Newsdesk | Monday 5 January, 2025 - Security, Community, and Caribbean Crossroads

A firearm-related incident in Sucker Garden, where police investigations led to a suspect surrendering without further escalation. We also look at aviation disruptions that grounded flights, and hear reflections from the KPSM on policing efforts throughout the busy holiday period. Beyond security and transport, the program highlights moments of community and regional significance — from the Rotary Club welcoming Sint Maarten’s first baby of 2026 with a symbolic gift basket, to EPIC marking 25 years of environmental protection across the Caribbean. We also turn to the maritime sector as Port St. Maarten ushers in the new year with dual inaugural cruise calls, signaling confidence in the cruise industry. We close with a broader geopolitical lens, examining what the evolving U.S.–Venezuela crisis could mean for the wider Caribbean and for St. Maarten in particular.