UB Continues To Train Leaders To Transform Belize’s National Development
A total of 481 graduates received diplomas at the Associate, Bachelor, Certificate and Diploma levels at the University Of Belize Eighteenth Commencement Exercises on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at the University’s Central Campus, Belmopan. Of the total number of graduates 307 were females and 174 males representing 63.8 and 36.2 per cent respectively. The Award […]
Total Relaxation in Paradise
Days off in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize are usually spent doing something like this. Locals take advantage of their free time and enjoy the island as tourists do. Well, if you are a tourist, then you can do this all day long for the length of your stay. Total relaxation at its best, seen […]
Building San Pedro High School
What… what is this? The Teacher’s demonstration going on countrywide for government to adjust their salaries? Wrong. Then could it be Sanpedranos marching in support of their political candidate for upcoming town council elections on March 2015? No, look again at the sign. Don’t you see these are all kids? Indeed this was early 1980’s […]
A Wealthy Living Lagoon in Ambergris Caye
By Angel NuñezToday we know that this body of water right behind the town of San Pedro is void of fishes and has no economic benefits. The only purpose of this so called lagoon is for boat navigation from the sea on the east of the island to the west or back side of the […]
Belize/Guatemala Minister Strengthen Relations
Foreign Ministers of Belize and Guatemala agree on “Roadmap for the Strengthening of Bilateral Relations” between Belize and Guatemala at OAS Headquarters in Washington, DCOn Friday, January 24, 2014, The Honorable Wilfred Elrington, Attorney General and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belize, His Excellency Fernando Carrera, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala and His Excellency […]
San Pedro Resorts Make Top 25 Hotels in Central America
The Belize Tourism Board is pleased to announce that four properties in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, have made Trip Advisor’s “Top 25 Hotels in Central America” 2014 Travelers’ Choice list. Congratulations to the following properties: #2: Grand Caribe Belize Resort & Condominium #11: Coco Beach Resort #12: Victoria House #24: Las Terrazas Resort Director of […]
Manelly’s Brings Marquesitas to San Pedro
– by Sofia Muñoz – It’s Marquesitas Time! There’s a new afternoon treat in town that is creating a huge buzz on the island! People are going wild for Marquesitas! Both lovers of the delicious Mexican treat, the Angels, of course, are not going to miss out on it. A quick call to Manelly’s Ice […]
Daniela Salazar Celebrates Quinceaños
Celebrating her Quinceaños (15th Birthday) last week in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, was lovely Daniela Salazar. She celebrated with close family and friends at a private party held in her honor inside Jaguar’s Temple Night Club. Daniela is daughter of Ilsa and Hector Salazar; she was officially presented to society by her cousin Andrea Nuñez, […]
San Pedro Annual "Light The Night" Cancer Walk
I hope this letter finds you and your place of business under the most fortunate of circumstances. It is a great honor and privilege to also wish you a Happy New Year on behalf of the San Pedro Cancer Society and that we may all be rejoicing in the prosperity that it has to offer. […]
Education in Belize: Who's the Enemy?
By Gustavo A. Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education Consultant / belizeguidance.blogspot.com“We have met the enemy and he is us.” Walt Kelly As we start a new year in this rapidly-advancing Age of Technology, the Belize National Teachers’ Union is once more trying to “raise awareness on key national issues”, and is “seeking justice for the […]
Light The Night For Kids
Join the worthy cause taking place on Friday, March 14, 2014 at 6pm; Memorial Park in Belize City. Express yourself and together let’s light up the night for kids.
Holy Cross School Fundraiser
Sunday, January 26th, 12 pm noon, the Blues Dogs Blues Band from Colorado, will be having a fundraiser for Holy Cross Anglican School at Estel’s By the Sea. Local musicians, Mike & Rob from Legend’s Burger House, Dale Wallace, Jr, Trumon Davis and Amorice will be gracing us with their musical and singing skills! Fans of […]
Belize Ministry of Health Updates on Current H1N1 Situation
– Press Release, Belmopan, January 20, 2014 – The Ministry of Health reminds the public that we remain in heightened surveillance for any Influenza (flu) or Severe Acute Respiratory Illnesses. We are in the middle of the flu season and disease trends in neighboring countries are being monitored. As of Monday, January 20, 2014, there […]
Belize Tourism Industry in Good Health
Positive reports came forth at the 13th Annual Tourism Industry Presentation that was sponsored by the Belize Tourism Board and hosted for the first time in Corozal Town at Tony’s Inn & Beach Resort on Wednesday, January 15, 2014. It was reported that Belize’s tourism industry is in good health and showing positive growing trends […]
Cannot Beat the Winters in Belize
Although technically speaking there is no winter season in Belize, residents feel like they are experiencing winter weather with cold front rolling through the country one after the other this year. With temperatures dropping as low as 65 degrees Fahrenheit in Ambergris Caye and coastal areas, it was pretty darn cold for us tropical islanders. […]
Interesting Names Down South of Ambergris Caye
By Angel NuñezThe Mayor talks about rehabilitation of the road down south and I reminisce about that area and whether you go by road or along the beach, it is a totally different experience today than years ago in San Pedro. To begin with, the modern day Sanpedranos will travel at the full speed of […]
Robber Shot Dead in Self Defence Case in San Pedro
In unfortunate news, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye has its first death case of the year as an assailant of an attempted robbery was shot dead. The attempted robbery took place on Marina Drive on the south side of San Pedro, just beyond the DFC neighborhood. Reports indicate that the assailant opened fire on the victim, […]
Dengue-carrying Mosquito is Host to Another Disease Spreading in Caribbean
In August 2013 San Pedro, Ambergris Caye had an outbreak of dengue and the Health Department and San Pedro Town Council worked arduously and quickly in providing intervention methods such as ultra-low volume (ULV) spraying, thermal spraying of houses, premises inspections, spraying of drains and issuing of bed nets to homes in high-risk areas for […]
H1N1 Influenza A Cases Confirmed in Belize, Kills One
At a press conference held at the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital in Belize City, yesterday, Wednesday, January 15, 2013, the Belize Ministry of Health, confirmed that a 29-year-old female has died from the H1N1 Influenza A virus in the country. Two other cases were also confirmed but were not lethal. The H1N1 also known as […]
7th Annual Boom to Manatee Lookout Canoe Race
The 2014 paddling season kicked off with the 7th Annual Boom to Manatee Lookout Race, sponsored by Bear Mountain Boats, Architectural Accents, Belize Global Travel Services, and Joseph and Taylor. The race was held on Saturday, 11th January, 2014. The river was high so teams time to complete the course was one of the fastest […]
Old Timer or Modern Sanpedrano? Num. 21
By Angel Nuñez While the mahogany tree is the national tree of Belize, there is a thought that the national tree of San Pedro could be either the coconut tree or the almond both of which abound in San Pedro. First I will deal with the almond tree. The modern Sanpedranos normally use the almond […]
Saga Humane Society Cook Off – Appetizers
Saga Humane Society is pleased to announce the first Cook Off for 2014, Appetizers! Join us Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at Luna Loca to try all the excellent dishes. VIP Table- No waiting in line for food, food will be served to you! Seating for up to 6 person per table at a great […]
Drastic Changes at San Pedro Roman Catholic School Area
This little corner of old San Pedro village in the 1970’s is totally different today. The children could enjoy first of all a large campus for sports as we see Lisa Forman and Miguel ‘Sykes’ Guerrero in the forefront. Children’s sports days were very common and popular. No five a side court, no buildings for […]
UNIBAM Denounces Hate Crime in Belize
UNIBAM joins other concerned and disheartened members of our community in decrying the vicious, senseless and inhumane killing of young Joseph Sanchez which took place on Sunday, January 12, 2014, in the early morning. The Board of Directors, staff and members of UNIBAM reach out to his parents and family members with condolence and empathy. […]
Video Pick: Ten Days Vacation in Belize
“I decided to take just a single GoPro, GoPole and head strap for this 10 day adventure. See what is possible with only these three things as we climb Mayan ruins, play with monkeys, swim with sharks and dive with all forms of sea creatures. Cars, taxis, boats, planes, kayaks, bikes, canoes – this is […]