San Pedro High School Shines In CSEC Exams
Every high school in the country tries to excel in various areas like academics, sports, Math Olympiad, Science Competition, among others. However, the biggest test of high accomplishment for any school must be in their success in the external examinations given to the graduating class – CXC now called CSEC (Caribbean Secondary Examination Council). This […]
The Highly Respected Sergeant Orillo
You have probably heard the name Sergeant Orillo mentioned many times when talking about law and order. We can cite him as a good police officer because he serves as a good role model to many police officers. Orillo had a huge grin when he was in the company of friends, but in business, he […]
The Highly Respected Sergeant Orillo
You have probably heard the name Sergeant Orillo mentioned many times when talking about law and order. We can cite him as a good police officer because he serves as a good role model to many police officers. Orillo had a huge grin when he was in the company of friends, but in business, he […]
Invitation to Diabetes Awareness Walk San Pedro
Everyone is invited to join the San Pedro Diabetes Association in their first Diabetes Awareness Walk-A-Ton on Sunday, November 11, 2012. The walk will commence at the Central Park at 6:00 a.m. heading to Victoria House and back. Please join in the walk! *Breakfast will be served for those who participate.
Celebrity Spotting – Arlett Teran Dining in San Pedro, Belize
Mexican telenovela actress Arlett Teran was spotted at two different restaurants in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize this week as she vacationed in La Isla Bonita. Owner of Caramba Restaurant, Rene Reyes, shared this picture of him with the beautiful Arlett in front of the restaurant after she dined at the popular island restaurant. A […]
Inauguration of The John Greif II San Pedro Airport
The number one tourist destination in the country of Belize now boasts a newly renovated and safety enhanced airport, the John Greif II Airport. The official inauguration took place on Thursday, November 8, 2012, where officials of the Belize Airports Authority, COCESNA, distinguished guests and media gathered at the airport to witness such important event. […]
Donation Arms San Pedro Police to Help Combat Crime
With the community of Ambergris Caye facing an increase in crime, authorities are doing everything they can to lower the crime rate and keep island residents as safe as possible. After having carried out a public meeting with island residents and police department, Mayor Daniel Guerrero, along with Mr. John McAfee, presented to the San […]
San Pedro Mayor Puts a Ban on Sagging Pants
It might seem the least of his problems or that of the community of San Pedro, but Mayor Daniel Guerrero announced this morning on the Reef Radio’s Good Morning San Pedro Talk Show that he has instructed Police Officers to “Pull Up” anybody’s pants that are sagging and exposing underwear! What the Mayor meant was […]
Investments to Improve Bacalar Chico World Heritage Site
As construction projects under the Sustainable Tourism Program (STP) are rolling out around the country, the last on the list of STP investment projects was initiated on November 2, 2012, with contract signature for a tourism assessment and architectural designs for tourism infrastructure at Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve (BCNPMR). The winning bid […]
Medical Safety Growing Strong in Belize
The Belize Red Cross is pleased to announce the beginning of the Belize Red Cross Medical Safety website button initiative. San Pedro and Punta Gorda branches are the first districts in Belize to launch this ongoing effort. Bandage International will be coming to Belize to teach the first official Certified First Aid training course in […]
San Pedro Sailing Club to Compete at National Championship Regatta
Seventeen young junior sailors of the San Pedro Sailing Club have been invited by the Belize Sailing Association to compete at the second National Championship Regatta to be held in San Pedro, Ambergris on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18, November 2012, to select the National Champion for the Optimist Class. The National Authority cordially invites […]
Paraplegic Cyclist Rides Through Belize for a Cause
“I am excited about completing the last segment of the Reef Ride, from Dangriga to Punta Gorda Town later this month to coincide with the celebration of Garifuna Settlement Day,” says paraplegic cyclist Jerome Flores. Reef Ride 2012 starts from Dangriga on the morning of November 18th and stops over in Independence, before continuing […]
No Wake Zone Markers Erected in San Pedro Lagoon
Last week, four large and 12 small markers were placed along the Boca del Rio Lagoon entrance by the bridge and along the lagoon side to properly identify and inform mariners of areas that are designated “No Wake Zones”. The markers were put in place by the Belize Port Authority, San Pedro Town Council and […]
Tranquility Bay Resort Staff Rescues Lost Tourist
On Friday, November 2, 2012, the staff of Tranquility Bay Resort, located 12 miles in North Ambergris, rescued a tourist who had ventured into the bush as he explored the area on golf cart looking for the island’s ‘Turtleman”. He ended up getting lost and spending the night in the island wilderness, suffering from hypertension, […]
Guatemalan Incursions Continue into Belize Sovereign Territory
The rapid incursion of Guatemalans into Belizean territory has been escalating and continues to be a huge problem to the Belizean people and to our security forces. The Belizean people especially the rural villagers have been affected by this because these Guatemalans are entering our territory armed. Villagers feared for their lives and property and […]
Earning Students' Respect
By Gustavo Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education Consultant Teaching, whether in public or private schools, without having students’ respect is never successful – not for teacher nor student. Disrespectful students cannot and do not learn; disrespected teachers cannot teach. Yet, respect cannot be taught like a class subject to students, nor can it be forced […]
All Saints Fair a Success at San Pedro RC School
San Pedro RC School held its annual All Saints Day Fair this past Friday, November 2, 2012, and the school grounds was teeming with people enjoying the games and Saints Costume competition. This year’s fair was organized by the newly formed Parents-Teacher Association and with the help of all the teachers the fair was a […]
US Government Donates over US$150K of Equipment to Belize National Security Ministry
The Ministry of National Security has received a new donation from the United States Government to help upgrade security at key locations. The donation includes three (3) Smith Detection X-Ray Inspection Systems (HI-SCAN 6040i, 6030di, 7555i) and two (2) Walk-Through Detectors (METOR 200/MELS 1812, at a total value of US $156,000. The handover took place […]
Flying Over Lighthouse Reef Atoll Belize
Here’s a look at the northern-most tip of the Lighthouse Reef Atoll off the coast of Belize City (Northern Caye & Sanbore). Beautiful mangrove islands and coral formations create this one-of-a-kind marine habitat that make Belize so beautiful and special. Belize has three of four atolls found in the Western Hemisphere. (Flight courtesy of Maya […]
How to Deal with Stress
Stress! Everybody, everyday… we all have stress. But not everybody knows how to deal with stress, so here are some ways to deal with stress. 1. Listen to musicThis is the one that is used the most. Just shut everything out and listen to music and after a while Bam! A lot of the stress […]
A Stellar Performance by The Belize Dance Company
San Pedro gave the Belize Dance Company the standing ovation it deserved after the group presented their spectacular “Belize – Diverse Cultures and Rhythms” show which it performed in a Europe tour as part of the Festival du Sud this past summer. The presentation on the island took place at the R. Angel Nuñez Auditorium […]
Celebrating Los Finados (Day of the Dead) in San Pedro
On Thursday, November 1 and Friday, November 2, 2012, Island residents commemorated and remembered their deceased loved ones in a religious celebration known as Los Finados; a tradition that has been kept alive and passed on generation after generation honoring our beloved dead relatives. November 1st is celebrated as All Saints Day by Catholics worldwide. […]
Jackie & Adam Celebrate One Year at Casa Picasso
Casa Picasso is back for the season! Yes, Jackie and Adam invited friends and guests to a social night to introduce their new head chef and celebrate their one year anniversary in San Pedro. Congratulations are in hand to the lovely couple who have come to love San Pedro and made such great friends on […]
Farewell to George Parham
Ambergris Today has learned of the passing away of Mr. George Parham, the last of four Parham brothers who spent their final years in San Pedro. George is a born Sanpedrano who emigrated to the United States for many years but spent his last 30 years in his natal hometown. He is a member of […]
Over 900 Popsicles for RC School Students!
Who doesn’t enjoy a great delicious treat every now and again? In San Pedro, paletas (popsicles) are the perfect treat for hot days. But the students of San Pedro Roman Catholic School enjoy their paletas even more when they are personally handed out to them by great island friends Debbie and Larry Heimgartner. Debbie and […]