Belize Wins International Award to Help Save Wildlife
Press Release – 18 January 2011 – The nature and wildlife of Belize are some of the most treasured and loved resources for Belizeans and people from all over the world, who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the country. Dr. Isabelle Paquet-Durand, a veterinarian who specializes in wildlife medicine, has devoted her life […]
PUC Calls for 7.2% Decrease In Water Rates
On December 23, 2012, the Belize Water Services Ltd (BWS) submitted its rate application to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) asking for the water tariffs to remain the same. After conducting initial reviews the PUC announced on Monday, January 23, 2012, that their initial decision calls for a 7.2% reduction in water rates. The decision […]
Video Pick: Melonie Gillett’s Cuts Like a Knife
Belizean born singing artist Melonie Gillett is working very arduously on her musical career and has proven to be one of the very few consistent female artists in Belize. This she attributes to her love for music which she says comes naturally to her. She has a great voice and her music is very different […]
Illegal Slaughter of Permit Fish
The reef and ecosystem is very important for the livelihood of all San Pedranos. We all depend on our beautiful reef and all its marine life since tourists pay thousands of dollars to come and swim and fish in our pristine waters. Sport fishing has become very popular here on the island and Belize; there […]
Smile Clinic – Keeping Healthy Smiles in San Pedro
Healthy smiles, Happy Children! A team of doctors are at the San Pedro Smile Center giving free dental checkups to children. The free checkups are available for children ages 4-12 and the doctors are at the San Pedro Smile Center Too at the Holy Cross Anglican School. Joining Dr. Mark Johnson this year are Dr. […]
University Of Belize Comes To San Pedro
– Press Release – What is education some people may ask? Among the varied definitions it is the systematic imparting and acquisition of knowledge, skills, attitudes and aptitudes aimed at improving the quality of life of individuals. And this is exactly what San Pedro High set out to accomplish when it opened its doors in […]
Archaeological find in Downtown San Ignacio, Belize
Excitement built up in San Ignacio, Cayo District, Belize, on Sunday, January 22, 2012, as a routine construction dig turned into an impromptu archaeological excavation when pottery and human remains were discovered on Burns Avenue, one of the principal streets of San Ignacio Town. Reports from the Institute of Archaeology (IA) in Belmopan indicate that […]
New SPHS Student Council Elected
Its election time! Island residents and political parties are gearing up for upcoming municipal elections on March 7, 2012. And the students of San Pedro High have just gotten their first dose on how a real election takes place and what all one needs to do to prepare for an election. The election of a […]
A Tiny Sleeping Village
This is the second hotel to be built on Ambergris Caye after Holiday Hotel. This is Paradise Hotel located just past the cemetery. The main building had a few rooms on the first floor and the restaurant downstairs. There were no cabañas yet but a small palapa and the bar near the beach. The small […]
Michael Douglas and Wife Dine at Blue Water Grill
Excitement was in the air last month when word got around town that A-list celebrities in the likes of Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones, Halle Berry and X-Men First Class’ actors Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Hoult were roaming freely around Ambergris Caye, enjoying the island charm. Few were lucky enough to spot the celebrities […]
History of Immigration to Ambergris Caye (Part Two) The Mestizos
By Angel Nuñez After the gradual decline of the Mayas in Belize and their total absence on the Island of Ambergris Caye, this island was practically uninhabited. There was the presence of a few employees of those who claimed title and even an attempt to raise cattle and grow cotton on the island. Even these […]
Art for Women Fundraiser
January 20, 2012, was a great day for the San Pedro watercolor artists as they gather once again for a great cause. Xanadu Resort was the hot spot for Art for Women fundraiser which featured amazing paintings, jewelry and greeting cards by the San Pedro watercolor artists. Many guests of the Xanadu Resort and visitors […]
Education is the Key!
How many times have we heard this phrase being thrown at us over and over again? Plenty, but despite it we can’t deny agreeing with it! Being educated is quite different than having an education. What separates them apart is the knowledge to practice your learnt capabilities in your field of work. Anyone could be […]
Bonefish and Tarpon Tagging Tournament at El Pescador Lodge
– Press Release – El Pescador Lodge is honored to have hosted the 1st Annual Invitational Tagging Tournament to Benefit Bonefish & Tarpon Trust at El Pescador Jan 12 – 16th. El Pescador has worked with BTT and their tagging program since 2009. We tag permit, bonefish and tarpon in order to answer basic questions […]
Yakarelis Hernandez is Still Miss San Pedro
After Ambergris Today broke the rumors that Miss San Pedro, Yakarelis Hernandez might be stripped of her title much speculation and uncertainty about her status has been circling around town. It’s been a week that Ambergris Today has been trying to obtain an official press release from the San Pedro Town Council with no success. […]
Rocio Gonzalez Quinceaños
Mrs. Marina Gonzalez owner of one of the most popular super stores in San Pedro, Marina’s Store, along with her family celebrated the 15th Birthday of her daughter Rocio Gonzalez. The Quinceaños was celebrated with grandeur as many relatives and friends were invited on Saturday, January 14, 2012 for a Thanksgiving mass at the San […]
Prince Harry To Visit Belize in March
Prince Harry will visit Belize, The Bahamas and Jamaica on behalf of The Queen as part of Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations from 2nd March to 8th March. In addition, Prince Harry will visit Brazil in support of the United Kingdom Government and his charities from 9th to 11th March. The visit, organized by the […]
My Views on Mayoral Debate San Pedro Town Council
Ladies and gentlemen, voters of San Pedro, Ambergris Today is pleased to offer you an unbiased analysis of the Mayoral Debate held last night with the view of helping out those in the debate, in the planning and in the processes of making their decisions for Elections 2012. I will begin by stating that I […]
SP AIDS Commission Receive Computer Donation
The San Pedro AIDS Commission received a computer donation on behalf of Mayor Elsa Paz on Wednesday, January 11, 2012. The San Pedro AIDS Commission commented that they are very grateful to the Mayor for the donation as the computer is much needed for the group to store all their data and other necessary information. […]
Irregularities at SP Elections & Boundaries Office, UDP Candidate Under Scrutiny
The Elections and Boundaries Department of Belize has been made aware of possible irregularities in the San Pedro Office after United Democratic Party’s councilor candidate Severo Guerrero Jr. was found using the department’s computer after working hours with pen and paper in hand on Tuesday, January 17, 2012. Issues of possible misappropriating information, unethically tampering […]
San Pedro Tops Trip Advisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards 2012
There are many Hotel/Resorts on the island that are known for their great services, great spas and other great commodities and it is good to know when they are recognized internationally and awarded for all their hard work. Several top island resorts from Ambergris Caye, along with other resorts in Belize, have made it on […]
Mama Vilma’s 2nd Annual Fashion Show
Mama Vilma’s Family Home will be hosting its 2nd Annual Fashion Show on Saturday, January 28, 2012. The show will be hosted at the San Pedro Fitness Club and is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:00 p.m.). Cost of entrance is $25.00 (For adults of all ages), ticket price includes Tray […]
SP Cancer Society 2nd Annual Light the Night
The San Pedro Cancer Society is gearing up for its 2nd annual “Light the Night” world cancer awareness walk on Saturday, February 4th, 2012. at 6:00pm sharp, Central Park. The deadline for ordering and paying shirts ($20.00 bze each) will be on Thursday, January 26, 2012, so that they are all printed and distributed before […]
Oceana and Belize Continue Support on Trawling Ban in Belize
Oceana Hands Over First Trawler To Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute – Press Release, Oceana, January 6, 2012 – Shrimp Trawler, Northern I (one) now has a new home and owner and will now be used for research and education. This was announced today at signing ceremonies between Oceana and Coastal Zone Management Authority […]
Traveler Completes Red Carpet Walk Around the World, Belize Included
Remember Marije, aka Cat? Well, she visited San Pedro, Belize back in August of 2010, as part of her travels around the world. Her mission was to take a red carpet along with her and in each country that she visited she would record a video as part of her “Cat Walk” around the world […]