Community and Society
San Pedro celebrates 228th anniversary of the Battle of St. George’s Caye
On Thursday, September 10th, San Pedro Town joined communities across the country in celebrating the 228th anniversary of the Battle of St. George’s Caye. The patriotic occasion commemorated the historic battle, which took place from September 3 to 10, 1798, and is considered a defining moment in Belize’s history.
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Vacancy: Grand Belizean Island Co. Ltd. is expanding its team in San Pedro and is currently accepting applications for Maintenance Personnel, Machine Operators, and an Accounts Payable Officer. Qualified, reliable, and motivated individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting the required documents to hrmanager@grandbelizeanestates.com, with a copy to assthrmanager@grandbelizeanestates.com. For additional information, applicants can call 223-0909 or 226-4511, or WhatsApp 612-2217. Walk-in interviews are also welcomed Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The application deadline is August 28, 2026.
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Business & Economy
Government Clarifies Plans for Proposed Belize Revenue Authority
Following protests and concerns raised by employees of the Belize Tax Service Department (BTSD), the Government of Belize has issued a detailed explanation of its plan to establish the semi-autonomous Belize Revenue Authority (BRA). In a press release issued on September 4th, the Ministry of Finance and the BTSD said the reform is intended to strengthen tax administration, improve services for taxpayers and protect government revenue. The proposed institution has also been widely referred to as the Semi-Autonomous Revenue Authority (SARA).
Business & Economy
GOB Expands GST Exemption on Residential Electricity Bills
The Government of Belize (GOB) has expanded the General Sales Tax (GST) exemption on residential electricity bills, raising the monthly threshold from $100 to $200. The measure is intended to provide relief to Belizeans facing higher electricity costs.
Crime & Violence
San Pedro Police Seize Over 1,000 Grams of Suspected Drugs
On Friday, August 21st, at approximately 10:30AM, San Pedro Police carried out a drug-related operation that resulted in the arrest and charging of three San Mateo residents. Police initially stopped 26-year-old Horace Anthony Crawford in the Boca del Rio area and, following a search, reportedly found several small bags containing a green leafy substance suspected to be cannabis. Crawford and two others, 26-year-old Benedicto Bol and 25-year-old Bridgett Juliana Alcoser, were subsequently charged with possession of controlled drugs with intent to supply.
Crime & Violence
Investigations continue in San Pedrito Shooting
Police have questioned and released two persons who were initially detained in connection with the early-morning shooting of a fisherman in the San Pedrito area of San Pedro Town. No one has been charged as yet, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Crime & Violence
No arrests made yet in connection with San Pedro’s double murder
It has been over a month since the murders of Lebanese island resident Yahya Muhammad Harmoush, locally known as David Harmouch, and security guard Daniel Jones, and police have yet to make an arrest in the case. Both Harmouch and Jones were gunned down on June 28th at their workplace, Island Supermarket, north of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Police indicated that the investigation is ongoing as they continue to follow leads in an effort to apprehend those responsible for the crime that shocked the island community.
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Education
Literacy Day Encourages Reading and Creativity
Students at San Pedro Roman Catholic Primary School observed International Literacy Day on Tuesday, September 8th, under the theme “Literacy for People, the Planet, and Prosperity.” The annual observance was celebrated across Belize, with the San Pedro students participating in educational and fun activities involving literature, drama, folklore, and patriotism.
Community and Society
Laura Cantun Brings Global Experience to Belize
hree Belizean teachers—Clarisa Gongora, Laura Cantun and Shellon Nuñez-Flowers—shared their experiences of teaching abroad. Cantun has now returned to Belize after completing the five-year program and told The Sun that she is excited to share the knowledge and experience she gained in the US.
Sports
The Belize Powerlifting Association elects new Board of Directors
On Saturday, September 5, 2026, members of the Belize Powerlifting Association (BPA) attended its Annual General Meeting with the intent to vote in a new executive for the 2026-2028 Term. Held at The 80’s Deck in Belize City, the meeting was a combination of in-person and online, with a full quorum met to ensure a vote could be held.
Sports
Brandon Jones Shares Olympic Journey with San Pedro Youth
Belizean-American Olympian Brandon Jones took part in a meet-and-greet event in San Pedro Town on Tuesday, September 8th. The youth-centered event focused on determination, pursuing dreams, and the opportunities available to young athletes in the island’s sporting community.
Community and Society
San Pedro Lobster Fest Block Party Draws Large Crowd for an Evening of Food and Entertainment
The 2026 San Pedro Lobster Festival concluded with its annual Block Party on Saturday, July 11th, at the Hon. Louis Sylvestre Sports Complex, also known as Saca Chispas Field. The celebration capped off more than a week of activities, including the popular Lobster Crawl, which invited residents and visitors to sample specialty lobster dishes and drinks at participating restaurants islandwide.
Entertainment
Demphra, La Factoria Headlines San Pedro’s Día de San Pedro Celebration
Hundreds of island residents and visitors gathered at Saca Chispas Field on Saturday, June 27th, as the San Pedro Town Council celebrated Día de San Pedro, the island's annual festival honoring its patron saint. The celebration combined cultural traditions with live entertainment, highlighted by the crowning of the new Queen of the Bay San Pedro and a headline performance by Panamanian recording artist Demphra of La Factoria.
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