Monthly Archives: July, 2026
Politics and Government
UDP Holds “Stand for Belize” Anti-Corruption March in Belize City
The United Democratic Party (UDP) held an "Enough Is Enough" anti-corruption march in Belize City on Friday, July 10th, beginning at 9AM. Party members, supporters, and representatives from several unions and civic organizations marched from the Belcan Bridge to Battlefield Park on Albert Street, where a public rally was held. Among those in attendance were Opposition Leader Honorable Tracy Panton, Belize Rural South Senator Gabriel "Gabe" Zetina, Public Service Union (PSU) President Dean Flowers, and Union Senator Glenfield Dennison.
Accidents & Disasters
Motorcyclist Injured in Traffic Collision
A traffic collision in the San Marcos area of San Pedro on Monday, July 13, left a delivery driver with a serious leg injury. Police responded to the accident at approximately 7:13PM and found 21-year-old motorcyclist Joey Everett receiving treatment from the Rickilee Response and Rescue (RRR) emergency team. The taxi driver involved in the collision remained at the scene and cooperated with the police.
Sports
Female Football Tournament Heads to Championship Final
After weeks of competitive football at the Ambergris Stadium, the Female First Division Championship is set to crown its 2026 champions on Friday, July 17th. The title match will feature Pirates FC against Bay City FC following their hard-fought victories in the semi-finals on Sunday, July 12th.
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.
Community and Society
NEMO Reviews Hurricane Readiness with San Pedro and Caye Caulker EOCs
To strengthen preparedness for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) met with members of the Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) in San Pedro and Caye Caulker last week. The meetings focused on reviewing each island's level of readiness and refining emergency response plans in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster.
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.
Community and Society
Caye Caulker Miss Lobster Fest Delegates Visit San Pedro Ahead of Pageant
Contestants competing in the 2026 Miss Lobster Fest pageant in Caye Caulker visited San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, on a promotional tour ahead of the July 17th pageant. Hosted by reigning Miss San Pedro Miley Chi, the delegates toured the island, participated in interviews, dined at El Fogón, and visited the Hol Chan Marine Reserve as part of efforts to promote the pageant and strengthen ties between the sister islands.
Community and Society
Caye Caulker Youth Complete First Fly-Fishing Conservation Camp
Fourteen children from Caye Caulker recently completed the island's first fly-fishing camp, led by San Pedro guide Omar Arceo, popularly known as the "Dr. of the Flats." The five-day program combined hands-on fly-fishing instruction with lessons in sustainable fishing and marine conservation, culminating in a fishing excursion on the western flats off Ambergris Caye on July 10th.