Monthly Archives: September, 2016
Environment
Hol Chan leads coastal clean up
The Hol Chan Marine Reserve on Ambergris Caye joined the 2016 Coastal Clean Up campaign for the fourth time.
Government
Mayor Guerrero attends instalment of Quintana Roo’s new governor
The neighbouring Mexican State of Quintana Roo has a new governor, Carlos Joaquin Gonzales.
Business & Economy
BTL acquisition threatens the national economy
The legal battle between the Government of Belize (GOB) and the Ashcroft Alliance over BTL is causing drastic issues on the country’s financial sector.
Sports
Kent Gabourel wins National Beach Cruiser Cycling Classic
Sports Coordinator of the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) Kent “Bob” Gabourel defended his National Beach Cruiser Cycling Classic Championship title on Wednesday, September 21st.
Community and Society
BNTU plans to take Industrial Action
Following a mass demonstration on September 19th, and meeting with Prime Minister Right Honorable Dean Barrow on September 22nd, the Belize National Teacher’s Union (BNTU) has decided to proceed with industrial action.
Religious
San Pablo Roman Catholic Church undergoes renovation
Over the past few days, renovations have been in progress at the Roman Catholic Church located in the San Pablo Sub-Division, south of town.
Travel & Tourism
Belize Among Nominations for World Travel Awards
The Belize Tourism Board is excited to announce that Belize has received four (4) nominations in the World Travel Awards’ World Category.
Community and Society
Sagebrush fixes islanders bicycles
Sagebrush Ministry provided free bicycle services for the island community on Saturday, September 24th.