Monthly Archives: July, 2021
Health
US Healthcare Professionals Volunteer at SP COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
While on holiday with their families on Ambergris Caye, Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Negar Saidi-Johnson and Cardiologist Dr. Jorge Alvarez, both who work at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, USA, generously donated their time to volunteer at the MOHW COVID-19 vaccination clinic in San Pedro.
Police News
Caye Caulker businessman robbed of his licensed firearm in Belize City
A trip to Belize City did not end well for Caye Caulker businessman 59-year-old Mauro Benito Bevans. While walking towards the center of the city, he was held up by a pair of thieves who took his licensed black and silver Ruger .9mm pistol, which he had tucked in the waist of his pants.
Government
The UK donates 42,000 COVID-19 Vaccines to Belize
Belize is set to receive 42,000 doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine against the COVID-19 virus. This shipment of vaccines for the Jewel is a donation from the Government and people of the United Kingdom (UK). This donation is part of the broader pledge by the UK to donate 100 million doses to developing countries. The vaccines are expected to be delivered by the end of the week.
Community and Society
Caye Caulker Fisheries Department receives donations from two ministries
A collaboration for the better management of marine reserves between the Ministries of the Blue Economy and Civil Aviation and Tourism and Diaspora Relations saw the Caye Caulker Fisheries Department receiving an assortment of much-needed equipment on Monday, July 26th.
Business & Economy
The Ministry of the Blue Economy sets five-year strategic management plan
The Ministry of the Blue Economy and Civil Aviation has introduced its five-year strategic management plan to achieve sustainable economic development for healthy marine environments and a strong economy derived from the wealth within the sea. The ministry counts with the support of an advisory body known as a ‘Cluster,’ providing high-level guidance and direction during the initial stages of establishing a framework and successfully executing a sustainable blue economy for the country.
Crime & Violence
Mexican outlaws rob Belize Fisheries staff at sea
Belizean authorities are investigating an incident involving a pair of employees from the Belize Fisheries Department (BFD) who were robbed by Mexican pirates on Saturday, July 24th, while monitoring corals at a treatment site. The incident took place at Barracuda Patch within the Conservation Zone 1 of the Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve 22 miles north of San Pedro Town.
Community and Society
Kids in Action scuba diving camp certifies 18 students and two public officers
The annual summer scuba diving program ‘Kids in Action’ came to an end over the weekend, certifying 18 children and two health officers. The two-week program concluded on Sunday, July 25th, with a beach clean-up and a fun dive at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. The summer camp, which paused in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, also included fly fishing lessons and reef ecology.
Community and Society
Everette Anderson installed as President for San Pedro Lions Club
The San Pedro Lions Club installed a new president and board of directors on Saturday, July 24th. Everette Anderson accepted the task of leading the club and was sworn in as president. The new president and his team look forward to working hard for the island community.
