A series of targeted operations were carried out by police in the past week.

PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten Police Force KPSM has intensified its efforts to combat illegal firearm possession and drug-related offences in key areas across the island. This move has resulted in multiple arrests.

Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs.

PHILIPSBURG--Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs in conjunction with Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication (TEATT) Grisha Heyliger-Martin, will be exploring the possibilities of implementing “overflight fees” – charging airlines and operators that use the country’s airspace – as a potential revenue stream for the country.

Governor Ajamu Baly delivering his New Year’s speech.

HARBOUR VIEW--For the future of St. Maarten to be bright, the country has to set its children on the right path today.

Dashaun Prince

PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation (SCDF) has selected dancer, model and dance teacher Dashaun Prince (26) to represent St. Maarten in the upcoming Carnival Caribbean Queen Pageant.

Representatives from the Coast Guard, local marinas, maritime personnel and the Tourism Bureau convened at the Philipsburg Police station to discuss safety strategies.

PHILIPSBURG--St. Maarten Police Force KPSM convened a critical stakeholder meeting on January 7, at the Philipsburg Police Station to address growing maritime security concerns.