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Community and Society

Mr. and Ms. Holy Cross Pageant Returns to the Stage

Holy Cross Anglican Primary School brought back its Mr. and Ms. Holy Cross Pageant on February 24th at 6PM, reviving the popular event after an 11-year hiatus. The evening featured 12 contestants representing the Infant, Middle, and Upper Divisions, with judges crowning a Mr. and Ms. Holy Cross in each category.
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Water Bills Set to Increase Under New PUC Tariff Decision

Belize’s Public Utilities Commission (PUC) issued its final decision on February 17, 2026, approving a 13.5% increase in the Mean Water Rate (MWR) for Belize Water Services Limited (BWSL) for the 2026–2031 tariff period. The new tariffs, set out in the Commission’s Schedule 6 decision, take effect on April 1, 2026, and apply to mainland areas, including Belize City and Belmopan, as well as San Pedro and Caye Caulker. The adjustment is expected to raise average monthly bills by approximately 5.5%.
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CIB President Luigi Wewege Earns Doctorate Focused on Strengthening Financial Stability in Central America

Mr. Luigi Wewege, President of Caye International Bank (CIB) based in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, has officially been awarded his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree, marking the culmination of a multi-year academic journey focused on strengthening financial stability across Central America. Dr. Wewege completed his doctoral research at the International School of Management in Paris, France, examining one of the region’s most critical and underexplored issues: retail banking crises in Central America.
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Cop charged in stabbing death of Caye Caulker resident Kevin Depaz

On Thursday, January 22nd, police reported that 20-year-old Police Constable Lionel Rodolfo Urbina was charged with the crime of Murder in connection with the death of 19-year-old Kevin Depaz in Caye Caulker. Urbina was also charged with two counts of Attempted Murder and two counts of Use of Deadly Means of Harm in relation to injuries sustained by Neesean Allen and Julian Canul.
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CCJ Reinstates Manslaughter Case in Death of Caye Caulker Resident Hilberto Sotz

On January 20th, the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) brought renewed attention to the 2015 death of then 18-year-old Hilberto Sotz after reinstating manslaughter charges against two police officers involved in the case. Sotz died while in custody at the Caye Caulker Police Station after allegedly being beaten by police officers Hallet King and Leonard Nuñez.
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Belize Authorities Pledge Stronger Protection After Domestic Violence Tragedy

Belizean authorities and government partners have united in condemnation following the brutal killing of 35-year-old Angelita Magaña and her two children, 6-year-old Tishan and 17-year-old Shadia, who perished in a house fire in San Felipe Village, Orange Walk District, on October 20, 2025. Police investigations indicate the blaze was intentionally set by Magaña’s ex-partner, Francisco Godoy, who had a prior history of domestic violence and was released from jail just days before the attack.

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Former SPHS Teacher Kyna Cal Awarded at Her U.S. School

Kyna Cal, a former teacher at San Pedro High School (SPHS), continues to excel in her teaching career in the United States. She was recently recognized as Teacher of the Year at her school.
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GOB Launches Digital Literacy Training Initiative

On February 13, 2026, the Government of Belize, through the Ministry of E-Governance, partnered with the University of Belize (UB) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to soft-launch the Digital Literacy Training to Citizens initiative. The virtual and in-person ceremony marked an important step toward expanding nationwide digital skills training, targeting Belizeans of all ages, backgrounds, and locations.
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Seabulls Continue to Lead Island League Football Tournament

Seabulls FC strengthened their position at the top of the Island League Football Tournament standings over the past week, maintaining first place with 31 points. Sharks FC currently sits in second place with 24 points, while Joker FC also holds 24 points and remains in third place based on goal difference. With several matches still to be played, the competition remains tight among the top teams.
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Island Footballers Alysha Reymundo and Zoany Diaz Contribute to BHS’ National Championship

San Pedro footballers Alysha Reymundo and Zoany Diaz played a key role in helping the Belize High School (BHS) of Agriculture Stingers win the 2026–2027 National Secondary Schools Sports Association (NSSSA) Girls Football Championship. The national tournament was held on February 20th and 21st in Belize City, and BHS emerged victorious after a series of competitive matches.
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San Pedro welcomes 2026 with New Year’s Eve celebrations

San Pedro Town ushered in 2026 with a New Year’s Eve celebration at Saca Chispas Field on Tuesday, December 31, beginning at 10PM. The event was organized by the San Pedro Town Council and featured DJ Jash and the Gilharry-7 Band as the main entertainers, and a fireworks display at midnight. The festivities transformed the Hon. Louis Sylvestre Sporting Arena, commonly known as Saca Chispas Field, into a lively hub of music and celebration. Live DJ sets carried through the night, drawing residents and visitors alike to dance under the stars as anticipation built toward the midnight countdown.
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SPRCS showcases student talent in Christmas show

San Pedro Roman Catholic Primary School (SPRCS) held its annual Christmas Variety Show on Saturday, December 6th, filling the Rafael Angel Nuñez Auditorium at San Pedro High School with music, dances, and holiday storytelling. Parents, students, teachers, and community members gathered from 4PM onward to enjoy 29 performances from Infant One to Standard Six.

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