Memorial Day was observed on May 4, 2023, to honor the memory of all those who have fallen victim of war. Today marks an important day in not only Dutch history, but also in Saban history as many from the island were lost during World War II. World War II …
Read More »Speech of the acting Kingdom Representative on Memorial Day, 4 May 2023, 8:00 p.m.
Speech of the acting Kingdom Representative on Memorial Day, 4 May 2023, 8:00 p.m: Ladies and gentlemen, We have come together today to commemorate the victims of the Second World War and other conflicts and peacekeeping operations. With the theme for this year, ‘Living with war’, the National Committee for …
Read More »Participate in DCNA’s Free, Big Live Nature Quiz and Win a Sailing Trip
The Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) and its members invite all residents on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius and Sint Maarten to participate in the Big Live Nature Quiz on Saturday 13th of May, 6-7 pm. Learn more about the beautiful Dutch Caribbean nature in this free, online, live, …
Read More »Boomerang is Saba’s new circular shop in Windwardside
Boomerang, the newest storefront in Windwardside, Saba had its Grand Opening on Earth Day, April 22nd. Justin Simmons-de Jong performed the opening with the cutting of the ribbon, assisted by owners Debbie Verdult and Terri Bakker. Located on Pasture Street, inside Pete’s Cottage, the exciting new circular shop offers a …
Read More »Police report of Friday, the 28th of April until Wednesday, the 3th of May 2023
Fight leads to arrest (SABA) In the evening hours on Sunday, April 30, a 29-year-old woman with initials J.T.L. was arrested for violation of the BES Arms Act and for violently resisting an officer of the law. The suspect was involved in a brawl in English Quarter on Saba KPCN
Read More »BKCN firefighters in the spotlight on International Fire Brigade Day
While the 4th of May is National Remembrance Day it is also International Firefighters Day. On this specific day fire departments worldwide observe the work firefighters do every day and the risks they take endangering their own lives to ensure public safety. In honor of this day, there will be …
Read More »Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony, May 4th
On Thursday, May 4th 2023, the Public Entity Saba will be laying a wreath in commemoration of Memorial Day. The ceremony will be held in The Bottom at the World War II Memorial Monument. Which is located at the corner of the road which leads to Fort Bay. At 2:00 …
Read More »Vegetation survey using drone from May 2nd — 11th
The Public Entity Saba will carry out a baseline vegetation survey as part of its reforestation project. The survey will be carried out from May 2nd — 11th and will be done with the use of a drone and multispectral camera for capturing vegetation on a detailed level. The aim …
Read More »Career and Education Fair for Students
This past week, the students of both the Sacred Heart School and the Saba Comprehensive School had the amazing pleasure to participate in a multi-day career fair, giving the students an opportunity to explore different career paths and broaden their horizons about what they might want to do in the …
Read More »Saba received a new fire truck
The Saba Fire Department on Wednesday, April 26th, unveiled the newest fire truck added to its fleet. The new fire truck will go into service starting immediately. The truck, manufactured by Wiss from Poland, is a significant upgrade from the other trucks currently in the fleet. Island Governor Johnathan Johnson …
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