Sports
Alysha Reymundo Begins Football Career in the USA
San Pedro’s multi-talented athlete Alysha Reymundo has begun a new chapter in her education and football career at Motlow State Community College in Tennessee, USA. Reymundo has been training with the college’s football team, the Motlow Bucks, ahead of their upcoming season in the Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA).
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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.
Vacancy: Ambergris Hope Hospital is seeking dedicated and qualified Neurologists, Radiologists, and Anesthesiologists to join its growing multidisciplinary team on the beautiful island of Ambergris Caye, Belize. Successful candidates will play an important role in delivering safe, high-quality patient care while working alongside a multidisciplinary team in a professional, patient-centered environment. Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae and supporting documents or request additional information by contacting admin@ambergrishope.com or josselin.blanco@sb-health.com.
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Business & Economy
Secret Beach stakeholders meet to address ongoing challenges
On Friday, August 7th, members of the Secret Beach Association (SBA) convened a meeting to address several concerns affecting stakeholders and the growing tourism destination northwest of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Among the main issues discussed were security, public health, road infrastructure, and garbage collection. Several government officials and agencies were invited to participate in the discussion; however, some were not represented at the meeting.
Business & Economy
SFXCU hosts first Educational Business Expo in San Pedro
The St. Francis Xavier Credit Union (SFXCU) San Pedro branch held its first Educational Business Expo at Central Park on August 6th, drawing local businesses, government agencies, and community members to learn more about member services, financial products, and protections.
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.
Crime & Violence
Juan Novelo Acquitted in Death of Common-Law Wife
On Monday, July 20th, Juan Carlos Novelo was acquitted of the 2023 murder of his common-law wife, Leslie Verde. Verde, a resident of Caye Caulker, was found dead inside her home on November 4, 2023, with injuries that investigators believed were consistent with strangulation. While the court found Novelo not guilty, Verde's family said they do not agree with the verdict and continue to believe he was responsible for her death.
Crime & Violence
Police Investigate Shooting Involving Off-Duty Officer
Police have launched both criminal and internal investigations following a shooting involving an off-duty police officer that left San Pedrito resident Maverick Fuentes with a gunshot wound to his left leg. According to police, the officer intervened while attempting to de-escalate an alleged domestic dispute between Fuentes and his common-law wife, Delia Martinez.
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Community and Society
Summer Job Program Offers Students Hands-On Experience
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) launched its annual Summer Job Program on Monday, July 13th, offering short-term employment opportunities to local high school students across San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The four-week initiative places participants in various municipal departments, tourism services, and community projects.
Education
San Pedro Junior College Celebrates 25th Commencement Ceremony
San Pedro Junior College (SPJC) concluded this year's graduation season on Ambergris Caye by celebrating its 25th Commencement Exercise on Saturday, July 11th, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. Under the theme "Growing Through Change, Rising Through Resilience, Transforming for a Purpose," the institution conferred associate degrees upon 39 graduates in Business Management, Business Administration (Accounting), Tourism Management, and Paralegal Studies.
Sports
Alysha Reymundo Begins Football Career in the USA
San Pedro’s multi-talented athlete Alysha Reymundo has begun a new chapter in her education and football career at Motlow State Community College in Tennessee, USA. Reymundo has been training with the college’s football team, the Motlow Bucks, ahead of their upcoming season in the Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA).
Sports
Terror Squad and C20 FD Claim Beach Soccer Marathon Titles
A beach soccer marathon was held on Sunday, August 9th, starting at 4PM at Infinity Island Beach Bar, formerly Island Wonder. The games were organized by Infinity Island, DJ Debbie, and Glenda Sanchez. The event featured both female and male divisions and was played in a five-a-side format with 10-minute halves.
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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