PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – Ministry of Public Housing, Environment, Spatial Development and Infrastructure (Ministry VROMI), hereby announces there will be interruption to the traffic flow on Front Street on June 20.

Part of Front Street between Hendrick Steeg and D.C. Steeg will be closed to motorized traffic from 5.00pm on Friday to 12.30am (midnight).

Permission has been granted by the Ministry of Justice.

GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten – POWER HOUR, the networking for entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial professionals organized by Foundation INFOBIZZ, has grown to attract a diverse group of entrepreneurs and professionals at various stages of their career. At every POWER HOUR, there is an opportunity to meet like-minded individuals that can help in one’s endeavors as well as gain tips and tricks from those that have reached unique levels of success.

On June 18, 2014 from 7- 9 PM, POWER HOUR will take place at a new location, Dean’s Steakhouse and Seafood in the 3 Palms plaza next to Dominoes. Those who have started their own business, have a business or have been in business can expect an interactive evening that can help them go from ideas to impact.

“Today, being entrepreneurial is much bigger than having a business.  It is a mindset that allows one to to transform their current situation by maximizing opportunities irrespective of the limited resources they currently have, such as time, money, connections, etc”, said director of Foundation INFOBIZZ and creator of POWER HOUR, Ife Badejo. “We know that not everyone will be in business. However, we firmly believe that everyone can benefit from principles and practical tips that lead to success in business and that is an entrepreneurial and innovative mind. So we would like to invite everyone who is looking to go to the next level in their business or in their career”, Ms. Badejo said.

The theme for the POWER HOUR is ‘suit & tie’ which is also reflected in the dress code. This POWER HOUR is focused on local experts and one of the speakers that will be sharing tips and tricks is Rolando Brison.  As a young and dynamic entrepreneur who is involved in marketing and the gaming industry, he has his developed his entrepreneurial skills by being involved in innovative initiatives that have impacted St. Maarten on several levels. Now, he is the Marketing Director of the St. Maarten Carnival and has coordinated the Caribbean Video X Games on St. Maarten. Other successful entrepreneurs such as Billy D, radio personality and owner of SOS Radio will also be present, sharing how they became successful and answering various questions.   

This POWER HOUR is set to be the most interactive yet.  “We have incorporated very simple activities that assist everyone to be better networkers.  It is said that your network is your net worth and it may be cliché to say that knowledge is power.  Still, we believe those two statements are true and these are the two main premises from which the POWER HOUR: Networking for Movers & Shakers has been designed”, explained Ms. Badejo.

Tickets are $30 and include drinks, snacks, and all materials and available at Family Bookstore, Van Dorp, SOS Radio, and Dean’s Steakhouse and Seafood.  For more information about POWER HOUR and other activities of Foundation INFOBIZZ, call +1-721-523-1842 (whatsapp), e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit www.facebook.com/powerhoursxm.

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – The Ad Hoc Committee New Parliament Building will meet on June 18.  The Ad Hoc Committee New Parliament Building is set to meet on Wednesday at 11.00am in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelmina Straat #1 in Philipsburg.

The three point agenda for the meeting are changes to the chairmanship of the committee as well as vice chairman; the working protocol of the committee; and the third agenda point is a discussion with respect to how the new Parliament building will look like and outfitted.

The committee comprises of the following Members of Parliament (MP), Hon. MP Johan Leonard, Hon. MP Roy Marlin, Hon. MP Patrick Illidge, Hon. MP Frans Richardson, Hon. MP Romain Laville, and Hon. MP Dr. Lloyd Richardson.

Members of the public are invited to the House of Parliament to attend parliamentary deliberations.

The House of Parliament is located across from the Court House in Philipsburg.

The parliamentary session will be carried live on St. Maarten Cable TV Channel 120, via Pearl Radio FM 98.1, the audio via the Internet www.pearlfmradio.com, and also via www.sxmparliament.org  

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – A Central Committee meeting of the House of Parliament is scheduled for June 17^th regarding a three point agenda that includes the Old Age Pension.  

The Central Committee meeting of the House is set for Tuesday at 10.00am in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelmina Straat #1 in Philipsburg.

The first agenda point regards a draft National Ordinance to change the National Ordinance General Old Age Pension/Widows Pension, where it concerns an increase in the pension and the increase in pensionable age.

The second agenda point is an invitation for the President of Parliament to attend the change of guard at the Dutch Naval Base, Parera in Curacao on June 26.

The third agenda point is an invitation for the President of Parliament to be present for the presentation of certificates to Coast Guard Cadets who completed their training which will take place on June 19.

Members of the public are invited to the House of Parliament to attend parliamentary deliberations.

The House of Parliament is located across from the Court House in Philipsburg.

The parliamentary session will be carried live on St. Maarten Cable TV Channel 120, via Pearl Radio FM 98.1, the audio via the Internet www.pearlfmradio.com, and also via www.sxmparliament.org.