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 …
Read More »Launching rijkscultuurfondsen.org: Funding guide for the ABCSSS islands
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 …
Read More »SLF Launches “Turning Tides” to Combat Marine Litter
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 …
Read More »Public Entity Saba – Newsletter January 2025
Coral Fest 2025: Celebrating Coral Restoration on Saba
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 …
Read More »Public Entity Saba kicks off Climate Plan development
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 »Police report of Wednesday, the 22nd of January until Friday, the 24th of January 2025
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. …
Read More »PES is seeking input from the community for developing a Spacial Development Plan
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 …
Read More »ZJCN and Commissioners Visit Healthcare Providers in Colombia
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 …
Read More »Invasive Species Control Measures
Public Notice The Public Entity Saba informs the general public that intensified invasive species control measures will be carried out from January 29, 2025, to April 1, 2025. These measures include the hunting of roaming livestock and non-native iguanas, as well as the removal of feral cats, rats, and chickens …
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