GREAT BAY--The World Bank’s placement of St. Maarten in its high-income economy grouping was somewhat odd to the public and, as expected, it resulted in some misinterpretations, which is a response the World Bank is quite used to in every country where it issues this distinction. Mainly because some people are interpreting the classification as a statement about their personal salaries.

GREAT BAY--The Windward Islands Teachers’ Union (WITU) has cautioned against linking school grooming policies to reductions in government subsidies, arguing that concerns about possible discrimination should be addressed through evidence, consultation, due process and the appropriate legal channels.

GREAT BAY, St. Maarten--Curaçao and Nicaragua remained unbeaten, while host St. Maarten collected its first victory as play continued in the 2026 Latin America & Caribbean Junior League Baseball Tournament at the Erwin “Baco” Richardson Little League Stadium.

GREAT BAY--The St. Maarten Volleyball Association, SIMVA, has congratulated six members who recently earned national and international certifications in beach volleyball officiating and coaching.

GREAT BAY--Both St. Maarten and Saint Martin have been classified as high-income economies by the World Bank for its 2027 fiscal year, placing both sides of the island in the institution’s highest income category.

SIMPSON BAY--Registration has officially opened for the 47th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, scheduled for March 4 to 7, 2027.