Belize Forest Department Responds to Human-Jaguar Encounters
In response to the recent reports of jaguar sightings and attacks on livestock in the Laguna and Yemeri Grove areas, Toledo District, a Forest Department response team has been dispatched to assist farmers and ranchers in livestock husbandry techniques to prevent loss of livestock. The team, consisting of wildlife conservation experts, are also monitoring hotspots […]
Belize Hotel Association Markets Members at Several Tradeshows
The Belize Hotel Association (BHA) was extremely busy this past week, actively marketing members at several tradeshows and roadshows. On October 18 and 19, At the Cancun TravelMart, Past President Doug Thompson and Marketing Director Tessie Tonaco, met with several international travel agents and marketing agencies who were interested in learning more about what Belize […]
Happy Dolphins Make for Happy Diving in Belize
It doesn’t matter how many times you’ve seen one or if you’ve seen one at all, the moment your eyes catch a glimpse of a dolphin your heart rate goes up and so does you happiness level. These mammals are a precious part of our unique marine environment and it is our duty to love […]
Forest Department and The Belize Zoo Join to Promote Wildlife Conservation
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry, the Environment and Sustainable Development (MAFFESD) and the Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center (TBZ) this afternoon signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen synergies in order to promote wildlife conservation and ensure cooperation in public education efforts on the importance of wildlife in Belize.The signing ceremony was […]
Asia Gilharry to Represent Belize at Miss Divali Nagar Queen
Under the patronage of the Corozal Organization of East Indian Cultural Heritage (COEICH), Miss Asia Gilharry was crowned Miss East Indian, Belize 2016 – 2017 by outgoing Miss East Indian queen, Miss Namita Balani. She will be representing Belize in the upcoming Miss Divali Nagar Queen Pageant hosted by the National Council of Indian Culture […]
Blue Water Grill Celebrates 15 Anniversary (Quinceaños)
Their 10th Anniversary was deemed the party of the decade and by the looks of their 15th Anniversary celebrations that took place over the weekend, Blue Water Grill knows how to celebrate. The award-winning restaurant celebrated with invited guests its 15th Anniversary this past Saturday, October 22, 2016. The restaurant once again closed its doors […]
Belize Holds 14th National Tourism Awards
Press Release, Belize Tourism Board – Belize City, Belize – October 25th, 2016 – The Belize Tourism Board held its 14th National Tourism Awards on Saturday, October 22nd, 2016 in Belize City, Belize. The event had a grand turn out with guest converging from all corners of the country for this gala event. Distinguished guests […]
Pet Parrot Licensing Application Period to Close
The Forest Department announces that the application period for the Captive Wildlife Permit program for pet parrots will close on October 31st, 2016. Since the program began, the department received more than 2,000 applications and registered over 300 parrots already. Hundreds of parrots were rehabilitated and returned to the wild when inspections revealed that: (a) […]
Blackadore Caye Gets Approved for Construction, Ground Breaking in 2017
Final development plans announced, include removal of all overwater structures – The Blackadore Development Group announced today, Tuesday, October 25, 2016, that following a review of the project’s Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), the Belize Department of the Environment (DOE) has approved construction of the Blackadore Caye Project. Developers of the caye state that it the […]
San Pedro's Iris Salguero Wins Miss World Belize Title
Iris Salguero once again makes San Pedro proud by winning the title of Miss World Belize 2016-2017. Many gathered at the Log Cabin Inn on Saturday, October 22, 2016, to witness this event. A total of 4 contestants graced the stage with their beauty; Iris won Miss Top Model, Miss Eloquent, and the title of […]
San Pedro to Benefit from Development Training Services
Mayor of San Pedro Town signed a memorandum of corporations with Belize Trade and Investment Development Services (BELTRAIDE) under the Small Business Development Center Belize (SBDC Belize) on Friday, October 21, 2016 at the San Pedro Town Council conference room. This memorandum had been discussed over a period of 6 to 7 months, with ideas […]
Traffic Accident Sends Minor to Clinic with Head Injury
A motorcycle with two passengers slammed into a golf cart last night, Friday, October 21, 2016, on Angel Coral Street, resulting on the injury of a young boy. The accident took place in front of C’s Wireless, opposite Caye Supplies, with eye witness reports indicating that the man driving the golf cart pulled out onto […]
Traffic Accident Causes National Blackout, Baby Delivered with Cell Phone Light
Did you know that it was a traffic accident on the George Price Highway that caused the early morning power outage on Thursday, October 20, 2016? Belize Electricity Limited stated that their workers completed the replacement of two transmission structures that were severely damaged in a traffic accident early this morning, resulting in a countrywide […]
San Pedro Stands Up for Entire Country of Belize, Stops Seismic Testing
The environmental community thanked the people of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize for their strong show of support and rally against seismic testing that commenced this week in the offshore waters of the country. The island stakeholder’s outcry was significant enough for the Government of Belize to call for a suspension in seismic operations on […]
Belizeans Demand Government to Stop Seismic Survey
In a press release to the Government of Belize, The Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA) has expressed its concern and disappointment at the recent announcement made by the Government of Belize approving seismic testing in Belize’s offshore areas and near our Belize Barrier Reef System. BTIA stated that its specific concern is about the lack […]
Belize Prime Minister Announces Changes in Cabinet
– Belmopan, October 19, 2016 – The Office of the Prime Minister announces the following Cabinet changes: The Sen. Hon. Godwin Hulse becomes the new Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, the Environment and Sustainable Development, while also keeping the Immigration portfolio. Minister of State Hon. Dr. Omar Figueroa remains in that Ministry to focus on […]
Wavemakers of the Year Awarded to iTravel Belize and The Phoenix Belize
On Saturday October 15, 2016, men, women, and students from across the country gathered at the George Price Center in Belmopan City to partake in the Oceana Wavemaker Annual General Meeting (AGM). At the meeting, Oceana recognized two 2016 Wavemakers of Year, both from the island of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The family of travel […]
Strike on Hold, Classes Resume Tomorrow
The Belize National Teacher Union (BNTU) wishes to inform the nation that the membership has decided to put the strike on hold and return to the classrooms on Wednesday, October 19, 2016, while keeping an eye over the execution of the agreements reached. The BNTU remains committed to our good governance and respect for the […]
The Belize Barrier Reef is Being Held at Gun Point
Airguns, that’s what they call them! Our government is putting them in our waters without asking us Belizeans if it is okay. Airguns blast shock waves through the water that are powerful enough to penetrate the seafloor. For dolphins and whales, it can cause deafness, disturbs communication, and disrupts migration patterns. The Belize Coalition to […]
Belize Teachers’ Strike Reaches 11th Day
As the Belize National Teachers Union (BNTU) moves into its 11th day of teachers strike on October 18, 2016, the National Committee for Families and Children (NCFC) has expressed in a press release that it is deeply concerned and regrets the plight that our children are currently facing as they are being deprived of one […]
Six Belizeans Detained by Guatemalan Navy
Press Release, Belmopan, Belize. October 17th, 2016 – The Government of Belize (GOB) wishes to inform the public that six Belizeans were detained earlier this afternoon by a Guatemalan coastal patrol vessel, while they were fishing in the Gulf of Honduras. The Guatemalan coastal patrol vessel intercepted the Belizeans in an area at sea at […]
Belize and UNICEF Work on Empowering Children With Disablilities
Belize’s Special Envoy for Women and Children and UNICEF hosted a two-day conference under the theme “Breaking Barriers for an Inclusive Society and Empowerment for Children with Disabilities” on October 13, 2016 and October 14, 2016 at Radisson Fort George Hotel and Marina, Belize City. In total, 36% of children aged 2 to 9 are […]
Belize Allows Seismic Airgun Surveys That Can Kill Marine Life
Oceana Says ‘NO’ to Seismic Airgun Survey in Belize’s Offshore Area Despite GoB’s declared moratorium, Cabinet Approves Seismic Airgun Testing without an EIA Last week, October 12, 2016, Oceana was advised by the Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Dean Barrow, and the Minister of Petroleum, Hon. Erwin Contreras, that at Tuesday’s meeting, the Cabinet approved the […]
Teachers Hold Prayer Vigil as Strike Goes on 9th Day
On Thursday evening, October 13, 2016, at the R. Angel Nunez Auditorium, teachers of San Pedro held a prayer vigil to invoke God’s blessings on the nation of Belize. They also prayed for guidance for the Government and the National Teachers’ Union (BNTU) to reach terms of agreement that would be amicable to both parties. […]
CG Esthetic Showcases New Skin Care Product
Guest were greeted with wine and Mrs. Dawn Kennedy Shake showcased a new skin care product line to customers and friends of CG Esthetic on Wednesday, October 12, 2016. Carol Goudreau, owner of CG Esthetic was happy to host the ‘happy hour’ event. A small presentation about the product and how it works was given, […]