Monthly Archives: October, 2025
Conservation
Public Input Sought on Belize’s Marine Conservation Plans
The National Consultations for Increasing High Protection for Biodiversity in Belize hosted its San Pedro community session on October 29th at the Sunbreeze Hotel, marking the second phase of the Resilient Bold Belize (RBB) Initiative. The consultation was led by the Belize Sustainable Ocean Plan team and supported by the Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Conservation, the Office of the Prime Minister’s Blue Bond and Finance Permanence Unit, the Belize Fisheries Department, the Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute (CZMAI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
Sports
SPHS Female Volleyball Team Wins Regional Tournament
On October 25th, the San Pedro High School (SPHS) female volleyball team clinched the regional championship at the Orange Walk Sports Complex. The knockout-style tournament featured four female and four male teams from across the northern region, each competing in high-intensity, best-of-five matches for a chance to advance to the next round. SPHS secured the title after defeating Orange Walk Technical High School (OWTH) in their opening game and later triumphing over Corozal Community College (CCC) in the finals.
Pageants & Beauty
Miss Universe Belize Isabella Zabaneh Departs for Miss Universe Pageant
On Monday, October 27th, Miss Universe Belize 2025, Isabella Zabaneh, received a heartfelt Belizean send-off at the Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA) before departing for Thailand, where she will proudly represent Belize at the 74th Miss Universe Pageant. The southern beauty was met with vibrant drumming and danced Punta with pride, embodying the rhythm, spirit, and warmth of the Belizean people.
Accidents & Disasters
Hurricane Melissa brings devastation to Jamaica and other Caribbean nations
Category 5 Hurricane Melissa made landfall in southwestern Jamaica on Tuesday, October 28th, before moving north over eastern Cuba and parts of Haiti, leaving a trail of destruction across the Caribbean. The powerful storm brought catastrophic flooding, landslides, and sustained winds of up to 185 miles per hour, tearing roofs from buildings, uprooting trees, and devastating infrastructure, agriculture, and tourism in its path.
Sports
Joker FC Maintains Lead in the Island League Football Tournament
Joker FC continues to dominate the Island League Football Tournament, holding on to the top spot with a total of six points after the second round of matches. In second place is Alaia FC with four points, followed closely by Boca Bombers FC, also with four points. Shark Shooters FC and Survivor United FC round out the top five standings.
Sports
Island Academy Dominates San Pedro Primary Volleyball Elimination Tournament
The Island Academy emerged as the top contender in both the male and female divisions during the San Pedro primary school volleyball elimination tournament held on Friday, October 24th, at the San Pedro Roman Catholic Primary School. The competition brought together local schools vying for the chance to represent San Pedro at the upcoming Belize District Primary School Volleyball Finals, scheduled for November 11th at Swift Hall in Belize City.
Community and Society
Saga Humane Society Hosts Annual Halloween Spooktacular Fundraiser
The Saga Humane Society hosted its annual Halloween Spooktacular fundraiser on October 26, 2025, at Caribbean Villas in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The lively event brought together residents, visitors, and their pets for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and community spirit, all in support of animal welfare on the island.
Sports
Interoffice Football Tournament Rolls Into Semi-Finals
After several exciting weeks of competition, the Interoffice Football Tournament is nearing its climax, with the semi-finals set to kick off on Sunday, November 2nd. Four teams, Ramon’s Village Resort, Alaia, Mahogany Bay, and the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC), have advanced and will now battle for a coveted spot in the finals. Defending champions Ramon’s remain determined to hold onto their title.
