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Member of Parliament (MP) and Chairman of the Justice Committee Lyndon Lewis is requesting that Minister of Justice Nathalie Tackling provide a written and public update on the seizure of three firearms at Princess Juliana International Airport and explain why the passenger was released after questioning. According to the Public …

The island of Saba is taking part in the DEMA Show 2026, one of the world’s leading trade events for the diving industry, where it is showcasing its diving, natural beauty, and tourism offerings. The island’s presence carries extra weight this year. Saba has received nine awards in Scuba Diving …

The site BES Reporter announces that the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy has decided that the same company will continue to deliver mail on Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba. Minister Heleen Herbert has signed the decision granting Flamingo Express Dutch Caribbean N.V. (FXDC Post) a new ten-year concession, …

Last Tuesday, a female passenger arriving on a flight from Saba was intercepted at Princess Juliana International Airport in Sint Maarten by the Alfa Team after authorities discovered firearms in her belongings. 721news contacted the Public Prosecutor’s Office for official confirmation of the incident. In a statement to 721news, the …

Organisations involved in the Caribbean Netherlands immigration chain met on Bonaire for their annual mini conference, focusing on how to cooperate better, work smarter, and use new technology responsibly. Director-General of the Migration Chain Esther Pijs and Island Governor John Soliano attended as speakers. The event looked back on the …

Representatives of the Maritime Historical Museum Curaçao paid a visit to the Harry L. Johnson Museum during their stay on Saba, a meeting that brought two Caribbean heritage institutions closer together. Michaela Kuckelkorn and Stephan Smeets of the Maritime Historical Museum Curaçao were given a wonderful and extensive tour by …

The Public Entity Saba welcomes the announcement by ING that it will officially open its doors on Saba on November 26, 2026. This marks an important milestone in improving access to banking services for residents and businesses on the island. The Public Entity has advocated for improved access to essential …

The Island Council of Saba has unanimously approved the Island Ordinance Audit Chamber Saba and adopted the Multi-Annual Budget 2027-2031, following two days of discussions on gov­ernment performance, public finances, infrastructure and essential services. The decisions followed a Central Committee meeting on October 26 and an Island Council meeting on Octo­ber 28, …

Public Entity Saba would like to inform residents that on Saturday, November 7, 2026 there will be road closures in The Bottom from 6:30 AM until 10:00 AM for the Bizzy B 5k. The start is at 7:00 am at the S.E.C. parking lot (Saba Electric), and the kids’ run …

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