Sint Maarten Corruption Verdict: A Sint Maarten judge convicted the final suspects in the “Jasmine” corruption probe, sentencing an ex-VROMI cabinet chief Marisha Richardson to 16 months (6 suspended) and revoking her public office eligibility, while partner Jeffrey Bremer received 240 hours community service and a suspended 6-month term—after government-project funds were allegedly converted and distributed. Aruba Education Funding Clash: MP Dangui Oduber says Aruba has a 700 million florin surplus but schools still start without proper attention, citing decaying playgrounds and gymnasiums and accusing the government of failing to deliver promised solar panels. Censo Appointment Chaos: PPA MP Eduard Pieters warns that people with residence/work permits still can’t get Censo appointments five months after complaints, alleging an illegal appointment market of 50–200 florins. Public Works Backlog Pressure: Local Merchants of Aruba president Frans Ponson says D.O.W. permit responses are taking over a year, calling it structural and demanding clear numbers on applications and permits issued. Justice & Permits Regularization: Minister Arthur Dowers urges participants in “Hunto pa Progreso” not to wait as temporary permits expire end of October, stressing timely employer and documentation steps. Healthcare Quality Conference: Aruba’s Public Health Inspectorate confirms the fully booked IVA 2026 “Quality of Healthcare Conference” on risk management and healthcare safety. Oranjestad Revitalization via ArtisA: Minister Geoffrey Wever backs ArtisA in the former Aruba Bank building as part of Oranjestad’s push to boost downtown foot traffic and reuse historic spaces. Bernhardstraat Volunteer Drive: Residents and Youth With A Mission volunteers join Prime Minister Mike Eman’s ongoing painting effort to revitalize San Nicolas’ Bernhardstraat. Aruba Schools Repair Bill: Minister Gerlien Croes says three schools need over 13 million florins in urgent repairs, blaming past underinvestment and warning about weak long-term maintenance planning. Aruba Police Force 40th: Carubbian’s special edition is set to run alongside Korpsweek, celebrating the Aruba Police Force’s 40th anniversary and regional police delegations.