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Le Journal de Saint-Barth issue n°1661 of 16/04/2026

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Eight in a row for the Nikki Beach SwimRun

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Environmental

More than 3,530 tons of sargassum have been collected since January

On the Saint-Jean site, located between the Super U store and the construction site for the future shopping center developed by SCI La Savane, trucks loaded with sargassum come and go every...

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Local Life

Port Director Ernest Brin Sets Sail

By his own admission, Ernest Brin never imagined he would “make a career” at the port. When he joined the department as a supervisor in 1989, he had “no plans in mind.” Certainly...

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Associations

The Red Cross has a new president

The search took many months. Finding a successor to Christine Moizan as president of the Saint-Barthélemy Red Cross regional delegation was no easy task. But it was ultimately...

T.F. 17/04/2026
weather

Three hours of torrential rain at night

In the pouring rain, in the middle of the night, a resident of Cul-de-Sac watches torrents of water pour onto her patio and into her home. It is around 2:25 a.m. on the night of Tuesday,...

T.F. 17/04/2026
Local Life

Final puzzle for the CTJ treasure hunt

The April 16 issue of the JSB contains the final riddle in the treasure hunt created by the members of the Youth Territorial Council’s Culture Committee. The quest is open to children...

t.F. 17/04/2026
Local Life

Night Market, Second Edition

Following the success of the first edition, the Territorial Collectivity is organizing a night market this Saturday, April 18, from 5 to 10 p.m. on Rockefeller Quay in Gustavia. The event...

17/04/2026
Culture / Leisure

Kay Quattrocchi is exhibiting at Spirit Art Space

This Saturday, April 18, from 5 to 9 p.m., artist Kay Quattrocchi will present works as part of an exhibition titled “Magnetic.” The exhibition will take place at the Spirit Art Space...

17/04/2026
Culture / Leisure

Documentaries Take Center Stage at the 29th Saint-Barth Film Festival

Four days of film and documentary screenings showcasing the cultural diversity and richness of the wider Caribbean region. This is the program offered by the organizers of the Saint-Barth...

T.F. 17/04/2026
sport

Pétanque - The Three-Day Ti Moun Challenge

This weekend is packed with activity—at least at the Gambier boules court in Saint-Jean—thanks to the many pétanque matches organized as part of the fourth edition of the Ti Moun...

17/04/2026
sport

Dance - Feriel Gharbi's Surprise Sessions

While visiting Saint-Barthélemy, dancer Feriel Gharbi couldn’t settle for simply enjoying a relaxing vacation on a beach chair by the sea. The dance instructor and director of...

17/04/2026
sport

Soccer - The Red Devils Stand Alone at the Top

The top-of-the-table clash on the third matchday of the league season lived up to all expectations. Last Saturday, at the Stade de Saint-Jean, FC Diables Rouges faced off against FC Arawak....

T.F. 17/04/2026
sport

Tennis - The "Kids' Trophy" Reaches Its 17th Edition

From April 6 to 11, the Saint-Barth Tennis Club hosted the 17th edition of its “Kid’s Trophy.” The tournament brought together young players from the island (SBTC, Ascco), Saint...

17/04/2026
Caribbean arc

The Caribbean at a Glance

U.S. Virgin Islands. Carnival Trumps Taxes The Virgin Islands Consortium website announced in an article published on April 13 that the government is set to issue $15 million in income tax...

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sport

Neighborhood meeting in Vitet and Devé

This Thursday, April 16, at 5:00 p.m., residents of the Vitet and Devé neighborhoods are invited to attend a neighborhood meeting. The meeting will be held in the parking lot next to...

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Territorial Council

A Detailed Look at the 2026 Regional Grants

This is undoubtedly one of the most eagerly awaited votes of the year. For all of the island’s associations, the allocation of grants by the Territorial Collectivity will determine...

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sport

A petition to reignite the debate on the hospital's reconstruction

Unsurprisingly, the debate is far from over. Yet, officially, it should be. The members of the territorial council have approved the plan to rebuild the Irénée de Bruyn...

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Health

Philippe Luccioni-Michaux, directeur de l’ARS : « Il faut que l’on établisse un contrat local de santé »

A few weeks ago, Philippe Luccioni-Michaux succeeded Laurent Legendart as director of the Regional Health Agency of Guadeloupe, Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy. He took office...

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Economy / Business

Une mission sénatoriale sur la Lodeom

Formerly known as the Girardin Law, the Lodeom (Law for the Opening and Economic Development of Overseas Territories) is a measure to reduce employer contributions granted to employers in...

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Local Life

Support for the VAE at the CEM

Since February, the Multiprofessional Economic Chamber (CEM) has held Qualiopi certification, which distinguishes training centers. It is now also fully operational in providing support for...

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