BAHA and MOH Lift Temporary Suspension of Corned Beef from Brazil
The Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA) and Ministry of Health (MoH) have lifted the temporary suspension on the importation of corned beef from Brazil. The temporary suspension which took effect on March 23rd was prompted after reports from Brazilian authorities that several major meat processors had been processing tainted beef and poultry meat. The companies […]
New NEMO Office and Coordinator for Belize Rural South
As part of preparations for the upcoming Hurricane Season, the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) has relocated to a new office in San Pedro Town on the island of Ambergris Caye. The new office is located in a central area just opposite the San Pedro Airport, on the second floor of a building that houses […]
Police Officers Charged for Evading Customs
Police Reports indicate that on Saturday, April 8, 2017, the Corozal Police received a video from Custom Officers from the Northern Border Station showing a police vehicle being pursued by Custom Officers. They reported that on Saturday, at around 2:00p.m., a police vehicle with two police officers inside transporting a black bag in the […]
Belize Tourism Arrivals Show Steady Increase in First Quarter 2017
Belize City, Monday, 10th April 2017: Even following such unprecedented growth in 2016, the latest statistics for the first quarter of 2017 indicate that tourism arrivals in Belize continue to register a small but steady increase. This underscores the hard work and dedication of our tourism stakeholders and the fact that Belize continues to attract […]
Over $70,000 Raised in Cancer Awareness Ride by CEO Caucus
The CEO Caucus of the Government of Belize takes this opportunity to express its sincerest gratitude to the public, partners, donors and members of the cycling community who participated in “The CEO Caucus Cancer Treatment Ride 2017: We’re with You” which took place on Saturday 8th April 2017. The CEO Caucus announces that to […]
Sun and Moon Festival Hits San Pedro to Kick off Easter Festivities
As part of fundraising efforts towards the San Pedro Children’s Home Hope Haven, Raise Me Up held a Sun and Moon Festival that took place this past weekend from Thursday, April 6, to Sunday, April 9, 2017, in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize. After a recent visit to Belize, DJ Trimmer reunited with Britney O’Daniel, […]
Easter Travel Advisory Issued for Belizeans Going to Mexico
The Embassy of Belize in Mexico issued a travel advisory for Belizeans visiting Mexico for Easter. Immigration · Border cards are valid for travel within the State of Quintana Roo, Campeche, Tabasco and Chiapas only and only for 3 days – including the day of arrival. · All visitors should ensure that they are in […]
Belize Immigration Resumes Passport Services
The Department of Immigration and Nationality Services hereby informs the public that it will resume normal processing of applications for renewal and issuance of new passports Today, Monday, April 10th 2017. Persons wishing to apply for expedited passport services may now submit applications to the office in Belmopan. Applications for normal passport services continue to be accepted at […]
First Lady Kim Simplis Barrow Condemns Police Brutality and Misconduct in San Pedro Town
In a public statement released on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, the Special Envoy for Women and Children, Mrs. Kim Simplis Barrow, stated the she is deeply disturbed by news of police brutality and misconduct that took place over the weekend in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. This incident brings into sharp focus the need for […]
Despidida/ Passing of Amelio Kumul Sr.
Aquellos que creen en Cristo y vivieron en El no le temen a la muerte porque saben que al muerte es el comienzo de una vida nueva y eterna con Dios en el cielo. Es con profundo pesar que se anuncia la muerte de don Amelio Kumul Padre quien nació, creció y vivió toda su […]
San Pedro Residents Outraged by Cayo Rosario Development
Emotions ran high, tempers flared and words were thrown as residents of Ambergris Caye sent the message to the Belize Department of Environment and investors/developers of Cayo Rosario that they object to the proposed resort development on the tiny island. Island residents are not happy and they made that clear at the Cayo Rosario Environmental […]
Generous Donation to Dorothy Menzies Child Care Center
A short ceremony was held at the Dorothy Menzies Child Care Center on April 3, 2017, where the Federal Republic of Germany handed over grant of $21,604 USD to the residential institution. The presentation of the funds was conducted by His Excellency Mr. Harald Klein, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany in Guatemala […]
Miss Teen Belize Sets Date for Pageant Night
Last year, Vivian Noralez represented Belize at the Miss Earth International Pageant that was held in Panama. She brought home the title of Miss Petite Earth International and will be traveling to Ecuador in August to pass on her title on pageant night that is scheduled for September 3rd, 2017. In her determination to promote […]
To Serve and Protect Belize?
Every person in Belize is entitled to the fundamental rights and freedoms to the individual not to exclude the protection of the law. Now tell me BPD how are you serving and protecting when the first thing you search for is your service weapon??? I have many issues with what was reported by ACP Lino […]
PUP Women’s Group San Pedro Assists City Fire Victims
On March 24, 2017, approximately 16 families lost their homes due to a fire in Belize City. It’s always devastating to lose a home with all your essential needs, that is why the People’s United Party of Belize Rural South knew they needed to help. The People’s United Party, Belize Rural South, United Women’s Group […]
Pelicans Enjoying a Belizean Sunset
What an awesome pic by @casanaturalbelize shared to their Instagram Profile. We will leave this here for you to admire. Just two pelicans enjoying the view of another wonderful Belize sunset. How do you enoy a sunset in Belize? Click Here for More Pictures of the Week
Did Belizean Pilot Crash Land Jimmy Buffett's Private Plane?
Is there trouble in Paradise? Nope says Jimmy Buffett who was joking around when he posted this picture of him and his private pilot in Bimini Bahamas. “No this is NOT my plane. It belonged to someone who obviously was less experienced than Captain Gerald and Frank Bama. He was lucky he was flying such […]
Justice of the Peace Training
The San Pedro Association of Justice of the Peace and Commissioner of the Supreme Court will be conducting a training for all JP’s in San Pedro Town & Caye Caulker. This one day training will take place Saturday, April 8, 2017, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the San Pedro Town Council Conference Room. […]
Two San Pedro Police Officers Arrested After Weekend Shooting
Police reports today indicate that on Sunday April 2, 2017, police arrested and charged 27-year-old police officer Norman Coye, with two counts of Wounding and 22-year-old police officer Darnell Madrill, for one count of wounding as investigation continue into the shooting incident that took place at Central Park. Police Report:On Saturday, April 1, 2017, at […]
San Pedro Prepares for Easter Weekend Activities
Easter weekend in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye is definitely one of the busiest of the year and one of the biggest celebrations on the island. Whether it’s celebration through religious activities, beach parties or sports activities the island is packed with visitors. Belizeans from all around the country travel to the island for this specific […]
Skydiving Over the Great Blue Hole of Belize
Meet Matt Jaskol – We bumped into these great Instagram posts of his while he casually went skydiving the Great Blue Hole of Belize. We say casual because it seems Matt is an adrenaline junkie; to him jumping out of a place seems normal!!! In his YouTube page, Matt lists his favorite activities to be […]
New Video Shows Alleged Police Brutality during Morning Shooting in San Pedro
Island residents woke up this morning to shocking footage of an altercation that took place at Central Park, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize involving night club patrons and San Pedro Police officers. During the incident shots were fired by a police officer in which four bystanders were injured. San Pedro Police Department reported the shooting […]
947 Grams of Cannabis Removed from Tropic Air Cargo San Pedro
San Pedro Police reports that at 2:30 a.m. onThursday, March 30, 2017, they searched a red and white shoe box at Tropic Air cargo section on Sea Star Street which led to the discovery of (2) parcels of cannabis amounting to 947 grams. No one arrived to claim the package and the item was claimed […]
San Pedro High Celebrates 2017 Drug Awareness Week
San Pedro High School celebrated Drug Awareness Week filled with events targeting the student body knowing that drug use amongst teenagers is prevalent within societies world-wide. Students started the week by receiving a motivational speech based on drugs from Inspector Brent Hamilton from Belize’s National K9 Unit. With the assistance of Detective Barigton Bracket and […]
BTL Launches Innovative Directory Highlighting Belize World Heritage Site
The new Belize telephone directory was released on Thursday, March 30, 2017, in Belize City and with a collaboration with WWF and Yello Belize the publication highlights the importance of the Belize Barrier Reef World Heritage Site with captivating images and new innovative technology. BTL stated its proud on all the hard work, dedication and […]