Community and Society
Mayor Nuñez issued “No Objection” Letter to Controversial Dredging Approval Near Mexico Rocks
Mayor Gualberto ‘Wally’ Nuñez was called out by Hol Chan Marine Reserve’s Executive Director, Ian Pou, for having issued a no-objection letter for a dredging project near the Mexico Rocks marine protected area north of San Pedro Town. Pou made the declaration after a letter issued by a coalition of tourism stakeholders calling for his resignation mentioned the Mayor as one of the supporters of the move.
Community and Society
Lobster Season Is Back; Fishers Register a Bountiful Supply on the First Day
On July 1st, the 2025–2026 lobster season officially opened in Belize. Fishermen across the country headed out early for their first catch of the season. In San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, fisher-folk returned to their dock with hundreds of Caribbean spiny lobsters. The fishers reported a very fruitful first day, catching large lobsters, which were cleaned and prepared for delivery to the various restaurants offering the popular crustacean on their menus.
Arts & Culture
San Pedro Comes Alive for Día de San Pedro 2025 Celebrations
On the evening of June 28th, San Pedro’s Central Park transformed into a vibrant hub of culture and community as the town celebrated Día de San Pedro 2025, honoring St. Peter, the patron saint of the island’s fishermen. The festivities kicked off, drawing locals and visitors alike to a lively street fair brimming with traditional food vendors, colorful performances, and heartfelt ceremonies.
Community and Society
Belize Port Authority to implement new fees; Tourism stakeholders concerned
San Pedro stakeholders are voicing concern over a new set of regulatory measures to be implemented by the Belize Port Authority (BPA). The measures include several new fees outlined in Statutory Instrument (SI) No. 114 of 2024. The SI, known as the Harbours and Merchant Shipping (Marina) Regulations, is part of the BPA’s broader initiative to standardize and regulate marinas, piers, and dock operations nationwide under a transparent framework.
Community and Society
Lobster Season Opens on July 1st
All fishers and the general public are advised that the highly anticipated season for the Caribbean Spiny Lobster (Panulirus argus) will officially open on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The Belize Fisheries Department (BFD) noted that this is in accordance with the Fisheries Act and its Subsidiary Regulations. The season will remain open until February 28, 2026.
Community and Society
Eco-Museum Hosts Pok ta Pok Festival
On Sunday, June 22nd, Eco-Museum Belize on northern Ambergris Caye came alive with color, culture, and community spirit as it hosted a lively festival and fundraiser in support of the K’iinich Ahau Belize Pok ta Pok team from Yo Creek, Orange Walk. The goal? To help them travel to the 6th Annual Pok Ta Pok Mundo Maya World Cup in Copán, Honduras.
Business & Economy
KT Enterprises Expands to San Pedro with New Secret Beach Branch
On June 25th and 26th, KT Enterprises, a leading supplier of construction materials, celebrated the grand opening of its new branch in the Secret Beach area of San Pedro with a series of events. The company, initially founded in Spanish Lookout in 2010, specializes in high-quality treated pine lumber, plywood, screws, and other essential building materials, serving the local construction industry.
Community and Society
San Pedro Belize Express Clarifies Viral Video Showing Standing Passengers
On June 23rd, San Pedro Belize Express (SPBE) Water Taxi addressed a video circulating on social media showing passengers standing aboard one of their vessels. The company clarified that the vessel in question was a double-deck boat, and due to unexpected rainfall, passengers from the upper deck moved to the lower deck to seek shelter. SPBE said this led to a temporary crowding situation on the lower level.
