On Thursday, January 30, 2025, a delegation from De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) visited Saba to continue the ongoing dialogue on the historical legacy of the transatlantic slave trade, its modern implications, and collaborative initiatives aimed at fostering awareness and historical justice. The delegation included Cindy van Oorschot, Executive Board Member …
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The Public Entity Saba’s (PES) marked a milestone for the reforestation project by planting its first tree saplings at the inaugural reforestation site near S Corner along Fort Bay Road. Commissioner Bruce Zagers, who holds the portfolio for this project, had the honor of planting the first sapling. He was …
Read More »Scheduled traffic check On Monday, the 27th of January, between 3 PM and 4 PM, a scheduled traffic check was held on the Samuel A. Charles Street on Saba. A total of 10 vehicles were checked during which 5 fines were issued. The fines were as follows: 3x for driving …
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The Department of Culture invites you to share your thoughts and suggestions about Saba Carnival/Saba Summer Festival. Help shape the future of one of Saba’s biggest festivals! What do you want to see at the next celebration? More cultural events? Bigger fetes? A new parade schedule? Let your voice be …
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In 2024, the Dutch Caribbean islands experienced their warmest year on record. According to the latest report, The State of Our Climate, published today by KNMI, the average annual temperature reached 28.4°C on Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius, and Saba, and 29.1°C on Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. The combination of higher …
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The official start of the two-year police training for eleven new aspiring officers of the Caribbean Netherlands Police Force KPCN and seven aspiring officers of the St. Maarten Police Force KPSM, took place on St. Maarten, on Monday, January 27, according to a press release from the KPCN. During a …
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As of today, cultural organisations and creators on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius and Sint Maarten can visit rijkscultuurfondsen.org. This new website serves as a clear and accessible guide to the six rijkscultuurfondsen, where grant opportunities can be found. Why rijkscultuurfondsen.org? The website was created in consultation with cultural …
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Marine litter is a global challenge, heavily impacting coastal communities like Saba. To address this, the Sea & Learn Foundation (SLF) launched “Turning Tides”, a quarterly cleanup initiative using the OSPAR methodology to preserve Saba’s environment and contribute to global marine litter data. OSPAR Methodology: A Global Standard The OSPAR …
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The Public Entity Saba (PES) has officially begun the development of a climate adaptation plan, following a kick-off meeting last week between the Executive Council and Reimpact Studio. Saba’s vulnerability to climate change is heightened due to its small size, location in the hurricane belt, and reliance on imports for …
Read More »Collision On Wednesday, the 22nd of January, at approximately 2:05 PM, the central control room received a report of a single-vehicle collision on Samuel A. Charles Street in Saba. Upon police arrival, it appeared that the vehicle involved was a duty car. The car was heavily damaged at the front. …
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The Public Entity Saba (PES) is developing the Spatial Development Plan for Saba. This plan aims to ensure that the island has the homes, businesses, and facilities needed for a sustainable future while preserving Saba’s unique natural and cultural heritage for future generations. As part of this important initiative, PES …
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To further improve care for patients from Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba who are referred to Colombia, Care and Youth Caribbean Netherlands (ZJCN), part of the Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport (VWS), organized a working visit to Cali and Medellín last week. Attendees included the commissioners responsible for healthcare …
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Construction of a new bus stop in St. John’s will begin next week and is expected to be completed by the end of February. Work Monster will carry out the project. This initiative is part of the 2024-2029 Public Transportation Plan, which prioritizes the development of safe and functional bus …
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In the fourth quarter of 2024, consumer goods and services on Bonaire were 1.8 percent more expensive than one year previously. Inflation stood at 2.5 percent in Q3. This is reported by Statistics Netherlands (CBS) based on the consumer price index for the Caribbean Netherlands. On St Eustatius, prices were …
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