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 Saba Conservation Foundation (SCF) and the Reef Grazer Research Group from Van Hall Larenstein proudly invite you to the first-ever Coral Fest Open House on February 9, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Fort Bay Harbor, Saba. This exciting and educational event will highlight the groundbreaking work …
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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 …
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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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