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Turbidity Levels Monitored at Black Rocks Harbor Project
Turbidity levels around the Black Rocks Harbor Project are being closely monitored after cloudy water was observed in the area last week. Public Entity Saba (PES) says it recognizes the community’s concern for the island’s fragile marine environment and is providing clarity on the cause of the turbidity and the …
Read More »Extension of purchasing power measures and increase in reimbursement for babies in childcare
The cabinet has decided to extend the measures aimed at improving purchasing power and livelihood security in Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba by one year. For this purpose, €11 million will be allocated in 2027. In addition, €30 million will be made structurally available for livelihood security based on the …
Read More »Director General Wolfensberger visits Saba
On March 24 and 25, Director-General for Kingdom Relations, Barbera Wolfensberger, visited Saba, with meetings focused on major development projects on the island. The visit commenced with a tour of the solar panel park, highlighting the importance of ensuring affordable and sustainable energy for all residents of Saba. Wolfensberger then …
Read More »Saba hosts regional training for a healthier, more active generation
Saba government’s Department of Public Health and Sports, in collaboration with Stichting EGO, organised a three-day regional training session last week for professionals from Saba, St. Maarten, and St. Eustatius. The training was conducted on behalf of the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport VWS. The three-day gathering was …
Read More »DUI arrest on Saba following car crash
A 55-year-old man was arrested on Friday evening for driving under the influence of alcohol following a collision on Lambert Hassell Road. The incident occurred around 6:40pm and involved two vehicles. In line with the “botsen is blazed’ policy, both drivers were subjected to a breathalyser test at the scene. …
Read More »House of Representatives: 4.4 million to ease energy costs for BES residents
Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties reported the following: The House of Representatives today allocated 2.2 million euros to mitigate the increase in electricity tariffs in the Caribbean implemented as of January 1. An amendment submitted to this effect by Don Ceder (ChristenUnie) received support from a parliamentary majority. Energy companies were forced to …
Read More »Create & Learn Inspires Creativity Ahead of April ArtFest
The Sea & Learn Foundation’s Create & Learn program continues to spark creativity on Saba, recently hosting four inspiring workshops in February and preparing for more hands-on artistic experiences during ArtFest in April. Aligned with the Critter Quest biodiversity project, February’s sessions invited participants to explore nature through art. One …
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