Construction of San Pedro Children’s Home to Commence in January
Talk about a New Year resolution – The San Pedro Lions Club along with Raise me up will commence a new important journey together for the community as they work on transform the old Lions Clinic building into a children’s home. Raise Me Up is one of the island’s newest non-profit organizations that operates the […]
Belizean Entrepreneurs Receive Seed Funding to Expand their Business
Thirty-six young Belizean entrepreneurs were recognized for their hard work during an award ceremony of the EMPRENDE Belize Fund, which was held on December 12, 2015 at ITVET Dining Room, ITVET Campus on Freetown Road, Belize City. During the award ceremony, His Excellency Charles Liu, Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan), and Hon. Tracy […]
Love FM Christmas Parade Lights Up San Pedro
The Love FM Christmas Parade is a much anticipated event during the season in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize. Hundreds of residents flock to the streets early enough to obtain a great viewing spot in which to enjoy the parade. This year the streets of downtown were jam packed. Love FM gathers groups, organizations and […]
SHINE Girls' Club Hosts Starry Night Fundraiser
A Starry Night, a cocktail holiday party supporting SHINE ministry was held on Friday December 9, 2016, at Hidden Treasure Restaurant. Proceeds from this event will go toward the SHINE program for girls, Thrive – a high school empowerment program at San Pedro High School, and the SHINE Artisan Project, which will help give business […]
Paddle Boarding with Man's Best Friend
Dogs dig, run and frolic on the beach, swim in the sea and chase cats up coconut trees, but who’s to say that they cannot jump on a paddle board and have a great time on Ambergris Caye, Belize. Here is one happy dog enjoying a relaxing time while admiring the clear waters around it. […]
Violence against Children Must Stop Now
The National Committee for Families and Children (NCFC) joins the nation in mourning the tragic loss of another innocent Belizean child. It is truly a tragic outcome. Media reports about the questionable circumstances surrounding the tragic death of baby Janeeka Campbell leaves the NCFC with grave concerns and a number of questions. The death […]
20th Anniversary of Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System as a World Heritage Site
In commemoration of the 20th Anniversary of the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System as a World Heritage Site a special forum was held on December 6, 2016, to celebrate, discuss of its importance and what more needs to be done to for its protection. The forum took place in Belize City at the Belize Institute […]
Adopt A Bear, Give A Smile For Christmas
Adopt-A-Bear Christmas program is back and invites the community to help in making a childs wish come true, There are plenty of bears still yet to be adopted. This year’s adoption centers are Sandbar, Wayo’s Beach Bar, Crazy Canucks, Marbucks and Truck Stop. Here’s how it works … You choose a bear which is hung […]
Prime Minister’s Return Delayed Due to Possible Viral Gastroenteritis
The Office of the Prime Minister issued a press release yesterday afternoon informing that the Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Dean Barrow could not return to Belize yesterday as originally planned. The Prime Minister was experiencing symptoms seemingly consistent with viral gastroenteritis prior to his departure and had to be admitted to the Belize Medical […]
Belize Defence Force Lieutenant Receives Silver Medal Award
Lieutenant Colonel Anthony Velasquez of the Belize Defence Force was the proud recipient of a Silver Medal award from the Central American Armed Forces Conference (CFAC) on Wednesday November 30th, 2016 during its meeting in El Salvador. This award is in recognition of Velasquez’s meritorious participation and contribution to the greater cooperation of the armies […]
San Pedro Comes Together In Support of Fallen Angel
The San Pedro community once again rallied together in support of one of their own and displayed once again how united, strong and caring the people of La Isla Bonita really are. #StrongWithKat a fundraiser for Katherine Portillo took place this past weekend for a friend in much need. Local Sanpedrana, Kathy Portillo was in […]
25 Individuals Receive Wheelchairs From The Wheelchair Foundation of California
Twenty five individuals living in San Pedro and Caye Caulker have received wheelchairs donated by the Wheelchair Foundation of California on December 6, 2016 at the San Pedro Lions Den. Residents of the San Pedro and Caye Caulker communities attended this event. San Pedro Mayor Daniel Guerrero gave his gratitude, along with Mr. Glenn Perry […]
Unmasking the Many Faces of Gender Based Violence
The University Of Belize Social Work Student Association (SWSA) and the University of Belize Social Work Department held an event entitled “ Stop Gender-Based Violence via Expressive Arts” to raise awareness of gender-based violence in Belize. This event was inspiring, empowering, innovative, and an avenue for UB social work students to express their talents and […]
Threefold Celebration at San Pedro High Founder's Day
December 5 is an annual celebration at San Pedro High School and this time around the student body and staff celebrated Founder’s Day. It was in observance of former Principal Angel Nuñez’s birthday and also celebrated the life of Al Felly, the biggest benefactor of the institution. Al Felly became on love with San Pedro […]
Flamboyant Park Gets Facelift by Projects Abroad
Through the efforts of volunteers at Projects Abroad, Flamboyant Park in the San Pablo Area received a much-needed facelift on Friday, December 2, 2016. The park was looking in dire conditions with broken down benches, dilapidated swings, broken down sign, muddy entrance and filthy surroundings. Even month, Projects Abroad conducts a community event in which […]
Belize Wins at 1st Reina Garifuna del Caribe Pageant Guatemala!
On December 3, 2016, the first annual Reina Garifuna del Caribe (the Miss Garifuna Caribbean) pageant was held at the Malecon Cultural Park in Puerto Barrios, Guatemala. The Reina Garifuna del Caribe Pageant was planned by Asociacion Amigos para el Desarrollo de Izabal in conjunction with the Ministry of Culture and Sports of Guatemala. The […]
UB Engineering Students Win Structures Competition in Mexico
Students of the Engineering Department, from the Faculty of Science of Technology (FST) of the University of Belize are the 2016 champions of the “XVIII Concurso De Diseño Y Construccion De Modelos Estructurales, V Fase Internacional”, hosted by the Instituto Tecnologico De Chetumal (ITCH) in Quintana Roo Mexico from November 23-25th, 2016. The competition is […]
Dive Bands Required for Recreational Use at Hol Chan Marine Reserve
For the past two months, Hol Chan Marine Reserve has been informing stakeholders on the implementation of “Dive Bands” for recreational users to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. The Board of Trustees has decided to implement the user fee for night diving within “Zone A” of the Marine Reserve. The current user fee remains the […]
San Pedro AIDS Commission Wraps Up Year with Solidarity Walk
Last night, December 1, 2016, the San Pedro AIDS Commission held it annual solidarity HIV/AIDS walk in celebration of World AIDS Day. San Pedro AIDS Commission memebers, along with the San Pedro Lions Club members, Leo’s Club members, Miss San Pedro Marisha Thompson, Miss Lions Solani Graniel, Miss Petite Earth International Vivian Noralez, members of the […]
Atlantic Hurricane Season was Deadliest in Over 10 years
The 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season has become one of the most active and deadliest in years. We survived it here in Belize, but not without being hit by Hurricane Earl which caused over $10Mil in damages on Ambergris Caye alone and over $100Mil loss for Belize’s agriculture industry. Hurricane Earl was a big blow for […]
Mass First Aid Training and a Successful Blood Drive
The Belize Red Cross – San Pedro Branch (SPBRC) is proud to announce that training is underway for the staff of Mahogany Bay Village. Soon 30 newly qualified First Responders will be available to assist staff, visitors of the village and the community at large. The first 10 were trained Tuesday, November 22nd, the second group […]
Talks Commence on Revitalization of Downtown Area and Boca del Rio
Business owners gathered at the San Pedro Town Council’s conference room on Tuesday November 29, 2016, as the municipality held consultation for a beautification project for the island designated from downtown San Pedro to Boca del Rio. Jason Fox from Canada has dedicated time into coming to Belize along with five climate change experts who […]
Belizean History Destroyed as Chateau Caribbean Hotel Burns Down
It was not only a three story building that burnt down on Sunday morning, November 27, in Belize City, the destruction of the Chateau Caribbean Hotel meant the loss of livelihood of its workers and a piece of history for Belize. The historic Chateau Caribbean hotel burnt for most of the daylight hours; it took […]
Tearful Candle Light Vigil Creates Awareness for Gun Violence in Belize
Residents of San Pedro gathered at the Central Park on Saturday, November 26, 2016, for a special candle light vigil ceremony hosted by the Belize Youth Movement (BYM), Footprints for peace, and Ms. Shakera Young. The ceremony was organized for a peaceful demonstration and a candle light walk in memory of Tyler Savery, a seven-year-old […]
Lily's Treasure Chest Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Longstanding isand favorite, Lily’s Treasure Chest celebrated it 10th anniversary on Sunday, November 27th, 2016. To commerate the anniversary, Lily’s invited its customers to enjoy special deals on food and beverages; everyone danced the night away thanks to Rompe Raja. Proud owner Nellie Brown stated that she is so happy with the outcome and is […]