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Heyliger-Marten: Event funding strategy must be based on growth, not blanket cuts

Economy

GREAT BAY--Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication Grisha Heyliger-Marten has made clear that Government’s approach to festival and event funding is not to reduce support across the board, but to invest strategically based on economic return, sustainability, and national value.

Tribune Editorial Staff
April 22, 2026
Infrastructure

VROMI links garbage problems to haulers, businesses and public non-compliance

GREAT BAY--Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure Patrice Gumbs has issued a renewed call for accountability from waste haulers, businesses and residents as the country continues to grapple with persistent garbage collection problems and illegal dumping across several districts.
Justice

Tackling praises responsible Carnival spirit, warns offenders will face full force of the Law

GREAT BAY--Minister of Justice Nathalie Tackling has praised the overwhelming majority of residents and visitors for celebrating Carnival 2026 responsibly and in the true spirit of the season, while making it clear that violence, disorderly conduct, and public disturbances will be met with strict enforcement as the festivities continue.
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Culture
D’Angelique Harregan is Teen Carnival Queen 2026
GREAT BAY--D’Angelique Harregan emerged victorious on Monday night in Carnival Village, outperforming four other contestants to be crowned Teen Carnival Queen 2026.
Tribune Editorial Staff
April 21, 2026
Government
PM Mercelina calls for urgent review and transparency in NV GEBE billing system
GREAT BAY--The Honorable Prime Minister of Sint Maarten, Dr. Luc Mercelina has formally addressed the Supervisory Board of NV GEBE regarding ongoing public concerns surrounding the utility company’s billing system, emphasizing the need for urgent action, transparency, and restored public trust.
Tribune Editorial Staff
April 21, 2026
Culture
Leann Richardson sweeps Senior Queen pageant, claims crown and new vehicle
GREAT BAY--Leann Richardson entered the Senior Carnival Queen Pageant on a mission, and on Monday night in Carnival Village, she accomplished it in commanding style, sweeping every judged category on her way to capturing the title of Senior Carnival Queen 2026 and driving away with a brand new vehicle courtesy of Motorworld.
April 21, 2026
Culture
SCDF: Carnival Village is safe, strong, and central to the spirit of Carnival
GREAT BAY--The St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation, SCDF, is making it clear that Carnival Village remains a safe, vibrant, and protected space at the heart of the country’s biggest annual celebration, despite recent reports and social media chatter surrounding isolated fights in the venue.
Tribune Editorial Staff
April 21, 2026
Tourism
Sonesta Maho unveils Caribbean’s first all-inclusive rooftop adventure experience
MAHO--Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, Casino & Spa has introduced the Pelican's Nest Sky Deck, a groundbreaking addition that redefines the traditional all-inclusive resort experience. Spanning 59,000 square feet, the new rooftop environment brings together entertainment, adventure and social programming in a dynamic open-air setting.
Tribune Editorial Staff
April 21, 2026
Community
Wescot-Williams: State of cleanliness on St. Maarten is becoming a disgrace
GREAT BAY--Chairlady of Parliament Sarah Wescot-Williams on Monday voiced strong concern in Parliament over the deteriorating state of cleanliness in several areas of St. Maarten, describing some locations as a “disgrace” and an “eyesore,” while warning that the situation is getting out of hand and can no longer be ignored.
Tribune Editorial Staff
April 21, 2026
Opinion
Our Beaches Are Not For Sale
April 21, 2026
A formal public response to recent public statements by MP lyndon Lewis
April 21, 2026
26 stone steps to eternity: The Colombier Heritage Village Experience
April 13, 2026
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