The Public Entity Saba is pleased to announce upcoming improvements to Queen Wilhelmina Park, based on valuable community feedback. The following changes will be made: A new sign at the park entrance Upgrades to the gazebo Landscaping enhancements with additional plants, flowers, and trees Tree trimming Fence repairs Installation …
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A lack of competition and aging submarine cables are key factors driving the high cost of internet in the Caribbean Netherlands. This conclusion comes from a study, the findings of which were recently shared by Minister of Economic Affairs Dirk Beljaarts with the Second Chamber. The minister plans to discuss …
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Collision On Monday, the 23 rd of September, at around 9:20 PM, a single-vehicle motorcycle accident occurred on the JZ Ridge Road on Saba. Further investigation revealed that the driver lost control of the motorcycle and collided with a brick wall. As a result, he sustained injuries. The driver was taken by …
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The Saba Reach Foundation is excited to announce the acquisition of the F3 Fun Free Fitness Center in The Bottom. This acquisition is part of their ongoing dedication to fostering a healthier, more active community. As they continue to promote well-being, they are rebranding the fitness center to reflect their …
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By 2027, the Schoof cabinet anticipates spending €85 million less on the Caribbean Netherlands than the €628 million allocated for this year. This reduction is reflected in the long-term budgets of individual ministries, bringing the total expenditure back to 2023 levels. The Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport will see …
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Oliver Klokman swam around Saba in seven hours 34 minutes, Saturday, September 21. The first person to do so in more than twenty years and perhaps the first ever. Klokman, who has resided on Saba for three years and manages the Marine Research Centre whilst completing his PhD, is an …
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Members of the Island Council traveled to Bonaire in September to continue the BES Summit, a pivotal event that commenced earlier this year. The summit brought together representatives from Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba to address critical issues and collaborate on strategies to enhance the well-being of residents across the …
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The supervisory board of Mental Health Caribbean (MHC), which provides mental health services to patients in Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba, has appointed Kathelijne van den Boogert (45) as its new managing director. She will start on November 1. The first two months will be a transition period with the …
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The report from DossierKoninkrijksRelaties highlights potential austerity measures the Dutch Ministry of Finance is considering to save 150 million euros in spending on the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom of the Netherlands over the next three years. These proposals are part of a broader effort to improve public finances and …
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On Tuesday, September 10, the Caribbean Netherlands Fire Department BKCN and the Caribbean Netherlands Police Force KPCN signed an important cooperation agreement aimed at improving operational information provision and information exchange between the two emergency services. This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening the collaboration between BKCN and KPCN. The …
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