Celebrating Spring Equinox at Caracol Maya Site
Maya 2012 events are well underway in Belize as the country has arranged various events throughout the year to celebrate the history, culture, language and the people of a civilization that has still not completely died out. The Maya heritage of Belize is very prevalent in its cultural practices, food influences and lifestyle habits to […]
Go Bald, Go Strong for Cancer Awareness Month
Following on the footsteps of the students of the University of Belize (UB) who shaved their heads for the “Baldmiration” Cancer Awareness Campaign, members of the San Pedro Cancer Society have done the same here in San Pedro to kick off activities for upcoming Cancer Awareness Month in April. Founding members of the San Pedro […]
Swim Challenge Postponed to Reef Week Activities
The Committee of Healthy Reef, Healthy People Swim Challenge would like to inform the public that the swim challenge, scheduled to commence today, March 23, 2012, was postponed due to unfavorable weather conditions. Gerry Badillo and Eric Donis informed Ambergris Today that this decision will give many people the chance to help, assist and […]
Strengthening Ties with Bulgaria to Benefit Tourism Industry
Foreign Affairs Minister and Attorney General of Belize, Mr. Wilfred Erlington met with the Bulgarian Foreign Minister, Hon. Dr. Solomon Passy where they discussed several topics of interest to benefit both countries, especially strengthening ties to benefit both tourism industries. During the meeting, the ministers discussed the bilateral cooperation with a strong emphasis on enlarging […]
My Maya 2012 Birthday Experience During Spring Equinox
My birthdays have always been fun and I have celebrated them with the family at home, parties with close friends, social gatherings, bar hopping, a day at the beach, weekend-long events and trips to Chetumal and Cancun. But this year I did something totally out of the box (for me) and spent my birthday doing […]
New Belize Government Officially Underway
It’s been two weeks since elections were held and after the naming of the cabinet and assigning of CEO’s the work of the new Government in officially underway and the first ceremonial sitting of the House and Senate took place on Wednesday, March 21, 2012. Among the formalities was the swearing in of a new […]
San Pedro Library Needs Sponsor For Children Easter Program
The San Pedro Town Library hosts several programs throughout the year for the children of San Pedro to be involved during the holidays. This year the Library is being faced with an unfortunate dilemma, lack of funds to operate this year’s holiday programs. The Library has lost one of its greatest benefactors for these programs, […]
Canary Coves donates to the SP Tour Guide Association
Angels do exist and San Pedro has seen the goodwill of a couple of angels, the owners of Canary Cove, who have helped the community of San Pedro tremendously. Earlier this year they donated a new picnic area and restroom to the San Pedro RC School and on Tuesday, March 20, 2012, the San Pedro […]
SP Red Cross Branch Distributes Donation Boxes
The Belize Red Cross – San Pedro Branch has commenced its work in San Pedro and its first order of work was to place donation boxes around town to collect funds for the society and to help serve others. The official placing of the donation boxes took place on Monday, March 19, 2012 at the […]
UB Students Shave Their Heads for Cancer Awareness
UB Students Shave heads for “Baldmiration” Cancer Awareness Campaign – The 2012 Communication Skills class of the University of Belize’s Faculty of Education and Arts teamed up with the Office of the Special Envoy for Women and Children, the Belize Cancer Society and Jonze Unisex Salon to launch a public awareness campaign entitled “Baldmiration”. The […]
SPTC Mayor and Councilors Sworn In
On Friday, March 16, 2012, Mayor Daniel Guerrero and his councilors were officially sworn in to office in a public ceremony which took place at Central Park. Mayor Daniel Guerrero delivered a welcome speech after which the official swearing in was carried out by Town Administrator, Mrs. Patty Tillett. Mayor Daniel Guerrero and Town […]
ABC Pre-school Spectacular Show!
ABC Pre-School never fails to bring the most spectacular shows from Merida, Yucatan. This year Star Show Productions had everyone in the audience applauding, cheering and laughing with the great show that took place on Saturday, March 17, 2012, at the Rafael Angel Nuñez Auditorium. Wrestling Match! The show kicked off with appearances by Mickey […]
SPHS Softball Team wins 1st National Title for SPHS!
Last week the community of San Pedro and the San Pedro High School celebrated the victory of the male softball team that became the Northern Regional Softball Champions and this week the SPHS Male Softball Team brought home the National Softball Champions title. On Monday, March 19, 2012, the boys were proudly paraded through the […]
The Very First in San Pedro
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 Eric Donis is attempting to do, first to build something, first to achieve something, or even first to have the honors like kissing the queen’s hands or stealing […]
Conch Shell Sunset
Photo opportunities are always a plus on La Isla Bonita. It doesn’t matter where you are, the beauty of this island shines and imaginations for photos come alive. Sunsets are incredibly amazing on the island just ask the conch shell spectators that were enjoying it.
The Ole Ambergris Lodge
You are looking in the forefront at the once famous Ambergris Lodge, one of the pioneer hotels in San Pedro when it was still a village. Founded in the late 1960’s, The Ambergris Lodge played a vital role in the early development of tourism when Maya Island Air was operating three daily flights from Belize […]
What Teenagers Want from Politicians
Everyone talks about making the community better; we hear chatter all over town about fixing the streets, about helping out areas such as San Mateo, San Pedrito, DFC and so much more. Everyone talks about making their lives better but what about us teens. I strongly believe that the most important thing they should focus […]
Public Meeting: Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan
The Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute would like to invite the public to presentations and discussion on Belize’s Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan. This national Plan is mandated under the Coastal Zone Management Act. It determines the suitability of coastal land use, and outlines recommendations for sustainable development along the entire coastal zone of […]
Dealing with Loud, Playful, and Difficult Students
By Gustavo Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education Consultant A reader’s/teacher’s comments that are posted to my recent articles seem to be written in much “frustration” and “desperation”. The very LAST thing that any student should ever see a teacher do in the classroom is reacting out of “frustration or desperation” – whether by yelling, screaming, […]
Teens Belize Hosts Miss Top Celebrity Pageant 2012
Teens Belize is humbled to present the 5th Annual Miss Top Celebrity Pageant from March 13-27th, 2012. And vying for this title is no stranger to pageantry and our very own Sanpedrana, Miss Christine Syme, Miss San Pedro 2011-2012, 1st runner up. The candidates participate in four segments: Application Form, Preliminary with the Judges, FB […]
San Pedro Sailing Club Takes All Medals at Baron Bliss Harbor Regatta
On Sunday, March 11, 2012, the San Pedro Sailing Club set off in the early morning to Belize City to take part in the Baron Bliss Harbor Regatta. The team was confident that it would bring home some medals, but with an impressive run in the regatta the Club managed to sweep all of them, […]
Fundraising Auction for Tico Caceres
One of Victoria House’s long time front desk agents, Albertico (Tico) Caceres has been diagnosed with cancer and must travel to Merida, Mexico for surgery and further treatment. Tico has been a welcoming smile at the front desk since 1994 and has made a lot of friends, both amongst fellow employees and visitors to his […]
Child Stimulation Month: Grandparents' Day!
Under the motto “Early Childhood Education: Start Early – Aim High” Pre-Schools all over the country are observing Child Stimulation Month. On Thursday, March 15, 2012, students of ABC Pr-School had a special day with grandparents. Granparents were invited to part take in a special arts and crafts day with their grandchildren. Students delighted those […]
Experts Forecast Average Hurricane Season
Can you believe that hurricane season 2012 is just three months away in the Caribbean!? We know that it’s too early to think about that, but considering that we live six months out of the year under hurricane surveillance, it’s a significant part of living in the Caribbean. The good news is that businesses and […]
“My Vision for the Nation as Prime Minister of Belize” By Andre Alamina
With elections just gone by, our Prime Minister has his hands full with making decisions for the betterment of our Nation. Many state that the youth have no business in politics, but aren’t they the future of our country? Their growing minds have great ideas which can be nurtured into greater possibilities in our future. […]