Community and Society
New chief and deputy commander of the San Pedro Police Formation working for a safer island
Assistant Superintendent of Police Egbert Edmund Castillo Jr. and Inspector Darwin Serano are the new commanding officers of the San Pedro Police Formation. Superintendent Castillo Jr. is the new chief at the police station, replacing Assistant Superintendent Basil Reyes, while Inspector Serano holds the post of deputy at the station. Both senior officers, under the leadership of Superintendent Alejandro Cowo, Commander of Region Four (San Pedro and Caye Caulker), want to continue the excellent work on the island. According to them, several harmful elements have been removed from the island as they work hand in hand with the community for a safer San Pedro.
Community and Society
Belize and Taiwan Celebrate the Conclusion of the Women’s Economic Empowerment in the Adjacency Zone of Belize Project
Press Release - Benque Viejo del Carmen - August 15, 2023The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Immigration, and the Embassy of the...
Community and Society
Sudden death: Melanie Lino found dead in downtown San Pedro hotel
The death of 30-year-old Melanie Lion, a San Mateo subdivision resident, has reportedly been classified as ‘Sudden Death.’ Lino was found deceased at the...
Community and Society
DFC staff undergoing Important Environmental and Social Management System Training
The Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has implemented an Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) in its loan operations to ensure the integration of best international environmental and social practices (including those related to gender and climate) in DFC’s screening and overall management of financed operations. As part of implementing the ESMS at the Corporation, a training was held on, August 8th, 2023, to enhance the knowledge of staff in the Northern Branch, on the Environmental Protection Act (EPA) and the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations.
Community and Society
Port in northern Ambergris Caye aims to alleviate traffic congestion in downtown San Pedro
To expand services across Ambergris Caye and alleviate the ongoing congestion in downtown San Pedro, Mayor Gualberto' Wally' Nuñez mentioned on Wednesday, August 9th the possibility of a port north of town is among the proposed future developments. He said this would serve as the delivery point for services and goods for northern Ambergris Caye without the need to transport these through the island's town core.
Community and Society
San Pedro Police Cadets are an example of youth empowerment
Over the years, the San Pedro Police Formation has increased its community policing program by engaging the youth with their cadets’ program. The program is manned by various police officers dedicated to the cadets. The cadet group is currently under the guidance of Corporal Adrian Flores and police officers Harris Gabourel and Kenrick Gentle. The 25 active cadets are the champions of the 2023 Belize District Drill competition.
Community and Society
Belize National Bartender Cup held in Caye Caulker; San Pedro’s Joe Pate among the top three
The fifth edition of the Belize National Bartender Cup was held in Caye Caulker on Saturday, August 5th, with the winner emerging from the Cayo District. After mastering the competition, Imer Mai from San Antonio, Cayo, was recognized as the top bartender in the country. He will represent Belize at an international competition in the Dominican Republic scheduled from September 4th through the 9th. San Pedro Town was also well represented, with Joseph ‘Joe’ Pate bringing home third place.
Community and Society
SPTC addresses building issues at Boca del Rio
The sight of what appeared to be a construction project on public property in front of a building near the Boca del Rio beach park raised eyebrows on Wednesday, August 3rd. Following reports from concerned island residents, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) addressed the issue a day after and told everyone that proper approval from the town council must be obtained before constructing or expanding their infrastructure.