The Public Entity Saba informs the general public that due to recent vandalism and ongoing construction in the Giles Quarter area, Black Rocks Harbor Road and Giles Quarter Trail will be fully closed effective June 16, 2025, until further notice. This closure is necessary to: Prevent unauthorized access to active construction …
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Saba hosted a productive meeting on June 11 with Dr. Vivas, PAHO Representative, to enhance public health cooperation. Discussions focused on strengthening healthcare infrastructure, promoting data-driven decision-making, and enhancing disaster resilience, with an emphasis on ensuring equitable access for small island communities. Key Highlights Introductory Session: Dr. Vivas reviewed Saba’s …
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On the morning of Wednesday June 11th, the Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard received an emergency call from the Harbor Master in Saba requesting urgent assistance for a medical situation at sea. Coast Guard crew members stationed in Saba, immediately launched their Metal Shark vessel and proceeded to the dive boat …
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Dutch military forces in the Caribbean will carry out a hurricane emergency response exercise on the Windward Islands June 14-20, working closely with local safety and emergency response partners on St. Maarten, Saba and St. Eustatius. The goal of the training is to ensure that military personnel can be deployed …
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From June 16–20, 2025, archaeological research and a heritage impact assessment will take place at the Wathey Property in The Bottom. The initiative will include detailed documentation and mapping of the historic building on the site, as well as a full archaeological survey of the 2,500-square-meter plot. The research will …
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Public Entity Saba is preparing a series of initiatives aimed at creating a more balanced, transparent, and affordable rental housing market. These efforts are designed to support both tenants and landlords by clarifying expectations, improving access, and offering support where it’s needed most. Key components include: The development of a …
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Police report of Friday, the 6th of June until Monday, the 9th of June 2025 During the evening hours of Friday, June 6, several vehicles were stopped for a traffic check on Church Street in Saba, all drivers were required to take a breathalyzer test. During the check, 11 vehicles …
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On Tuesday, June 10th, Commissioner Bruce Zagers and members of the Harbor Project Management Team, Peter Biemond and Ton van der Plas, visited a specialized hydraulic laboratory in the United Kingdom to observe critical 3D model testing for the Black Rocks Harbor development. The team assessed a meticulously scaled physical …
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The Saba Island Council and the Island Registrar are currently undertaking a working visit to the Netherlands from June 6 to June 22, 2025. This visit presents a pivotal opportunity to strengthen ties with Dutch institutions, participate in high-level conferences, and engage in specialized training sessions designed to enhance governance and …
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