San Pedro Celebrates the Virgin of Guadalupe
The San Pedro Catholic Church rendered tribute to the Virgin of Guadalupe on Thursday, December 12, 2017. The Feast Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe saw reverence by Catholics and Guadalupanos paying tribute to her as is done in thousands of churches throughout Mexico and now a grand celebration here in San Pedro Town, Ambergris […]
Brrrrr! Cold Front
This image of Elsie made us laugh, but it’s a true depiction of how pretty much every single Belizean feels during these cold days. Nobody wants to get out of bed during a cold front, especially as cold as it is right now!! Belize’s temperature hardly drops into the 60’s so it’s COLD right now. […]
Foreva Fancy's Christmas Fashion Show
Rounding up the fun-filled evening that was Love FM’s Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 10, 2017, was Foreva Fancy’s annual Christmas Fahion Show that took place at Central Park immediately following the parade. Central Park was flooded with spectators who gathered around the giant Christmas Tree as Foreva Fancy models showcased the latest clothing at […]
University of Belize Launches MBA Program
December 7, 2017. The University of Belize through the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences (FMSS), launched its Master of Business Administration (MBA), the first Graduate Program for the 17 years old institution. The Tapir Room at the Best Western Plus, Belize Biltmore Plaza was packed to capacity with invited guests from the Business Community […]
Two New Cruise Ships Calls to Belize
Two New Cruise Ships calls to Belize: Marella Discovery 2 & Mein Schiff 6 December 8, 2017- Belize City, Belize- Belize welcomed Marella Discovery 2 in its first call to Belize on December 7, 2017. The ship had its maiden call ceremony on board at 11:00 a.m., participating was the ships local agent Eurocaribe Shipping Services, […]
Alberto Nunez Laid to Rest after Island’s First State Funeral
A state funeral is a public funeral ceremony, observing the strict rules of protocol, held to honor people of national significance. This honor was bestowed to Don Alberto “Beto” Nuñez, who was the fifth Mayor of San Pedro Town and who served for two terms. Don Beto, as he was popularly called, died on December […]
Love FM's Christmas Parade Spreads Christmas Cheer
It’s Christmas time and San Pedro knows how to celebrate during this festive season. Without a doubt one of the biggest parades that the island has seen this year took place on Sunday, December 10, 2017, as hundreds of island residents and tourists lined up the streets of San Pedro to witness Love FM’s Christmas […]
One Step Closer for Law on Moratorium on Offshore Oil in Belize
On Friday, December8, 2017, Belizean parliamentarians gave bi-partisan support for the legislation that places an indefinite moratorium on offshore oil in Belize’s marine territory, including territorial seas and Exclusive Economic Zone. The Petroleum Operations (Offshore Zone Moratorium) Bill, 2017 has now been referred to the Senate which is scheduled to meet next Wednesday, December 13. […]
Ayuso Family Releases Details of Vildo Westby’s Capture
Ambergris Today made contact with the Ayuso Family members who have given details of their efforts to capture and apprehend Vildo Westby, wanted by local authorities for the murder of Felix Ayuso Jr. Through the family’s continued efforts and reward offered on the Justice for Felix page on Facebook, they inform that Vildo Westby has […]
Vildo Westby, Wanted Murderer of Felix Ayuso, Detained in Mexico
Sources of Ambergris Today have confirmed that Vildo Westby, wanted for the murder of Felix Ayuso, has been detained by Mexican authorities and is being processed for his deportation to Belize. Wanted for murder by Interpol, Belize Police had released an all points bulletin for information leading to the capture of Vildo Westby who was […]
Belize Coast Guard Females Giveaway Shoes
There were big smiles at the Holy Cross Anglican School as students were extremely happy to see military personnel handing out shoes at their school on Thursday, December 7, 2017. A team of The Belize Coast Guard Females along with US Marine Corps Civil Affairs Team were on hand to share the Christmas Spirit with […]
Caye Caulker Village Receives New Fire Truck
The village of Caye Caulker has received a new fire truck which is now part of the fire-fighting fleet of the National Fire Service. The truck is a donation from US citizen James York of Beechwold Christian Church, Columbus, Ohio and was shipped to Belize through the assistance of the United States Air Force. It […]
Mahogany Bay Resort, Hilton’s First Property in Belize Officially Opens
Designed for those seeking relaxed adventure, Mahogany Bay Resort & Beach Club, Curio Collection by Hilton is now welcoming travelers in Belize’s stunning Ambergris Caye. Marking Hilton’s first property in the country – and one of the first resorts from a global brand in Belize – the elegant hotel features 205 cottage and villa-style rooms […]
The Caribbean Adventure Ambassador 2017 is Rowan Garel
Congratulations to Rowan Garel of Belize for winning the title of Caribbean Adventure Ambassador of the Year for 2017 with 1,975 votes! Rowan Garel was born blind but that adversity has not been an obstacle in his life, much less hindering him from undertaking extraordinary feats. He is the only visually impaired person to ever […]
Closure of Nassau Grouper Season
The Nassau Grouper season closed on Friday, December 1, 2017 and will extend to Saturday, March 31, 2018. Regulations state that (1) No person shall take in the waters of Belize, buy, sell or have in his possession any Nassau Grouper between the 1st December and the 31st March, inclusive, in any year. (2) No […]
San Pedro Town Council Purchases another Garbage Compactor
Our lovely island is growing immensely and there are lots of needs to be met, one in particular the garbage collection. In an effort to keep la Isla Bonita clean the San Pedro Town Council has purchased another garbage compactor to help alleviate and facilitate the garbage collection in our beautiful island of Ambergris Caye. […]
Belize Meteorologist Completes Training in Washington, DC
Since 1989, Belize has sent a total of five Meteorologists/Forecasters to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)’s Weather Prediction Center for Training on Numerical Weather Prediction with a focus on the Tropical Americas. This year The National Meteorological Service of Belize sent a representative for training in Washington, DC. “I am very honored and grateful […]
SPTC Presents Township Poster Competition Winners
In commemoration of San Pedro’s 33rd Township Anniversary the San Pedro Town Council held a poster competition where schools in the island were invited to participate. On Tuesday, December 5, 2017, Mayor Daniel Guerrero presented the top three winners of the poster competition and they are as follows: 1st Place – Isla Bonita Elementary School […]
Team Belize Competes in Beach Volleyball at Central American Games
On Saturday, December 2, Gabriel Nunez Jr. and Luis “Ricky” Luna, both of San Pedro, departed to compete at the Central American Games in Managua, Nicaragua. Gaby and Ricky had won the recent qualification tournament to represent Belize at the Games. All 7 Central American countries were entitled to send one team each. Tournament format […]
Belize Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run in San Pedro
The Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics made it to San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize, on Monday, December 4, 2017. This torch is paraded around the country by the police and other law enforcement officers in an effort to garner special attention to children with disabilities and the Belize Special Olympics, raising […]
United States Embassy in Belize Donates Equipment to the Belize Police Department
The Belize Police Department continues to be the beneficiary of assistance with training and equipment from the United States Government through its embassy in Belmopan. Belize has been gifted fourteen (14) Afix Tracker Systems to be installed in key locations at Police Stations country-wide. The United States Embassy has also provided the training for […]
National AIDS Commission Awards Felix Ayuso Jr. on World AIDS Day 2017
World AIDS Day 2017 was celebrated on Friday, December 1, 2017, under the theme “Right to Health”. The National AIDS Commission launched its Francisco Caliz Unsung Hero Award and awarded six Belizean unsung heroes for their advocacy work on HIV/AIDS. The late Felix Ayuso Jr. was awarded and receiving the award was his son JoVan […]
San Pedro Town Council Holds Lighting of Christmas Tree
‘Tis the Season to be Jolly! The San Pedro Town Council held its official lighting ceremony of the Town’s Christmas Tree on Sunday, December 3, 2017 at Central Park. It was fun-filled event which island residents and tourists enjoyed as they joyfully counted down together for the lighting of the Christmas Tree. Lady Dixie Bowen […]
San Pedro UDP Holds Endorsement Convention
The United Democratic Party of San Pedro held its endorsement convention on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at the Hon. Louis Sylvester Sporting Complex. The San Pedro UDP team is the only one in the country to re-endorse the same team and did so with high spirits and amongst a cheerful crowd. After opening remarks by […]
Miss Centroamerica Belize Places Second in International Pageant
Our lovely country of Belize is gaining more experience in the pageantry world and the lovely ladies who proudly represent us to the best of their abilities are doing a mighty fine job. This past week Khristal Jones represented the Jewel at the Miss Centramerica pageant in Managua, Nicaragua and brought home the second place […]