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New beetles discovered in the Dutch Caribbean 

Two recently published studies document 35 new beetle species for the islands of Saba and St. Eustatius.  Even with these latest additions, it is still estimated that nearly three-quarters of the beetle population is still unknown.  Beetles play a vital role in breaking down natural waste and keeping insects in …

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Saba receives 4.1 M euro EU funding to expand renewable energy

The European Commission recently adopted the Multi-annual Indicative Program for Saba, setting the joint priorities for cooperation for 2021-2027 and providing a dedicated financial envelope from the European Union (EU) budget of 4.1 million euros in the form of grants. The funding will go towards investments in renewable energy. The …

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First phase goat project sees recovery native vegetation

The first phase of the goat control project has produced tangible results. With the removal of close to 1,300 wild goats, Saba’s nature is visibly recovering thanks to the work of the invasive species hunters. Nature areas that before the goat removal project were bare, are now green with grass …

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Man arrested in Saba for growing marijuana

Officers of the Caribbean Netherlands Police Force KPCN in Saba arrested a 47-year-old man around 9:30am on Tuesday, February 22. The police said Monday that the man C. A. P. was ar­rested in connection with the cultivation of hemp plants. KPCN did not provide more details about the arrest. KPCN.

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Saba receives EU funding to expand renewable energy

The European Commission recently adopted the Multi-annual Indicative Program for Saba, setting the joint priorities for cooperation for 2021-2027 and providing a dedicated financial envelope from the European union (EU) budget of 4.1 million euros in the form of grants. The funding will go towards investments in renewable energy. The …

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First Chamber arrives on Saba

A delegation of the First Chamber of the Dutch Parliament arrived on Saba on Sunday morning, February 27. Upon their arrival from St. Maarten, the 13 Senators, who are all members of the Permanent Committee for Kingdom Relations, were met by Island Governor Jonathan Johnson, Island Secretary Tim Muller, Director …

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