob Marley on his earth strong day, February 6. This year’s event, Reggae Fever, honors the...
Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) Announces Presence at SMART 2026
The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) this week announced its participation in the June 22–26, 2026 St. Maarten / St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART). As with the 2025 edition, the regional tourism federation will have a prominent presence at...
Sint Maarten Marine Trades Association Announces Crew Year’s Eve 2026 Celebration on Friday January 9
January 6, 2026 - Simpson Bay, St. Maarten – The Sint Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA), in collaboration with the Simpson Bay Fireworks Association, is pleased to announce the return of Crew Year’s Eve, set to take place on Friday, January 9, 2026. Crew...