Portraits for Charity to Benefit Children’s Charities
Starting this April, local artist Chris Emmanuel (Chris) will donate one oil portrait of a child or animal (12”x16”) each month. In exchange, the person commissioning the art work will support a registered children’s charity by donating a minimum $150. Chris says, “I’m glad for this opportunity to give back to the children of Belize; after […]
Alejandra Hackson Crowned Miss Isla Bonita Elementary
Four lovely candidates did a spectacular job at putting on a great show this past Saturday, March 31, 2012, at this year’s Miss Isla Bonita Elementary Pageant. At the end of the fundraiser show that took place at the R. Angel Nuñez Auditorium, Alejandra Hackston, won the title of the new Miss Isla Bonita Elementary. […]
Isla Bonita Elementary Pageant Contestants Pampered
Miss Isla Bonita Elementary Pageant 2012 Takes Place this Saturday – This year Isla Bonita Elementary School will have four lovely candidates vying for the title of Miss Isla Bonita Elementary. Each has been working hard, together with their classes, to raise money for improvements to the Isla Bonita playground and lunch area. On Friday, […]
The Price of Popularity
What is popularity? Popularity is dated back in the early 1490’s derived from the Latin word ‘popularis’ meaning well liked or common. It is a quality in which a large number of people are fond of you, giving you a high social status. Popularity can be attained by the influence of your actions or simply […]
Liquor Licensing Board Takes Strong Stance
The complaints in San Pedro have mostly been about terrible conditions of streets, and dust and poor beaches and dirty areas, but lately they have been about bars. The complaints are about noise pollution in some bars that are not sound proof, late opening hours and lately also the fact that prostitution is rampant and […]
Mexico daylight saving time starts on Sunday, April 1st 2012
Belmopan, 29 March 2012.- The Embassy of Mexico informs that on Sunday, April 1st Mexico will begin Daylight Saving Time (Horario de Verano). On that day, clocks in Mexico go forward one hour. That means that Mexico’s local time will run 1 hour ahead of Belize’s local time until October 28th, 2012. For example, 9:00 […]
Child Stimulation Month Comes to an End!
Child Stimulation Month was celebrated under the theme “Early Childhood Education – Start Early – Aim High!” All five pre-schools on the island carried out fun and educative activities through out the month of March. Students enjoyed activities such as story telling, granparents day arts and crafts, cultural day, hug day, sports day and much […]
Easter Lenten Schedule RC Church 2012
Below is the San Pedro Roman Catholic Church’s Easter Lenten Schedule – “I will prove my holiness through you. I will gather you from the ends of the earth: I will pour water on you and wash away all your sins. I will give you a new spirit within you, says the Lord.” – Ez […]
Easter Fundraising Events in San Pedro
Radios For Nacnw Police Patrol – To show appreciation for the fine job they have been doing the members of the North Ambergris Caye Neighborhood Watch (NACNW) voted to find a way to purchase at least two radios for the police who patrol the area. A BBQ fund raiser will be held this Saturday, March […]
Belize Dance Company to Travel to Europe
The Belize National Dance Company (BNDC) will participate in an international folkloric dance festival in Europe in July and August 2012. The “Festival Du Sud” brings together about 1,200 dancers and musicians from 45 companies worldwide. This year, twelve (12) folk ensembles were chosen to share and showcase their traditional dances with audiences in France […]
Be Kind Belize Graduates 2012
Be Kind Belize was established in 2007 to promote humane education in Belize. Humane education is based on the concept that all life is precious and is practiced by teaching young people the value and importance of treating all living creatures with kindness. As part of the program children learn about self respect, caring for […]
Missing Teen – Stephanie Mejia
The public is being asked for their assistance in locating a missing teenager, 15- year-old Stephanie Mejia. Stephanie Mejia of the Boca del Rio area in San Pedro Town was last seen last on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at about 8:00 p.m. in the vicinity of the Central Park. Stephanie’s brother, Giovanni Mejia, told San […]
Social Hour at Hotspots in Town
In all parts of the world there are the hot spots which people are always looking for. And no, we are not talking about bad hot spots where people go for their share of illegal drugs or illicit sexual gratification. We are talking about hot spots in town where people socialize and look forward to […]
Belize Among Top Ten Snorkeling Spots In The World
Belize City, Belize – March 27, 2012 – Belize was once again chosen as an international first pick, this time topping the list of perfect destinations for diving and snorkeling. On March 24th, 2012 ‘The National’, one of the few English newspapers based in the United Arab Emirates, with a circulation of over 40,000 and […]
El Pescador Continues Supporting Green Reef Conservation Efforts
Since 2006 El Pescador has partnered with Green Reef Environmental Institute, a marine conservation NGO, to support Green Reef’s environmental efforts in the reefs and waters surrounding Ambergris Caye. El Pescador will enable its guests to enjoy themselves and the beauty of Belize with the knowledge that they have contributed to the preservation of the […]
“Yogi” for a day!
Our beautiful island has gone from being a quaint, relaxing, fishing village to a very busy and modern island. Tourist and locals alike have a busy schedule and are constantly up and down in our little island. So how do we go about to find relaxation and peace of mind on our beautiful paradise? How […]
Bicycles 'Stop' Traffic!
Not one, not two or even three, but probably close to 100 bicycles loaded onto the bed of a huge truck were transported through downtown San Pedro on the way to the barge. They are bicycles that are confiscated by the police, others recovered from theives and never claimed by their owners. After having accumulated […]
Culture Day – Child Stimulation Month
This is the last week of Child Stimulation Month and children are enjoying the last fun activities prepared for them. Students of ABC Pre-School participated in Culture Day as they came dressed up in the different ethnic groups that make up our beautiful Belize. Students and Teachers dressed up the part and students were lectured […]
Belizean Fashion Designer in Caribbean Design Show
Rebecca Strim, 18, was born in Belize and has only four years of fashion designing under her belt. She is a self-taught designer who attempted to study fashion at The Art Institute of Vancouver, but now has the amazing opportunity to partake in Mission Catwalk, a Jamaican reality series that airs on TVJ. This is a […]
It’s time again – Earth Hour 2012
Earth Hour is a global initiative in partnership with WWF. Individuals, businesses, governments and communities are invited to turn out their lights for one hour on Saturday March 31st, 2012 at 8:30 PM to 9:30PM to show their support for environmentally sustainable action. The event began in Sydney in 2007, when 2 million people switched […]
Video Pick: Bikini Model Kate Upton is Sizzling in Belize
Hot Beach Bunny Swimwear Shoot – She’s known for her stunning physique, she’s an American model and actress known for her appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She is Kate Upton and she has been featured in a batch of just-released, sizzling hot Beach Bunny Swimwear shot, where else, but in BELIZE! Check out […]
A New Beginning?
By Gustavo Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education Consultant – According to Maya time wisdom, we are this year completing a significant calendar cycle. Moreover, we have just held/completed National and Municipal elections throughout the entire country of Belize. Following along those lines, this week’s column directly follows The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, (all […]
Lime Juice
When challenging situations occur in your life, instead of reacting negatively, start to imagine the possibilities – Emmanuel Lime Juice One of the most famous drinks in San Pedro is lime juice. Everyone enjoys this refreshing drink made from tangy limes grown in Belize. Belize grows plenty of limes of all sizes. Sometimes the bigger ones don’t have as […]
The Very First Ones (Pt. 2)
By Angel Nuñez Being first is quite a fete. It is nice to know that you were first in your class, first to set a record like the High School boys did this year by winning the National Secondary Softball Championship. It is not quite pleasant to be the first one to go to jail […]
SPHS Students Display Projects at Open Day
Every year the students of San Pedro High School get to showcase to the public what they have learnt throughout the scholastic year. On Friday, March 23, 2012, San Pedro High School hosted its annual open day and students showcased different projects for all to enjoy. Students had been preparing for several weeks and their […]